Porsche 911 GT3 RS 997.2
The GT3 maxed for downforce — swan-neck wing, DRS, center-locks, and a 9,000-rpm naturally aspirated flat-six.
15 reviewers · 19 videos · 9 press articles
Reviewers strongly agree on its performance and handling, but split on daily drivability and value.
across 15 reviewers
"it's totally usable on the road I could daily this it's not too extreme"
Mat Watson Cars · ▶ 9:26"the gt3 RS has pretty harsh for everyday street use but then that's not what it was built for"
MotorWeek · ▶ 6:47"yes the 4 lit is more desirable but they're £400,000 now these are believe it or not better value"
Mat Watson Cars · ▶ 9:53"is it worth twice the money of a .1 GT3 now... no it's not twice the car"
Zygrene · ▶ 16:51Performance
5.0/515 of 15 reviewersstrong consensus“It's actually the most powerful six-cylinder naturally aspirated engine ever fitted to an automobile.”
positive · EverydayDriver · ▶ 78:46“This Mezger engine is something else. Not just how quick the car is... the noise it makes, but the response, the linearity.”
positive · Top Gear · ▶ 36:05“I had not piloted a Porsche 911 that revved so freely bred so strongly all the way to the redline had such a visceral sound”
positive · 9WERKS TV · ▶ 3:21Handling
5.0/514 of 15 reviewersstrong consensus“Every little tiny move in this car is a big response. And that's one of the things that makes it feel so special.”
positive · EverydayDriver · ▶ 80:25“The way this car gets down the road, the feedback immediately from the steering and the chassis is absolutely familiar.”
positive · Top Gear · ▶ 35:35“it grips well it communicates well to you it rides unbelievably well”
positive · 9WERKS TV · ▶ 8:50Fun to drive
5.0/515 of 15 reviewersstrong consensus“That is a pornographic noise.”
positive · EverydayDriver · ▶ 80:22“It's just the king. It's the daddy. It's peak 911. It's peak life.”
positive · Top Gear · ▶ 62:37“it's such a ridiculously well-balanced car”
positive · 9WERKS TV · ▶ 8:26Daily drivability
2.5/514 of 15 reviewerssplit“the gt3 RS has pretty harsh for everyday street use but then that's not what it was built for”
critical · MotorWeek · ▶ 6:47“comfort is low the ride is harsh the seats are narrow”
critical · Doug DeMuro · ▶ 19:31“commuting in this might be a little bit hair raising. Could be done, but wouldn't want to do it.”
critical · Porsche Club America · ▶ 14:20Value
4.0/514 of 15 reviewerssplit“is it worth twice the money of a .1 GT3 now... no it's not twice the car”
critical · Zygrene · ▶ 16:51“yes the 4 lit is more desirable but they're £400,000 now these are believe it or not better value”
positive · Mat Watson Cars · ▶ 9:53“it's hard to give it a very high score but the rs 4.0 is also really special and very limited production”
Doug DeMuro · ▶ 19:53Hear 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
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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
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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
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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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