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Porsche’s 2026 911 GT3 Gains RS-Inspired Chassis, Keeps NA Heart

Australian tests show the update delivers measurable gains in braking stability.

Overview

  • The 4.0-litre naturally aspirated flat-six remains at 375kW, with torque trimmed to 450Nm due to added emissions hardware, and a 9000rpm redline is retained.
  • RS-derived anti-dive suspension geometry cuts nose-dive under braking from about 12mm to roughly 6mm, with reviewers reporting sharper turn-in and greater composure.
  • An 8 percent shorter final drive improves punch out of corners, the claimed 0–100km/h time is 3.4 seconds, and PDK is favoured on track though a six-speed manual is offered.
  • Aero and weight tweaks include reprofiled nose and diffuser, Matrix LED headlights with added cooling, lighter wheels and lithium battery, a fully digital instrument cluster, and a no-cost Club Sport pack.
  • The Touring trades the fixed wing for a subtler spoiler yet delivers the same raw character, and Australian pricing lands in the mid-$400,000s before on-road costs, with outlets listing $449,100 for GT3 and $446,700 for Touring.