New Mercedes-AMG GT 53 4-Door Coupe has a 6-cylinder soundtrack

Mercedes-AMG has launched a new, more affordable version of its all-electric GT 4-Door Coupe, the GT 53, which drops one of the three electric motors found in the more powerful variants and replaces real engine noise with a simulated six-cylinder soundtrack played through the car's audio system.

The reduction from three motors to two means the GT 53 produces significantly less power than its siblings, shedding around 625 hp in the process compared with the top-spec model. According to multiple reports, the car is positioned to compete directly with the Porsche Taycan 4S, sitting below the full-fat AMG GT variants on both price and performance. UK pricing has not been confirmed, but early indications suggest it could come in at under £100,000 when it reaches British showrooms.

The artificial soundtrack is perhaps the most talked-about aspect of the car. Because there is no combustion engine to generate noise, AMG has engineered a sound profile designed to replicate the feel of a six-cylinder engine, delivered through the vehicle's speaker system. This approach is increasingly common across the premium electric segment, though it remains a point of debate among enthusiasts who prefer either authentic electric silence or genuine mechanical sound.

For UK buyers considering the broader electric performance market, the GT 53 represents a notable entry point into the AMG electric range. Anyone thinking about what their current car might be worth ahead of a potential switch can get a free instant valuation from Car.co.uk, which also offers a free MOT history check, a car tax calculator and a car finance calculator to help with the numbers before making any decisions.