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The Silver Arrow’s 1,340-Horsepower Hail Mary

Mercedes-AMG reveals the Concept AMG GT XX, a four-door electric hyper-saloon aimed directly at the Taycan’s dominance.

By Tomás Cleary · May 31, 2026
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While the paddock has been preoccupied with the internal combustion swan song of the Bugatti Tourbillon, Mercedes-AMG has quietly dropped a high-voltage hammer. The unveiling of the Concept AMG GT XX signals a radical shift in the Affalterbach power structure. This isn't just a battery-electric experiment; it is a 1,340-horsepower statement of intent designed to serve as the definitive nemesis to the Porsche Taycan.

The GT XX previews an upcoming EV saloon that ditches the rounded, egg-like silhouettes of recent Mercedes electric offerings for something far more aggressive. The proportions suggest a low-slung, four-door hypercar that borrows the aerodynamic aggression of the F1 stable. In a landscape where Ferrari’s Luce is making headlines for its designer pedigree, Mercedes is doubling down on raw, uncompromising performance figures that would make even a scratch golfer’s pulse quicken.

The move comes at a critical juncture for the brand as it balances its dual-track engineering strategy. While rivals are refining their hybrid lineups, the GT XX represents a total commitment to the flagship EV space. With its debut confirmed to target the 2027 production cycle, the silver-starred saloon is positioned to become the alpha in the clubhouse parking lot, offering a combination of executive utility and hypercar-level output.

"Revealed earlier today, the new Concept AMG GT XX previews an upcoming EV saloon from Mercedes-AMG... the Porsche Taycan’s new nemesis."

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Why it matters

As the luxury EV arms race accelerates, Mercedes is pivoting away from mere range efficiency in favor of extreme performance. This 1,340-hp platform establishes a new hierarchy for the electric executive class, bridging the gap between track-day metrics and Monday-morning commutes.

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