Mercedes-AMG has unveiled the CONCEPT AMG GT XX, showcasing advanced technology that sets the stage for a new four-door production sports car. The vehicle features three axial flux motors paired with a newly developed high-performance battery, representing a significant leap in electric drive technology.
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Markus Schäfer, Member of the Board of Management at Mercedes-Benz Group AG, emphasized the collaborative effort behind the CONCEPT AMG GT XX, which involved expertise from various Mercedes divisions, including Mercedes‑Benz, AMG, and YASA in the UK. The new drive concept is positioned to redefine performance standards in the automotive industry.
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Michael Schiebe, CEO of Mercedes-AMG GmbH, announced that the CONCEPT AMG GT XX marks a pivotal moment in AMG’s history, asserting that it maintains the core principles of the brand while integrating groundbreaking electric technology. The new axial flux motor is designed for high power density, and the bespoke battery is engineered to support an unprecedented level of performance and endurance.
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Gorden Wagener, Chief Design Officer of Mercedes-Benz Group AG, highlighted the importance of sports cars in the brand’s heritage, asserting that the CONCEPT AMG GT XX embodies the future of performance while reflecting Mercedes’ design philosophy of sensual purity.
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Historically, Mercedes-Benz has prioritized the drive system, and the CONCEPT AMG GT XX continues this tradition with its innovative axial flux motor technology developed in collaboration with YASA. This compact motor design provides high output and efficiency, with aspirations for series production set for 2026.
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The CONCEPT AMG GT XX boasts a peak output exceeding 1,000 kW, enabling speeds of over 360 km/h. The combination of the three axial flux motors and a new high-performance battery allows for remarkable continuous power output, facilitating repeated high-performance driving. Notably, the vehicle can charge enough energy for approximately 400 kilometers of range in just around five minutes, maintaining optimal performance even during intense use.
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Inside, the CONCEPT AMG GT XX interior is reduced to the essentials, like a racing car, while offering a luxurious look and feel. The interior is immersed almost entirely in black. Therefore, the silver and orange accents come clearly to the fore, emphasizing the minimalist focus on technical elements. Taking centre stage are the high-quality materials with different textures that feel as good as they look. Visible body structures and interior components inspired by high-voltage cables create a close connection to motorsport, the origin of AMG. With two integrated screens, the purist cockpit is entirely focused on driving. The vehicle and all its instruments are controlled via two large LCDs, a 10.25-inch instrument cluster, and the 14-inch multimedia touchscreen. The displays are ergonomically angled towards the driver and have a seamless-glass look.
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The steering wheel is similar to the one in the AMG ONE, with its almost rectangular shape and two horizontal struts on either side inspired by motor racing. The steering wheel paddles control recuperation. A display on the steering column uses different colour codes via eight LEDs to signal the state of charge (blue), recuperation, and current performance (red). In addition, two round AMG steering wheel buttons control other functions and display the options with coloured icons.
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Scheduled for series production in 2026, the CONCEPT AMG GT XX aims to redefine performance EVs, but recapturing the hearts of V8 AMG fans? That’s yet to be seen.