The Porsche 911 GT3 has been a benchmark in the sports car world, known for delivering an unmatched combination of racing pedigree and everyday usability. Since its debut in 1999, the GT3 has earned a special place among driving enthusiasts. Now, to celebrate its 25th anniversary, Porsche is making history by introducing the new 911 GT3 in two distinct versions simultaneously—a track-focused model with a rear wing and a more refined variant featuring the Touring package. This double release offers enthusiasts the perfect blend of adrenaline-pumping performance and elegant design, tailored to meet their specific needs and preferences.
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Porsche’s 911 GT3: Racing Spirit Meets the Road
In this landmark year, Porsche has reimagined the 911 GT3, an exceptionally track-ready road sports car. The new model emphasizes a lightweight design philosophy, powered by a 4.0-litre naturally aspirated boxer engine that generates 375 kW (510 PS) and 450 Nm of torque. The introduction of the Weissach package, available for the first time on the 911 GT3, opens up even more possibilities for customization, especially for those looking to push their cars on the track. Additionally, the sports car comes with an extensive array of standard equipment and options designed to heighten its precision and athletic character.
Modern Styling and Aerodynamic Excellence
The new 911 GT3 models boast a sharpened, aerodynamic design with enhancements at both the front and rear. In both variants, a re-contoured front diffuser, a refined spoiler lip, and modified fins on the underbody work together to boost downforce and optimize airflow. Redesigned Matrix LED headlights, available with an optional white accent ring, elegantly integrate all the light functions, eliminating the need for additional lights in the front apron. This allows for a larger air inlet area, giving the car a clean, structured look. At the rear, the GT3 features a redesigned diffuser, air inlets, and a rear lid, while the rear wing now has new angled sideplates that enhance aerodynamic efficiency.
In a nod to its racing roots, the 911 GT3 incorporates specially designed, aerodynamically optimized trailing arms with a teardrop profile on its double-wishbone front axle. This setup enhances downforce within the wheel arches and improves brake cooling, critical for high-speed stability. To maintain downforce balance between the front and rear axles, even when braking from high speeds, Porsche engineers have fine-tuned the suspension to reduce pitching, or antidive. The lower ball joint on the front axle’s trailing arm has been adjusted for better handling, a technique derived from the 911 GT3 RS. The new 911 GT3 comes equipped with 255/35 ZR 20 tires in the front and 315/30 ZR 21 tires in the rear, offering improved wet grip. For those seeking maximum performance, track-ready tires with road approval are also available as an option.
Touring Package: Available from Launch with Classic Elegance
In a significant shift, Porsche is making the popular Touring package available right from the initial market launch. This variant pays homage to the 1973 911 Carrera RS 2.7, a name that has been part of the GT3 lineup since 2017. The new 911 GT3 with Touring package distinguishes itself with a “911 GT3 Touring” logo on the rear lid grille, highlighting its unique status. The Touring model omits the fixed rear wing, preserving the 911’s timelessly elegant silhouette. Instead, an extendable rear spoiler with a tear-off edge—known as the Gurney flap—maintains aerodynamic balance. The underbody fins are also adapted for smooth airflow.
Inside, the Touring package offers a high-quality leather interior, emphasizing a classic sporty atmosphere. For the first time, customers can opt for a rear seat system in the Touring model, making the GT3 more versatile for daily drives. Walter Röhrl, a Porsche brand ambassador, praises the GT3’s refined steering, which provides a more composed response at the center without sacrificing directness. The shorter gear ratio enhances the driving experience, especially on winding country roads, adding to the model’s appeal.
Lightweight Design Philosophy: Agility and Precision
The new 911 GT3 embraces a comprehensive lightweight design strategy to ensure agile and precise handling. A new silver-colored lightweight aluminum wheel reduces unsprung weight by more than 1.5 kilograms compared to the previous model, enhancing responsiveness. For even greater weight savings, the Weissach package or the Leichtbau (lightweight) package offers optional magnesium wheels, which shed an additional 9 kilograms. A 40 Ah lithium-ion lightweight battery further contributes to the GT3’s lean profile, trimming off around 4 kilograms. In its lightest configuration, the GT3 weighs just 1,420 kilograms, maintaining a lean and agile profile that drivers will appreciate.
