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Porsche Launches 911 Challenge as New Entry-Level Race Car

Built from production 911 GT3 parts with adjustable driver aids, the car widens access to one‑make racing at a $275,000 U.S. delivered price.

Overview

  • Porsche formally unveiled the 911 Challenge on August 26, 2026, positioning it as the brand’s new entry-level customer racer for the 2027 season.
  • The car is a near‑production 911 GT3 derivative powered by a 4.0‑litre flat‑six making about 508 hp and revving to 9,000 rpm paired with the seven‑speed PDK transmission.
  • Race‑specific hardware includes a welded‑in roll cage, 110‑litre FT3 fuel tank, integrated air jacks, racing slicks on 18‑inch five‑hole wheels and a stripped, six‑point harness cockpit.
  • Driver aids such as ABS, traction control, electronic stability control and multi‑stage Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus are adjustable to help new drivers transition into racing.
  • Porsche set U.S. delivered pricing at $275,000, will open orders on September 25, 2026, and will prioritize full‑season North American entrants while making the car eligible for multiple Porsche one‑make series.