2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT GT S
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- Photo: Mercedes-AMG C190 FL GT Obsidian Black (1) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Mercedes, TC 24, Essen (TCE42758) by Matti Blume, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2019 Mercedes-AMG GT R (14) by Bindydad123, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT-S in Magnetite Black Metallic, Rear Right, 06-04-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Mercedes-AMG GT R (C190) interior by Tokumeigakarinoaoshima, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT GT S is a 503-hp 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 with a 7-speed amg dual-clutch and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $129,000 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.
It makes 503 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque at N/A rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
The AMG GT has a curb weight of 3,695 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Coupe |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $129,000 ($174,688 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $129,925 ($175,940 *) |
| Destination Charge | $925 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Twin-Turbocharged V8 |
| Displacement | 4 L |
| Horsepower | 503 hp |
| Torque | 479 lb-ft @ N/A rpm |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Differential Type | Electronically Controlled Limited-Slip Differential |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 7-Speed AMG Dual-Clutch (DCT) |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 16 MPG |
| Highway | 22 MPG |
| Combined | 18 MPG |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Curb Weight | 3,695 lbs |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Tested, but no star ratings were published (2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT S 2 DR RWD).
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jun 25, 2021 · POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2018 AMG GT vehicles. The bonding between the carbon-fiber driveshaft and the flange may be insufficient, which could result in driveshaft separation.
Consequence: A separated driveshaft may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the carbon-fiber driveshaft, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 15, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021090008.
NHTSA campaign 21V478000
Jun 14, 2019 · POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 AMG GTS and 2017 AMG GT vehicles. The bonding between the carbon-fiber driveshaft and the engine/transmission flange may be insufficient, causing the driveshaft to separate while in motion.
Consequence: If the driveshaft separates, there may be a loss of drive, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the carbon-fiber draft shaft, including the flange, free of charge. The recall began November 4, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019090018.
NHTSA campaign 19V457000
6 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT
Owner Complaints
6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Power Train | 3 |
| Engine | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GT S. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.