Porsche 911 GT3 RS

The new Porsche 911 GT3 RS

The new Porsche 911 GT3 RS with motorsport chassis and a 383 kW (520 hp), four-litre, high-speed naturally aspirated engine was developed on the basis of the 911 GT3, which has been further refined to combine the performance-enhanced engine with a running-gear setup that features re-calibrated rear-axle steering designed for maximum dynamics and precision. The 911 GT3 RS accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 3.2 seconds, reaching a top speed of 312 km/h. Following the launch of the 911 GT3 and the 911 GT2 RS, this latest release is Porsche’s third GT road-approved sports car within a year.

Aerodynamics and interior in race trim

Aerodynamics has influenced the design of the wide, weight-optimised body with its classic fixed rear wing. The racing look continues into the interior with full bucket seats made of carbon to provide secure lateral support in response to high-level driving dynamics. Lightweight door panels with storage nets and door-opening straps, reduced insulation and the new lightweight rear lid further emphasise the consistency of the material choices.

The most powerful naturally aspirated engine at 520 hp

The four-litre, six-cylinder naturally aspirated engine from Porsche mounted in the new 911 GT3 RS pushes the sports car to new limits: The flat engine delivers 15 kW (20 hp) more than the engine in the previous model and in the 911 GT3. With a rev range reaching up to 9,000 rpm, it was the ideal choice as a thoroughbred sports engine. Combined with the specially calibrated seven-speed PDK, the high-performance engine guarantees an outstanding driving performance.

Motorsport-inspired chassis and Clubsport package

Technology straight from motorsport ensures that the chassis offers exceptional driving dynamics. Ball joints on all arms provide even greater precision than conventional elastokinematic bearings. 20-inch lightweight wheels with newly developed 265/35 sports tyres on the front axle enhance agility and steering behaviour, while 21‑inch wheels with 325/30 tyres at the rear axle improve traction.

As with all current GT sports cars, a Clubsport package is also available for the 911 GT3 RS at no extra cost. The package includes a bolted rear roll cage, a manual fire extinguisher for racing, provision for a battery disconnect switch and a six-point harness.

Weissach package and magnesium wheels for additional weight savings

For particularly ambitious drivers, the Porsche Motorsport department has created an optional Weissach package for shedding more weight. The package features additional carbon components for the chassis, interior and exterior, as well as optional magnesium wheels. In its lightest configuration, this package reduces the weight of the 911 GT3 RS to 1,430 kilograms.

Market launch and price

The new 911 GT3 RS is available now. The market launch begins in Germany mid-April, 2018. The price of the new high-performance sports car starts at 195,137 Euro and includes VAT and country-specific equipment.