Porsche 911 GT3 RS
The GT3 maxed for downforce — swan-neck wing, DRS, center-locks, and a 9,000-rpm naturally aspirated flat-six.
4 reviewers · 4 videos · 9 press articles
Reviewers strongly agree on its performance and handling, but split on value.
across 4 reviewers
"Yeah, it makes sense why these things are worth a shitload of money."
Tedward · ▶ 29:48"is it worth twice the money of a .1 GT3 now... no it's not twice the car"
Zygrene · ▶ 16:51Performance
4.5/54 of 4 reviewersconsensus“I mean, this thing screws. This is fast. This like really really moves in a way that I don't think I was quite anticipating.”
positive · Tedward · ▶ 30:50“this is now a 3.8 L Flat 6 up from 3.6 so each jump we have 0.2 liter from 3.6 to 3.8 3.8 to 4.0 and this is now making 444 horsepower”
positive · Jubbal & Cars · ▶ 14:53“significantly more mid-range torque compared to that .1 GT3”
positive · Zygrene · ▶ 10:33Handling
4.5/53 of 4 reviewersstrong consensus“steering here quite a bit sharper and more communicative than that 997.1 GT3”
positive · Jubbal & Cars · ▶ 19:59“This has proper race car steering in the sense that it's hydraulic and I can feel everything”
positive · Tedward · ▶ 30:25“the pasm suspension in sport mode to me feels sharper than the olens”
positive · Zygrene · ▶ 17:26Fun to drive
4.5/54 of 4 reviewersstrong consensus“This is a magical beast.”
positive · Tedward · ▶ 21:42“everything in this vehicle is just dialed up”
positive · Jubbal & Cars · ▶ 17:02“this is truly a top tier Driving Experience”
positive · Zygrene · ▶ 14:32Daily drivability
3.0/53 of 4 reviewersstrong consensus“It's taking the bumps pretty well, honestly. I mean, we're just trying to get to the starting point where I like to start my videos, and sometimes these roads can be really cumbersome in stiff, racy cars. When you've got something that's properly damped like this, it's not that much of a problem.”
positive · Tedward · ▶ 6:36“very chattery driet train from this car when you're in neutral”
Zygrene · ▶ 10:14“I don't like the pedals there's some aftermarket spacer on the throttle that helps with the heel toe and it it just it's just unnatural”
Jubbal & Cars · ▶ 17:33Value
3.5/53 of 4 reviewerssplit“is it worth twice the money of a .1 GT3 now... no it's not twice the car”
critical · Zygrene · ▶ 16:51“Yeah, it makes sense why these things are worth a shitload of money.”
positive · Tedward · ▶ 29:48“the going price now is around $300,000 about double of the prior”
Jubbal & Cars · ▶ 13:23Hear it in the reviewer’s words
- Top Gear
First Drive: Porsche 911 GT3 RS 2dr PDK Reviews 2026 | Top Gear
◆Worth itThe 991 GT3 RS is an incredibly capable, secure, and fast driving device that represents the limit of what a road car can be, though it trades some raw character for modern sophistication.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts looking for a track-focused machine that can still be driven on the road.
- Watch out
- Requires high speeds to feel rewarding · Less raw character than older Mezger-engined models · Broad body can feel wide on narrow roads
2,071 wordsOpen articleQuotes worth your time - Top Gear
Porsche 911 GT3 RS Driving, Engines & Performance | Top Gear
◆Worth itThe GT3 RS is a track-focused masterpiece that offers unparalleled aerodynamic grip and adjustability, though it requires significant compromise for road use.
- Best for
- Track day enthusiasts and those seeking a race-car-like experience on a circuit.
- Watch out
- Lacks straight-line urgency compared to some rivals · Very stiff and loud on public roads · Attracts excessive attention
1,244 wordsOpen articleQuotes worth your time - Top Gear
Porsche 911 GT3 RS review: 513bhp road-racer tested Reviews 2026 | Top Gear
◆BuyA masterclass in engineering that manages to feel more precise and connected than its predecessor, setting a new benchmark for road-legal track cars.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts seeking the ultimate track-focused road car with unparalleled steering precision.
- Watch out
- Stiff ride quality · Requires high focus to drive · Not designed for comfort
2,098 wordsOpen articleQuotes worth your time - Top Gear
Porsche 911 GT3 RS Review 2026 | Top Gear
◆Worth itAn absolute masterclass in aero and chassis dynamics that prioritizes track performance over raw power.
- Best for
- track-focused enthusiasts who want the most capable 911 ever made
- Watch out
- polarizing aesthetics · requires high driver skill · no front trunk storage
1,484 wordsOpen articleQuotes worth your time - MotorTrend
2023 Porsche 911 GT3 RS First Drive Review: Ludicrous Handling, Thanks to the Air
◆Worth itThe 2023 911 GT3 RS is a race-car-level machine that redefines production-car grip, making it an essential tool for track enthusiasts.
- Best for
- dedicated track-day enthusiasts who want the highest level of performance available in a road-legal car.
- Watch out
- Not intended for those who don't frequent racetracks · Road manners remain unconfirmed · Higher curb weight than standard GT3 due to aero hardware
3,827 wordsOpen articleQuotes worth your time - Road & Track
The 2016 Porsche 911 GT3 RS Is a Race Car With Training Wheels
◆Worth itThe 911 GT3 RS is a masterclass in calibrating extreme technology to make professional-level track performance accessible to enthusiasts.
- Best for
- enthusiasts seeking a visceral, track-focused experience that remains approachable through advanced driver aids.
- Watch out
- Edgy handling characteristics · High-performance focus may be intense for some
1,390 wordsOpen articleQuotes worth your time - Road & Track
Driving the Greatest Porsche 911s Ever Made
◆Worth itWhile the 991.2 GT2 RS is the fastest 911 ever made, the 911 R is the best driver's car of the group, prioritizing pure joy over raw speed.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts seeking the pinnacle of Porsche's GT engineering and driving engagement.
- Watch out
- High cost of entry for limited models · Gen 1 PCCB brake warm-up requirements · Extreme performance requires driver skill
2,597 wordsOpen articleQuotes worth your time - Road & Track
Porsche 911 GT3 RS Review: It Makes Its Case Even Over $300,000
◆Worth itThe GT3 RS is the most aggressive, track-focused 911 ever, sacrificing road-trip practicality for race-car-level performance and adjustability.
- Best for
- track enthusiasts who want a street-legal car that performs like a race car.
- Watch out
- No trunk space · Extremely stiff ride · Complex driver-adjustable settings · Expensive Weissach package
2,643 wordsOpen articleQuotes worth your time - Car and Driver
2023 Porsche 911 GT3 RS Tested: Grip and Rip
◆Worth itThe 911 GT3 RS is a masterclass in track-focused engineering that manages to remain usable on the road, representing the pinnacle of the naturally aspirated 911.
- Best for
- track enthusiasts who want the most adjustable and capable factory road car available.
- Watch out
- Complex settings can be overwhelming · High price point · Extreme track focus
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