2024 Mercedes AMG GT Review: Last Real AMG? 4K
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- Опубліковано 6 чер 2024
- AMG is the automotive equivalent of a double espresso, but over time, that raw and concentrated
ferocity has been diluted. Can this second-generation AMG GT embody everything we love about the brand? Rory finds out.
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Couldn't disagree with him more about the looks, think it looks cool as hell.
I must agree! Very beautiful car, Mercedes is killing it with their designs ( except EV's). The only thing I would expect more advance are the front and back headlights. Especially how they look inside. Now, they are quite simple. My S500 Coupe has more exciting headlights than this car.
100% in fact I'd say it's the prettiest car being made in 2024. I know of no other car that is so perfectly proportioned at every angle. It's the perfect grand tourer.
Exactly! I stopped taking Rory’s judgment on looks seriously when he said the said the bmw 4 series looked better than the Merc cle 😂
@@isaacghansahart3314 Yeah he has some wild takes on cars.
It doesn't compare to the previous GT. It's gone soft.
WHAT IS WRONG WITH RORY. THIS IS DROP DEAD GORGEOUS
The side angle looks very strange and the spoiler looks terrible
I think the exterior looks gorgeous,but the layout of the interior is horrible!
@@BabyKobeeee Adding a real back spoiler would look super cool.
@@BabyKobeeee I'd bin the spoiler yes but other than that I think it looks beautiful from the side and everywhere else.
@@christophebrou1178 hmm. I love the ambient lighting and stuff. But yea, something just doesn’t feel 160 thousand pound worthy. Plus, it hasn’t got the performance of a 911 to warrant a spartan interior anyway.
Rori is blind, this car is beautiful from every angle! It's a lot more special and headturning than the 911, I'd rank it the same or just slightly below the Aston Martin it competed against
Is good looking but very heavy; the previous model is faster in a track; this thing weights more than most of SL; same mistake as the Revuelto. They are heavier than even EVs.
The fact that this weighs as much as a hellcat is embarrassing
Why
This is almost 2 tons. That's too much
The 160k price is just stupid for such a meh car for it's price range and competitors
Better buy a barebones porsche for the feeling driver experience and appeal and aethetic
Looks like AMG has made it more a tourer than sports car, maybe because it didnt sell well before, if it drives well who cares
its just much faster and better
I love the design of the rear.
This gen looks far better than the previous one in my opinion.
The issue is that the SL basically was already a soft GT car, then the AMG GT was a sports/european-muscle car, now their lineup just has two grandtourers
It's a miracle the SL wasn't discontinued. Making it a soft top only limits the market even more, potentially pushing customers to the GT if not for the price.
The GTR will be the sport/supersport car maybe idk.
My top 3 car journalist channels
- Autotrader
- Throttle house
- Hagerty
No Carwow?
The straight pipes
@@nhlakaniphomthethwa3378 I like Carwow as well, but they are lacking comparing to this channels in many aspects, I feel like Matt doesn't offer any substance apart from reviewing the car features, he's not a story teller, he doesn't put any emotion into his reviews, and the other aspect is the video quality production, again nothing special.
@claudiuberta5688 alright, fair enough. Have a good day
Throttle house is amazing. In my humble opinion they are number one. The vibe between those two is just awesome, as is the review itself, the humour, the sketches (oh man, the sketches) the storytelling, the technical information,... While it's a completely different format with completely different personalities, the general vibe of Throttle House sometimes make me think (a bit) of the Top Gear of old, though that is still in a league of its own. TH is just an allround fantastic channel that deserves more subscribers than CarWow has, which I like too but I do think the host is a bit annoying
This is not a video nor a review, this..... this is art moving through time and space. What a piece! Amazing job!!
Me sipping on my double espresso whilst watching this amazing beast of a car ☕️
The weight of this is ridiculous
Especially for a sports car, ICE and 2024 model. All of these are reason enough to be way lesser weight.
⛽️🧂
Suddenly the DB12 & V12 DBS seem lean.
A model 3 performance is like 150kg lighter. Crazy.
