2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 63

The 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT 53 is the middle of the pack when it comes to the AMG GT lineup. This incredible fastback offers a fine balance of performance and everyday comfort, sitting in between the mild AMG GT 43 and the aggressive AMG GT 63 variants. The features of the 2021 Mercedes AMG GT 53 coupe are highlighted in the table below -

The Mercedes-AMG experience doesn’t end here. The AMG GT 53 can also be equipped with several Mercedes-curated packages to take luxury and technology factors to a whole new dimension. A few of those packages are highlighted below:

Executive Rear Seat Package - $3,550

• 40/40-split folding twin rear seats
• 3-zone automatic climate control
• Rear-cabin wireless charging
• Heated and cooled rear cupholders
• Household-type 115V power outlet
• Rear-cabin USB-C ports and touchscreen

Driver Assistance Package- $1,950

• Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC
• Active Steering Assist 
• Active Brake Assist with Cross-Traffic Function 
• Active Lane Keeping Assist 
• PRE-SAFE PLUS and many more safety features

AMG Night Package - $750

• Black Chrome Exhaust Tips
• High-Gloss Black Front Splitter
• High-Gloss Black Front Splitter
• High-Gloss Black Mirror Covers
• High-Gloss Black Side Sill Inserts

We Recommend

Although the 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT 53 starts at a price of $107,800, we would still recommend getting all the options and packages to truly enjoy the Mercedes-AMG experience to the fullest. The Driver Assistance package is true value for money, unlocking as many as 14 new driver assistance technologies to fully automate your driving experience. For those who plan to travel with their family, the Executive Rear Seat package is also a great option, bringing in a whole bunch of goodies for the rear passengers. Other standalone options that are a necessity for every driver include the multi-contour AMG performance seats, Nappa leather upholstery, and a few flashy customizations like fancy wheel designs and interior colors.

Release Date

The 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT 53 has arrived at all the major Mercedes-Benz dealerships and is available for sale.

The 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT 53 offers the best of raw fossil fuel power as well as eco-friendly electrification power through its hybrid powerplant. This powerplant features a brilliant 3.0-liter turbocharged 6-cylinder engine crafted by the finest hands in the Mercedes-AMG performance division. For a constant dose of electrons, the engine sucks power from an intercooler, an electric supercharger, and a small electric motor. Mercedes pairs this hybrid powertrain with its snappy dual-clutch nine-speed automatic transmission. This complex yet thrilling powertrain generates 429 horses and 384 lb.-ft of torque. 

With the even power delivery of the turbo inline-6, the AMG GT 53 manages a 0-60 MPH run of 5 seconds. With its fantastic acceleration, the AMG GT 53 can complete a quarter-mile run in 13.6 seconds. The fastback is rated at a top speed of 174 MPH, which is an incredibly fast figure on the highway.

The Mercedes-AMG GT 53 lags behind its rivals in the engine department, as it possesses the lowest horsepower and torque figures in its class. The Merc’s turbocharged 6-cylinder engine feels smaller compared to the beefy V-6s and V-8s that are equipped under the hoods of its rivals. The BMW M850i is a class above the rest, with its class-leading 523 hp and 553 lb-ft of torque. The BMW battles it out against the Porsche in the speed charts, with the latter emerging as the fastest in its class by only a few tenths of a second. The Merc finishes last in the speed charts alongside the Audi S7.

2021 Mercedes-AMG GT 53 Ride and Handling

The 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT 53 is inclined towards athletic driving and neck-breaking performance. Although the AMG GT 53 is based on the architecture of the AMG E63, the AMG division engineers designed the GT coupe from the ground up, enabling the coupe to touch new heights that are only possible for a supercar. As soon as the driver gets his hands on the steering wheel, the driver can feel the sharp handling prowess at play. The standard air suspension setup allows the coupe to achieve a balanced ride comfort quality. Switch the driving mode to Comfort and the AMG GT 53 just glides on the road as if it was floating on air. Enable the Sports Plus driving mode and the AMG GT 53 awakens the beast inside it, launching the engine and exhaust with much more vigor. In a nutshell, the AMG GT 53 can be a competent daily cruiser, as well as a beast on the tracks as the need arises.

2021 Mercedes-AMG GT 53 Braking Performance

Mercedes-AMG engineers have reserved only the best braking technologies for a performance beast of the AMG GT 53’s caliber. The AMG GT 53 is equipped with 14.2-inch brake rotors in both its front and rear ends. With this solid braking setup, the AMG GT 53 manages to post a stopping distance of 109 feet in the 60-0 panic braking tests. The braking performance is further solidified by braking technologies like ABS, active emergency stop, and active brake assist.

