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Gran Turismo 7 and Polyphony Digital are ending 2025 with one of its largest updates to date. Going live on 4 December, Spec III Update 1.65 features a hearty list of new cars alongside two new tracks, new events and new long-term progression features for players.
Accompanying it is the paid Power Pack DLC that is exclusively available for PS5 and features a new racing-weekend mode that’s all about giving players a more authentic, motorsport-focused experience.
The hefty free update and the feature-packed DLC make for a two-pronged expansion that adds both depth and variety to Gran Turismo 7. From new race machinery and more challenging events to a full simulation-style progression path, December’s update cycle has plenty of content to suit returning and new drivers alike.
Spec III update 1.65 – What’s new
The Spec III Update adds eight new cars, from cutting-edge performance machines to motorsport legends.
Eight new cars added
- Ferrari 296 GT3 ’23 – The race-only evolution of the 296, fitted with a twin-turbo V6 engine optimized for GT3 racing.
- Ferrari 296 GTB ’22 – A hybrid road-going supercar producing 830 hp, combining traditional Ferrari design with next-generation electric power.
- FIAT Panda 30 CL ’85 – A featherweight, purist hatchback featuring Giugiaro’s distinctive design language.
- Gran Turismo F3500-B – A tribute to 1990s Formula-style race cars, with over 700 hp and a highly responsive chassis.
- Mine’s BNR34 GT-R N1 Base – The popular R34 GT-R modified to be equally at home on and off the track.
- Mitsubishi FTO GP Version R ’97 – A retro FF coupé featuring MIVEC technology.
- Polestar 5 Performance ’26 – A premium electric GT, with over 870 hp and advanced chassis engineering.
- Renault Espace F1 ’95 – The original super minivan, now with a Formula 1-derived V10 engine and extreme acceleration.
Two new tracks
Two grand circuits join the track roster:
- Yas Marina Circuit – A modern, technical F1 track with a combination of long straights and tricky low-speed sections, famous for its night races.
- Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve – A classic Canadian track known for its fast chicanes, tight corners and the infamous Wall of Champions.
Other changes
- Added Dunlop Tyres – Available in the Tuning Shop and various factory-default setups.
- Collector Level Extended to 70 – Levels 51 and up grant unlimited invitations to Brand Central.
- New World Circuit Events – World Circuit events including the Nissan GT-R Cup and the Ferrari Circuit Challenge, as well as new races for new and existing tracks.
- Expanded Weekly Challenges – Added Missions and Time Trials to the list of post-ending rotation content.
- Data Logger – Players are now able to review their racing lines, throttle and brake usage, and other telemetry data in real time.
- Seasonal Menu & Additional Café Menus – More collecting content for players who love to complete lists, with Alfa Romeo, Legendary Road Racers, Audi TT and Mazda themed sets.
- New Scapes Spots – Updated backdrops for enhanced car photography.
- Expanded Lighting Tools in Additional Light Location – Adjustments to improve image clarity, particularly in bright scenes or with high contrast.
Power Pack DLC – A new racing experience
Launching with the update is the Power Pack, a paid PS5-exclusive add-on available for $29.99 USD. The DLC features an all-new game mode built around the framework of a real motorsport event.
Each event features practice, qualifying and race sessions, providing the look and feel of an actual racing weekend.
Available in the Power Pack are:
- 50 new races
- 20 themed categories, including endurance-based 24-hour racesGran Turismo Sophy 3.0 AI, which is used exclusively in the mode to create more dynamic, competitive racing
- Six tuned cars made exclusively for the Power Pack’s challenges
- 5,000,000 in-game Credits included
The DLC is targeted at players who are looking for a more simulation-like, motor-racing experience, with deeper and more meaningful progression and a higher level of AI difficulty.
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