Lightweight is uncomfortable, the reason why Bugatti / Rolls Royce is very comfortable and stable, of course this is not a salon is a proper sport car that weight is needed for extra balance and extreme grip. A car that weighs 1400 kg Ferrari for example isn’t comfortable as this car though it’s a sport car
I'd save my imaginary money and bag one of the earlier gen AMG GTs, those look far better IMO
I LOVE the way it looks
03:25 are you kidding? Sure the EV thing they make looks like a fish but the amg gt is stunningly beautiful. Probably the prettiest car made currently.
Prettiest car? Oh come on. Compared to Aston’s new Vantage?
@@Mav86asian I love both, I think the new Aston Martin is badass looking, but the new AMG GT is timelessly beautiful with its clean curvy design language.
@@Mav86asian definitely prettier than the new vantage imo
Looks stunning!. Best looking sports car right now
This thing warms my heart. FINALLY Merc respecting the AMG moniker. It looks awesome, sounds awesome and does AMG things. A worthy GT.
Is it? They added 350kg, ditched RWD, ditched dry sump system, ditched front-mid-engine layout, ditched dual clutch gearbox, ditched hydraulic steering etc. Literally took everything away from what made the last one special. It‘s basically a rebadged SL.
@@sveeny ironically once they ditched the Viper-based platform, all they could do is amg-usual steaming pile of shit with a weight of 50k pickup truck.
@@sveenyGT stands for Grand Tourer
@@fifteen8850 yeah I also mentioned that in another comment. It‘s now more true to it‘s name. So Mercedes has another grand tourer now and no sports car anymore 😅
@@sveeny except it’s still a proper sports car, if we’re going off what Roy’s saying
Usually I'm quite picky about car design, but I actually don't mind the way this looks. Sure, its predecessor was a masterclass in aggressive elegance, which itself was a solid evolution of the excellent SLS AMG. But while this car probably isn't as nice as either of those, I've seen a lot worse when it comes to the replacement of certain cars in the last decade. Maybe it is a little too similar to the old car without really improving anything, but as a tamer and more relaxed take on the formula, it kind of works.
Amazing video. Love your content. Some of the best automotive stuff on UA-cam. Always love to watch this channel. Well done and please keep making great videos.
Gonna defend Rory. I couldn’t agree more with him. Hate the new look and the fact that the interior is not special anymore, just taken from the SL. Rory is one pf the last journalist that truly says what he thinks
the proportions of this generation are much improved.
the recording of this videos is just in another level. Congrats dude
That lion biting off a giraffes head and thinking of taking a nap...CLASSIC 👌
Really a nice review, good job
The best part of this review is Rory himself!!!
Am a car enthusiast, you just got a new permanent subscriber
As great as this car is, I don't see how any sensible person would prefer this over the Ferrari Roma, which costs exactly the same and weighs a whopping 500 Kgs less!
Isn't the Ferrari like £20k more before factoring the expensive Ferrari options? I would also prefer the Ferrari.
Reliability maybe? The AMG engine was in production for a decade in multiple models, I trust it way more than a Ferrari's engine, and I bet maintenance on a Mercedes is much lower too...
ferrari interior is worse, being a ferrari pumps up the prices (second hand this thing will cost A LOT less than a second hand roma) but the vantage is the best compromise imo. Best interior, great dynamics, great sound, and imo best looks (the roma kinda copied the previous gen vantage with its design and also looks a lot worse in person)
part of the extra weight is the AWD, and i think for many people in colder climates thats exactly the reason why they would choose it over a Roma
Buying a car in this price range isn't sensible. It's all about how you feel about the car personally. For me, the Roma just doesn't do it for me, no matter how sensible it is compared to this car. Not hating on the Roma. Just not for me.
Good review as always Rory. Subjectivity is interesting..... I love the added design on the wheels and also think black around taillight surrounds MAKES the look of a car. As it also does on say a Lotus Elise or a 360 or 355!
To me everything is perfect and lovely. Those lil bit plastic rims its fine with me. those back lights eye shadow is gorgeous. I love it mate.
