Porsche 911 GT3 RS Could Get Turbo Power

Jason Siu
by Jason Siu

First there’s no manual transmission for the Porsche GT3 RS, and now it could be turbocharged?

Porsche is looking to turn away from tradition with its next 911 GT3 RS model with a turbocharged engine. Following the high-profile engine fire recall on the 991 generation GT3, Porsche is reportedly examining other, more reliable options to offer a more powerful engine for its even faster GT3 RS model.

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As a result, a turbocharged powerplant is under consideration to help deliver the extra power needed without compromising reliability. The use of such an engine would also fit into the growing segment of supercars that employ turbochargers.

Additionally, the 911 GT3’s rear-wheel steering system is under consideration for the Cayman later in the model’s life cycle.

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[Source: Autocar]

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Jason Siu
Jason Siu

Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.

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