It is also surprisingly usable with good visibility, refinement and a luxurious cabin. This is the most focused Mercedes-Benz I have ever driven. Right from its racy exterior, to the first time you crank up the handmade turbocharged engine, it is clear that the AMG GT S is built for a singular purpose, to propel you towards the horizon before the blink of an eyelid.
Replacement to the mighty SLS, the GT is not only inspired by styling from its larger predecessor it also has the same front-engine-rear-gearbox layout. Where the SLS had a more in your face exterior, its successor carries a more rounded appearance and it looks much more compact and agile. When viewed in profile the long bonnet, old race car-like glasshouse and the rounded boot section with a large overhang looks very familiar.
This has also helped the AMG division keep the centre of gravity down. Right from its racy exterior, to the first time you crank up the handmade turbocharged engine, it is clear that the AMG GT S is built for a singular purpose, to propel you towards the horizon in the blink of an eyelid. This car truly makes the driver feel special. Everything is tilted towards the driver and sits extremely low making the experience more race-car like than a car meant for the road.
It also means getting in and out makes you look silly. Visibility too is restricted thanks to the small windscreen, high window line and slim rear windscreen. The seats are well contoured and offer great lateral support.
If anything, I felt the cushioning to be too hard and it can get quite tiring over long journeys. As far as quality goes the Mercedes GT S is hard to fault and everything from the leather-wrapped upper dash to the tastefully finished metal knobs and switches, feel exquisite.