The fact that I waited for this video. Autotrader knows how to film these videos.
i thought the blobfish reference was weird, it doesnt look anywhere near a "blob". And saying the arches are not wide enough is ridiculous, if you look at it from the rear, its wider than anything i have seen the past 2 years from other brands. It looks perfect in terms of what bmw comes out with.
Espressed it really well with a hint of boldness
I will have the vantage...thanks
Loved that Intro 😍🥳
Your sound is amazing ❤️🤩
It makes me appreciate new vantage more
i actually love this new redesign
I LOVE the way it looks! I do think the infotainment screen should be better integrated into the dash design. Small issue I noticed when test driving an AMG GT 55 was the cup holders are too close together, two large drinks will not fit, an extra inch of space between the two cup holders would have been ideal. The large lift gate, rear storage area, and shelf behind the front seats makes the AMG GT 55 a car you can use every day! Easier to swallow the price is you get to enjoy it every day and it's not just a weekend toy.
Most beautiful car I have ever seen
WAY BETTER THAN Lamborghini, Ferrari, Corvette, R8, Lotus, Porsche in terms of
1. Weight
2. Comfort
3. Technology
4. Lifetime engine
@RoryReid, I don't know where you guys get your background soundtracks from (cue head-bopping neck muscle activity), but this one was banging, just like that awesome music emanating from the AMG GT Coupe's double-barrelled shotguns at the voluptuous derriere. I agree with your assessment re the pricetag and the Aston Martin Vanquish comparison was spot-on, simply because the interior in the Brit is more special, and therefore, warrants the higher OTR, given the same power plant. However, this delayed gratification exercise from AMG gives the Petrolhead Diehards like us, some hope, at least from soul-destroying electrification. "Right Jurgen, let's burn some rubber!"
Looks gorgeous 😍 🤩🤩🤩
"One thing neither of its rivals can offer... A Large boot"😂
Vantage all the way, pity I can't spec a red interior
They should have released a GT55 in the UK with RWD only for less weight and V8 for 145, 20K off the Vantage for not much less performance. This car right now is less fun, less exciting and less exotic than a Vantage for a similar price. Insanity. The 2nd hand rates will be absolute freelo though, so it's not all for loss.
Wut
Best review of this car my a mile 😊
Rory great review. So what are you choosing for crossing Europe AMG GT, Bentley Continental, Aston Martin Vantage, Ferrari Roma or Porsche 911 Turbo?
why were coffee beans flying out of the exhaust??? hahahahahaha
Absolutely lovely car, and what a superb sounding engine ❤
yeah... Rory have you bumped your head my dude? This Benz gorgeous
This update makes it more like the spiritual successor of the Porsche 928 with the change to 2+2, long hood- especially from rear 3/4 view. If they added the adjustable gauge pod that moves with the steering wheel
I like the wibbly wheel thingys
Good God beautiful looking machine. 👌🏽
Rory we have officially fallen out. 💪🏽
The car ia stunning Rory
I love it
Wrong - Wrong - Rory ! Best Looking Silver 3 Pointer in Years - 175 Bags is a Snip 🥰 I've just specced Mine for my Birthday 🎂
"I did my research ,trust me" and we see Rory converted to a can of sardines 🤣 awesome review and video in general mate
What service do you use for your production music? Thank you.
Love the AMG. That design. It is one expensive fish.
What a car 😍
I never really liked the MBUX tablet infotainment system. I think it looked odd in the S-class W223, but was OK in the C-class and smaller cars.
The S-class, E-class and AMG GT need the HYPERSCREEN with the passenger display instead.
That is the sound of a soft limiter
Since I'm recommended by UA-cam so from Australia
Good video thanks Mr Rory. I like this car and wondered what would truly be the price point alternative. To me the best alternative would be the new 992.2 GTS Targa and it works out about the same price. Which would I buy? The Porsche.
The rear end is spot on as is the drivetrain but the front end is what would make me choose a DB12.
my dream car
Such a beautiful car
what a beauty
I love the car even though it’s too heavy
Too heavy for you to lift or curl?
