Mercedes-AMG GT S India review, test drive

Mercedes-AMG’s second in-house-developed sportscar is here, and in true AMG fashion, it’s loud, charismatic and a riot to drive.

Published on Nov 05, 2015 11:42:00 AM

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Mercedes-AMG GT S India review, test drive

The Mercedes-AMG GT S is the company's new flagship sportscar

It has a similar shape to its predecessor, the SLS AMG, but is smaller

A long bonnet, sleek headlamps and gaping grille dominate the look

Te rear is subtler, but looks really wide and planted

Should I buy one?

Simply put, the Mercedes-AMG GT S is the full AMG package in its purest distilled form, and then some. It’s got the raw power delivery, it’s got the luxury, it’s got the slightly frisky rear end and, of course, it’s got the incredible V8 soundtrack. But then it also brings a sense of balance, sharpness and mature handling that’s right up there with the best in this class of 500bhp-plus sportscars. And finally, there’s the fact that it is one of the best looking cars money can buy. The few flaws pale in comparison when you look at the bigger picture – this is a car that will thrill owners, casual or enthusiast, on various levels. At an expected price of Rs 2.25 crore (ex-showroom), it will go right up against the likes of the Porsche 911 Turbo S and Jaguar F-type R coupé when it’s launched later this month. The SLS was a tough act to follow, but the AMG GT S seems to have more than done it.