Porsche unveils the new 911 GT4 R for global customer motorsport
Porsche Motorsport introduces the 911 GT4 R, a new customer racing car based on the 911 GT3, expanding its GT4 lineup.
- 382 kW (520 PS)
- 470 Nm
- over 1,500
What Happened
The new 911 GT4 R builds on the technical foundation of the current Cup version, which is based on the road-legal 911 GT3 of the 992.2 generation. Compared with the previous Clubsport models based on the 718 Cayman, it offers a more powerful engine, wider track widths and further-developed motorsport electronics. These factors improve lap times, drivability and stability in racing conditions in particular.
382 kW (520 PS)from the 911 Cup engine
Varies based on BoP; standard restrictors reduce to 316 kW (430 PS)
“With the new racing car based on the Porsche 911 GT3, we are taking our successful GT4 programme to a new level. The combination of iconic 911 DNA and the tried-and-tested GT4 concept creates a unique offering in the market.”
- High-revving 4.0-litre six-cylinder boxer engine
- Sequential six-speed dog-gearbox with steering-wheel paddle shifters
- Natural-fibre-reinforced plastic body components
- Manually adjustable rear wing with 11 positions
Why this matters
The 911 GT4 R brings Porsche's iconic 911 platform to the fast-growing GT4 category, offering customer teams a high-performance option for competitive racing.
Terms in This Story
- GT4
- A category of production-based racing cars with moderate power and running costs, positioned below GT3 racing.
- Balance of Performance (BoP)
- A regulation system that adjusts performance of different car models to ensure competitive racing.
- Natural-fibre-reinforced plastic
- A composite material using natural fibers like flax or hemp instead of synthetic ones, used for lightweight components.
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