Mercedes AMG GT Goes on a Diet
A leaner AMG GT has now been launched. Instead of the usual twin-turbo V8 power, this variant has four-cylinder 2.0 litre engine. Performance figures are quoted as 416BHP and a 0-62 time of 4.6 seconds with a top speed of 174mph.
The price will obviously be a lot lower than the £160k price on the V8 models. I suspect Mercedes are aiming at a different purchasing demographic to add to their customer base and maybe ticking some eco footprint boxes too.
Maserati Grecale Folgore – Batteries Included
Out of the trident garage comes the electric Grecale at around £110k. Aiming at the competition from the likes of Porsche with their Macan Turbo model it will be interesting to see if Porsche customers may like to try something different.
Performance statistics are around the usual swift offerings of electric chariots on the market today, although as this model is heavier than the Porsche Macan, Maserati quote a slower 0-62 of 4.1 seconds. If you love the Italian flair and have the budget to spend, then why not?
Bentley Flying Spur & Continental – Engines Terminated
The traditional combustion engine options in the Flying Spur and Continental models are being withdrawn this year. Hybrid plug-in V8 engines will be available. This is an interim move by Bentley while they develop their fully electric vehicle that may be available in 2026.
Already experienced in the hybrid arena with the twin-turbo V6 fitted, Bentley, like many other manufacturers are shifting their model engine options to hybrid and fully electric. The forthcoming Flying Spur and Continental hybrids will in no doubt enjoy the ample performance ability that will be bestowed upon them. An excitable future for the prestige marque it appears. ©
