Mercedes-AMG GT XX EV Revealed

Mercedes-AMG is not messing around anymore. After the mixed reception of the turbocharged four-cylinder hybrid C63, AMG has gone all-in on electric. Enter the Mercedes-AMG GT XX Concept, a powerful and bold electric vehicle that hints at the future of the brand. It is not just a flashy show car—it is a technology showcase that feels like a real shot at dethroning competitors like the Lucid Air Sapphire and Porsche Taycan Turbo GT.

The GT XX Concept pushes the limits with 1,340 horsepower and a top speed of 223 miles per hour. That is not a typo. Underneath its dramatic bodywork lies a dual-electric drive unit setup, featuring three axial-flux electric motors—two at the rear and one up front. The rear motors are the main power source, while the front motor disconnects during cruising to boost efficiency. The total system runs on an 800-volt architecture and uses a proprietary battery pack capable of charging at up to 850 kilowatts. That is enough to add almost 250 miles of range in just five minutes, according to AMG.

Even though it is a concept, AMG insists the technology is production-ready. It rides on the dedicated AMG Electric Architecture platform, which will support future electric models. Cooling is also a major focus. The motors and gearboxes are oil-cooled, and the battery cells are directly cooled as well. These systems are engineered to withstand high performance driving, even during track sessions.

From the outside, the GT XX looks futuristic, though some might find its front-end styling a bit quirky. Painted in a bright orange that pays homage to the iconic C111, the car manages to look bold and undeniably Mercedes-Benz. AMG also claims a drag coefficient of 0.198, just shy of the Lucid Air’s record-setting 0.197. This aerodynamic feat is made possible in part by active carbon-fiber wheel covers that expand or retract depending on driving conditions. These covers use kinetic energy from the wheels rather than battery power, adding only a kilogram or two per wheel.

Inside, the cabin is just as wild. It features carbon-fiber bucket seats with padding tailored to a driver’s body scan, and the interior materials are made from recycled GT3 race tires. The cabin glows with orange lighting, and the driver is greeted by a yoke-style steering wheel with paddle shifters and a large digital display. There is no traditional gear selector—just futuristic interfaces.

Speaking of the paddle shifters, AMG has developed a simulated shifting experience to pair with a custom soundscape. The car actually produces a synthetic V-8-like soundtrack through loudspeakers integrated into the headlights. The sound is not just for show—it moves around the car to give the impression of motion and power, adding to the AMG drama.

Of course, not every wild idea from this concept will make it to production. Fluid-effect paint and full-length rear light bars may hit regulatory roadblocks. Still, the performance hardware is very real and very promising. It shows AMG is not afraid to compete with the best in the electric game, and they are doing it their way—with sound, speed, and style.

As with any electric vehicle being produced in Germany, United States import tariffs and battery material costs could drive up the price. And while the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra is already on sale in China with similar specs, it is exciting to see Mercedes-Benz push forward in a way that feels daring rather than conservative.