Porsche 911 GT3 and 911 GT3 Touring introduced in India at Rs 2.50 crore

German sports carmaker Porsche has discreetly introduced the all-new 911 GT3 and 911 GT3 with Touring Package in India at Rs 2.50 crore, ex-showroom. The twins are available in a choice of a manual or automatic gearbox, with no hike in prices. Meanwhile, the 992-generation 911 GT3 made its global debut at the beginning of last year, while the first-ever 911 GT3 Touring was showcased in mid-2021.

The 911 GT3 is a track-oriented sports car, while the 911 GT3 with Touring Package is a toned-down version of the standard GT3. The twins feature a highly tuned-up 3,996cc, flat-six cylinder, naturally aspirated petrol engine that comes mated to either a six-speed manual or seven-speed PDK automatic transmission. This motor generates 503bhp and 470Nm torque.

With automatic transmission, the GT3 twins can go from zero to 100kmph in just 3.4 seconds, while it’s rated at 3.9 seconds for the models with a manual gearbox. Similarly, they can achieve a top speed of 320kmph (318kmph AT). Besides this, the 911 GT3 comes equipped with a double wishbone setup at the front for the first time.

Compared to the 992 911, Porsche has improved the aerodynamic efficiency in the 911 GT3 models. For instance, it’s given a new carbon fibre bonnet with two air outlets, a new bumper with a large radiator grille, an expandable front splitter, a massive swan-neck shaped rear wing and a new diffuser. In the GT3 Touring, the brand has swapped the swan-neck rear wing with an adaptive spoiler. It also gets a chrome window trim.

Inside, the GT3 twins have the typical 911 cockpit. They come with a three-spoke steering wheel with a drive modes selector, a semi-digital instrument cluster (an analogue rev counter with two seven-inch displays), the latest iteration of the Porsche Communication Management (PCM) with a 10.9-inch infotainment touchscreen and electronically adjustable Sports Seats Plus. Moreover, the GT3 Touring cockpit features more leather inside.

Meanwhile, Porsche offers an optional Clubsport package for additional protection at race tracks. The Clubsport package comprises of a roll-cage, six-point racing harness, and a fire extinguisher with mounting brackets. It is more important to note that this package is available at no additional cost and has to be purchased separately from the Porsche Motorsport department.