The Mercedes-AMG GT 53 manages a 60-0 braking stat of 109 feet, which is on par with the BMW M850i Gran Coupe and almost a foot less than the Audi S7. However, the Porsche Panamera GTS outclasses all of its German rivals with its segment-best stopping distance of 104 feet.

Drivers expecting to splurge their money on a high-performance beast like the 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT 53 really shouldn’t be expecting to save their money when it comes to fuel expenses. Surprisingly, the AMG GT 53 isn’t as fuel-hungry as expected. The AMG GT 53 can shell out a city MPG of 20 and a highway MPG of 25. This equates to a somewhat acceptable combined MPG of 22 by daily driving standards. With its fuel tank capacity of 21.1 gallons, the Merc can shell out 422 miles in the city and 527.5 miles on the highway. 

The turbocharged 6-cylinder engine turns out to be a blessing in disguise for the Mercedes-AMG GT 53, as it ends up as the most fuel-efficient supercar in its class. Compared to the fuel-hungry V-6s and V-8s possessed by the BMW, Porsche, and Audi, the Merc’s inline-6 posts the best MPG figures and mileage in its class. 

The 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT 53 borrows its interior design philosophy from the other 4-door coupes in the Mercedes lineup. However, the large center console in between its seats and quirky ergonomics complement its futuristic and sporty design. The interiors are draped in MB-Tex microfiber upholstery, complemented by the aggressively bolstered front seats. Other interior elements like the flat-bottom steering wheel and aluminum trimmings reflect the aggressive persona of the AMG GT 53. The build quality inside the coupe is out of the world, which is expected by the exemplary standards of Mercedes-AMG.

Like a classic 4-door coupe configuration, the AMG GT 53 offers seating for only 4 passengers. The multi-contour AMG Performance front seats can be purchased as a standalone option, and these seats are our favorite part thanks to their additional adjustability feature of the side bolsters. Families may consider the seating capacity as an issue, although Mercedes ensures that the interior dimensions feel spacious for every passenger. The rear seats can be folded down to open up more space just like a regular hatchback. However, the Merc only offers 12.7 cubic feet of space as a maximum, which is just enough space to store a few carry-on bags. 

In terms of interior dimensions, the Mercedes-AMG GT 53 has the airiest and most comfortable cabin in its class, thanks to its generous interior dimensions. However, the Merc loses out in terms of practicality, with the BMW and Audi offering more space behind the 2nd row of seats. Even the compact Porsche Panamera GTS is slightly more cargo-efficient than the Mercedes AMG GT 53.

Some of the key interior features available with the 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT 53 include:

• Heated power front seats with memory
• 64-color LED ambient lighting
• MB-Tex/microfiber upholstery
• Multicontour AMG Performance front seats
• Heated steering wheel
• Dual-zone automatic climate control
• Optional Exclusive Nappa leather upholstery
• Optional Air Balance cabin-air purification system

How intuitive is the 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT 53’s infotainment system?

For its lofty 6-figure price tag, Mercedes enforces the AMG GT 53 with the best technologies under its belt. The driver gets two massive 12.3-inch touchscreen displays right in the center of attention in the middle of the dashboard. One screen acts as the multimedia interface while the other fulfills the role of the digital instrument cluster. This setup looks incredibly high-tech and fascinating but is equally complicated to use considering you’re a first-time user. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration are also standard, as well as wireless charging, Bluetooth hands-free, WiFi hotspot, USB C-type ports, and a 6-month SiriusXM Platinum subscription. The MBUX infotainment interface also brings navigation services to the table, which can be accessed by just saying the ‘Hey Mercedes’ keyword. Drivers can also enrich the atmosphere inside the cabin by playing their favorite music through the Burmester surround sound system, which can be upgraded to a higher-end variant based on the customer’s demand.

Some of the most notable infotainment features available with the 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT 53 include:

• 12.3-inch touchscreen display
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster display
• MBUX infotainment
• In-car WiFi hotspot
• MB Navigation
• Burmester Surround Sound System
• AMG Track Pace 

The 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT 53 is one of the most aesthetically pleasing 4-door coupes that you will see roaring down the streets. To emphasize the AMG performance roots, Mercedes has increased the proportions of the body to give it a long, low, and wide muscular look. The fastback shape is perfectly carved to grant the AMG GT 53 excellent stability and aerodynamics which work to its advantage at high speeds. Aerodynamic elements include a color-keyed splitter, large air intakes, and flared side sills. The AMG GT 53 also looks menacingly handsome thanks to its vertical-bar grille, aggressive front apron, and long, twin-power-dome hood. The multi-stage rear spoiler gives the AMG GT 53 the feel of a supercar, which simultaneously also nullifies the effects of air resistance.

