Gran Turismo Cars: From Road to Racing Track
Why do we need car classes?
In Gran Turismo, you can drive any car you want. The game features more than 520 cars of all different types. They are divided into car classes to separate them for racing purposes. Races can only allow certain types of cars, to make them competitive. Who would want to race in a Levin against a Porsche 962?
All car classes
We will introduce all car classes in Gran Turismo 7:
Group N
The charm of Group N is that it is easy to access. These cars are mainly regular road vehicles. You can think of them as cars you drive every day but with the ability to perform well on racetracks. These cars vary in power and are, therefore, divided into 10 sub-classes.
N100
Examples: Honda BEAT ’91
N200
Examples: Lancia STRATOS ’73
N300
Examples:
Nissan SKYLINE
Honda NSX Type R ’92
N400
Examples: Ford GT40 ’66
N500
Examples: Ferrari F40 ’92
N600
Examples: McLaren F1 ’94
N700
Examples: Pagani Huayra ’13
N800
Examples: Lamborghini Veneno ’14
N900
Examples:
N1000
Examples: Ferrari LaFerrari ’13
Group 4 – Entry Racing Cars
Group 4 cars are the first step into serious racing. These cars are perfect for those who want to compete but not deal with the complexity of top-level motorsport. They serve as a gateway to the exciting world of GT car racing. It is based on the FIA/SRO GT4 class.
Examples: Ferrari 458 Italia
Grand Touring Racing cars
Group 3 cars are based on the FIA GT3, GT2, and GT 1 class. It represents higher tier touring racing cars such as the Porsche 911 RSR (991) ’17 or the Toyota Supra GT500 ’97.
A class for silhouette racing cars
Group 2 includes the top-tier touring cars such as Toyota GT-One (TS020) ’99 or the BMW McLaren F1 GTR Race Car ’97. They usually have no more than 900 PP but are the best of the best concerning touring cars.
Prototype Cars
Group 1 has the best prototype cars. Prototype Cars are at the forefront of automotive innovation. They are the best racing machines there are and are used in Real World events like 24 hours of Le Mans and other prestigious races.
| Car | PP in GT7 | Horsepower in kW | Price |
| SRT Tomahawk Vision Gran Turismo Gr.1 | 913.37 | 517 | 1,000,000 |
| Peugeot 908 HDi FAP – Team Peugeot Total ’10 | 907.33 | 522 | 1,000,000 |
| Hyundai N 2025 Vision Gran Turismo Gr.1 | 906.43 | 477 | 1,000,000 |
| Bugatti Vision Gran Turismo Gr.1 | 904.08 | 478 | 1,000,000 |
| Audi Vision Gran Turismo | 903.11 | 548 | 1,000,000 |
| Peugeot L750R HYbrid Vision Gran Turismo, 2017 | 902.37 | 517 | 1,000,000 |
| Mazda LM55 Vision Gran Turismo Gr.1 | 900.33 | 477 | 1,000,000 |
| Toyota TS030 Hybrid ’12 | 900.13 | 395 | 1,000,000 |
| McLaren Ultimate Vision Gran Turismo Gr.1 | 898.82 | 606 | 1,000,000 |
| Porsche 919 Hybrid ’16 | 889.36 | 373 | 3,000,000 |
| Genesis X Gran Racer Vision Gran Turismo Concept | 887.08 | 648 | 1,000,000 |
| Audi R18 TDI ’11 | 884.48 | 397 | 3,000,000 |
| Nissan GT-R LM NISMO ’15 | 884.40 | 450 | 1,000,000 |
| Audi R18 ’16 | 882.40 | 377 | 1,000,000 |
| Toyota TS050 – Hybrid ’16 | 882.22 | 377 | 1,000,000 |
| Alpine Vision Gran Turismo 2017 | 878.32 | 443 | 1,000,000 |
| Jaguar XJR-9 ’88 | 859.88 | 559 | 3,000,000 |
| Toyota GR010 HYBRID ’21 | 859.26 | 500 | 3,000,000 |
| Porsche 962 C ’88 | 853.08 | 515 | 1,300,000 |
| Sauber Mercedes C9 ’89 | 849.97 | 529 | 3,500,000 |
| Nissan R92CP ’92 | 847.75 | 588 | 2,000,000 |
| Mazda 787B ’91 | 839.00 | 599 | 3,300,000 |
Rally Cars
Group B includes all rally cars. They are all about being adaptable and tough and are specifically tuned to run on all surfaces. These cars are the off-road heroes in the world of motorsport. Unlike cars used on tracks, rally cars need special skills. They require precision and a spirit of adventure.
Examples: Audi Sport quattro S1 Pikes Peak ’87
Outsiders
Group X contains all cars, which can not be allocated to the categories above.
Examples: SRT Tomahawk X Vision Gran Turismo
Frequently Asked Questions
What Makes a Car Eligible for a Specific Class in Gran Turismo?
Classification in Gran Turismo, like in real-life racing, looks at a car’s performance. This includes its changes and how well it follows rules. Things such as power, weight, aerodynamics, and the type of drive affect where a Porsche, Audi, or any car belongs in the Gran Turismo classes.
How Does Car Classification Affect Racing Strategy in Gran Turismo?
Car classification plays a big role in racing strategy in Gran Turismo. A Ferrari GT car needs a different plan compared to a BMW designed for touring car racing. It is important to understand the strengths and weaknesses of each type. This knowledge helps with tire management, passing other drivers, and overall race performance.
Can Players Customize Cars Across Different Classes in Gran Turismo?
Customization in Gran Turismo lets players adjust their cars. However, you may not always move a car from one class to another. You can upgrade a Ford to be race-ready or improve your Aston Martin. But to switch to a different racing class, like making a Maserati into a rally car, you might need to make big changes.