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Get ready for insights into the first series-production model based on high performance AMG Electric Architecture, revolutionary drive concept with three axial flux motors, and hyper-fast charging.
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A new dimension of performance Concept AMG GT XX cornering on an urban racetrack
The performance of the future is on its way – with exceptional technology, supreme endurance, hyper-fast charging and a highly emotional design. The CONCEPT AMG GT XX is a pioneering technology programme that offers an impressive insight into a forthcoming four-door series-production sports car from Mercedes-AMG.
Rear view of the Concept AMG GT XX in front of the grandstand on a racetrack straight
The CONCEPT AMG GT XX is the next milestone in the history of AMG
Portrait picture of Michael Schiebe, CEO of Mercedes-AMG GmbH
Michael Schiebe, CEO of Mercedes-AMG GmbH
Close-up of the tyres and rims of the Concept AMG GT XX
Revolutionary drivetrain
High performance with axial flux motor
In the almost 60-year history of the Mercedes-Benz performance and sports car brand, the drive was always the heart of the vehicle, bar none. The team at Affalterbach are continuing this tradition with the CONCEPT AMG GT XX, which introduces a revolutionary drive technology in the form of the innovative axial flux motor. For its application in the CONCEPT AMG GT XX and subsequently in series production, the concept was taken to a whole new level of performance. This was achieved in a collaboration between Mercedes-AMG and the technology experts from YASA – a 100-percent subsidiary of Mercedes-Benz AG.
The innovative electric motors enable high power from an extremely compact package and enter series production at Mercedes-AMG in 2026. Thanks to a peak output of over 1,000 kW, the CONCEPT AMG GT XX can reach top speeds of more than 360 km/h.
Close-up of the radiator grille with Mercedes-Benz star
The motors are packaged into two High Performance Electric Drive Units (HP.EDUs) – one at the front and one at the rear. The HP.EDU at the rear has two axial flux motors. The front electric drive functions as a booster motor and only kicks in when additional power or traction is required at the front wheels.
In combination with the new high performance battery, the three axial flux motors attain a completely new level, particularly in respect of continuous power. This offers a new level of continuous performance that was almost unthinkable in the world of electric mobility – until now. In addition, intelligent aerodynamics – with a very favourable drag coefficient of 0.198 – ensures extremely high handling stability across all speed ranges. This directly enhances high-speed performance while also contributing to a longer range at high speeds.
Rear view of the Concept AMG GT XX at an electric charging station Extremely fast charging
Inspired by Formula 1®: the High Performance Electric Battery
The high-voltage battery in the CONCEPT AMG GT XX is a completely new development. It benefits from all the experience from the AMG ONE and Formula 1® as well as the knowledge of the best engineers from Mercedes-Benz and Mercedes-AMG. The High Performance Electric Battery (HP.EB) delivers a high power output with exceptional repeatability, guaranteeing the vehicle’s outstanding overall performance. This is paired with rapid energy absorption and high power density.
Contributing to the high system performance are three main aspects: new battery cell developments, direct cooling of the cells and high voltage. The charging performance likewise sets new benchmarks – again due to direct cooling. This pairs with optimised thermal management of the cells and power lines during charging. The CONCEPT AMG GT XX achieves a very high average charging power of more than 850 kW at 1000 ampere over a wide range of the charging curve. This makes charging almost as fast as refuelling.
Graphic with the preliminary performance values: peak power of over 1000kW; top speed of more than 360 km/h and 5min charging time for a range of around 400km * The information is preliminary. The range values are provisional, based on digital simulations of the standard determination for WLTP. So far, there are neither confirmed values from an officially recognized testing organization nor an EC type approval nor a certificate of conformity with official values. Discrepancies between the provided information and the official values are possible. Binding values are not yet available.
Rear view of Mercedes-AMG GT XX with “Record” lettering Picture of the entire Nardo long-distance record team Impressive test programme
Long-distance record: around the world in eight days In the early morning of August 25, 2025, the moment had arrived: mission accomplished! The Concept AMG GT XX completed a distance of 40,075 kilometres (24,901 miles) on the legendary high-speed test track in Nardò, southern Italy, in exactly 7 days, 13 hours, 24 minutes, and 7 seconds.
This means that this extraordinary concept vehicle ‘drove around the world in less than eight days’ and broke a total of 25 long-distance records. Among them was the record for the greatest distance ever covered by an electric vehicle within 24 hours. The previous record was under 4,000 kilometres. The CONCEPT AMG GT XX has surpassed this value by far, reaching 5,479 kilometres. However, breaking records was not the main focus of the mission. Instead, the overriding goal was to prove the endurance of the groundbreaking AMG powertrain. This is because the greatest strain on motors and battery occurs under high-load driving and high-speed charging cycles.
To simulate this scenario repeatedly, the CONCEPT AMG GT XX was tasked with covering as many kilometers as possible in the shortest possible time. Drivers maintained a constant speed of 300 km/h, stopping only to recharge at power levels averaging around 850 kW. In the end, this required 3,177 laps of the Nardò circuit, each measuring 12.68 kilometres. That's around 5,300 kilometres per day, most of it under very high loads and outside temperatures of over 35 degrees Celsius at times. Despite this tough continuous load, the axial flux motors and high-performance battery of the CONCEPT AMG GT XX remained impressively ‘cool’ and completed lap after lap.
