AMG’s hybrid future represents the brand’s commitment to sustainability without compromising performance, showing how both can coexist harmoniously.
AMG’s P2 plug-in hybrid system pairs its V-8 gas engine with an electric motor located on the front axle to increase fuel efficiency while still offering thrilling acceleration – hallmarks of AMG performance.
AMG’s Electrification Strategy
When most people think of AMG cars, their minds usually go straight to V-8 engines under the hood. But AMG’s new CEO Philipp Schiebe says this may no longer be true: customers care more about technology and performance than number of cylinders present in an engine. With that in mind, AMG is working on developing an in-house lithium-ion battery performance hybrid vehicle using four-cylinder technology and developing in-house performance hybrid technology as part of their strategy.
AMG vehicles have long been recognized for their exhilarating acceleration. An electric version could make this possible while still offering all of AMG’s hallmark acceleration; with an anticipated 0-60 time of only 2.8 seconds and top speeds exceeding 180 mph.
The 2025 Mercedes-AMG E 53 Hybrid 4MATIC+ represents the future of high-performance driving. It shows us a world where power doesn’t need to come at the cost of responsibility; where efficiency doesn’t need to come at the price of excitement. Why wait? Visit any Mercedes-Benz dealership near you today and schedule a test drive of this revolutionary hybrid!
AMG’s First Hybrid
AMG’s first hybrid vehicle is an elegant sedan featuring both its V-8 engine and electric motor working together for maximum power production of 843 combined system horsepower – reaching 60mph in just 2.9 seconds!
AMG states that placing its battery pack behind the rear axle allows for optimal weight distribution and instantaneous power delivery, leading to maximum performance and driving dynamics.
AMG also developed its own high-performance battery with twice the energy density of conventional ones, featuring high-quality graphics on the standard Widescreen Cockpit multimedia display to indicate such information as electrical range, drive system rpm, output and torque of electric motor and battery as well as their electrical properties.
AMG remains tight-lipped on future models, but Schiemer anticipates its one-man, one engine philosophy will eventually give way to electric vehicles that retain its signature driving dynamics. He notes “our clients do not share this one-car, one engine mentality; instead they prioritize technology; so when new AMGs become available they will quickly adopt them”.
AMG’s Next Hybrid
The 2025 Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S E PERFORMANCE hybrid SUV marks a first for AMG: merging traditional engine technology with electrical propulsion for greater strength and fuel economy as well as greater driving pleasure than ever before.
This system features a conventional four-cylinder petrol engine paired with an electric motor on the rear axle for instantaneous torque and to propel over 40mph. Furthermore, this motor helps the petrol engine deliver full rated output when necessary on slippery roads, helping deliver instantaneous torque as needed by providing instantaneous braking torque from an instantaneous brake light system.
This system produces up to 804 horsepower and 738 lb-ft of torque – enough for supercar muscle even in its most practical settings. Such performance may cause diehard petrolheads to reconsider electric cars; subscribe to WardsAuto newsletter to stay informed – you’re free and easy to opt-out anytime.
AMG’s Future EVs
Mercedes AMG Performance will soon unveil their inaugural dedicated electric SUV. Equipped with dual electric motors, the Mercedes EQS will provide more than 1000 horsepower when it finally debuts later this year.
Yasa has developed axial flux motors for their SUV that offer up to 30% more torque and double the efficiency of conventional permanently synchronous motors, but are lighter and smaller in design. One motor will be mounted on the rear axle paired with a two-speed transmission to maximize acceleration.
AMG will design their battery pack using technology proven in Formula 1 racecars under extreme conditions to achieve maximum range and power delivery, quickly recharge, recuperate energy when necessary, as well as use active aerodynamic features similar to what they use on F1 cars in order to increase vehicle efficiency.