2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

coast2coast on October 2, 2020

First off all. This car is 100% gangster, legit to the core. The level of performance, curb appeal, and luxury refinement is unparalleled. Its the nicest car I've ever owned. Literally, every time and I mean every time I take it out people stop and stare, kids cheer, it turns heads. I don't know how else to describe it, but It makes you feel special when you drive it. The hydraulic steering is superb. The "I am Legend" pandemic runs I had in it we're amazing. Its like the more you push it, the more confidence inspiring it gets. It makes you feel like you are some kind of road boss, where you can just mob down any road or car you want; effortlessly. This is especially true when you put it Sport+. And the exhaust sound - forget about it! Its so bad xxx - super addicting. ** The one thing you must be careful of is: 120 mph feels like 30 mph. So you really have to watch your speed. It was designed to be an Autobahn ripper - so it has a way of "velocit-izing" you. It took me ~2-4 weeks to get used to driving it after coming off a Porsche 911. The hood is long, and its a big car. But it doesn't feel like it when you're driving it. The seats are very comfortable, which provides a sort of xxxx-pit like experience. Because of the moon roof, it helps to make it feel like there is more room. I used it as fun weekend car whenever the weather was nice. So could you daily drive it? Yes. But its not designed for city street driving really. As I alluded to earlier - its for traveling at high speed over long distances kind of car. The only negative side I have is that for city driving its not that great. Specifically, the transmission is jerky if you only do stop-and-go type driving at low speed under 15 mph. Its not terrible, but if I had to do this type of driving day to day, I would choose another car. Finally, for me, this car represents freedom. Freedom to lose yourself in the driving experience. Where you become one with the car, explore, and have fun adventures. As soon as I get in it - its like all of my problems seem to slip away. Its a very rewarding car, and I strongly recommend it.

century on March 15, 2020

this car meet all my needs. its Porsche 911 beater you know ~ having a lot of fun to drive it and every time you peddle down the throttle you feel confident all the time as long as you dare to~

Jack Sally AMG GT on April 17, 2019

Best car I’ve ever owned. Went to the Mercedes dealer to buy a new SL. My wife spotted our car in the showroom . She sat in the car and said she likes this on. We took it for a test drive and we were hooked. Had to have it.

DriverNumberZero on February 6, 2019

I've been lucky to own many nice vehicles -- an Aston Vanquish, Gallardo Spyder, R8, many 911s, etc., but my 2016 Solarbeam Yellow AMG GTS is by far my favorite. The car looks incredible, and is more comfortable than you'd imagine for a two-door coupe. The steering is a bit twitchy, but once you're used to it, is not a problem. The VERY long front end, a hallmark of this beautiful car, can be a little tough when parking because the parking sensors aren't as accurate on the front. Short of these minor issues, I absolutely love mine and drive it daily. 6K miles and counting. Well done, AMG!

Tim the tool man on July 22, 2018

This is by far the finest car I have ever owned. I have owned 109 cars according to USAA. Jag F Type R, Porsches, BMW M5, Mercedes CL55, SL63, Corvettes, Audi R8, ect... The AMG GT S is a classic beauty that does not shout (McLaren, Lambo, Ferarri) yet is within reach of the performance of those cars and at 30-50 % of the price. I am 6'3" and fit comfortably, not so in the R8 or 570s. I am a conservative person and do not want attention, however, I never had a car that attracted so much, and it is more respect than wow...AMG GT S is simply class and performance - aka the car that James Bond would really drive today.

fezz1450 on June 18, 2018

Exceptional vehicle with tones of power, elegance and design. Highly recommended. Can be driven every day or raced on the track. Fantastic value for the money.

Via6716 on April 17, 2018

Comfort is already stiff and aggressive, although it offers up a measure of Mercedes' trademark relaxed throttle tip-in. Sport ramps up the anger, Sport+ more still. Aggressive sound in the last two modes.

sports car fanatic on March 29, 2018

This vehicle combines both luxury with high performance, with the Mercedes panache to boot. It is a remarkable achievement in engineering. This car will give other sports car a reason to take notice and a force on the road to be reckoned with.

safecar on November 22, 2017

Great handling, hughs the street like a speed train..and the sound..makes you smile every time you drive it!

Silverwrapper on October 23, 2017

The car exceeded my expectations. Roomy cabin, excellent handling and braking, and power to spare. Did I mention its 'look.' If you see this car in your review mirror, you'll move over. Classy car.