Echoing similar statements made early last year, the executive argues that AMG has already established itself as a worthy contender in the segment. The performance division is now focusing its efforts on sales volume, rather than exclusivity.
“It’s not helpful to have a hundred hypercars done in a year and nobody sees them on the road,” Moers told CarAdvice in a recent interview. “It’s very important to see your brand on the road.”
The company earlier this week unveiled its 2016 AMG GT, positioned as a 911 fighter with a choice between V8 powerplants. The base model is no slouch with 456 horsepower and 443 lb-ft of torque, while the S trim steps up to 503 ponies and 479 lb-ft of twist.
The company sees plenty of opportunity for the GT, which will eventually become a full portfolio with several variants alongside the current pair. One or more will naturally bring even higher performance, and a ‘GT X’ name hints at an all-wheel-drive configuration.
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