Mercedes was quick to remind everyone of the privileges of Formula 1 driver status: on the eve of his second season in the elite, Kimi Antonelli received from his team a brand new Mercedes-AMG GT 63 Pro 4Matic+, estimated at nearly 280,000 euros.
Mercedes is advancing under cover…but confidently.
On the track, the signs are already positive. Winter testing in Barcelona went smoothly for the Team de Toto wolff, with nearly 500 cumulative laps for Antonelli et George RussellReliability, mileage, and initial discussions about a possible engine advantage place the German team in the role of unofficial favorite as the 2026 season approaches.
Unveiled on the team's social media, the company car ofAntonelli does not go unnoticed. The GT 63 sports the same black paint as the 2026 single-seater, adorned with logos Mercedes Benz and touches of turquoise reminiscent of the universe PETRONAS that holds the top spot. " New year, new company car for Kimi Antonelli "That's all," the team simply summarized.
Under the hood, the specifications are impressive: 603 horsepower, a top speed of 317 km/h, and a 0 to 100 km/h time of 3,2 seconds. All of this sits on 21-inch matte black forged AMG wheels with a turquoise stripe.
Antonelli et Mercedes Benz will get to the heart of the matter right from the Australian Grand PrixThe first race of the season, following two test sessions in Bahrain in February. On and off the track, the message is clear: Mercedes believes in its young driver and doesn't hesitate to show it.
