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2018 Mercedes Benz AMG GT

The 2018 Mercedes Benz AMG GT is a other, rated at 18 MPG combined by the EPA. NHTSA lists 5 recalls for this model year.

2018 Mercedes Benz AMG GT
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Combined MPG
18
NHTSA safety
Not rated
Starting price
$102,000
Recalls
5

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeMercedes Benz
ModelAMG GT
Model year2018
Vehicle classOther

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement4 L
Cylinders8
TransmissionAutomatic (AM7)
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
FuelPremium Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG16
Highway MPG22
Combined MPG18
CO₂ tailpipe486 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$4300

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
AMG GT C Coupe17 MPG combined
AMG GT C Roadster17 MPG combined
AMG GT Coupe18 MPG combined
AMG GT R Coupe17 MPG combined
AMG GT Roadster18 MPG combined
AMG GT S Coupe18 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City16 MPG
Highway22 MPG
Combined18 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

AMG GT18 MPG
Class average22.8 MPG

About 21% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$1,796/mo
Amount financed
$91,800
Total interest
$15,970
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5-year fuel cost
$11,167

$2,233/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG18
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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC

NHTSA has not published NCAP crash-test ratings for this model year yet.

Recalls (5)

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE18V724000 · 2018-10-15

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Cabrio and AMG GT-C Cabrio vehicles. Due to a software incompatibility, in the event of a low speed crash, both stages of the frontal air bags may deploy instead of only the first-stage deploying as intended.

    Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the air bag control unit software, free of charge. The recall began November 2, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018100008.

  • POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT21V478000 · 2021-06-25

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2018 AMG GT vehicles. The bonding between the carbon-fiber driveshaft and the flange may be insufficient, which could result in driveshaft separation.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the carbon-fiber driveshaft, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 15, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021090008.

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE21V058000 · 2021-02-05

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, SL-Class, B-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to the Part 573 report for specific vehicle model details. The software design of the communication module may fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (eCall) in the event of a crash.

    Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and the communication module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021020025.

  • AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE18V208000 · 2018-03-29

    Mercedes-Benz USA LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 AMG GT, AMG GT C, GLC43 AMG 4Matic, GLC300, GLC300 4Matic and GLC350e 4Matic vehicles. The housing for the driver side air bag inflator may have been made with defective steel. In the event of an air bag deployment, the defective steel may cause the inflator to improperly inflate the driver-side air bag and potentially rupture.

    Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag module, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 29, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

  • SEAT BELTS17V826000 · 2017-12-18

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT, AMG GT R, AMG GT C and AMG GT S vehicles. The seat belts may bind within the guidance loops possibly causing slack in the seat belts.

    Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will reconfigure the seat belt guides, free of charge. The recall began March 30, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691. MBUSA'S number for this recall is 2017120018.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2018 Mercedes Benz AMG GT?

The 2018 Mercedes Benz AMG GT is EPA-rated at 18 MPG combined (16 city / 22 highway).

Is the 2018 Mercedes Benz AMG GT reliable?

NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2018 Mercedes Benz AMG GT. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2018 Mercedes Benz AMG GT?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2018 Mercedes Benz AMG GT costs roughly $2,233 per year to fuel, or about $11,167 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2018 Mercedes Benz AMG GT?

The 2018 Mercedes Benz AMG GT is classified as a other. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC