Mercedes-Benz sets prices for all-new 2016 AMG GT S

(January 25, 2015) MONTVALE, N.J. — With the new Mercedes-AMG GT model range, the Mercedes-AMG sports car brand is moving into a new segment. As the second sports car developed entirely in-house by Mercedes-AMG, the GT has everything you would expect from an authentic Mercedes-AMG, from the characteristic styling, thoroughbred motorsport technology to the optimum weight distribution.

Starting at $130,825 including destination charge, the Mercedes-AMG GT S features a long list of standard features, including Nappa Leather, Keyless-GO, COMAND, Collision Prevention Assist PLUS, Parktronic, 8 Airbags, 19" Front / 20" Rear wheels, AMG Adaptive Suspension, LED Headlamps, Power heated/memory AMG Performance Seats, Rearview Camera, Red Brake Calipers, AMG 3-Stage ESP, and a Burmester Surround Sound System.

The GT S is powered by a 4.0 bi-turbo V8 engine that features an output of 503 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque, delivering an impressive 0-60 mph time of 3.7 seconds. The U.S. market launch of the GT S is scheduled for April.

The base GT variant goes on sale in the U.S. this spring with slightly detuned 456 hp and 443 lb-ft of torque and a 0-60 time of 3.9 seconds. No word on when the more powerful S version will be on sale.

More information on pricing and equipment levels for both the Mercedes-AMG GT S and GT will be available closer to their respective launch dates.