Porsche Malaysia, represented by Sime Darby Auto Performance, recently unveiled the new 911 GT3 at the Sepang International Circuit. The launch was graced by Porsche brand ambassador Jörg Bergmeister, who introduced local customers, media and motorsport fans to the latest evolution of Porsche’s motorsport DNA brought to the road.
At the heart of the new 911 GT3 lies a naturally aspirated 4.0-litre flat-six engine, now upgraded to deliver 510 PS and 450 Nm of torque. The unit, renowned for its responsiveness and raw character, is paired with either a 7-speed PDK dual-clutch transmission or a 6-speed GT manual gearbox, both featuring a final drive ratio shortened by eight percent compared to the previous generation.
This enables the 911 GT3 to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.4 seconds with PDK, or 3.9 seconds with the manual, before reaching top speeds of 311 km/h and 313 km/h respectively. Beyond the numbers, it offers an uncompromised driving experience rooted in racing tradition but designed for the road.
Christopher Hunter, Chief Executive Officer of Sime Darby Auto Performance, noted that Malaysian customers have always embraced Porsche’s motorsport spirit with enthusiasm, and that the new GT3 offers yet another way for this community to connect with the brand’s racing heritage, whether on track at Sepang or out on the open road.
The exterior design of the new model has been sharpened for both style and performance, featuring a reworked front diffuser, reshaped spoiler lip and underbody fins to optimise airflow and downforce. At the rear, the redesigned diffuser, air inlets and a new rear wing with angled sideplates enhance stability at speed.
Matrix LED headlights, available with a white accent ring, integrate all lighting functions, which not only improves visibility but also allows for larger front air intakes and a more streamlined appearance.
The chassis has been refined with double-wishbone front axles incorporating aerodynamically shaped trailing arms to reduce lift while improving brake cooling, while suspension geometry adapted from the GT3 RS ensures balance and composure even under hard braking from high speeds.
For those seeking a more understated look, Porsche has reintroduced the Touring package, available for the first time from launch. Dispensing with the fixed wing, the Touring variant features a retractable spoiler and subtle “911 GT3 Touring” badging, preserving the iconic 911 silhouette while maintaining aerodynamic efficiency.
Inside, it is fitted with leather upholstery and offers an optional rear seat system, giving it a level of practicality and refinement unusual for a car of such performance. Porsche legend Walter Röhrl praised the steering precision and shorter gear ratios that enhance driving pleasure on winding roads, highlighting the car’s balance between usability and performance.
Lightweight engineering remains central to the GT3 philosophy. Aluminium wheels reduce unsprung weight by over 1.5 kilograms per set, while optional magnesium wheels available in the Weissach and Leichtbau packages cut another nine kilograms. A lithium-ion lightweight battery trims an additional four kilograms, enabling the new GT3 to weigh as little as 1,420 kilograms in its lightest configuration.
The naturally aspirated flat-six engine has also been re-engineered for stricter emissions standards with revised cylinder heads, sharper camshafts, flow-optimised throttle valves and four catalytic converters with particulate filters. Despite these refinements, the engine retains its visceral character and delivers an exhilarating soundtrack that remains a hallmark of the GT3.
Inside, the cockpit continues Porsche’s focus on the driver. A new lightweight sports bucket seat with a carbon-fibre shell and integrated airbags is available, designed to improve ergonomics for helmet use during track driving.
Alternatively, buyers may choose the 18-way adjustable Adaptive Sports Seats Plus. The digital instrument cluster features a motorsport-inspired “Track Screen” mode that reduces the display to only the most essential information, such as tyre pressures, fluid temperatures and shift cues, with a rev counter that can be rotated to place the 9,000 rpm redline at the 12 o’clock position for maximum clarity.
To cater to individual preferences, Porsche offers the Weissach package for the first time on the GT3, adding carbon-fibre reinforced plastic components for the roof, wing, suspension elements and interior panels, while also offering magnesium wheels and anti-glare Racetex trim.
For Touring models, the Leichtbau package similarly combines carbon-fibre elements with lightweight wheels and trim pieces, complete with a plaque bearing the “Leichtbau” inscription. For track-focused enthusiasts, a no-cost Clubsport package equips the GT3 with a steel roll cage, six-point harness and fire extinguisher.
Owners can also complement their car with an exclusive Porsche Design chronograph, which mirrors the GT3’s styling cues. Built in lightweight titanium with a COSC-certified flyback movement, it features a dial inspired by the GT3 instrument cluster and a rotor designed to replicate the GT3 wheels, while offering customisation in paint and interior colours to match the car itself.
With its enhanced aerodynamics, improved handling, reduced weight and increased customisation, the new 911 GT3 represents the purest connection between Porsche’s motorsport achievements and road-going sports cars.
Available in both standard and Touring variants, it continues to deliver a thrilling balance of precision, usability and performance. Now officially on sale in Malaysia with prices starting from RM2,290,000, the new 911 GT3 is set to capture the passion of driving enthusiasts who demand nothing less than a racing car experience on the road.
