Gran Turismo 7 Spec III lands with new cars, tracks and PS5 Power Pack

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Polyphony Digital has detailed the next Gran Turismo 7 rollout – Spec III Update 1.65 – alongside a new PS5‑exclusive game mode called Power Pack. The update expands the car roster, adds two licensed circuits and introduces systems aimed at more consistent, real‑race play. The add‑on focuses on structured events and advanced AI. Both launch on Thursday, December 4 at 00:00 local time (2:00am BST / 4:00pm JST).

The studio’s post outlines eight vehicles, two tracks, new World Circuits events, a raised Collector Level cap, and tools like a Data Logger. Power Pack delivers 50 events across 20 themed categories and uses Gran Turismo Sophy 3.0 throughout.

Spec III 1.65 – cars added to Brand Central, Used Cars and Legend Cars

The update introduces a spread of GT3 machinery, EV performance, a ’90s formula tribute and cult classics. Availability is specified per in‑game dealership.

• Ferrari 296 GT3 ’23 – Oreca‑built GT racer with a 3.0L twin‑turbo V6 (non‑hybrid), around 600 hp. Brand Central.
• Ferrari 296 GTB ’22 – road car with V6 twin‑turbo PHEV outputting 830 hp, 0‑62 mph in 2.9 s, top speed 205 mph. Brand Central.
• FIAT Panda 30 CL ’85 – Giugiaro‑designed FWD hatchback; engines from 652 cc to 903 cc. Used Cars.
• Gran Turismo F3500‑B – ’90s F1‑inspired formula car with a high‑revving V8, 700+ hp and adjustable front wings. Brand Central.
• Mine’s BNR34 GT‑R N1 base – street‑track tuned R34 capable of sub‑1‑min laps at Tsukuba; restored in 2021. Brand Central.
• Mitsubishi FTO GP Version R ’97 – FF coupé, up to 197 hp via MIVEC with INVECS‑II transmission. Used Cars.
• Polestar 5 Performance ’26 – electric GT with 872 hp, 1,015 Nm, claimed 416‑mile range, magnetorheological dampers, 350 kW fast charging. Brand Central.
• Renault Espace F1 ’95 – V10‑powered minivan using a 3.5L F1 engine at 788 hp, 0‑62 mph in 2.8 s, 196 mph. Legend Cars.

Two real‑world circuits join the roster

Spec III adds modern Middle Eastern and Canadian venues with full specs. Below is a quick reference comparing layout metrics.

Yas Marina mixes long straights and low‑speed sections, regularly hosting twilight racing. Circuit Gilles‑Villeneuve emphasizes rhythm through left‑right sequences and ends with the well‑known final chicane exiting at the Wall of Champions.

Gameplay and progression updates

Beyond content, Spec III tweaks systems to support more structured play and long‑term collecting.

• Dunlop Tires integrated – newly featured in the Tuning Shop and as default on certain special cars (exceptions apply).
• Collector Level cap raised to 70 – levels above 50 grant unlimited Brand Central invitations.
• World Circuits – new events:
  • 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
  • No. 48: Alfa Romeo Legends – Collector Level 70
  • No. 49: Legendary Road Racers – Collector Level 66‑and‑above
  • No. 50: Audi TT – Collector Level 52‑and‑above
  • No. 51: Mazda – Collector Level 57‑and‑above

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  Power Pack on PS5 – structured race days with Sophy 3.0

  The Power Pack introduces a separate mode built around full race‑weekend flow – practice, qualifying and main race. It contains 50 new events across 20 categories, including 24‑hour endurance runs featuring Gr.1 and Gr.3 machinery.

  

  • AI focus – all events use Gran Turismo Sophy 3.0 for close, tail‑to‑nose duels.
  • Progression – finishing positions award Stars; collecting Stars unlocks bonuses, including six unique cars tuned by Gran Turismo.
  • Access – appears as a sailboat pavilion on the World Map after completing Menu Book No. 9: Championship – Tokyo Highway Parade.
  • Included credit balance – add‑on bundles 5,000,000 in‑game Credits.

  Availability and requirements

  

  • Release – Spec III Update 1.65 and the PS5 Power Pack are available on Thursday, December 4 at 00:00 local time (2:00am BST / 4:00pm JST).
  • Platform notes – Power Pack mode is for PlayStation 5.
  • Requirements – internet connection is required for the update; Update 1.65 is required for the add‑on; in‑game Credits are required to purchase vehicles.

  Official sources and video

  

  Details and patch notes: gran-turismo.com

  Video materials from the announcement:

  

  Why it matters – a denser GT7 for structured racing

  

  Spec III 1.65 deepens the sandbox with cars, circuits and systems aimed at cleaner laps and longer careers, while Power Pack adds a focused mode for weekend‑style race days with advanced AI. For players, it means clear pathways to practice, qualify and race – and more reasons to return week‑to‑week.

  

• 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
• No. 48: Alfa Romeo Legends – Collector Level 70
• No. 49: Legendary Road Racers – Collector Level 66‑and‑above
• No. 50: Audi TT – Collector Level 52‑and‑above
• No. 51: Mazda – Collector Level 57‑and‑above
• AI focus – all events use Gran Turismo Sophy 3.0 for close, tail‑to‑nose duels.
• Progression – finishing positions award Stars; collecting Stars unlocks bonuses, including six unique cars tuned by Gran Turismo.
• Access – appears as a sailboat pavilion on the World Map after completing Menu Book No. 9: Championship – Tokyo Highway Parade.
• Included credit balance – add‑on bundles 5,000,000 in‑game Credits.
• Release – Spec III Update 1.65 and the PS5 Power Pack are available on Thursday, December 4 at 00:00 local time (2:00am BST / 4:00pm JST).
• Platform notes – Power Pack mode is for PlayStation 5.
• Requirements – internet connection is required for the update; Update 1.65 is required for the add‑on; in‑game Credits are required to purchase vehicles.