The Porsche 911 is an iconic premium sports coupe by the German brand, which is upgraded after every few years to bring the best that the brand has to offer. With its multiple models, the 911 maintains a strong reputation amongst the Porsche enthusiasts across the globe.
The 2018 Porsche 911 GT3 is a high-performance model that houses a powerful engine for superior performance. The all-new Porsche 911 GT3 boasts of excellent handling, comfortable ride and amazing performance due to the presence of a 6-speed manual transmission that the sports car enthusiasts enjoy the most.
The cabin has been designed to be spacious and luxurious to offer a memorable in-cabin experience to its occupants. The vehicle has been fitted with latest technologies and safety features that make the 2018 Porsche 911 GT3 even more enjoyable.
Here is a review of the 2018 Porsche 911 GT3 available in the UAE with a closer look at its design, performance, safety features and price in the UAE.
Design of the 2018 Porsche 911 GT3
The 2018 Porsche 911 GT3 has a revised design that still maintains the iconic styling of the sports coupe yet at the same time offers a more modern look. The exterior of the coupe is exceptionally aerodynamic from front to back for a powerful performance. The interior has been designed to offer the latest luxuries and comfort features to the occupants for a memorable ride experience.
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Exterior
The front of the 2018 Porsche 911 GT3 has been redesigned to become more aerodynamic and ensures that the vehicle’s performance is what the sports car enthusiasts expect. One can notice the front fascia now has a longer nose that curves down to meet with the grille while the Bi-Xenon headlamps have retained their look.
As the main focus of the design is now on better aerodynamics, the grille has been designed to be bigger and wider with larger air intakes on the sides to offer better engine cooling function along with enhanced downforce of the sports coupe. The sides have new airblades to improve engine cooling function and make it more effective.
These aerodynamic elements make the front of the vehicle very intimidating, which adds to the aggressive appeal of the 2018 Porsche 911 GT3. To make the stance of the vehicle sportier and more commanding, the 2018 911 GT3 has been designed to be 44mm wider and fitted with 20-inch forged alloy wheels and sports tyres.
To further improve the performance of the vehicle, the designers at Porsche have also redesigned the rear of the coupe. The rear wing, wing uprights and lid are designed with carbon fiber to reduce the weight of the vehicle and improve its performance. The signature fixed rear wing is now 20mm higher than the previous model to improve the downforce of the vehicle.
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Interior
The interior of the 2018 Porsche 911 GT3 has been designed to be spacious and luxurious so that both the driver and passenger can enjoy the ride. The cabin has been ergonomically designed to be driver-centric, yet at the same time ensures that the occupants have everything they want within easy reach.
In front of the driver is an Alcantara leather-wrapped sports steering wheel with gearshift paddles and 4.6-inch Driver Information Display that shows vital information to the driver in real-time. The cabin has Alcantara Leather Upholstered Sports Seats, however, there are options of 18-way power adjustable Adaptive Sports Seats, Full Bucket Seats and Sports Bucket Seats.
The technological features in the 2018 Porsche 911 GT3 include the brand new Porsche Communication Management System, Bluetooth, Connect Plus, Porsche Sound System with 8-loudspeakers, Automatic Climate Control System and a lot more. The BOSE Surround Sound System with 12-loudspeakers is available as an optional feature.
Performance of the 2018 Porsche 911 GT3
The performance of the 2018 Porsche 911 GT3 has received plenty of upgrades including a new powertrain and a retuned chassis for improved performance. The most exciting aspect of its high-performance attributes is that the all-new Porsche 911 GT3 has been manufactured on the same production line as the 911 race cars to give the GT3 an extra boost of strength and craftsmanship.
The 2018 Porsche 911 GT3 is a rear-wheel drive sports coupe that has replaced the 3.8-litre flat-6 engine with a new 4.0-litre flat-6 engine for a superior performance. This new engine features Direct Fuel Injection System for a more efficient performance and is capable of producing 493 horsepower and 460Nm of torque (20Nm more than the previous model).
To make the performance of the 2018 Porsche 911 GT3 even better, the sports coupe is available with the option between 6-speed manual transmission and 7-speed automatic transmission. With the 6-speed manual transmission, the 2018 Porsche 911 GT3 has a top speed of 320 Km/h and it can go from 0 to 100 Km/h in just 3.9 seconds. When the 2018 Porsche 911 GT3 is fitted with a 7-speed automatic transmission, it has a top speed of 318 Km/h and can go from 0 to 100 Km/h in just 3.4 seconds.
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Performance-Enhancing Attributes
The 2018 Porsche 911 GT3 features a Sports Exhaust System that has two front silencers, one rear silencer and two catalytic converters that work together to reduce the pressure and increase the power output of the vehicle. The chassis has been retuned for improved driving dynamics, stability and handling.
The Porsche Stability Management System has been designed to automatically maintain the stability of the vehicle at high speed. The Porsche Active Suspension Management System, on the other hand, will offer continuous adjustment of each wheelbase according to the driving conditions.
The 2018 Porsche 911 GT3 comes with two drive modes that can be selected according to preference of the driver. The Normal Mode is designed for driving the GT3 on wet racetracks or public roads whereas the Sport Mode is designed for maximum lateral acceleration and best traction on the track.
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Safety Features
The 2018 Porsche 911 GT3 has been fitted with latest safety features to ensure that the driver is always in complete control of the vehicle. With the addition of active safety features, the all-new Porsche 911 GT3 is perfect for drivers who enjoy high-speed driving without compromising safety.
Some of the highlighting safety features of the 2018 Porsche 911 GT3 include:
- Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake
- Porsche Side Impact Protection System
- Advanced Airbag Technology
- Porsche Stability Management
- Anti-lock Brake System
- Forward Collision Warning
- Lane Departure Warning
- Brake Assist
- Electronic Stability Control
- Automatic Emergency Braking System
- Crash Imminent Braking
- Dynamic Brake Support
- Seatbelt Reminder System
- Traction Control
- Blind Spot Monitoring System
- Parking Aid
- Back-up Camera
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
The optional safety features include:
- Lane Change Assist
- Automatic Post-Collision Braking System
Price of the 2018 Porsche 911 GT3 in the UAE
The 2018 Porsche 911 GT3 is a premium sports coupe by Porsche that is already available in the UAE with 6-speed manual transmission and 7-speed automatic transmission. The starting price of the 2018 Porsche 911 GT3 is AED 566,000 that can go as high as AED 650,000 with the optional features and technologies.
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