There’s a recent top dog within the Mercedes-AMG GT Coupe lineup. Say hello to the 2025 Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance. As the “E Performance” little bit of its name suggests, it adds hybrid power to Mercedes’ most-focused series AMG automotive. Specifically, it turns the AMG GT into a plug-in hybrid with a tiny battery pack and high-power electric motor.
How much power? Try a combined 805 horsepower and 1,047 pound-feet of torque from its 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 and the electrical motor. That gives it an edge over the next-most powerful AMG GT 63 by 228 ponies and a thumping 457 lb-ft. Of course, it’s the quickest version to 60 mph, putting in a time of two.7 seconds, and its top speed is 1 mph shy of the 200 mark. The electric motor shifted by a two-speed transmission is mounted on the rear axle and peaks at 201 horsepower for bursts of acceleration but can provide a continuous output of 94 horsepower. The 400-volt, 6.1-kilowatt-hour battery pack with a unique Formula 1-derived cooling system is also within the rear for weight distribution purposes.
Just like the opposite versions of the AMG GT, this one offers 4Matic all-wheel drive, even when being run on electric power. Mercedes doesn’t quote an electrical range estimate, but considering the AMG GT 63 S E Performance 4-Door Coupe with its version of this powertrain can only manage 7 miles, we suspect this one will cover a similar amount of ground. It’ll be most useful in European cities with low-emissions zones, but much less so here within the U.S. The battery may be charged up by plugging into the port on the rear bumper. Energy recuperation via regenerative braking has 4(!) settings and may be strong enough that Mercedes says it could actually be driven like an EV with a one-pedal drive mode.
All of the high-performance innovations seen on the non-PHEV AMG GT models are along for the ride as standard equipment here, too, including the AMG Active Ride Control, energetic aerodynamics (adapted to the upper performance of the E Performance), rear-axle steering and carbon ceramic brakes. As for the drive modes, it adds “Electric” and “Battery Hold” as two additional options beyond the six within the non-PHEV.
You’ll have the option to inform it’s the E Performance from the surface by the red GT 63 S badge on the rear and “E Performance” badging on the front fenders. Of course, seeing it plugged in is probably the most obvious tell. A set of Tantalum Grey 20-inch wheels are fitted standard, however the photos here depict optional 21-inch wheels.
Mercedes is allowing folks to dig into its “Manufaktur Signature” program for the 2025 AMG GT Coupe that permits much deeper customization of colours and materials. For example, Mercedes says you’ll have the option to spec this E Performance model in Manufaktur Desert Sand or Manufaktur Cirrus Silver Magno amongst many other paint options. Similarly intriguing mixtures must be possible for the inside, including such luxuries as deep-pile floormats with leather piping to match the seat upholstery and far, far more.
Pricing for this model isn’t available yet, but Mercedes says it should arrive at U.S. dealerships “in late 2024.”
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