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Speakers in front headlights
Pioneering aerodynamics
MBUX Fluid Light Paint
MBUX Fluid Light Panel
Active Aero Wheel
Speakers in front headlights
The exterior speakers for emitting driving sounds are integrated into the front headlights for the first time in the CONCEPT AMG GT XX. This saves space, reduces weight, enables new sound variants and serves as a signal transmitter for pedestrian protection. Added to this is the passive membrane technology in the soundbar, which enables low-frequency and more powerful bass reproduction.
Bucket seats with the new LABFIBER biotechnological leather alternative in Pearl Black Door loops made from the new silk alternative in orange to match the exterior Interior innovations
Alternative materials for the sports car of the future
The CONCEPT AMG GT XX also points to the future in its interior with the LABFIBER materials. This refers to innovative materials based on biotechnology. The technology programme features alternatives to leather and silk, both produced with the help of biotechnology. The door handles, for example, are made from the innovative silk alternative in orange to match the exterior.
In contrast, the front bucket seats are covered with the innovative LABFIBER Biotechnological Leather Alternative in Pearl Black. They are also based on carbon-fibre racing shells with ventilation openings and integrated headrests. The individually designed seat pads are created using 3D printing technology and offer a new level of customisation with optimised ergonomics, and they are easy to swap out. This creates a comfortable seat structure that is tailored to the individual driver. The ergonomic data is provided by a body scan.
Front view of the CONCEPT AMG GT XX
Rear view of the CONCEPT AMG GT XX with focus on the MBUX Fluid Light Panel
Side view of the CONCEPT AMG GT XX
Pure sports car DNA
Rebellious design with first-class aerodynamics With its low-slung bonnet, sharply raked windscreen and dynamic fastback, the CONCEPT AMG GT XX is a statement of brand’s signatures sports car performance. The striking colour scheme in sunset beam orange demonstrates self-confidence.
The AMG-specific radiator grille with ten vertical struts and the centrally integrated Mercedes star embodies a characteristic AMG feature. Above this, the vertically arranged main headlights set innovative accents. A characteristic feature from motorsport is the two-part air outlets in the bonnet, each with two fins. The bonnet underlines the distinctive sports car genes of the CONCEPT AMG GT XX with two power domes.
The side view is defined by the low-slung front end, from which the fenders flare organically to frame the front wheels. Like the recessed door handles, the sill claddings have aerodynamic contours that extend into the rear wheel arches. The dynamic rear end, with its sharply angled aerodynamic edge and six circular, deep red taillights, and centrally positioned MBUX Fluid Light Panel, forms a unique vehicle identity.
The steering wheel of the CONCEPT AMG GT XX Interior design
Purist cockpit with exposed technology
The interior of the CONCEPT AMG GT XX is reduced to the essentials, like a racing car, while offering a luxurious look and feel. The interior is immersed almost completely in black. Therefore, the silver and orange accents come clearly to the fore and emphasise the visually minimalist focus on technical elements.
The purist cockpit, with two integrated screens featuring a seamless-glass look, is fully focused on driving. The instrument panel is unclad and references the look of a classic sports engine block with the AMG logo machined into it. Similar to the one in the AMG ONE, the steering wheel with its almost rectangular shape and two horizontal struts is also inspired by motor racing.
A particularly distinctive feature of the interior is the exposed extrusions of the body-in-white around the centre console, with illuminated orange pipes. Their look creates an instinctive association with high-voltage cables. Another stand-out feature is the design element in the centre console, which takes the form of the AMG coat of arms. The CONCEPT AMG GT XX thus expresses its top electric performance with high-tech features machined from solid metal and illuminated.
Chief engineer of the AMG.EA platform Oliver Wiech stands in front of the CONCEPT AMG GT XX A new dimension of performance
Exclusive walkaround
The performance of the future is on its way: our Chief Engineer AMG.EA platform Oliver Wiech provides you with an exclusive overview of the many innovative highlights of this revolutionary concept car in a Private Lounge walkaround.
AMG Concept XX in the garage
Making-of
NEW RECORD & NO LIMITS
In our four-part series “Record Drive”, we uncover the challenges behind a record unlike any other: driving around the world in under 8 days, more than 5,000 km per day, stopping only to charge. The ambition is clear: to push electric performance into a new dimension and show what Mercedes-AMG.EA is truly capable of.
Exclusive event highlight World premiere: Affasterbach For the exclusive world premiere of the CONCEPT AMG GT XX, Affalterbach was transformed into Affasterbach for a day. A spectacular, first-class event attended by the World's Fastest Family, including media representatives and stars like Gabriel Macht and George Russel – an unforgettable day full of fascinating highlights relating to performance, technology and groundbreaking innovation.
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Kimi Antonelli and George Russel on stage in front of a CONCEPT AMG GT XX banner
The presentation of the CONCEPT AMG GT XX with pyrotechnics
Alicia Keys sings at Affasterbach 2025 with the Concept AMG GT XX in the background
The Concept AMG GT XX as a prototype with lots of smoke
Gabriel Macht leans against a Mercedes-AMG
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- I really like that this has fog lights. Please bring back fog lights to all of your production models or at least offer them as an optional accessory. Halogen would be best for the yellow/white color and to melt snow or ice from the lens.- it's all integrated in all headlights already and works automatically - why the heck would you wanna step back and have single seperate headlights if you can have an intelligent light that does curve light fog light and high beams all together dynamically
- The design and everything else about this car is very good. There is only one exception, namely this front grille and these harmless headlights. If both looked much more aggressive, the car would be nearly perfect.
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