Is the 2025 AMG GT 63 Coupe the last great V8 before electrification?

As Mercedes-AMG pushes forward with its electrification roadmap, the 2025 AMG GT 63 Coupe stands out not just for its performance credentials but for what it symbolically represents: possibly the last non-electrified, pure V8-powered AMG coupe to roll off the production line.

In a market moving swiftly toward plug-in hybrids and battery-electric drivetrains, the twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 engine in the GT 63 Coupe feels like a roaring holdout. For petrolheads and purists, this model may well be the final chapter in a powertrain lineage that has defined AMG for decades. It’s not just a car — it’s a statement about what performance once was, before software-defined speed replaced handcrafted combustion.

What Does Mercedes-AMG’s Electrification Plan Mean for the V8?

Mercedes-Benz has committed to offering an all-electric lineup “where market conditions allow” by 2030, with AMG models increasingly falling under the company’s broader push toward carbon neutrality. Internally, Mercedes-AMG is expected to phase in electrified drivetrains across all segments by 2026, starting with plug-in hybrids and expanding toward purpose-built EVs based on the AMG.EA platform.

Already, some flagship sedans like the AMG S 63 E PERFORMANCE have begun to adopt a hybrid architecture, combining V8s with electric motors. But with future generations of the AMG GT family rumored to shift toward smaller-displacement engines or full electric setups, the 2025 model year is likely to be a key transition point — and perhaps the last opportunity for buyers to own a “true” AMG V8 without hybrid assistance.

Why Does the 2025 Model Resonate with Performance Traditionalists?

At a time when performance metrics are being increasingly defined by 0–100 kph times enhanced by instant EV torque, the 2025 AMG GT 63 Coupe delivers speed the old-fashioned way: with build-up, character, and a deeply mechanical soul. The engine note from its handcrafted 4.0-liter biturbo V8 is a visceral experience — one that EVs, no matter how fast, have yet to replicate convincingly.

This emotional engagement with the machine is what’s drawing both loyalists and newcomers to the 2025 model. Buyers see it not just as a luxury sports coupe, but as a collectable piece of AMG history. In Arizona markets like Scottsdale, where the GT 63 Coupe is now available through Mercedes-Benz of Scottsdale, dealer sentiment already points to a spike in interest from affluent buyers who view the car as a long-term asset rather than just a short-term indulgence.

What’s Driving the Collector Demand Behind This Generation?

Market data from luxury automotive resellers and auction platforms like Bring a Trailer and RM Sotheby’s show a growing premium on late-stage ICE (internal combustion engine) performance vehicles — especially those with V8 or V12 engines. AMG models from the 2010s have already begun to appreciate in value, and analysts suggest that final-generation V8 AMGs like the 2025 GT 63 could follow a similar path.

This isn’t just nostalgia. There is a growing belief among collectors and driving connoisseurs that the analog feel of these vehicles — the combination of high-displacement engine response, chassis feedback, and hydraulic steering systems — cannot be replicated in the fully electrified age. The GT 63 Coupe, with its blend of old-world engineering and new-age luxury, sits at a sweet spot between legacy and modernity.

How Is AMG Preparing for the Next Phase?

Behind the scenes, Mercedes-AMG is laying the groundwork for its electric evolution through technology partnerships, including with high-performance battery developers and software companies focused on dynamic control systems. The AMG.EA platform, expected to launch in 2026, will underpin future electric sports models, with design cues reportedly inspired by the Vision AMG concept.

However, the company has been careful not to alienate its traditional customer base. Executives have reiterated that future EVs will maintain AMG’s signature performance DNA — emphasizing lateral dynamics, emotional soundscapes (via sound synthesis), and advanced torque vectoring. Still, nothing will replace the guttural tone of a turbocharged V8 at full throttle. The brand may evolve, but that raw auditory presence will be hard to match.

Where Does the GT 63 Fit into Mercedes-AMG’s Long-Term Profit Strategy?

From a business standpoint, the AMG GT 63 Coupe is also important for what it represents financially. AMG models accounted for a disproportionate share of profitability in 2024 for Mercedes-Benz, with strong margins and high customization rates. The 2025 GT 63 is expected to continue this trend, especially in North America and the Middle East, where customer demand for ICE performance vehicles remains resilient.

With an average transaction value well above $170,000 — depending on specification — the GT 63 Coupe serves as both a profit generator and a brand loyalty anchor. As Mercedes invests more in its electric platforms, these ICE flagships help sustain the bottom line while the EV pipeline matures.

What Are Buyers Sacrificing by Waiting for Electrified AMGs?

While upcoming AMG electric models will certainly boast quicker acceleration and more efficient drivetrains, they may lack the mechanical drama, driver input, and “on-the-edge” driving feel that characterize the GT 63. Enthusiasts often describe modern EVs as digital — smooth, silent, and rapid but disconnected.

In contrast, the 2025 GT 63 delivers physicality. The slight lag of a turbo spool, the punch of downshifting through the AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 9-speed gearbox, the controlled aggression of a well-balanced rear differential — these are tactile experiences, not software abstractions. Once they’re gone, they’re gone.

The End of an Era or the Start of a New Collector Wave?

Whether or not the 2025 AMG GT 63 Coupe turns out to be the last great V8 from Mercedes-AMG remains to be seen. But for now, it captures a fleeting moment in automotive history — one where analog precision and digital comfort coexist. It’s a model that connects the brand’s motorsport roots to its software-defined future.

In a world hurtling toward electric monotony, the GT 63 Coupe is a reminder that performance, when done right, isn’t just about numbers — it’s about noise, feel, and legacy. For buyers looking to experience that legacy one last time, this may be their final chance.