The Complete iRacing GTE Cars list

The Complete iRacing GTE Cars list
Author Alessio Lorandi
Alessio Lorandi
December 24, 2021

Are you prepared to make a step up from GT3 to GTE?

Ever heard about the fact that iRacing has 5 GTE cars? Plans to add more in the second half of 2022 would also be good.

Today we are going to conduct an overview of those lists, putting the more recognized at the outset of the list.

GTE cars are pure monsters and will prepare you for death behind the wheel.

For the love of God, one cannot believe how realistic the car’s handling is!

The Complete iRacing GTE Cars list

The fact that the car’s response to feedback is so good is quite surprising.

If you are utilizing the Thrustmaster or Fanatec or Logitech racing wheel, then it gets even better!

Except if your driving experience is complemented by AIs.

These are GT3s that ruin most global shedding iRacers but in case you’re in the mood for something new, GTEs are just what you need.

iRacing GTE list

Here’s a list of the 5 GTE cars you can get in iRacing:

  1. Ferrari 488 GTE
  2. Ford GT GTE
  3. BMW M8 GTE
  4. Porsche 911 RSR
  5. Corvette C8.R

We’re gonna have an in depth look into each and one of them, but first let’s take a closer look at what GTEs are all about for the begineers out there.

Are GTE cars faster than GT3?

Why yes they are, and most of the time by 1.5 to 2 seconds, depending on the circuit and its grip.

The simple explanation for that is the fact that the cars are quite a bit different which gives GTE cars more room for development, more electronics, more Aerodynamics..

Are GTE cars faster than GT3?

Though freedom has its limits and they do have less BOP and do not have the ‘luxury’ of using ABS as it is for GT3 cars (Traction control still allowed).

Now without procrastinating any further let’s now explain all the cars on the list one by one without leaving any point out

Ferrari 488 GTE

First and foremost in our list is the Ferrari 488 GTE.

As you can tell just by the exterior design, this car falls under the best looking GTE portfolio that is in existence.

But let’s not get sidetracked, this car is also one of the strongest ones since it’s got quite an impressive list of victories on its shoulders.

Ferrari 488 GTE

You can use this car on various famous circuits such as Le mans, and Laguna Seca, Sebring, Daytona and so on.

The very high downforce as well as drag efficiency makes it very fast in the corners and straight sections as well.

Ford GT GTE

When it comes impressing you with the looks of the car, the Ford GT GTE is probably the car that will leave you tongue tied.

Recent fotos make the car very powerful in impression with a pronounced aggression.

Ford GT GTE

As most of GT 3 cars it is not as nice as Ferrari 488 GTE but on few circuits it is still true beast for queens.

Most likely this is the reason, why Ford is not taking parts in the GT3 races at all – they can’t be as proficient in their aerodynamics development

BMW M8 GTE

Next comes BMW M8 with all its mighty aggressive sporty postures.

As for performance wowowowe it is not a char limo.

BMW M8 GTE

It is the same as the Ford GT but at times, it gives an impression of being nimbler on some tracks.

Porsche 911 RSR

This car surely has its reasons for winning the WE championship for so many years in a row.

And there’s probably a reason for that…

As probably you know, since some time already Porsche became active in GT3 class complete with development of new technologies for GTE adoption.

Porsche 911 RSR

And that is why 911 RSR is a very mature vehicle now that can be dialed in to greatness without taking much time over the race day.

911 RSR os bolstered with proof that failure is not one of its vocabulary where endurance races are concerned.

Corvette C8.R

As far as the car is concerned, I am not a fan of it to be honest given that it has not really shown anything impressive in the last few WEC races though it still can be quite good.

Surely, I would never pick it over a Porshe 911 RSR or over a Ferrari 488 and even the iRacing people.

Corvette C8.R

All in all, it was sort of a disappoint me but iRacing done a marvelous work on this car so I have to give it respect and trust.

What does GTE Mean?

GTE means ‘GT Endurance’.

That makes them different from their GT3 counterpart which is majority sprint races.

What’s the difference between the GTE and the GT3 cars?

These cars are made to endure races more so it implies that more practicality can be protected in the development stage more so they are all reliable.

There’s a reason they are racing in the WEC “World Endurance Championship”.

And these are the very same reasons they are appreciated by iRacers from all parts of the globe.

These beasts are not like gt3 cars, they are (except for ford gt) more like other prototypes with strong engines and big wings.

Conclusion:

These 5 GTE cars are now a standard in the iRacing cars portfolio and with all the reason.

This is something which the people have been asking for, on iRacing, for a long tie and at last it has come decently as they had anticipated.

The vehicle is still quite fresh on the platform and that’s why it is expected to get some changes in the physics of the vehicle in the coming 2-3 months.

Of course, this class shall receive more interest from all of us shortly. Therefore, it’s better to get used to them at the moment.

Oh, and don’t forget to take proper care of these beauties which will be added to your garage, they are potential maniacs. 😉

Just be aware that you will receive certain free iRacing cars, with the subscription fee, to ensure you don’t get bored whilst on the trial.

Hope this all makes sense.

Enjoy sim racing 🙂

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Alessio Lorandi

Alessio has been involved at the highest levels in racing since the age of 5 (2003). He won a CIK-FIA World Championship in 2013 and then raced in F3, F2, and finally GT3s before now dedicating himself to SOLOX. He’s now on a mission to help thousands of sim racers around the world achieve their fullest potential through his ACC setups.

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