Porsche’s latest 911 GT3 solely arrived for the 2022 mannequin yr however an up to date model has been noticed testing, and this time now we have video footage.
The replace appears to be a light one and certain coincides with the deliberate replace for the complete 992-generation vary. Additionally out testing are up to date variations of the Carrera, Carrera Cabriolet, Carrera GTS, Targa, Turbo, and Turbo S. A brand new Heritage Design particular with retro cues can be out testing, and is considered a modern 911 S/T.
We count on the up to date vary, referred to internally because the 992.2 era, to start out arriving late this yr or early subsequent. They need to be 2024 fashions.
Key among the many updates will likely be a revised sprint sporting a completely digital instrument cluster, much like what’s within the Taycan. That is evident within the video beneath.
One particular replace to the GT3, judging by this prototype, will likely be a revised rear finish. The rear fascia is totally hid, and it seems there’s further camouflage gear on elements of the diffuser close to the exhaust ideas.
It is not clear what Porsche has deliberate for the mechanical bits, however a slight uptick in energy is often included with such updates. The GT3 presently comes with a 4.0-liter flat-6 delivering a peak 502 hp and 346 lb-ft of torque. Energy goes to the rear wheels through a 7-speed dual-clutch computerized or a 6-speed handbook.
Hybrid know-how will likely be out there on some fashions, although probably not the GT3. Porsche CEO Oliver Blume in 2022 stated the 911’s hybrid system will likely be much like the system within the former 919 Hybrid LMP1 race automotive, and never a plug-in hybrid system like within the 918 Spyder hypercar. Meaning there will not be a plug, and any electrical motor-generator(s) will purely be used to help the internal-combustion engine and recuperate power below braking.
