Hidden features and retrofits for the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT (X290) 2018–

Change units (kW/hp, bar/psi, °C)

Power, tyre pressure, temperature and consumption are shown in the units you are used to, for example on an imported car.

Condition: NTG5.5 / MBUX 1 (NTG6)

Likely15 minPrice on request

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Digital cockpit layouts

Different looks for the Active Info Display, such as a carbon background, a sporty layout or a different speedometer scale.

Only with Active Info Display; available layouts vary by software version.

Condition: MBUX 1 (NTG6)

Likely15 minPrice on request

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Infotainment start-up logo

Choose a different start-up screen for the infotainment system, for example the logo of a sporty version or of the sound system.

Display only; nothing changes technically.

Condition: NTG5 / MBUX 1

Likely15 minPrice on request

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Skip MBUX legal disclaimer

Shorten or skip the MBUX or COMAND start / legal disclaimer. Mercedes W205 W213 W177.

Checked at diagnosisPrice on request

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Video in motion

Videos and images from a USB stick or SD card stay visible on the screen while the car is moving, so the passenger can watch.

For the passenger only. The driver must not watch video while driving.

Condition: NTG5.5 / MBUX 1 (NTG6)

Likely15 minPrice on request

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Link ambient lighting to drive mode

The ambient lighting colour changes with the selected drive mode, for example red in Sport.

Condition: MBUX 1 (NTG6)

Likely30 minPrice on request

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Daytime running lights – adjust in menu

The daytime running lights appear as a setting in the vehicle menu, so their behaviour can be chosen deliberately. The final setting is agreed in the workshop.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.

Condition: MBUX 1 (NTG6)

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

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High-beam assistant release

High beam switches on and off automatically depending on oncoming and preceding traffic. The activation speed can also be adjusted.

Only works with the camera behind the windscreen; we check this first.

Condition: Cars with LED headlights and a front camera; activation in the instrument cluster

Likely15 minPrice on request

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Ambient lighting with 64 colours

If the car has factory ambient lighting with a limited number of colours, the full palette of 64 colours can be made available.

Condition: Cars with RGB ambient LEDs or retrofit of the multi-colour package

Likely30 minPrice on request

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Comfort-indicator flash count

A short tap on the indicator stalk gives the number of flashes you prefer, for example five instead of three when changing lanes.

Condition: NTG5.5 / MBUX 1

Likely15 minPrice on request

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Seat heating temperature adjustment

Adjusts how warm the seat heating levels get, for example a little warmer on the highest setting.

We stay within safe factory values.

Condition: MBUX 1 (NTG6)

Likely15 minPrice on request

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Start-stop – remember last setting

The car remembers whether you had switched the start-stop system off, so you do not need to press the button on every trip. The final setting is agreed together.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.

Condition: ICE and hybrid models; not applicable to EQ cars

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

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Alarm and interior monitoring settings

Adjusts the alarm or interior monitoring, for example if you often leave a pet in the car or use a car wash.

Check your insurance conditions first.

Condition: MBUX 1 (NTG6)

Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request

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Indicator flash on lock and unlock

The indicators confirm locking and unlocking, so you can see from a distance that the car is locked.

Condition: NTG5.5 / MBUX 1

Likely15 minPrice on request

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Switch off artificial engine sound

The extra sound through the speakers can be switched off for a quieter cabin, or back on. Only possible when it was fitted at the factory.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.

Condition: AMG variants

Checked at diagnosis15 minAgreed in the workshop

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Air recirculation – remember setting

Remembers whether recirculation was on, so you do not need to set it again on every drive.

Condition: MBUX 2/3 (NTG7): online-signed coding (SCN, stable internet), available options depend on software level / MBUX 1 (NTG6)

Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request

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Lane assist – remember last setting

Preferably the car remembers whether lane assist was on or off when you switched off. Other variants are discussed in the workshop.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.

Condition: MBUX 1 (NTG6)

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

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Speed warning – adjust

Sets or adjusts the warning at a chosen speed, for example 120 km/h. We agree the right setting together.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.

Condition: NTG5.5 / MBUX 1

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

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Brake lights flash in an emergency stop

In an emergency stop the brake lights flash rapidly so traffic behind you is warned earlier.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.

Condition: MBUX 2/3 (NTG7): online-signed coding (SCN, stable internet), available options depend on software level / MBUX 1 (NTG6)

Checked at diagnosis15 minAgreed in the workshop

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Seatbelt reminder – adjust

The seatbelt reminder can be set differently, for example for work where you often get in and out briefly. We discuss which setting suits you in the workshop.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.

Condition: NTG5.5 / MBUX 1

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

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AMG menu and performance screens in MBUX

MBUX gets the AMG performance pages with a g-force meter, engine data and power display. Useful to see what the car is doing.

Condition: MBUX 1 (NTG6); AMG variants

Likely30 minPrice on request

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AMG Race and Drift mode

On suitable AMG models, Race and/or Drift mode is added to the drive programs. Intended for track use.

Intended for use on closed tracks only.

Condition: AMG variants with AWD; availability depends on hardware

Checked at diagnosis45 minPrice on request

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Remember driving profile

The car starts in the last chosen driving profile instead of always in Comfort or Eco.

According to sources, Go-Kart mode cannot be chosen as the default.

Condition: AMG variants and Dynamic Select cars

Likely15 minPrice on request

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Driving profile selection on the screen

Driving profiles such as Eco, Normal, Sport and Individual become visible and adjustable via the infotainment screen.

Availability depends on engine, gearbox and equipment.

Condition: AMG variants and Dynamic Select cars

Likely15 minPrice on request

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ESP Sport / handling mode Mercedes

Code ESP Sport or a sharper handling line. Not a public-road safety delete.

Checked at diagnosisPrice on request

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Exhaust flap behaviour

Opening and closing of the exhaust flap follows the chosen driving profile more clearly, for example quieter in Comfort.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.

Condition: Cars with switchable exhaust (AMG)

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

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Laptimer and performance measurement

A stopwatch for lap times in the instrument cluster, operated with the steering-wheel buttons. Fun for track days.

Intended for track use.

Condition: NTG5.5 / MBUX 1; AMG variants

Likely15 minPrice on request

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