Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Video Reviews

The second-gen Mercedes-AMG GT coupe looks similar but changes substantially compared to before. The now larger body gains more seats and a larger boot, dramatically improving practicality. Performance is in the supercar league. 4WD and 4-wheel steering are standard, replacing the old rear transaxle layout, and a 50:50 weight balance aids handling. But is this enough to beat a Porsche 911?

Think electrification is all about efficiency? Think again, because the Mercedes-AMG GT63S E Performance is all about excitement. Yes, it's a plug-in hybrid, but it's also one that uses its electric motor and battery primarily to better the twin-turbo V8's performance, and the drive experience. So, does it? We put the GT63S E Performance to the racetrack test to find out.

What appears to be a pointless exercise in gratuitous drifts is actually a lesson learned in car physics and how under-prepared most Aussies would be for low-traction driving.