The Current Performance King of Porsche 911 Mountain: The GT3 RS

For many years now, the Porsche 911 GT3 has been considered the performance king of the 911 mountain. This iconic car has been pushing the boundaries of speed and agility for decades, and its latest iteration is no exception. The 2025 model year brings a slight makeover to this legendary machine, but don't worry – it still looks awesome, revs to the moon, and is just as impressive as ever.

One of the key updates to the exterior styling of the GT3 is the use of a light touch to make some subtle tweaks front and rear. These changes are designed to aid in some aerodynamic gains, which will no doubt improve the car's performance on the track. The front diffuser, spoiler, lip shape, and underbody air guides have all been revised, while the deck lid and side plates of the wing have also received a similar treatment.

However, it's worth noting that the touring model is still available for those who prefer a slightly more subdued look. In fact, I personally find the slightly sleeper esque styling of this version to be quite appealing. By removing the otherwise cool-looking wing of the standard GT3, you get a car that's almost indistinguishable from its more basic brethren. Of course, that's exactly what makes it so appealing – it's like having the best of both worlds.

But even with the touring model, there are still plenty of ways to customize your GT3. For example, this year sees the introduction of the viso package for 2025. This used-to-be an RS-only option has now been trickled down to the common man's GT3, and it swaps out some parts for lighter carbon fiber reinforced plastic units. The anti-roll bar on the rear axle, roof rear wi side plates, side mirror shells, frontal air blades, and door handles are all made of this strong yet lightweight material.

If you want to go even further down the rabbit hole, Porsche also offers a lightweight package for the touring model. This includes some of the same CFRP parts upgrades as the viso package, but adds in lightweight door panels and magnesium wheels. And if that's not enough, there's also the option to pair it with a set of forged magnesium Wheels. It's worth noting that this package is designed to provide an even further reduction in weight, which will no doubt improve the car's performance.

But what really sets the 2025 GT3 apart from its predecessors is the attention to detail and commitment to quality that goes into every aspect of its design and construction. Inside the car, you'll find new lightweight bucket seats made from CFRP plus one features that allow you to remove part of the headrest padding for a more comfortable driving experience. And if you're planning on taking your GT3 out on long trips, you'll appreciate the addition of optional rear seats – because who doesn't love having the kids along for the ride?

Another great touch in the cabin is the switch used instead of a traditional starter button. This not only looks sleek and modern but also helps to reduce weight, which can only be a good thing when it comes to the car's overall performance. And speaking of performance, let's talk about the GT3's engine – its 4L naturally aspirated Flat 6 is still one of the most impressive powerplants in its class.

With an astonishing 502 horsepower and 331 lb feet of torque on tap, this engine is more than capable of propelling the GT3 to incredible speeds. And with Porsche having optimized the camshaft profile to match that of the GT3 RS, you can be sure that every aspect of the car's design has been carefully considered to maximize performance. The cylinder heads have also been revised, while improved oil cooling ensures that the engine runs at its best.

One area where the 2025 GT3 has seen a slight reduction in final drive ratio is likely due to these improvements – the result being an even more responsive and agile car. And with a top speed of 190.3 mph for PDK-equipped cars, or 195 mph with the manual gearbox, there's no doubt that this machine is capable of delivering truly exhilarating driving experiences.

But what really sets the GT3 apart from its competitors is its ability to deliver performance without sacrificing comfort or practicality. Whether you're cruising down the highway or tearing up the track, the 2025 GT3 is an incredible machine that will leave you grinning from ear to ear. And with a base price of $224,999 – a staggering $4,000 more than its predecessor – it's clear that this car is intended for serious collectors and enthusiasts only.

Of course, that's not to say that the GT3 won't appeal to anyone who loves cars. Because let's face it – there's nothing quite like driving a Porsche 911, especially one as legendary as the GT3. And with its 25th anniversary just around the corner, this is an ideal time to celebrate the car's enduring legacy.

And if you're still undecided about which version of the GT3 to choose, rest assured that there are plenty of options available to suit every taste and budget. From the basic model all the way up to the top-of-the-line Turbo S, each variant offers its own unique blend of performance, handling, and luxury features.

Ultimately, whether you're a seasoned collector or just someone who loves cars, the 2025 Porsche 911 GT3 is an incredible machine that's sure to leave you wanting more.

