Exciting news is on the horizon for Gran Turismo 7 fans as Polyphony, the development team behind the game, has prepared a substantial November update.
Traditionally, updates for Gran Turismo 7 introduce three new cars, but this time around, players can look forward to a remarkable total of seven fresh additions to the game.
Table of Contents
- The Countdown Begins for the November Update
- Earn Credits with Limited Time
- A Sneak Peek into the Upcoming Cars
- New Cars in the November Update
- The Triumphant Return of the Lexus LFA
- The Nissan NISMO Skyline 400R
- A Glimpse of Motorsport Heritage
- The Awaited Arrival of the Tesla Model 3
- A Dose of Americana: Dodge Challenger SRT Demon
- Release Date Speculation
- What Lies Ahead
The Countdown Begins for the November Update
It’s been precisely one month since the last update to Gran Turismo 7. The gaming community had anticipated an October update, but Polyphony decided to shift gears and focus on delivering a more extensive update for November.
This upcoming update defies convention by including seven impressive new cars, offering players an exciting reason to rev up their virtual engines.
Earn Credits with Limited Time
If you’ve been waiting for the perfect moment to dive into GT7 and accumulate credits for these new additions, now is the time.
For those seeking a relatively straightforward method to amass credits, be sure to explore our in-depth money guide.
It provides valuable insights on how to rake in roughly 1,500,000 credits per hour to help you prepare for the new cars.
A Sneak Peek into the Upcoming Cars
Kazunori Yamauchi, the series producer of Gran Turismo, shared his customary cryptic teaser photo on Twitter.
This dimly lit image hints at the new cars making their way into the game, and from what we can discern, they promise to be a thrilling addition to the Gran Turismo 7 experience.
New Cars in the November Update
Let’s take a closer look at the lineup of vehicles showcased in the teaser image. Leading the pack is the unmistakable Porsche 911 GT3 RS (992), the epitome of a lightweight version of the current 911 model.
Boasting a robust 4.0-liter Flat-6 engine with 525 horsepower, this car accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in a mere 3.2 seconds and boasts a top speed of 184 mph.
As a bonus, it was featured at the GT World Finals last November, making its inclusion in the game a logical choice.
The Triumphant Return of the Lexus LFA
Positioned to the left of the Porsche is the legendary Lexus LFA, a car that has left an indelible mark in the world of high-performance vehicles.
Fans have eagerly anticipated the return of this iconic car, which was last seen in GT5 and GT6. With a 4.8-liter V10 engine producing 552 horsepower, the Lexus LFA accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.7 seconds and reaches a top speed of 202 mph.
Its breathtakingly rapid revving and euphoric engine note make it a standout choice for the update.
The Nissan NISMO Skyline 400R
The final car at the forefront of the image bears a striking resemblance to the Nissan NISMO Skyline 400R, a modified version of the R33 generation Skyline.
Equipped with a 2.8-liter twin-turbo Inline-6 engine generating 400 horsepower, it achieves a 0-60 mph sprint in 4.0 seconds and maintains a top speed of 186 mph.
A Glimpse of Motorsport Heritage
Moving to the cars in the background, let’s start from the far left. It appears to be the Mercedes-Benz 190E, a popular choice for touring car racing, particularly those powered by Cosworth engines.
The high-end variant of the 190E features a 2.5-liter Inline-4 engine producing 204 horsepower, resulting in a 0-60 mph time of 7.5 seconds and a top speed of 147 mph.
Interestingly, the Gran Turismo movie hinted at more cars featured in the film possibly making their way into the game.
The Awaited Arrival of the Tesla Model 3
Next to the 190E is a car that was previously featured in promotional material prior to the game’s launch. The 2011 Formula Drift champion, Dai Yoshihara, drove a Tesla Model 3 adapted for the Pikes Peak Hillclimb.
Text accompanying the pre-release video mentioned that the Tesla Model 3 would be included in a future GT7 update. While there are multiple versions of the Model 3, it’s likely that the Performance edition, equipped with electric motors producing 527 horsepower, will be introduced.
Despite its weight of nearly 1.85 tonnes, this model sprints from 0 to 60 mph in 3.3 seconds and reaches a top speed of 162 mph.
A Dose of Americana: Dodge Challenger SRT Demon
Another highlight of the update is the anticipated introduction of the Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170, which shares the same 6.2-liter HEMI V8 engine with the Charger SRT Hellcat.
However, the power output is elevated from 707 to a remarkable 1,025 horsepower. This street-legal drag racer can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in a jaw-dropping 1.66 seconds and claims a top speed of 215 mph.
For fans of classic Dodge muscle cars, the update also caters to them with the second-generation Charger. The specific version remains uncertain, but it’s likely to be a Charger R/T 440, featuring a 7.2-liter V8 engine, offering 381 horsepower.
This powerplant propels the car from 0 to 60 mph in 5.6 seconds and allows it to reach a top speed of 150 mph.
The Charger R/T 440 became iconic for its role in the 1968 movie Bullitt, featuring in one of the most memorable cinematic car chases of all time.
Release Date Speculation
While the release date is yet to be officially confirmed, it is expected that all seven cars will make their debut this week.
Given Gran Turismo 7’s history of Thursday releases for updates, November 2 is a strong possibility. However, an earlier release date can’t be ruled out.
Whether all the vehicles will be introduced at once or if some will be held back for a later release remains to be seen.
What Lies Ahead
The update tantalizes players with the introduction of new cars, but the community also hopes for new tracks, quality-of-life improvements, new game modes, and a complete implementation of the Sophy AI.
As the November update approaches, Gran Turismo 7 enthusiasts can look forward to an exciting expansion of the game’s offerings.
