New Mercedes-AMG GT 53 4-door coupe has a 6-cylinder soundtrack

Mercedes-AMG has introduced a new, more accessible version of its all-electric GT 4-door coupe, called the GT 53, which drops one of the three motors found in the more powerful variant and replaces real engine noise with a simulated six-cylinder soundtrack played through the car's speakers.

According to multiple reports, the reduction from three motors to two brings the power output down considerably from the 625 hp available in the higher-specification model. The GT 53 is positioned to compete with cars such as the Porsche Taycan 4S, sitting at the more attainable end of the electric performance saloon market. UK pricing has not been confirmed, but multiple reports suggest it could come in at under £100,000 when it arrives in British showrooms.

The artificial sound system is designed to give drivers a sense of engagement that a silent electric powertrain cannot provide on its own. Manufacturers have increasingly turned to synthesised audio to replicate the character of petrol engines, and AMG's choice of a six-cylinder tone reflects the brand's heritage with that configuration. Whether buyers find it convincing or prefer the quiet of a standard EV will likely come down to personal taste.

For everyday drivers considering a move into electric performance cars, the GT 53 represents a meaningful shift in how premium brands are thinking about the transition away from combustion engines. Running costs for an EV of this kind will differ significantly from a petrol equivalent, and anyone weighing up ownership would do well to factor in home charging, insurance and servicing requirements. Independent garages are increasingly equipped to handle electric and hybrid vehicles, and if you want to find a trusted local garage for EV-compatible servicing or general maintenance on any car you already own, Garage.co.uk lets you search for and book an independent garage directly for MOTs, servicing and repairs.