The 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT R is the flagship luxury coupe by brand’s performance racing division. While most of Mercedes-AMG models are the modified high-performance variants of vehicles from the Mercedes-Benz lineup, the GT R is a pure AMG vehicle that is produced every year under the high-performance subsidiary of Mercedes-Benz.
The 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT R has been facelifted to bring a more aggressive look while the performance specifications of the 2018 GT R have been tweaked to enhance its already impressive driving dynamics. With the perfect balance between agility and responsive handling, this beast of a machine offers incredible control and power to the driver.
The spacious cabin is truly AMG, boasting premium elements, while the exterior has been designed to be aerodynamic to take the performance of this coupe to a whole new level. Bred for high-performance, the 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT R offers a thrilling ride with its handcrafted Biturbo engine.
Here is a review of the 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT R with a closer look at its new design, performance, safety features and a lot more.
Design of the 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT R
The 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT R boasts an edgy design to have an intimidating look from every angle. The exterior demands the attention of onlookers with its sharp look while the interior is laced with latest technologies and luxuries to enhance the ride experience for its occupants.
Exterior
The 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT R is a stunning sports coupe that demands attention from onlookers. The front of the car features the AMG Panamericana grille that has now become a signature element of the GT lineup. The grille has been made larger than before with vertical slats that make the front of the vehicle more striking and aggressive than before.
The air dam below the grille is now narrower, however, the air intakes have increased in size to make the engine cooling function more efficient. The long hood of the vehicle is very muscular, thanks to the presence of sharp lines and curves that also add to the aerodynamics of the vehicle.
The 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT R has been tested in the wind tunnel to demonstrate its aerodynamic capabilities. The extent to which Mercedes has tested the 2018 GT R in the wind tunnel is how aircrafts are commonly tested to achieve superior aerodynamics.
In this test, a vehicle is mounted through a special machine called “Force Balance” into a long tunnel where a vehicle is tested for agility and aerodynamics by exposing it to air flowing from a number of fans in the tunnel at high speed.
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After this extensive testing, the A-wing has been redesigned to improve the air flow as well as to enhance the downforce, while an active rear spoiler has been added to help the vehicle attain greater stability at high speeds.
The wheelbase of the vehicle has been increased to ensure that the wider and muscular fenders look well-proportioned with the overall design. The agile stance of the vehicle has been complemented by the 19-inch forged titanium 10-spoke wheels in the front and 20-inch forged titanium 10-spoke wheels in the rear.
The side skirts of the coupe have been redesigned while the side strakes have been enlarged to further improve the aerodynamics of the coupe. The roof of the 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT R has been made from carbon fiber to give it a striking appearance, reduce the weight of the vehicle and to lower the overall center of gravity for better handling.
The 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT R is available in 12 colors including the AMG Green Hell Magno, Jupiter Red and AMG Solarbeam Yellow metallic exclusive colors.
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Interior
The cabin of the 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT R has been directly inspired by racing cars to make it sportier and driver-focused. The front of the cabin has deeply contoured AMG Performance Seats that come with multiple power adjustments, 3-position memory system and 3-stage heating system.
The all-new Mercedes-AMG GT R comes with Nappa leather upholstery that is complemented by DANIMICA microsuede inserts to further increase the comfort of the occupants. To make the cabin more comfortable, Mercedes-AMG has added dual-zone automatic climate control to enhance the in-cabin experience for the occupants.
Right in front of the driver is the leather-wrapped three-spoke steering wheel and a color screen that displays vital information in real-time. The center console has a freestanding 8.4-inch screen that makes up the infotainment system with features such as COMAND Navigation, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and a lot more.
A lightweight AMG Sound System with 4-speakers has been added for the entertainment of the occupants. Other technological features include an intelligent Voice Control, COMAND with touchpad controller, Bluetooth audio streaming, dual USB ports, HD radio, handwriting and gesture recognition, SiriusXM Radio and a lot more.
The optional interior features include, AMH illuminated door sills, seat belts in four different colors, iHeartRadio, TuneIn Radio, Burmester Surround Sound System with 10-speakers and Burmester High-End Surround Sound System with 11-speakers.
The cabin is highly customizable with multiple color, material and trim options that the owner can choose from as per preference.
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— Mercedes-Benz UK (@MercedesBenzUK) January 21, 2018
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Performance of the 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT R
The performance features of the 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT R have been upgraded to offer impressive driving dynamics along with superior power. This rear-wheel drive coupe is powered by a handcrafted AMG 4.0-litre biturbo V8 engine that has been upgraded to produce 577 horsepower (increase of 74 hp from the ongoing model) and 680Nm of torque. It has a top speed of 316 Km/h and can go from 0 to 100 Km/h in just 3.7 seconds.
This upgraded engine features Direct Fuel Injection System and Multispark Ignition System for a more powerful and efficient performance. To further improve the engine function, Mercedes-AMG has added a lightweight Dry-Sump Lubrication System to improve the lubrication process, especially during hard cornering and extreme driving conditions.
This biturbo V8 engine is paired with the 7-speed AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT dual-clutch transmission for instant and efficient gear shift. The 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT R comes with AMG DYNAMIC SELECT that offers five dynamic drive modes including Comfort, Sport, Sport+, RACE and Individual modes. The 2018 GT R comes with AMG RIDE CONTROL sport suspension that features a 3-stage adaptive damping function for an agile and aggressive performance while offering a comfortable ride.
Safety Features
The 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT R is fitted with latest active safety systems to ensure that the occupants enjoy a safe ride at all times. The aluminum spaceframe gives the vehicle rigidity while the high-strength construction makes it more reliable than ever before.
Some of the highlighting safety features include:
- 8 Advanced Air Bags System
- Collision Prevention Assist Plus
- Attention Assist
- Adaptive Highbeam Assist
- Lane Keeping Assist
- PARKTRONIC
- Rearview Camera
- Adaptive Braking Technology
- Anti-lock Braking System
- Brake Assist
- Electronic Stability Program
- Traction Control
Some of the optional safety features include:
- Blind Spot Assist
- DISTRONIC PLUS
- Automatic Collision Notification
- Crisis Assist
- Speed Alert
Price of the 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT R in the UAE
The 2018 GT R is a high-performance luxury sports coupe that offers gorgeous good looks with superior performance and the combination of these two attributes makes it one of the most preferred coupes in the UAE. The 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT is already available in the UAE at a starting price of AED 650,000 that can go as high as AED 700,000 with optional features and packages.
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