The five-year gap between the previous Mercedes-AMG GT’s presence in India and the launch of the new GT 63 and GT 63 Pro in 2025 primarily stems from the discontinuation of the first-generation model in 2020 which may be due to various strategic and model life cycle factors. After the first-gen AMG GT was phased out, Mercedes-Benz did not immediately bring in a successor, leaving a void in their flagship performance coupe lineup for Indian buyers.
Mercedes-AMG’s GT badge is back on Indian roads after a five-year absence, this time with the new GT 63 and the supposedly even sharper GT 63 Pro. On paper, these cars tick every box: more power, more tech, more practicality. But do they move the needle for performance car buyers, or are they just another exercise in excess?
Design
The new GT 63 is going to be visibly larger—longer, wider, and taller than before, with a 70 MM stretch in wheelbase. The result is a car that commands attention, but also one that verges on being unwieldy in India’s crowded cities. The 2+2 seating is a nod to practicality, yes, but let’s be honest: the rear seats are best left to children or extra luggage. The boot is bigger, yes, but buyers in this segment rarely buy an AMG for its cargo space.
That being said, the exterior is classic AMG: a long, sculpted bonnet, gaping Panamericana grille, and a rear that’s all muscle and menace. It’s a car that looks fast even standing still, but it’s also a design that’s starting to feel familiar—almost safe—compared to some of the more radical shapes coming from rivals.
Cabin – Tech Feast
Inside, the GT 63 borrows heavily from the SL 55, with a digital-heavy cockpit dominated by a 12.3-inch driver display and an 11.9-inch touchscreen. The materials are chosen to impress—Nappa leather, carbon-fibre, and the usual AMG flourishes.
There’s a sense that Mercedes is leaning hard into digital gimmicks, sometimes at the expense of tactile engagement. The infotainment is slick, but not always intuitive, and the sheer number of drive modes and settings can overwhelm a person who chooses a layman’s approach to life.
Performance
The beating heart of the GT 63 remains its 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8, now delivering 585 BHP in standard trim and 612 BHP in the Pro. Acceleration is claimed to be brutal with 0-100 KM/H coming up in just over 3 seconds.
The Pro’s extra power and sharper chassis tuning are said to make it a genuine track weapon, but on public roads, the difference is, well, unnoticeable? because unless you’re a mad man willing to push this car to its limit on public roads, our guess is you won’t notice much.
The new active suspension and rear-wheel steering are supposed to do wonders for agility, but physics can’t be cheated: at nearly two tonnes, the GT 63 is still a big, heavy car. It’s composed at speed but might feel cumbersome on tighter roads.
Technology And Safety
Mercedes has thrown the tech catalogue at these cars—adaptive cruise control, lane assist, a full suite of safety aids. While commendable, the layers of electronic intervention can sometimes dilute the driving experience.
For buyers who want to feel every nuance of the road, the GT 63’s digital safety net can be a double-edged sword, but lets be honest, no one ever has a problem with a real safe car.
Value and Positioning – A Crowded Field
Expected to start above the ₹3 crore mark, the GT 63 and GT 63 Pro face stiff competition from the Porsche 911, BMW M8, and even the more exotic Aston Martin Vantage.
The AMG is compelling, but it’s not without compromise. The car’s size, complexity, and sheer thirst for fuel will give some buyers pause, especially when rivals offer more spirited driving experiences or greater badge appeal.
What Do We Think About This Launch
The new GT 63 and GT 63 Pro are going to be impressive machines. They’ll be fast, comfortable, and loaded with tech. But in chasing the broader appeal, Mercedes risks losing some of the raw, analogue magic that made its earlier cars so memorable. For those who want a supercar that can do it all, the GT 63 makes a strong case. For purists, though, it might feel like evolution at the expense of excitement.
In a segment where emotion matters as much as numbers, the new AMG GTs are undeniably competent, but whether they’re truly captivating is a question only a test drive can answer.
