The Brabus 1000 is a modified version of the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance, upgraded with a larger twin-turbo V8 and paired with the original hybrid system. It produces 1,000hp and features extensive changes to the exterior, interior, and mechanical setup. While based on an existing AMG model, the Brabus 1000 pushes performance and design to more extreme levels, targeting a niche audience looking for something beyond the standard offering.
Supercar-Level Hybrid Performance for the AMG GT
Compared to the standard AMG GT 63 S E Performance, the Brabus 1000 takes things to another level. Under the bonnet, it’s now packing a heavily modified 4.5-litre twin-turbo V8—up from the original 4.0 litres—tied to AMG’s electric rear axle. All in, you’re looking at 1,000bhp (735kW) and a hefty 1,620Nm of torque. Brabus is actually holding back—it's been limited from 1,820Nm to avoid shredding the nine-speed Speedshift MCT gearbox.
As you’d expect, it’s quick. Really quick. It dashes from 0–62mph in just 2.6 seconds—shaving 0.2 seconds off the base model’s time. Top speed? Electronically limited to 198mph (320km/h), which still firmly puts it among the quickest four-doors you’ll see out on the road.
Electrification Meets Brabus Engineering
This isn't your typical Brabus job where they just crank up the engine. Here, they’ve worked smoothly with the hybrid bits AMG already put in. The electric side of things is unchanged from the original car, still putting out 204hp through a two-speed gearbox on the rear axle and powered by a lithium-ion battery.
It’s not just for show either—the electric side makes a real difference, giving you instant torque and a bit more efficiency when you’re not gunning it. We don’t yet have full battery details, but Brabus is calling this build “the next evolution of hybrid high performance,” which does sound about right.
Carbon Fibre Dominates the Resculpted Exterior
Looks-wise, the Brabus 1000 goes as hard as it does in numbers. There’s carbon fibre everywhere, and it’s not just for looks—it shouts performance. The redesigned aero kit includes new grille inserts, bigger splitters, chunkier spoilers, and a proper rear wing, all finished in exposed carbon.
It rolls on special Brabus wheels—21 inches up front, 22 at the rear—which absolutely fill out the arches and help the stance look properly mean. The adjustable suspension gives the car a planted feel too, though we’re not sure yet if it links up properly with AMG’s usual hydraulic setup. Either way, it's been dialled in for both everyday roads and more spirited stuff.
Ultra-Premium Price Reflects Performance and Exclusivity
It’s not cheap—£386,000, to be exact. That’s well past the sticker of the original AMG GT 63 S E Performance, which starts at over £185,000 without any tweaks. But you are getting a car that’s been rebuilt inside and out with a ton of custom work and very limited production numbers.
As you'd guess, it's nowhere near qualifying for any UK EV incentives, like the updated scheme that came in July 2025. Those discounts are more about pushing mainstream EVs, and this beast—priced like a house and built in Germany—is in a category of its own.
