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Mercedes-AMG GT Roadster

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Mercedes-AMG GT Roadster

(2016 - present)

    Summary


    The the Mercedes-AMG GT Roadster is a two-door high-performance convertible – a drop-top derived from the GT Coupé, and Mercedes’ answer to the Porsche 911 Cabriolet.

    Arriving two years after the GT Coupé, the standard GT Roadster is around 50kg heavier than its coupé sibling, but uses the same twin-turbocharged 4.0-litre V8 engine. Mercedes-AMG has tuned the engine to produce a slightly higher output of 475hp, to counteract the added weight.

    Due to this added weight and the structural disadvantages that come with opting for a convertible, Autocar comes to the conclusion that “the GT Roadster doesn’t quite match the GT coupé for outright cornering prowess or overall ride control”, and says that “it can be difficult to manoeuvre around tight spaces due to its elongated bonnet and poor rear vision.”

    Auto Express adds that the Porsche 911 Cabriolet is the more practical choice for day-to-day travel, though it also explains that the Mercedes-AMG matches the Porsche’s driving dynamics and ride comfort, “but feels more dramatic”, with an “intoxicating” V8 engine soundtrack.

    “The 911 wishes it had this much personality”, Parkers asserts, praising the GT Roadster for its attractive muscle car exterior styling, its luxurious interior trim and its electrically-operated soft-top roof that opens or closes in 11 seconds.

    As of November 2022, the Mercedes-AMG GT Roadster holds an Expert Rating of 75%, based on 15 different reviews published by the UK motoring media.

    GT Roadster highlights

    • Alluring exterior looks
    • Very strong performance
    • Luxurious cabin interior
    • Improved handling
    • AMG engine sounds inspire acceleration

    GT Roadster lowlights

    • The GT Coupé has more precise handling
    • Expensive to buy, base model and up
    • High running costs
    • Not too practical day-to-day
    • Poor rear visibility

    Key specifications


    Body style: Two-seat roadster
    Engines:
    petrol
    Price:
    From £115,730 on-road

    Launched: Winter 2016/17
    Last updated: Winter 2019/20
    Replacement due: TBA


    Media reviews


    Reviews, road test and comparisons from across the UK automotive media. Click any of the boxes to view.

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    Top Gear

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    What Car?

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    Safety rating


    No safety rating

    As of November 2022, the Mercedes-AMG GT Roadster has not been crash tested by Euro NCAP.

    Eco rating


    No eco rating

    As of November 2022, the Mercedes-AMG GT Roadster has not been lab tested by Green NCAP.

    Reliability rating

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    As of November 2022, we don’t have enough reliability data on the Mercedes-AMG GT Roadster to generate a reliability rating.

    The Car Expert’s reliability information is provided exclusively to us from extended warranty data from our partner, MotorEasy. As soon as MotorEasy has sufficient data on the GT Roadster, we’ll publish the score here.

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    With muscular looks and an alluring V8 soundtrack, the GT Roadster is a pacy drop-top with plenty of charisma, but its coupé sibling has better handling.Mercedes-AMG GT Roadster