2016 Mercedes-Benz GT AMG Test Mules Spied in Denver

2016 Mercedes-Benz GT AMG
2016 Mercedes-Benz GT AMG, Image: Alyssa L.

Several 2016 Mercedes-Benz GT AMG’s sporting camouflage rumbled through the Mile High City during high altitude testing. The new Mercedes-Benz GT AMG is said to be powered by a 4.0-liter, twin-turbocharged V8 making between (approximately) 455 and 503 horsepower depending on the model. Mercedes-Benz is taking aim squarely at the Porsche 911 and Audi R8, although the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GT AMG will have its powerplant positioned in front of the driver.

2016 Mercedes-Benz GT AMG
2016 Mercedes-Benz GT AMG, Image: Alyssa L.

Special thanks to Alyssa L for taking these outstanding photos!

Unlike the larger, ostentatious SLS AMG, the GT AMG does not come with gull-wing doors. The Mercedes-Benz GT AMG is built on the SLS AMG platform, but it’s shorter and lighter. The way we hear it: Mercedes-Benz is very serious about the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GT AMG’s performance and did away with unnecessary gizmos and doodads too.

2016 Mercedes-Benz GT AMG
2016 Mercedes-Benz GT AMG, Image: Alyssa L.

Prices have yet to be announced; however, scuttlebutt has it that Mercedes-Benz is aiming at the $100,000 range for the base model.

Watch the 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA45 AMG make its debut at the Detroit Auto Show.

Easily amused by anything with four wheels, Nathan Adlen reviews vehicles from the cheapest to the most prestigious. Wrecking yards, dealer lots, garages, racetracks, professional automotive testing and automotive journalism - Nathan has experienced a wide range of the automotive spectrum.  His words, good humor and videos are enjoyed worldwide.
Easily amused by anything with four wheels, Nathan Adlen reviews vehicles from the cheapest to the most prestigious. Wrecking yards, dealer lots, garages, racetracks, professional automotive testing and automotive journalism – Nathan has experienced a wide range of the automotive spectrum. His words, good humor and videos are enjoyed worldwide.