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In celebration of Gran Turismo crossing more than 100 million units sold worldwide, Polyphony Digital is getting ready to release the Free for all “Spec III” Update, bringing New Tracks, New Cars, and a Host of Exciting Features to the world’s most famous racing game.
Alongside the update, Polyphony Digital will also release the Powerpack DLC, which will be the first paid DLC pack for Gran Turismo 7. The new paid Power Pack DLC for GT7 on PS5 brings 50 new races across 20 themed categories, including 24-hour races, six unique cars specially tuned by Gran Turismo, tail-to-nose battles with Gran Turismo Sophy 3.0, and is bundled with 5,000,000 in-game Credits for $29.99 USD through PlayStation Store.
Spec III Update 1.65
8 new cars**
Ferrari 296 GT3 ’23
(Can be purchased from Brand Central)
A pure racing evolution of the 296 GTB, the GT3 drops the hybrid system for a 600 hp 3.0L twin-turbo V6. Built by Oreca, it debuted at the 2022 Spa 24 Hours and raced at Daytona in 2023. An Evo version arrives in 2026.
Ferrari 296 GTB ’22
(Can be purchased from Brand Central)
Ferrari’s first V6 twin-turbo road car in decades, paired with a PHEV system for 830 hp. It accelerates 0–62 mph in 2.9s and tops 205 mph. Compact design echoes the 250 LM, blending tradition with innovation.
FIAT Panda 30 CL ’85
(Can be purchased from Used Cars)
Giugiaro’s minimalist masterpiece, the Panda, was a practical FWD hatchback with flat panels and hammock seats. Engines ranged from 652 cc to 903 cc, and a pioneering 4×4 model appeared in 1983.
Gran Turismo F3500-B
(Can be purchased from Brand Central)
A tribute to ’90s F1, this formula car swaps the V12 for a high-revving V8 producing 700+ hp. It’s lightweight, responsive, and fitted with adjustable front wings.
Mine’s BNR34 GT-R N1 base
(Can be purchased from Brand Central)
Mine’s tuned R34 GT-R blends street style with track prowess, clocking sub-1-minute laps at Tsukuba. Restored in 2021, it remains a legend among enthusiasts.
Mitsubishi FTO GP Version R’97
(Can be purchased from Used Cars)
A stylish FF coupé with up to 197 hp via MIVEC tech and advanced INVECS-II transmission.
Polestar 5 Performance ’26
(Can be purchased from Brand Central)
A 5m electric GT with 872 hp, 1,015 Nm torque, and 416-mile range. It features a bonded aluminum frame, with the performance edition sporting magnetorheological fluid dampers and 350 kW fast charging.
Renault Espace F1 ’95
(Can be purchased from Legend Cars)
Europe’s first minivan, with a 3.5L V10 F1 engine producing 788 hp. Built by Matra, it hits 196 mph and accelerates to 62 mph in 2.8s—a true motorsport oddity.
Tracks
The following two new tracks have been added.
Yas Marina Circuit
(Length: 5,281m / Elevation Change: 11m / No. of Corners: 16 / Longest Straight: 1233m)
Located in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, the Yas Marina Circuit stretches across Yas Island on the Persian Gulf and is one of the most modern circuits in the world, sitting next to a marina, luxury hotels, and theme parks. This challenging layout features a carefully constructed mix of long straights and low-speed technical sections and has already played home to a number of famous racing moments. It is also known for being one of the only tracks to hold twilight races, which run through the evening.
Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve
(Length: 4,361m / Elevation Change: 5m / No. of Corners: 14 / Longest Straight: 1173m)
Named to celebrate the life and achievements of late Canadian F1 driver Gilles Villeneuve, the historic Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve was opened in the city of Montreal in Quebec, Canada, in 1979. The layout features many consecutive corners twisting left and right, where drivers will need to choose the correct line and get into a rhythm. The final chicane is an infamously difficult section that exits at the Wall of Champions, so called as 3 champions crashed into the wall at the 1999 F1 Canadian Grand Prix.