Enhanced Engine and Shorter Gear Ratios
At the heart of the new 911 GT3 lies a high-revving 4.0-litre naturally aspirated engine. To meet modern, stringent emission standards, it features two particulate filters and four catalytic converters, resulting in an effective emission control system that doesn’t compromise on sound. Engine optimizations include revised cylinder heads and sharper camshafts, borrowed from the GT3 RS, to deliver dynamic performance, particularly in the upper engine-speed range.
The engine’s impressive 375 kW (510 PS) output enables a power-to-weight ratio of just 2.8 kg/PS in its lightest configuration, ensuring rapid acceleration and high-speed prowess. Both the 7-speed dual-clutch transmission (PDK) and the 6-speed GT manual transmission are available for the 911 GT3 and the Touring package, each featuring a final drive ratio that is 8% shorter than in the previous model. This shorter gearing enhances acceleration and makes for a more exhilarating driving experience. With PDK, the 911 GT3 sprints from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.4 seconds and reaches a top speed of 311 km/h. The manual gearbox achieves a 3.9-second sprint to 100 km/h and tops out at 313 km/h.
Advanced Suspension and Enhanced Track Performance
On the racetrack, the new 911 GT3 delivers unparalleled control, thanks to optimized damper tuning that allows it to maintain better stability when driving over bumps and curbs. The anti-dive system effectively reduces pitching under braking, keeping the car balanced in all conditions. This refined suspension setup ensures that the GT3 stays planted during high-speed maneuvers, making it a formidable companion on circuits. Porsche ambassador Jörg Bergmeister lauds the car’s steady handling and its ability to maintain balance, even in demanding track conditions.
Cutting-Edge Sports Bucket Seat for Racetrack Comfort
Drivers who prioritize weight reduction can opt for the new lightweight sports bucket seat, featuring a carbon-fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) seat shell with a folding backrest. The seat includes an integrated thorax airbag and electric height adjustment, with an optional three-stage seat heater. A removable headrest pad improves helmet ergonomics during track use. The seat’s backrest folds via a convenient loop mechanism, providing access to the optional rear seat system, available for the first time in the Touring package. Alternatively, Adaptive Sports Seats Plus with 18-way electric adjustment are also on offer.
Exclusive Equipment Packages: Weissach, Leichtbau, and Clubsport
For even more personalization, Porsche offers several special packages tailored to the driving needs of each customer. The Weissach package makes the 911 GT3 even more track-oriented, featuring CFRP components like anti-roll bars, coupling rods, and shear panels on the rear axle, as well as a CFRP roof, mirror shells, and airblades. The package also includes a CFRP roll cage and magnesium forged wheels for weight savings, while the interior benefits from added leather and Race-Tex finishes. The dashboard’s upper side is covered in anti-glare Race-Tex, aligning with the GT3’s motorsport spirit.
The Leichtbau package, available for the Touring model, focuses on lightweight design. It includes CFRP elements such as a roof painted in the car’s exterior color, as well as magnesium wheels and lightweight door panels. A unique “Leichtbau” plaque is placed in front of the gear lever, indicating the model’s focus on reducing weight.
For track enthusiasts, the Clubsport package is available at no additional cost for the winged GT3 version. It includes a bolted steel roll cage, a six-point harness for the driver, and a handheld fire extinguisher, reinforcing the GT3’s racing capabilities. The lightweight sports bucket seats are required for this package, emphasizing the track-oriented setup.
A Timepiece for GT3 Owners: The Exclusive 911 GT3 Chronograph
Porsche Design introduces an exclusive timepiece for 911 GT3 and 911 GT3 Touring owners—a watch that captures the essence of these high-performance machines. The 911 GT3 chronograph features a COSC-certified Porsche Design WERK 01.200 movement with a flyback function, housed in an ultra-lightweight titanium case. Inspired by the GT3’s design, the watch dial includes yellow accents and a hexagonal structure reminiscent of the car’s instrument panel, while the winding rotor mimics the design of the GT3 rims. The dial ring can be customized to match the exterior color of the owner’s GT3, including options from the Paint to Sample program. The band, crafted from original Porsche interior leather, ensures a perfect match with the car’s interior.
Order Your Porsche 911 GT3
The new Porsche 911 GT3 and the 911 GT3 with Touring package will be available for order from the end of the year. These new models offer a unique blend of track-ready performance, refined design, and bespoke customization options,
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