World’s slowest Mercedes-AMG GT so far bows in Germany
The Mercedes-AMG GT lineup (see video) has just welcomed its youngest member – the rear-wheel-drive GT 43. It utilizes the company’s well-known 2.0-liter turbo four-pot in tandem with a starter-generator and is set to go on sale later this year.
The AMG mill produces its standard 421 PS (415 hp / 309 kW) and 500 Nm (369 lb-ft) of torque. The small-time electric motor can supply 14 PS (14 hp / 11 kW) of its own for a brief period. Rather than relying on its usual hydraulic torque converter, the car makes use of a wet-clutch nine-speed transmission. Opting for a package called Dynamic Plus gets you a rear electronic diff lock.
The slowest AMG GT in existence needs 4.6 seconds just to reach 100 km/h (62 mph) and doesn’t go above 280 km/h (174 mph). You will easily tell it from the higher trims by a different radiator grille, less pronounced air intakes and redesigned tailpipes at the rear. Mercedes ships it with improved body kit parts to reduce drag and provide adequate cooling to all systems. For example, the electronic rear spoiler can assume five positions depending on the current needs.
In the most affordable version, the new AMG GT rides on standard spring-based suspension featuring lightweight arms and sway bars. Adaptive shocks adjustable for stiffness are available separately. You can also pay extra for rear-wheel steering, dark interior trim and AMG Performance seats with integrated headrests, because none of this is included by default.
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