Porsche Malaysia, represented by Sime Darby Auto Efficiency (SDAP), has formally launched the newest era 992 Porsche 911 GT3. Pricing for the track-focused beast begins from RM1,766,244 earlier than choices, however is inclusive of the 50% SST exemption for CBU vehicles.
It might not appear like your typical supercar, however it’s a purist’s moist dream, able to lapping the Inexperienced Hell in just below seven minutes. Powering the GT3 is a naturally-aspirated 4.0 litre flat-six engine taken from the 911 Speedster, producing 510 PS at 8,400 rpm and 470 Nm of torque at 6,100 rpm. It redlines at 9,000 rpm and options particular person throttle our bodies, in addition to maintenance-free stable valve lifters.
Fortunately, clients get to select from both a six-speed handbook transmission or seven-speed PDK dual-clutch at no extra value. The GT3 Touring Package will also be specified for a subtler look (this too gained’t value you a penny extra), and the Touring Bundle is out there with a PDK as effectively.
For the handbook, the GT3 will do the century dash in 3.9 seconds and can hit 200 km/h in 11.9 seconds, whereas the PDK is far faster, reaching the 100 km/h mark in 3.4 seconds and 200 km/h in 10.8 seconds. The highest velocity for the handbook is 320 km/h, whereas the PDK maxes out at 318 km/h.
Each the PDK and handbook field are carried over from earlier than, the latter retaining its rev-matching perform and the 17 kg weight benefit over the PDK. The PDK additionally has one much less ratio in comparison with the the Carrera and Turbo, which saves weight and permits for the fitment of a standard mechanical gearlever. Shift paddles are customary, after all.
Remarkably, the GT3 is barely any heavier than the outgoing mannequin, regardless of the bigger physique. It weighs simply 1,418 kg in handbook type and 1,435 kg with the PDK, or roughly 5 kilogrammes heavier than the 991.2. Weight discount comes from the usage of lighter glass and the removing of the rear seats and sound deadening supplies. A light-weight lithium iron phosphate battery can also be customary, weighing 10% lower than the outdated mannequin’s unit.
Customary listed here are the energetic aero bits, which in its most aggressive state will improve downforce by a whopping 150%. The entrance suspension additionally makes use of an impartial double wishbone system (a primary for a road-going Porsche) versus MacPherson struts, which Porsche says will increase driving precision and permits the tyres’ contact patches to be extra constant below load.
Once more, these choosing the GT3 Touring Bundle will get a extra understated look. There’s no swan-neck wing, however instead is an adaptive wing as an alternative. The entrance bumper can also be utterly painted in physique color, whereas the trim strips on the aspect home windows are produced from high-gloss anodised aluminium.
Inside, it will get a GT3-specific instrument cluster with a central rev counter that goes as much as 10,000 rpm. To every aspect is a seven-inch show, that includes the brand new monitor display that prioritises important information whereas driving. The rev counter additionally encompasses a visible shift assistant with colored bars to assist gearshift accuracy.
Like all 992-generation fashions, within the center rests a ten.9-inch touchscreen show with the newest Porsche Communication Administration (PCM) system with on-line navigation and Porsche Join Plus. It additionally helps Porsche Monitor Precision App, so monitor junkies can monitor their progress through a sequence of analyses.
For personalisations, you may have not less than 105 traditional colors to select from. Porsche additionally presents a “Paint to Pattern” programme for additional paint customisation, and the checklist of equipment from Porsche Unique Manufaktur contains uncovered carbon-fibre roof, carbon aspect mirror caps, darkened LED matrix headlight with clear tail lights, painted wheels, and extra. New toy, anybody?
GALLERY: 992 Porsche 911 GT3
GALLERY: 992 Porsche 911 GT3 Touring Pack
