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The 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT R is a high-performance, rear-wheel-drive passenger car powered by a 4.0L V8 engine with 577 horsepower. It features advanced safety systems like Dynamic Brake Support, Forward Collision Warning, and a Backup Camera. The vehicle boasts a top speed of 198 MPH and comes with luxurious amenities, including optional Blind Spot Warning and standard Parking Assist. With a base price of $157,000, it embodies the pinnacle of German engineering and design.

Decoded VIN:

Make

MERCEDES-BENZ

Manufacturer Name

MERCEDES-BENZ CARS

Model

AMG GT

Model Year

2018

Plant City

SINDELFINGEN

Series

AMG GT R

Vehicle Type

PASSENGER CAR

Plant Country

GERMANY

Note

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Base Price ($)

157000

Body Class

Coupe

Doors

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From

Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Wheel Base (inches) From

103.5

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating To

Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Number of Wheels

Wheel Size Front (inches)

Wheel Size Rear (inches)

Steering Location

Left-Hand Drive (LHD)

Number of Seats

Number of Seat Rows

Transmission Style

Automated Manual Transmission (AMT)

Transmission Speeds

Drive Type

RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive

Axles

Engine Number of Cylinders

Displacement (CC)

4000.0

Displacement (CI)

244.09497637892

Displacement (L)

4.0

Engine Stroke Cycles

Engine Model

M178

Fuel Type - Primary

Gasoline

Valve Train Design

Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)

Engine Configuration

V-Shaped

Engine Brake (hp) From

577

Cooling Type

Water

Other Engine Info

DIRECT FUEL INJECTION

Turbo

Yes

Top Speed (MPH)

198

Engine Manufacturer

Daimler

Pretensioner

Yes

Seat Belt Type

Manual

Other Restraint System Info

Type 2 seat belts with load limiters and pretensioners for driver and front passenger.

Front Air Bag Locations

1st Row (Driver and Passenger)

Side Air Bag Locations

1st Row (Driver and Passenger)

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Standard

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

Standard

Traction Control

Standard

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Type

Direct

Active Safety System Note

Attention Assist, Adaptive Braking Technology: Predictive Brake Priming, Automatic Brake Drying, Hill-Start Assist, Emergency-sensing Brake Assist

Keyless Ignition

Standard

Crash Imminent Braking (CIB)

Standard

Blind Spot Warning (BSW)

Optional

Forward Collision Warning (FCW)

Standard

Lane Keeping Assistance (LKA)

Optional

Backup Camera

Standard

Parking Assist

Standard

Dynamic Brake Support (DBS)

Standard

Automatic Crash Notification (ACN) / Advanced Automatic Crash Notification (AACN)

Standard

Daytime Running Light (DRL)

Standard

Semiautomatic Headlamp Beam Switching

Standard

Most common problems:

Oil leaks

Due to the V-shaped configuration and high performance, the M178 engine can develop oil leaks at the valve covers and gaskets.

Turbocharger issues

The M178 engine is twin-turbocharged, which can lead to issues like turbo lag, turbo failure, or oil contamination within the turbos.

Timing chain wear

Over time, the timing chain can stretch or wear out, leading to potential engine timing issues and the need for replacement.

High oil consumption

This engine may experience higher oil consumption, requiring frequent oil level checks and top-ups.

Carbon build-up

Direct fuel injection can lead to carbon build-up on intake valves, affecting engine performance and requiring periodic cleaning.

Cooling system problems

The high-performance nature of the engine can lead to cooling system issues, such as radiator or water pump failures.

Fuel injector failure

Direct fuel injection systems can experience fuel injector issues, including clogging or failure, leading to misfires or reduced performance.

Electrical issues

High-tech components and sensors in the AMG GT can develop electrical problems, affecting engine management and performance.

Exhaust system problems

The high-performance exhaust system can develop issues like cracks, leaks, or failures in the catalytic converters or mufflers.

Transmission problems

Although not directly related to the engine, the high torque output can stress the transmission, leading to potential gearbox or clutch issues.

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