@@aoo2645car weight I mean
This Car is Cooool ! 🎉
It's weird this car. It's an SL with a hard top and it's a better looking, less practical version of AMG GT 4 door at the same time.
Personally I'd go with used AMG GT. It's a more driver oriented car with less weight and RWD only.
Love the practicality but that dash design looks classy for a sports car. It needed more buttons like the old one
this is a GRAND TOURING / LONG DRIVE KING! honestly! it looks GORGEOUS !
beautiful car
Love the new design of this car, 1000 times better than the old.
Yeah if you're 60 and want something comfortable to carry your old ass.
@@MuppetsSh0wno reason to be an absolute jerk 😂
I think this new car looks amazing way better than the previous one
I loved all my Mercedes and especially the final one I owned, C63 S Edition One. I decided to try a 911 and don’t see myself ever going back to Mercedes unless they get back to their roots, but it seems unlikely.
I always pause watch and listen to this man, so shhhhh....
Hi, these people from Germany have done a good job the new one 2024 Mercedes AMG GT!
It looks like a Porsche from behind.
What a sleek vehicle
I've sat in one of those. Interior is great apart from a couple details. Boot is massive, especially with rear seats folded, which is no loss at all. Trying to sit behind a driver seat set up for myself (182cm, ~6ft) didn't work - the seat couldn't go all the way back blocking on my legs no matter how hard I tried. The looks? I quite like it to be fair, wouldn't agree it looks like a blobfish... I prefer the old one though.
The sound engineer deserves a pay rise. I noticed it in the Porsche Taycan video and now this the soundtrack is wicked.
I think it looks great. Not sure what the issue is.
Grumpy old man 😅
The issue is the previous generation. GT became a soft car for old people.
This car is a beauty
I like the AWD, the Robin Hood tail section is atrocious, but the interior needs to step it up. The Vantage is the new benchmark for this price bracket for interior IMO.
A True GT 🙏🏽
Why do Mercedes detune the engine for their flagship car? This exact engine makes more power in the E63
True
I loved how the first gen GT felt like an S2000 with a brutal V8…I autocrossed the GT and it was perfectly suited to it. This new hardtop SL “GT” is actually NOT what so many original GT customers are interested in…it’s just more cost-cutting model consolidation. 😢. Just another reason why I’ve migrated to BMW M products…at least for now.
Watching from South Africa🇿🇦
I think the AMG GT is the most beautiful sports car in the world. The dashboard is nice.
I’ve always loved and enjoyed Autotrader but the efforts taken to put shade on this Merc AMG is insane. You can’t convince me that this is not a beautiful design.
Agree with you 💯
It is beautiful but it lost that AMG edge. It doesn't look special.
This car is flawless
Review the CLE 53 when possible please ❤
Can we get a review of the AMG GLE 63S Coupe
I think Mercedes really sealed its fate with this one. Regardless of the more aggressive tuning, it's still effectively an SL coupe. The previous gen was a true 2-seater RWD transaxle platform. With that gone, I don't think we can say there's a true driver's car AMG left in the lineup. Looking forward to driving this one myself, though.
Drift mode lets you live that life.
Still would rather have this over a base 911
@@dinukajkdy3291 This is $40K more than a Base 911 lol
@@CarswithMilesoh well …😐😂
So at 2 tonnes this isn’t a sports car but a Continental GT/Aston DB12 rival. But for almost £200k would you like a Bentley or an Aston Martin…..or a Mercedes? Exactly. That’s where it falls down. I do like the package though.
It looks the beans. That's for sure
We'll continue bullying car manufacturers for putting a 4 cylinder in sportscars!
I call this the AMG 928. The predecessor generation was more unique, special and desirable. But this is not only the case with AMG.
The exhaust sounds like my uncle's diesel truck 😂
This car looks amazing, I might even go as far as saying that it looks better than the old one.
Dream car. Absolutely gorgeous although I wish they got rid of the backseats and kept the long hood
You can get it with or without backseats.
Rory definitely needs to get his eyes tested, because this car is beautiful!