The Mercedes-AMG GT family is preparing for a new chapter, and it’s one that sounds like a thunderclap from Affalterbach. Enter the Mercedes-AMG GT Track Sport, a newly teased, track-focused evolution of the AMG GT Coupe. Cloaked in concept status but brimming with intent, this model is gunning squarely for the Porsche 911 GT3 RS. And if the Nürburgring isn’t its playground, it’s certainly its proving ground.
V8 Power Returns, Track Credentials Rise
AMG’s statement is clear: the GT Track Sport is being developed “to set new record times.” There’s no need to decode the language, this car is built to break lap records, particularly at the Nürburgring Nordschleife, where numbers become legends.
Under the long, low hood lies AMG’s signature 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8, likely a refined version of what currently powers the GT55 and GT63 trims. That means expected outputs between 469 HP and 603 HP in standard forms, but this model may stretch those numbers. If AMG pulls influence from the GT63 S E Performance hybrid system, the Track Sport could approach or exceed 805 horsepower, though this is speculative for now.
Notably, no electrification has been confirmed, and early teasers suggest the focus leans toward lightweight analogue purity rather than battery-boosted lap times.
Exterior
The GT Track Sport, even in teaser form, is unashamedly extroverted. Its massive swan-neck rear wing, oversized front splitter, and extended side skirts give away its intentions. The visual cues draw a straight line to the paddock at Hockenheim or Spa.
Carbon fibre likely dominates much of the bodywork and aerodynamic hardware. The wide, squared-off stance and camouflaged prototype hint at a revised suspension setup, likely with track-optimised adaptive dampers, lower ride height, and possibly coil-over configurability.
Chassis & Suspension: GT3 Genes
While Mercedes-AMG has not released technical specifications, the Track Sport almost certainly ditches the standard GT Coupe’s adaptive air suspension in favour of a mechanically simpler, stiffer setup, closer to what’s used in the AMG GT3 race cars.
Expect lightweight forged wheels, carbon ceramic brakes, track alignment geometry, and reduced sound deadening. Rear-wheel steering may stay, but with a sharper calibration. Overall, the chassis will lean toward track duty first, grand touring second.
This model likely drops the 2+2 seating layout, opting instead for two dedicated bucket seats with integrated headrests, racing harness support, and fixed backrests. Any resemblance to a daily driver is likely to be cosmetic at best.
Interior
No official interior images have been released, but one can infer from the car’s mission what to expect inside. The GT Track Sport will likely borrow from GT3 customer race cars, offering AMG Performance bucket seats, Alcantara-wrapped surfaces, and minimal infotainment distractions.
Expect weight-saving omissions: no rear seats, minimal sound insulation, and likely optional A/C and infotainment. A roll cage or rear strut brace could be standard, depending on homologation. Analogue toggle switches, quick-access drive mode selectors, and integrated lap-timing software should round out the cockpit. This won’t be a place for luxury cruising. It’s a cockpit, not a lounge.
Aerodynamics & Downforce
The swan-neck wing isn’t just visual drama, it’s an aerodynamic purpose. By suspending the wing from the top, air flows cleanly under the surface, increasing effective downforce. Paired with the aggressive front splitter, revised underbody panels, and likely vented fenders and hood, this GT Track Sport is being shaped to stick, not slide.
Expect active aerodynamics as well, including adjustable flaps or diffuser elements, helping balance the car across high- and low-speed corners.
Positioning: Porsche GT3 RS Rival
Mercedes-AMG has made no secret of its target: the Porsche 911 GT3 RS. And that’s a tall order. The GT3 RS is a benchmark in track-focused, road-legal performance, known for scalpel-sharp feedback and unfiltered dynamics.
If the AMG GT Track Sport aims to compete on equal terms, it will need not just power but poise. That means lightweight materials, telemetry integration, and a driving experience that’s raw but rewarding. Based on AMG’s GT4 and GT3 customer race programs, the DNA exists, it’s a matter of translating it for the street.
Production Plans & Launch Window
Mercedes currently labels the GT Track Sport as a “concept,” but internal language points toward a production future. The brand says it represents a “glimpse into the future of the AMG GT family,” suggesting it is more than a design study.
If AMG follows its usual timeline, a limited production model could launch in late 2025 or early 2026, possibly under a ‘Black Series’ or special Track Edition badge. Given Mercedes’ historic aversion to producing high volumes of track models, expect limited allocation, bespoke ordering, and high demand.
Expected Pricing
Pricing has not been announced. However, considering the 2025 AMG GT63 S E Performance starts north of AED 730,000, a track-special model with carbon fibre aero, a revised suspension, and possible exclusivity could command AED 850,000 to AED 1 million, depending on spec.
That puts it squarely in line with the Porsche 911 GT3 RS, Lamborghini Huracán Tecnica, and McLaren Artura Track Pack.
Conclusion
The Mercedes-AMG GT Track Sport is shaping up to be more than just a high-powered showpiece. It’s a response, a track-focused, V8-powered, aero-laden answer to one of the most competitive segments in performance motoring. With AMG’s motorsport pedigree and commitment to Nürburgring excellence, the Track Sport could very well mark a new chapter in the brand’s increasingly aggressive performance portfolio. As always, the lap time will tell.