The Mercedes-AMG GT 53 sits at a lower ride height than its other fastback rivals. The AMG styling and aerodynamics are one-of-a-kind in their segment, which gives the AMG GT 53 a clear advantage over its rivals when it comes to aesthetic appeal. 

Some standout exterior features include:

• AMG body styling
• Multistage active rear spoiler
• Power tilt/sliding tinted glass sunroof
• All-LED exterior lighting
• 19-inch AMG 10-spoke wheels
• Power Liftgate

The high-speed GT 4-door coupes haven’t been reviewed for their crash safety by any of the reputed Safety agencies like NHTSA and IIHS, owing to their expensive 6-figure price tags. However, Mercedes has built an absolute fortress of safety inside the AMG GT 53 coupe, as it is blessed with standard safety technologies like 7 airbags, automatic high-beams, parking sensors, Mercedes Pre-Safe system, blind-spot warning, and rear cross-traffic alert. If these safety features still don’t feel secure enough, Mercedes offers several other driver assistance technologies as optional, which include a dashcam, active lane-keeping assist, active steering assist, active emergency-stop assist, and active distance-assist radar cruise control. The list continues to go on as a few additional safety features are highlighted below-

• Active Brake Assist with Cross-Traffic Function
• PARKTRONIC with Active Parking Assist
• Congestion Emergency Braking
• Route-based Speed Adaptation
• Active Speed Limit Assist
• Evasive Steering Assist

2021 Mercedes-AMG GT 53 vs 2021 BMW M850i Gran Coupe

The 2021 BMW M850i Gran Coupe is the closest competitor to the 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT 53 considering how closely their price matches. The BMW annihilates the Merc in the power department, offering almost 100 hp more with its robust V-8 engine. The Merc’s straight-six cannot compete against the Bimmer even in the speed charts, with the latter finishing almost a second faster. The Merc wins the duel in the handling and fuel economy department, with its ride quality certainly being more engaging than the hard-driving Bimmer. The M850i however has a more practical interior considering its 4-door body style, while the Merc has a more futuristic cabin with loads of technology and safety features. In such a heated battle, it all comes down to the personal preference and brand loyalty of the customer.

2021 Mercedes-AMG GT 53 vs 2021 Audi S7

The 2021 Audi S7 is certainly the cheapest Sportback in this list of competitors of the Mercedes-AMG GT 53. At a starting price of almost 2 grand less, the Audi S7 offers comparable performance to the AMG GT 53, even beating the Merc in a few aspects like horsepower and speed. However, the Merc absolutely excels in terms of handling and ride comfort, while the Audi feels more disconnected from the driver. The Audi offers a similar cabin to the Merc loaded with technology and luxury features and offers more cargo space as well. When you equip the Audi will all the available options, its price will still be comparatively lesser than the Merc. For sheer driver pleasure, the Merc will always be the better option. Yet, if you’re looking to save money, the Audi S7 can be a stellar alternative as well.

2021 Mercedes-AMG GT 53 vs 2021 Porsche Panamera GTS

The 2021 Porsche Panamera has always been a compelling alternative to the Mercedes-AMG GT 53. While its base model certainly cannot compete against the Merc in terms of performance, the higher-end GTS variant certainly wins the cards in its favor. The Panamera GTS is faster than the AMG GT 53 in all sectors and also carries more ride composure and quality than what the Merc offers. The Porsche’s cabin is also more ergonomic than the Mercedes-AMG. However, the Merc offers way more standard safety features and technology than the Porsche. The Porsche Panamera GTS is already super-expensive compared to the Mercedes-AMG GT 53, so equipping more options will certainly burn a hole in your pocket. We will go with the AMG GT 53 just for its sheer driving convenience and treasure trove of technologies.

The 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT 53 is an eye-catching 4-door fastback that competes with the fastest cars in the world. The car features a powerful turbocharged inline-6 engine, and one of the best driving dynamics in the world. The AMG GT 53 is an aesthetic masterpiece, as it looks visually stunning on the outside. On the inside, the interior design looks straight out of a spaceship, laden with the best luxury features and driver assistance technologies that money can buy. The 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT 53 is the perfect vehicle to showcase to your family the trills of performance driving while ensuring that their necks stay glued to comfortable seats.