2026 Porsche 992.2 GT2 RS: Everything We Know So Far

The first hybrid 911 GT2 RS

The biggest change the Porsche 992.2 generation brought is electrification. The new 3.6-liter T-Hybrid powertrain is not featured in all variants of the current 911, but they will be found in about half of them, including the upcoming Porsche 992.2 Turbo/ Turbo S. Like the base Carrera model, the Porsche 992.2 Carrera T will also rely on the familiar 3.0-liter unit. The GT2 has always combined the track-focused aerodynamics of the GT3 RS with the turbo power of the 911 Turbo S, minus the all-wheel drive. The 992.2 GT2 RS will not be any different.

Although the 992.1 lineup did not feature hybrid models, Porsche had built the platform with electrification in mind, which is why it was so easy to put the new powertrain in the 992.2 models. The upcoming 911 Turbo and Turbo S will feature a more powerful variant of the T-Hybrid system, and given that the GT2 RS was always based on the Turbo, it should feature an even more potent variant of the same mill.

Electrification will not weigh down the 992.2 GT2 RS as much as you think

The Porsche 991.2 GT2 RS produced 700 horsepower, which was enough to secure the title of the fastest rear-engine sports car around the Nürburgring. Given the 992.2 Turbo S’ predicted figure of around 710 horsepower, we can expect the 2026 GT2 RS to make close to 800 horsepower. The level of electrification should remain relatively low for the sake of keeping things lightweight.

The T-Hybrid’s e-motor is integrated into the PDK transmission housing and features a 400-volt system that can generate its own energy in three different ways – by using the engine as a generator, through brake recuperation, and exhaust gas recuperation. Given the T-Hybrid adds 110 pounds to the weight and the GT2 RS models do away with the 911 Turbo’s all-wheel drive, I expect the 992.2 GT2 RS to be around 180 pounds lighter than the 992.2 Turbo S’s.

The final looks of the 992.2 GT2 RS are still a mystery

A variety of spy videos have shown the Porsche 992.2 GT2 RS test mule, disguised as a GT3 RS. One of the videos, provided by SpyCarMedia (see above paragraph) clearly indicates that the engine working under the decklid is not the 4.0-liter normally aspirated flat-six. Instead of the high-pitched sound of the high-rev unit, you will hear a deeper growl and very distinct turbo noises.

The GT2 RS models have always been similarly styled to the GT3 RS, albeit still featuring distinctive traits to set them apart. The fact Porsches using a GT3 RS body as a test mule suggests the 992.2 GT2 RS should feature similar aerodynamic properties. I suspect the biggest difference will be in cooling as the turbocharged engine produces more heat, which means the front apron may be redesigned to send more air towards the radiator.

Another chapter in Porsche 911 GT2 history

Porsche 993 GT2 - where it began

The GT2 has always been a homologation for a racing car. It started with the 993 generation, which as the name suggests, was a homologation special for the GT2 racing series. That was even before a 911 GT3 existed – the Carrera RS was the closest thing to it at the time. Porsche released the 993 GT2 in 1999 – two years after the 993 Carrera made its official debut. This is the only air-cooled 911 GT2 model.

This is where the traditional GT2 formula was born. Take the range-topping 911 Turbo. Remove the all-wheel drive, give it crazy aero, and strip it of anything non-driver essential. A true race car for the road. A total of 194 Porsche 911 (993) GT2s were built. Of those, 25 are right-hand drive and 21 are the more powerful GT2 EVO – a sort of a precursor to future GT2 RS models.

The Porsche 996 GT2 is one of the last analog 911s

In 2001, Porsche replaced the 993 GT2 with the 996 GT2, which was even more powerful – 462 horsepower versus 424 horsepower (444 for the 993 GT2 EVO). The 996 GT2 can easily be mentioned in the same sentence as the Porsche 930 Turbo "Widowmaker” as it did not feature traction control. At 1,287 units made, the Porsche 996 GT2 was a lot more mass-produced than the 993, although still highly-exclusive.

Porsche 997.2 GT2 - the GT2 RS takes over

It was with the 997 generation when the GT2 first got an even madder, GT2 RS variant, which added 100 horsepower and removed even more weight. Unlike one very specific 997 GT3 variant, which was the last Mezger-powered Porsche 911, the 997 GT2/ GT2 RS did not feature a Mezger unit, instead opting for the then-new DFI (direct fuel-injected) mill. 1,261 units of the 997 GT2 were produced, while 1,213 units of the Porsche 997 GT2 RS were made.

Porsche 991.2 GT2 RS - broke its own record

From 991.2 the GT2 was dropped, leaving the GT2 RS as the most radical 911 Porsche would sell you. The 991.2 generation introduced the first GT2 RS to develop 700 horsepower. It was also the first that didn’t come with a manual transmission, instead opting for the seven-speed PDK automatic. With 500 units made, the Porsche 991.2 GT2 RS is the second-rarest GT2 ever made.

In 2017, the 911 GT2 RS became the quickest road-going car around the Nürburgring, managing 6:47.3 minutes. In 2021, the 991.2 GT2 RS returned after Porsche partner, Manthey Racing worked its magic on the most insane 911. This resulted in a lap time of 6:43.3 - 4.0 seconds quicker than four years ago. At the time of writing this, the Porsche 991.2 is the second-quickest car around "The Green Hell”, behind the Mercedes AMG One.

Porsche 992.2 GT2 RS - promises of out-worldly performance and sustainability

The 992.2 GT2 RS should most likely be electrified, but we already saw in the GTS, how this doesn’t have to ruin the sports car experience. In fact, Porsche’s brilliant T-Hybrid system brought the mid-range 992.2 to the same performance levels as the 992.1 Turbo S, owing to that quicker Nürburgring time. Now think of that same setup, with more power, less weight, and a lot more downforce. That’s what the Porsche 992.2 GT2 RS will be.