Skip advert
Advertisement

New Porsche 911 GT3 RS facelift looks at home on the Nurburgring

Porsche’s most track-orientated 911 has been caught testing ahead of its mid-life update

As evidenced by its fourth-spot on the fastest Nurburgring lap times list, the current-generation 911 GT3 RS is pretty handy around a track, but Porsche is intent on improving its most extreme 911 even further. We caught the facelifted 911 GT3 RS testing ahead of an expected reveal later this year. 

Advertisement - Article continues below

The updated 992 generation 911 (named 992.2), was revealed in May this year and for the first time ever, Porsche’s legendary sports car gained hybrid power. The updated 911 GT3 RS will stick with a good old-fashioned naturally-aspirated engine in the shape of the 4.0-litre flat-six from which Porsche managed to coax 14bhp more power than the unit delivers in the GT3. That means a total power output of 518bhp with 465Nm of torque

We don’t expect any massive gains in power for the updated GT3 RS, instead Porsche will probably tweak the car’s already monstrous aerodynamics to add even more downforce than the 860kg generated by the current version. The front end of the test car we spied doesn’t look any different from the current model - to the rear we see cladding around the wheels, suggesting the air outlets may be redesigned. The diffuser will also be restyled which could result in further changes to the massive rear swan-neck spoiler. 

Changes from the newly facelifted 911 range should feature on the GT3 RS, too. Among these we expect new headlights and rear lights, plus a new selection of colours for the wheels and exterior bodywork. A new fully-digital instrument cluster arrived on the facelifted 911 this year - replacing the analogue rev-counter that has been a staple of the 911’s interior since it arrived in 1964. We’re yet to see inside the new GT3 RS, however, so we’ll have to wait and see if this piece of technology will be carried over. 

The GT3 RS is currently priced from £192,600, but given the popularity of the existing car we suspect the new model could sit nearer to the £200,000 mark when it goes on sale in 2025. 

Click here for our list of the best performance cars...

Skip advert
Advertisement
Senior news reporter

A keen petrol-head, Alastair Crooks has a degree in journalism and worked as a car salesman for a variety of manufacturers before joining Auto Express in Spring 2019 as a Content Editor. Now, as our senior news reporter, his daily duties involve tracking down the latest news and writing reviews.

Find a car with the experts

Skip advert
Advertisement

Recommended

New 2025 Porsche 911 Turbo 992.2 spied without camouflage
Porsche 911 Turbo S Facelift - front 3/4

New 2025 Porsche 911 Turbo 992.2 spied without camouflage

Porsche’s new flagship 911 Turbo is gearing up, and it’s due to pack a clever hybrid system
News
25 Mar 2025
Porsche 911 review
Porsche 911 - main image

Porsche 911 review

The Porsche 911 is the consummate sports car because it’s beautifully built, engaging to drive, and highly desirable
In-depth reviews
21 Mar 2025
Best supercars on sale 2025
Best supercars - header image

Best supercars on sale 2025

These cars are at the absolute pinnacle of performance, driving thrills and head-turning style…
Best cars & vans
17 Mar 2025
Best rear-wheel drive cars 2025
Best rear-wheel drive cars

Best rear-wheel drive cars 2025

Rear-wheel drive is often praised as the drivetrain that delivers the most fun. Here we showcase the 10 best cars that do exactly that
Best cars & vans
6 Mar 2025

Most Popular

New baby Nissan Juke EV on the way to challenge the Dacia Spring
Baby Nissan Juke exclusive image - rear

New baby Nissan Juke EV on the way to challenge the Dacia Spring

Nissan to fast-track development of new battery-powered city car to take on forthcoming Volkswagen ID.1, and our exclusive images preview how it could…
News
18 Apr 2025
You can run an electric car with nowhere at home to charge it, honest
Opinion - ease of EV ownership

You can run an electric car with nowhere at home to charge it, honest

Chris Rosamond explains why ultra-fast charging could convince you to make the switch to driving an EV
Opinion
17 Apr 2025
Best SUVs to buy 2025
Best SUVs - header image

Best SUVs to buy 2025

There are plenty of great SUVs to choose from, so we’ve picked out the very best
Best cars & vans
17 Apr 2025