Mercedes-AMG has expanded itsGT convertible portfolio with a new GT S derivative. Herewith some details.

The Mercedes-AMG GT family has grown considerably and now comprisesfour two-door coupés, three roadsters, two customer sports racing cars and three four-door coupés. This new GT S Roadster slots between the baby AMG GT Roadster and the potent AMG GT C Roadster. In comparison to the entry-level roadster, the GT S feaatures uprated performance, suspension, brakes and trim.

"With the AMG GT S Roadster, our AMG GT family has gained another exceptionally sporty member that combines high driving dynamics with an emotional open-air experience," says Tobias Moers, Chairman of Mercedes-AMG GmbH. "The new model represents the perfect alternative for the performance-oriented AMG GT Roadster customer."

Under that long bonnet is the potent 4.0-litre biturbo V8 motor, but in GT S application, outputs are ramped up to 384 kW and 670 Nm, with all that shove available from 1 900 rpm. If you bury the throttle from standstill, Mercedes-AMG claims you'll blitz to 100 kph in 3.8 seconds and max out at 308 kph. Power goes to the rear wheels via a 7-speed AMG Speedshift DCT 'box. The AMG GT S rides on 19-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels, wrapped in255/35 R 19 and 295/35 R 19 at the front and rear respectively.

Adaptive damping is fitted as standard, as is an electronically controlled differential. In terms of stopping power, you can opt for ceramic brakes, but the standard AMG composite units should be plenty if you're not taking your AMG GT S to the track. In the cabin, the AMG GT S Roadster features the AMG Silver Chrome Interior package as standard, giving the interior an upmarket finish.

Mercedes-AMG says the new GT S Roadster is available to order right now, with a market launch in July 2018.

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