Mercedes-Benz AMG GT C190
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
476–612 PS
4.0L V8 BiTurbo AMG Benzin
585 hp four-door — pure AMG without E-Class compromise
Legendary!525–585 PS
5.5L V8 BiTurbo Benzin
11 weaknesses
Stay Away!Generations
Engine Overview
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT C190 is available with 6 engine variants — from 367 to 630 hp. 2 variants had engine changes — the model year is crucial.
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT (Benziner, 462–476 PS) comes with 2 different engines: M178 (2015–2017, Be Careful) und M178 (2017–2021, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the AMG GT!
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Black Series (Benziner, 730 PS) has the M178 (4.0L V8 BiTurbo AMG GT) — rated: "Be Careful", 8 known weaknesses.
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT C (Benziner, 557 PS) has the M178 (4.0L V8 BiTurbo AMG GT) — rated: "Be Careful", 8 known weaknesses.
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT R (Benziner, 585 PS) has the M178 (4.0L V8 BiTurbo AMG GT) — rated: "Be Careful", 8 known weaknesses.
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT R PRO (Benziner, 585 PS) has the M178 (4.0L V8 BiTurbo AMG GT) — rated: "Be Careful", 8 known weaknesses.
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT S (Benziner, 510–522 PS) comes with 2 different engines: M178 (2015–2017, Be Careful) und M178 (2017–2021, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the AMG GT S!
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| DCT gearbox early failure The dual-clutch gearboxes on early C190 models (2015–2017) could not cope with the enormous torque and sometimes had to be replaced in under 20,000 km. Symptoms: Jerking when pulling away, abrupt neutral engagement, uncontrolled revving from 18,000 km | High | |
| Premature Dual Clutch Gearbox Failure Early C190 production vehicles showed gearbox failures sometimes before 20,000 km due to excessive torque. Synchroniser rings wear quickly; clunking when shifting from D to R is a typical symptom. Repair only possible at AMG. Symptoms: Metallic bang when shifting from D to R, especially cold; gear judder; abrupt neutral engagement while driving from 25,000 km | High |
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Known Problems and Issues
A total of 54 weaknesses have been documented for the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT C190 (2015–2021) — 48 engine-related and 6 vehicle-related. One problem engine: M157 (5.5L V8 BiTurbo). Typical issues affect Gearbox, Steering, Interior, Electronics.
AMG GT (M178, 2015–2017) — Be Careful: DCT Gearbox Early Failure — First Generation, Turbocharger Wear Under Intensive Track Use, Ignition Coil Failure — Service Campaign 2018–2019. Power: 462 PS.
AMG GT (M178, 2015–2017) — Be Careful: DCT Gearbox Early Failure — First Generation, Turbocharger Wear Under Intensive Track Use, Ignition Coil Failure — Service Campaign 2018–2019. Power: 510 PS.
AMG GT (M178, 2017–2021) — Be Careful: DCT Gearbox Early Failure — First Generation, Turbocharger Wear Under Intensive Track Use, Ignition Coil Failure — Service Campaign 2018–2019. Power: 476 PS.
AMG GT (M178, 2017–2021) — Be Careful: DCT Gearbox Early Failure — First Generation, Turbocharger Wear Under Intensive Track Use, Ignition Coil Failure — Service Campaign 2018–2019. Power: 522 PS.
AMG GT (M178, 2017–2021) — Be Careful: DCT Gearbox Early Failure — First Generation, Turbocharger Wear Under Intensive Track Use, Ignition Coil Failure — Service Campaign 2018–2019. Power: 557 PS.
AMG GT (M178, 2017–2021) — Be Careful: DCT Gearbox Early Failure — First Generation, Turbocharger Wear Under Intensive Track Use, Ignition Coil Failure — Service Campaign 2018–2019. Power: 585 PS.
AMG GT (M177, 2018–2025) — Be Careful: MCT Gearbox — Clutch Wears in City Traffic, Camshaft Adjuster Solenoid Draws Oil into Wiring Harness, Camshaft Cover Gasket Leaking — Hot-V Area. Power: 585 PS.
AMG GT (M177, 2018–2025) — Be Careful: MCT Gearbox — Clutch Wears in City Traffic, Camshaft Adjuster Solenoid Draws Oil into Wiring Harness, Camshaft Cover Gasket Leaking — Hot-V Area. Power: 639 PS.
AMG GT (M177, 2018–2026) — Be Careful: MCT Gearbox — Clutch Wears in City Traffic, Camshaft Adjuster Solenoid Draws Oil into Wiring Harness, Camshaft Cover Gasket Leaking — Hot-V Area. Power: 530 PS.
AMG GT (M178, 2020–2021) — Be Careful: DCT Gearbox Early Failure — First Generation, Turbocharger Wear Under Intensive Track Use, Ignition Coil Failure — Service Campaign 2018–2019. Power: 730 PS.
AMG GT (M256, 2018–2025) — Be Careful: 48V ISG Battery Failure, Camshaft Adjuster Solenoid Leaking — Oil in Wiring Harness, Elevated Oil Consumption at Higher Mileage. Power: 367 PS.
AMG GT (M256, 2018–2025) — Be Careful: 48V ISG Battery Failure, Camshaft Adjuster Solenoid Leaking — Oil in Wiring Harness, Elevated Oil Consumption at Higher Mileage. Power: 435 PS.
What to watch out for with the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.
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Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee