2021 Mercedes-AMG GT Arrives With More Power And A Stealthy Special Edition

The current-generation Mercedes-AMG GT is getting a spectacular send-off with the new Black Series. With 720 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque on tap, the2021 Mercedes-AMG GT Black Seriesis the most powerful AMG GT to date.

But don't think this means Mercedes-AMG is neglecting the regular GT. For the 2021 model year, theAMG GTCoupe andGT Roadsterboast 54 more horsepower than the previous model, increasing the 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8's output to 523 horsepower. Torque also increases from 465 lb-ft to 494 lb-ft. This enables the AMG GT to accelerate from 0-62 mph in 3.7 seconds - that's 0.2 seconds faster than the previous model.

Mercedes-AMG hasn't just increased the power, as all 2021 AMG GT models come with new standard equipment including an AMG Ride Control suspension with adaptive damping adjustment, electronic limited-slip differential on the rear axle, a high-performance composite braking system and red brake calipers. Other enhancements include a new lithium-ion starter battery and a Race driving mode.

In addition, a new "Stealth Edition" of the AMG GT and GT Roadster will be available with special enhancements including the AMG Exterior Night Package, black brake calipers, a dark chrome grille in dark, darkened headlights, and mixed-size tires with 19-inch matte black Y-spoke wheels on the front and 20-inch wheels on the rear. The coupe version also gets a carbon-fiber roof with dark-tined areas, and the Roadster comes with a black soft top.