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the viso package for 20125 this used to be an RS only option so it's cool to see it trickle down to the common man's GT3 it swaps out some of the parts for lighter carbon fiber reinforced plastic units the anti-roll bar on the rear axle the roof rear wi side plates side mirror shells frontal air blades and door handles are all made of the light yet strong material and if you want to go even lighter device sock package can be paired with a set of forged magnesium Wheels Porsche also offers a lightweight package for the touring model it includes some of the same cfrp Parts upgrades lightweight door panels and magnesium Wheels the shorter shifter from the 911 St is tossed in as in a plaque that reads light B which I'm sure I messed up but it means lightweight construction inside the 911 GT3 you'll find new lightweight bucket seats the shell of the seat can be had in cfrp plus one features that you can remove part of the headrest padding of the seat so you get a more comfortable head position when you're on a racetrack wearing a helmet even better though is the addition of the optional rear seats which can be speced on the GT3 touring bring your kids along for the adventure and they'll grow up to love cars just as much as you do additionally other great touches in the cabin include using a switch instead of a starter button the track screen mode which displays Tire oil water and fuel info more prominently and the ability to have the TAC display rotate to align the 9,000 RPM cutoff at the 12:00 position with respect to power the 911 GT3 still delivers its Thrills via the 4 L naturally aspirated Flat 6 makes 502 horsepower and 331 lb feet of torque and Porsche says it's optimized the cam shaft profile to match that of the GT3 RS revised the cylinder heads and improved oil cooling an area you definitely notice a change would be in a slightly shorter final drive ratio the top speed is 190 3 mph for pdk equipped cars or 195 with the manual as for the quickness of it all the pdk will run from 0 to 60 in just 3.2 seconds while the manual needs 3.7 seconds though your smile should be as instant on both models it might last a touch longer on manual gearbox cars of course Porsche has given this new GT3 plenty of ways to drop weight it's providing some great options to increase the usability of the cabin and the overall driving Dynamics have been adjusted to make make an amazing car better so it should be of no surprise that it's also more expensive compared to the 2024 Model A lot more expensive the base price is $224,999 that's a $4,000 jump over the base version of the prior GT3 it also moves the car to within 20 grand of the GT3 RS of course at this level of 911 Shopper these cars are going to get a ton of options so the base price comparisons don't even really matter paint to sample plus is 40 Grand the viso package or lightweight packages will be expensive a lot of these will wind up easily into the $300,000 realm GT3 GT3 RS or even Turbo S it doesn't really matter the Shoppers are almost eager to spend their dough to make the spec their own regardless it's great to see the GT3 continue to evolve as we are now into its 25th anniversary and it's even better to see you can still get one with a stick if you're so inclinedthe current performance king of Porsche 911 mountain is the GT3 RS just a slight tick below that lives the standard GT3 which is also a monster in its own right and for the 2025 model year Porsche is giving its Mega machine a slight makeover it still looks awesome it still revs to the moon and it's still quite expensive in fact the price is gone way up in terms of the updates to the exterior styling Porsche has used a light touch it essentially amounts to slight tweaks front and rear to Aid in some aerodynamic gains the front diffuser spoiler lip shape and underbody air guides have been revised out back it's a similar story with the diffuser inlets deck lid and side plates of the wing thankfully the touring model is still offered though I'm personally a big fan of the slightly sleeper esque styling when you ditch the otherwise cool looking wing of the standard G G3 sleeper relative to the B- wied version of course the 911 GT3 can now be optioned with the viso package for 20125 this used to be an RS only option so it's cool to see it trickle down to the common man's GT3 it swaps out some of the parts for lighter carbon fiber reinforced plastic units the anti-roll bar on the rear axle the roof rear wi side plates side mirror shells frontal air blades and door handles are all made of the light yet strong material and if you want to go even lighter device sock package can be paired with a set of forged magnesium Wheels Porsche also offers a lightweight package for the touring model it includes some of the same cfrp Parts upgrades lightweight door panels and magnesium Wheels the shorter shifter from the 911 St is tossed in as in a plaque that reads light B which I'm sure I messed up but it means lightweight construction inside the 911 GT3 you'll find new lightweight bucket seats the shell of the seat can be had in cfrp plus one features that you can remove part of the headrest padding of the seat so you get a more comfortable head position when you're on a racetrack wearing a helmet even better though is the addition of the optional rear seats which can be speced on the GT3 touring bring your kids along for the adventure and they'll grow up to love cars just as much as you do additionally other great touches in the cabin include using a switch instead of a starter button the track screen mode which displays Tire oil water and fuel info more prominently and the ability to have the TAC display rotate to align the 9,000 RPM cutoff at the 12:00 position with respect to power the 911 GT3 still delivers its Thrills via the 4 L naturally aspirated Flat 6 makes 502 horsepower and 331 lb feet of torque and Porsche says it's optimized the cam shaft profile to match that of the GT3 RS revised the cylinder heads and improved oil cooling an area you definitely notice a change would be in a slightly shorter final drive ratio the top speed is 190 3 mph for pdk equipped cars or 195 with the manual as for the quickness of it all the pdk will run from 0 to 60 in just 3.2 seconds while the manual needs 3.7 seconds though your smile should be as instant on both models it might last a touch longer on manual gearbox cars of course Porsche has given this new GT3 plenty of ways to drop weight it's providing some great options to increase the usability of the cabin and the overall driving Dynamics have been adjusted to make make an amazing car better so it should be of no surprise that it's also more expensive compared to the 2024 Model A lot more expensive the base price is $224,999 that's a $4,000 jump over the base version of the prior GT3 it also moves the car to within 20 grand of the GT3 RS of course at this level of 911 Shopper these cars are going to get a ton of options so the base price comparisons don't even really matter paint to sample plus is 40 Grand the viso package or lightweight packages will be expensive a lot of these will wind up easily into the $300,000 realm GT3 GT3 RS or even Turbo S it doesn't really matter the Shoppers are almost eager to spend their dough to make the spec their own regardless it's great to see the GT3 continue to evolve as we are now into its 25th anniversary and it's even better to see you can still get one with a stick if you're so inclined\n"