Let’s talk about a car that looks like it rolled straight out of a sci-fi flick, with a splash of orange paint so bright it could sear your retinas. The Mercedes-AMG GT XX Concept isn’t just any car. No, this is a four-door, fully electric hyper-saloon that laughs in the face of physics and leaves the competition choking in a cloud of digital dust. This is Mercedes-AMG smashing through the wall of boring electric cars with a wrecking ball. And trust me, it’s a spectacle.
A design that screams: Look at me!
When you lay eyes on this GT XX, you know instantly: this is no ordinary Mercedes. The front sports a grille with ten vertical slats, but in an oval shape that seems designed to kiss the wind rather than slice it. The narrow, rectangular headlights are perched so close to the edges they’re practically falling off the car. At the rear? No rear window, but six round taillights and an MBUX light panel with 700 LEDs that glows like a disco ball on steroids. It can even display messages, like “See ya, Porsche!” as you blow past the competition. An active airbrake and diffuser round it out: this is a car that looks ready for a lap at the Nürburgring but wouldn’t look out of place in a luxury showroom.
At 5.2 meters long, it’s no shrinking violet, but the blend of aluminum, steel, and carbon fiber creates a sleek silhouette with a drag coefficient of just 0.198. That’s smoother than a smooth-talker on a reality show. And those active wheels? They close for optimal aerodynamics or open to cool the brakes. Clever, sexy, and a bit cheeky.
A beastly powertrain
Under the hood – or rather, where the hood would be if this weren’t an EV – lurks a monster. Three axial flux motors, developed with British specialists YASA, churn out over 1,000 kW combined, or 1,360 hp. That’s enough to make your grandma faint in her slippers. These motors are more compact and lighter than traditional electric motors, but they pump out power like they’re furious at the road. Top speed? Over 360 km/h. That’s faster than your boss sprinting for free coffee.
The battery is another masterpiece. With over 3,000 cylindrical cells, an 800-volt architecture, and a cooling system straight out of Formula 1, this battery stays cool under pressure. And charging? 850 kW, meaning you can juice up enough in five minutes for 400 kilometers of range. That’s quicker than I can order a pizza. Mercedes is even working on its own hyper-charging stations to make this a reality. This isn’t a car; it’s a revolution on wheels.
An Interior for Racers with Class
Step inside the GT XX, and you’ll feel like you’re in a race car that spent the night in a luxury penthouse. The interior is minimalist, but not in a cheap way. Carbon bucket seats are integrated directly into the body, and there’s no headliner to save weight. The dashboard? Bare, but with an F1-inspired, almost rectangular steering wheel featuring paddles to adjust energy recuperation. Two screens – a 12.25-inch one for the driver and a 14-inch one in the center – give you everything you need without distractions. It’s spartan, but in a way that says, “I’m here to drive, not to binge Netflix.”
And for the purists missing a V8 rumble: there’s an onboard sound generator that tricks your ears into thinking you’re driving a classic AMG. It’s like staging a heavy metal concert in a library – brilliant and a bit mischievous.
A nod to the future
The GT XX is built on the new AMG.EA platform, designed specifically for high-performance electric AMGs. This isn’t a show pony that only shines at auto shows; it’s a preview of what Mercedes-AMG will bring to market in 2026. The tech, from the motors to the battery, is ready to storm showrooms. And let’s be honest: if this is the future of electric driving, I’m all in. It’s not a dull eco-box, but a car that makes your heart race and your neighbors jealous.
Why this ss a game-changer
Mercedes-AMG is sending a clear message with the GT XX: electric driving can be thrilling. This isn’t a car for people who just want to trundle from A to B. It’s for those who want to fly, flaunt, and dominate the road. With its insane power, ultra-fast charging, and a design that looks inspired by a fighter jet, the GT XX is a middle finger to anyone who thought EVs were boring.
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