2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT GT S Coupe
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The 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT GT S Coupe is a 503-hp 4.0-liter turbocharged V8 coupe with an amg speedshift dct 7-speed dual-clutch and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $131,200 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.
It makes 503 horsepower at 6,250 rpm and 479 lb-ft of torque at 1750-4750 rpm, spinning to a 7,000 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
The AMG GT measures 179.0 inches long on a 103.5-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,627 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Coupe |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $131,200 |
| MSRP with Destination | $132,125 |
| Destination Charge | $925 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Handcrafted AMG 4.0L V8 Biturbo (M178) |
| Displacement | 3.982 L |
| Horsepower | 503 hp @ 6,250 rpm |
| Torque | 479 lb-ft @ 1750-4750 rpm |
| Redline | 7,000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 4-valves per cylinder |
| Bore and Stroke | 83.0 x 92.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-Speed Dual-Clutch |
| 1st Gear | 3.4 (45 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 2.19 (70 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 1.63 (94 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 1.29 (119 mph **) |
| 5th Gear | 1.03 (149 mph **) |
| 6th Gear | 0.84 (182 mph **) |
| 7th Gear | 0.63 (243 mph **) |
| Reverse | 2.79 |
| Final Drive | 3.67 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 16 MPG |
| Highway | 22 MPG |
| Combined | 18 MPG |
| Tank Capacity | 19.8 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent double-wishbone with coil spring, double-tube shock absorber with CDC and tubular torsion bar |
| Rear Suspension | Independent double-wishbone with coil spring, double-tube shock absorber with CDC and torsion bar |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 14.2" x 1.4" |
| Rear Brake Disc | 14.2" x 1.0" |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 9.0 x 19 (Cast) |
| Wheels Rear | 11 x 20 (Cast) |
| Tires Front | 265/35 R19 |
| Tires Rear | 295/30 R20 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 179 in |
| Width | 76.3 in |
| Height | 50.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 103.5 in |
| Front Track | 66.1 in |
| Rear Track | 65.7 in |
| Ground Clearance | 3.78 in |
| Cargo Volume | 10.1 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,627 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.5 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Tested, but no star ratings were published (2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT S 2 DR RWD).
Recalls
5 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2017 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
Feb 5, 2021 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, SL-Class, B-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to the Part 573 report for specific vehicle model details. The software design of the communication module may fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (eCall) in the event of a crash.
Consequence: Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.
Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and the communication module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021020025.
NHTSA campaign 21V058000
Nov 1, 2019 · COMMUNICATION
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2017 vehicles due to a software fault that may cause the date and time for the emergency call system (eCall) to differ from the actual date and time, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location. For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RMISC-19V787-4620.pdf
Consequence: An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: MBUSA has initiated an Over the Air (OTA) remote update. MBUSA will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful OTA or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019120008.
NHTSA campaign 19V787000
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
Dec 18, 2017 · AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 AMG GT & AMG GT-C Roadster and 2018 AMG GT-S & GT Roadster vehicles equipped with AMG Performance Seats. The passenger occupant classification system (OCS) might not function properly, possibly causing the passenger frontal air bag to be incorrectly deactivated or incorrectly activated in the event of a crash.
Consequence: A passenger air bag that is incorrectly activated or deactivated in the event of a crash increases the risk of injury due to potential incorrect airbag deployment or non-deployment.
Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the OCS software, and if necessary, replace the passenger seat cushion, free of charge. Owners will be notified of the recall in January 2018 and they will receive a second letter when the parts become available, currently expected to be in February 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.
NHTSA campaign 17V818000
1 owner complaint to NHTSA for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT
Owner Complaints
1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Power Train | 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 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GT S. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.