Dunlop Tires
Originally founded in the UK and now operating from Japan, Dunlop Tires have been added. After the update, tires featured in the Tuning Shop and default tires on special cars will feature Dunlop designs. (Excluding certain vehicles)
World Map / ‘Power Pack’ Pavilion
The Power Pack pavilion has been added to the World Map. The sailboat icon will appear at the bottom right of the map after completing Menu Book No. 9: Championship: Tokyo Highway Parade. The Power Pack is a paid DLC for PS5 only that aims to deliver a realistic racing experience, featuring 50 races across 20 categories, all presented as full track sessions with practice, qualifying, and the race.
Collector Level
The Collector Level cap has been raised from 50 to 70. For levels gained above 50, players will be rewarded with unlimited invitations for use in Brand Central.
World Circuits
The following new events have been added to World Circuits:
- European Sunday Cup 400: Goodwood Motor Circuit
- Japanese FF Challenge: Blue Moon Bay Speedway – Infield A
- Nissan GT-R Cup: Circuit Gilles–Villeneuve
- Ferrari Circuit Challenge: Yas Marina Circuit
- World Touring Car 800: Yas Marina Circuit
- Super Formula: Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve
- Gr.1 Prototype Series: Yas Marina Circuit
Weekly Challenges
Mission Challenge and Time Trial events have been added to the Weekly Challenges that unlock after viewing the ending. Alongside Special Race, these events will be available for a limited time period.
Data Logger
The new Data Logger feature has been added. This feature is available in non-racing modes like Time Trial, Licenses and Circuit Experience. Players will be able to load data from the previous attempt or from replays to view and compare data such as racing lines, throttle and brake inputs, speed, and engine RPM all in real-time.
Café / Seasonal Menu
The Seasonal Menu has been added to the Café as new post-ending content. Collect different cars each season to unlock extra rewards.
Café / Extra Menus
The following new menus have been added to Extra Menus.
- Extra Menu No. 48: Alfa Romeo Legends（Collector Level 70)
- Extra Menu No. 49: Legendary Road Racers（Collector Level 66 and above)
- Extra Menu No. 50: Audi TT（Collector Level 52 and above)
- Extra Menu No. 51: Mazda（Collector Level 57 and above)
Scapes
The following locations have been added as featured Curations in Scapes.
- Yas Marina Circuit
- Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve
- Tuning Shop
- Additional Light Location
In the Additional Light Location, extra lighting has been added to create brighter, more beautiful photos in situations where the car can appear too dark, like with strong backlighting.
Power Pack DLC
On December 4, the highly anticipated Gran Turismo Power Pack DLC arrives on the PlayStation 5 version of Gran Turismo 7 as a paid Add-On ($29.99 USD), delivering a brand-new game mode based around the theme of real racing and comes bundled with 5,000,000 in-game Credits.***
The Power Pack represents a new challenge in Gran Turismo, offering a new format in pursuit of the true racing experience.
The new game mode offers a variety of motorsports challenges, including full racing weekend formats FROM practice to qualifying to the main race, as well as 50 new events across 20 themed categories, including the 24-hour races, all inspired by global automotive and motorsport traditions. AI Agent Gran Turismo Sophy 3.0 is used exclusively throughout all the races for more realistic tail-to-nose racing action.
Upon completing the Menu Book No.9 Championship: Tokyo Highway Parade, a sailing boat will appear at the bottom left of the World Map. Clicking on this Pavilion will take you to a screen where the Power Pack can be purchased from the PS Store.
Intense, tail-to-nose battles with Gran Turismo Sophy 3.0
The Power Pack exclusively features the latest version of Gran Turismo Sophy 3.0 for the most realistic and intensive AI challenge in GT to date.
50 events over 20 categories, including 24-hour races
Travel the world of racing, participating in One-Make series to full-scale race days featuring Gr.1 and Gr.3 cars in 24-hour endurance challenges and unique races.
Receive special cars available in the Power Pack
Completing a race earns you Stars according to your finishing position. Collecting these Stars enables you to purchase various bonuses, including six unique cars specifically tuned by Gran Turismo. The more stars you earn, the more cars you can add to your collection.
*Internet connection required for update. This post has been updated to reflect the correct availability timing of the Spec III Update & Power Pack DLC in the UK and Japan.
**Credits (paid or via game progression) required to purchase vehicles.
*** Update 1.65 required. Menu Book No.9 is required to access Power Pack features.
Official Webpage – www.gran-turismo.com
