2025 Porsche 911 GT3 is now better than ever

In honour of the 911 GT3's 25th anniversary, Porsche has updated the best sports car that it currently has on offer. This is the 992.2 model and it features subtle updates over the previous version and will also offer the GT3 with the weight-saving Weissach package which was earlier only an option on the RS models.

Under the hood, the naturally-aspirated 4.0-litre boxer engine with 510PS and 450Nm of torque holds its place. It continues to deliver power through a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, and it can rev to 9,000 rpm. The stated 0-100 kph time with the clutch pedal is 3.9 seconds while in automatic form, that time drops to 3.4 seconds. Nonetheless, the final drive ratio of both gears has been reduced by 8 percent.

Porsche used some of the GT3 RS's trickery for the front suspension. Porsche claims that moving the front ball joint of the lower trailing arm on the front axle will reduce pitching during braking.

Improved wet grip is standard on the 911 GT3 thanks to its front and rear-mounted 255/35 ZR 20 and 315/30 ZR 21 sports tyres. Compared to the previous model, the unsprung weights are reduced by more than 1.5 kg thanks to a new lightweight aluminium wheel painted silver. Magnesium wheels are an optional addition to Weissach packages and save up to 9 kg. You also get a carbon-fibre roof, anti-roll bars, drop links, shear panels, end plates, and mirror caps with the Weissach pack.

To improve downforce, the front end has been modified with new underbody fins and a spoiler. The LED headlamps have also been redesigned, and a white accent ring is an option. Additionally, Porsche eliminated the additional LED strip in the bumper by combining all lighting functions into the primary headlamp unit, making room for a wider air inlet. Along with new air vents, a decklid, and a diffuser, the rear end also gets reworked side plates on the rear wing.

Simultaneously, Porsche is also introducing the GT3 Touring Package, which again removes the wing for a more understated appearance. For the GT3 Touring, there is a Leichtbau (lightweight) option that includes magnesium wheels, the 911 S/T's shorter shift lever, body-colour carbon fibre roofing, and suspension components from the Weissach option.

While the GT3 will continue to use the traditional rotary ignition switch, the less expensive 911 Carrera models will transition to a push-button start by 2025. The digital gauge cluster has a Track Screen mode that allows you to see only the most important driving information and flashes when it's time to transfer gears. The option of rear seats in the Touring is also new and Porsche has also brought back the traditional twist key which will replace the push button start.

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