Mercedes-AMG GT 53 electric arrives with fake inline-six sound

Mercedes-AMG has launched the GT 53 4-Door Coupé, a more accessible entry point into its new electric super-saloon range that trades outright performance for greater range and a lower price, while piping a synthesised straight-six soundtrack through the cabin.

Unlike the GT 55 and GT 63 above it in the range, the GT 53 uses two electric motors rather than three, giving it four-wheel drive with a combined output of 544bhp and 590lb ft of torque. That is still substantial, and the car reaches 62mph from rest in 3.5 seconds, though that figure is noticeably behind the GT 63's claimed 2.4 seconds. The benefit of the simpler drivetrain is a meaningful boost to range and a lower asking price, making it the version most likely to appeal to buyers who want the AMG badge without the full GT 63 outlay.

The sound design is one of the more talked-about details, according to multiple reports. Because the GT 53 has two motors instead of three, AMG has adjusted the synthesised audio to reflect that, producing what the brand describes as an authentic inline-six character rather than the V8 note used in the more powerful variants. The sound is generated artificially and played through the car's audio system, as is now common across high-performance electric vehicles.

For everyday drivers considering the electric AMG GT 53, the practical takeaways are straightforward: you get a large, fast, four-door saloon-coupé with genuine long-range capability, at a price below the range-topping models, and with a cabin soundtrack that AMG says matches the character of a petrol straight-six. Whether that synthesised experience matters to you is a personal question, but it signals how seriously manufacturers are now treating the sensory side of electric performance cars. If you own any electric or hybrid vehicle and need servicing or an MOT, Garage.co.uk can help you find and book a trusted independent garage near you.