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After the presentation of the CLA concept and the announcement of a smaller version of the G-Class, Mercedes presented another car, but this time it is a powerful sports plug-in hybrid, the Mercedes AMG GT Concept E Performance.

The AMG GT Concept E Performance is powered by a 4.0-liter V8 twin-tube engine combined with an electric motor, with a total power of more than 800 hp (588 kW), which is more than the AMG GT Black Series (720 hp). Specifications have not been released, but it should be noted that the GT63 S four-door coupe E Performance with 831 hp (611 kW) and the S63 E Performance with 791 hp (582 kW) have a similar powertrain. It sits on 21″ wheels wrapped in 295/30 ZR 21 Michelin Pilot Sport S tires.

The car attracted the attention of all visitors, and at first glance one cannot notice a big difference compared to the Mercedes-AMG GT. A combination of black and red adorns the exterior of this racer that comes with an optional rear wing and carbon-ceramic brakes with gold brake calipers. The charging port is located on the rear bumper.

Source: Mercedes

After improving the performance of the Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series last year, German tuner OPUS Automotive is now back with an improved version of the GT R called the R777 GT R.

The car is equipped with improved suspension that provides better stability in all driving situations, rear spoiler like the one used by AMG GT4 race cars which increases downforce, carbon front vents (which makes the front of the car look even more aggressive), improved brake cooling system, brake calipers high performance, and 19 inch and 20 inch wheels wrapped in Michelin Cup2 R tires.

The R777 GT is powered by a 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine with 777 hp (571 kW) and 625 lb-ft (847 Nm) of torque. This is a significant increase in power compared to the base model, which has 577 hp (424 kW) and 516 lb-ft (700 Nm) of torque. This has been achieved through the installation of improved turbochargers, sports catalysts, improved intercoolers and new engine and transmission software. Opus pointed out that torque is limited due to the durability of the drive.