- The 2027 Porsche 911 GT3 RS has been spied in Europe.
- It features a new front bumper and hood as well as DRLs.
- Designers also fine-tuned the car’s aerodynamics package.
Sports cars and snow are typically a bad combination, but that hasn’t stopped Porsche from conducting cold weather testing with the facelifted 911 GT3 RS.
Spied wearing less disguise than before, the updated model has an aggressive front bumper with pronounced air intakes. It’s joined by an updated hood that appears to have optimized vents.
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The changes don’t stop there as eagle-eyed observers will notice revamped headlights. While they look instantly recognizable at first glance, a closer inspection reveals the daytime running lights are now connected by an illuminated circular strip.
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Moving further back, we can see familiar front fender vents and roof fins. They’re joined by lightweight wheels that are backed up by a high-performance braking system.
While the profile appears to largely carryover, the rear end sees a handful of notable updates. Starting from the top, there’s a new rear wing that features three strips instead of two.
Further below, there’s a new mid-mounted vent above the license plate recess. This means we can also expect a new bumper, but it’s hidden behind plastic disguise.
We can also see a new diffuser as well as a center-mounted dual exhaust system. Interestingly, the diffuser also appears to have exhaust-like cutouts on the outside edges.
Spy photographers didn’t get close enough to snap interior pictures, but we can expect a few updates. If the facelifted 911 Turbo S is any indication, there could be an updated infotainment system that provides faster responses as well as third-party app support. There could also be trim and upholstery updates.
As for what might change under the decklid, Porsche hasn’t said. Rumors have been swirling about the possible arrival of a turbocharged engine. That would be a seismic shift, especially since turbocharging is usually reserved for the GT2 RS. Then again, this is the same company that put a Turbo badge on its EVs, so convention may not be the deciding factor. Even so, it’s not something we’d bet on.
What we do know is that the current 911 GT3 RS starts at $250,000 and has a high-revving, naturally-aspirated 4.0-liter six-cylinder engine developing 518 hp (386 kW / 525 PS) and 342 lb-ft (463 Nm) of torque.
It’s connected to a seven-speed PDK transmission, which enables the coupe to accelerate from 0-60 mph (0-96 km/h) in three seconds flat and hit a top speed of 184 mph (296 km/h).
