Mercedes-AMG GT43 debuts with a 4-cylinder engine; from nightmare to reality!

Are you able to think about a Mercedes-AMG GT and not using a V8 engine below its hood? The stuff of nightmares has turn out to be a actuality, with the brand new Mercedes-AMG GT43 Coupe.

The Mercedes-AMG GT43, not like the GT55 and GT63 variants, has a puny 4-cylinder engine below the hood. It’s a 2.0-liter turbo-petrol mild-hybrid from the AMG A45, which makes 416 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque. A 9-speed automated transmission sends the facility to the rear axle.

In response to Mercedes, the AMG GT43 is considerably lighter than the GT63. It weighs 1775 kg and is claimed to have higher weight distribution. That being stated, it can not match the GT63 in a dash from 0-62 mph. The GT43 completes the sprint in 4.6 seconds, 1.4 seconds slower than the V8 model.

The Mercedes-AMG GT43 does come geared up with a rear-wheel steering system that improves cornering. It’s not a part of the usual bundle, although. The automotive additionally will get adaptive dampers on all 4 corners and rides on 19-inch wheels.

Supply: Mercedes-Benz