2019 Porsche 911 GT2 RS

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Rating7.9

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Midsize Coupe
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$293,200
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on July 11, 2022

ProsConsWhat's New

Excellent handling characteristics

Understandably firm ride quality due to the whole setup.

Introduces track-focused GT2 RS model.

Flat-6 engine accelerates like a bat out of a hell

The exhaust note is a symphony to the pursuits' ears

Specs & Features

$293,200

price

690 hp @ 7000 rpm

horsepower

553 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm

torque

7-Speed Automated Manual

transmission

3.8L 6cyl RWD 7AM

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2019 Porsche 911 GT2 RS coupe makes for an excellent contender in the midsize coupe class. With a single trim on offer, the Porsche 911 GT2 RS has a base MSRP of $293,200 and competes directly with the McLaren 720s, the Lamborghini Aventador SVJ, and the Ferrari 488 GTB. Only a 3.8L twin-turbocharged Flat-6 engine is offered, mated to a 7-Speed Automatic transmission. Together, they produce 690 horsepower and 553 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 2.7 seconds, the 911 GT2 RS coupe maintains a combined fuel economy of 17 MPG. Porsche offers the 911 GT2 RS in 8 stunning colors, with the Lava Orange being a particular favorite of ours. 

Buying Advice

Boasting a MSRP of $293,200, the 2019 Porsche 911 GT2 RS is a mighty powerful coupe with plenty of refined features in it. The 911 GT2 RS is available as a standalone trim and has almost all the necessary performance oriented standard features in it. There's also a large variety of customization options available for buyers who desire to personalize their 911 GT2 RS.

Trims

    Base
    $293,200 onwards
    • 20-inch painted forged aluminum Wheels
    • Alcantara simulated suede Seat trim
    • Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning

Compare to similar cars

Price

$293,200

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.88

Horsepower

690 hp @ 7000 rpm

Torque

553 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm

Capacity

2

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Gasoline

7.42

265 hp @ 5600 rpm

295 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

5

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Gasoline

8.08

729 hp @ 8400 rpm

507 lb.-ft. @ 5500 rpm

2

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Gasoline

7.54

247 hp @ 5500 rpm

269 lb.-ft. @ 1200 rpm

5

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Gasoline

7.66

250 hp @ 5500 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

5

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Gasoline

7.18

503 hp @ 6000 rpm

513 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

4

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Gasoline

8.86

571 hp @ 8000 rpm

398 lb.-ft. @ 6500 rpm

2

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Gasoline

8.27

710 hp @ 7500 rpm

568 lb.-ft. @ 5500 rpm

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Gasoline

7.85

580 hp @ 7000 rpm

465 lb.-ft. @ 5500 rpm

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Gasoline

8.47

680 hp @ 8000 rpm

514 lb.-ft. @ 5750 rpm

4

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2019 Porsche 911 GT2 RS vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    2.87 sec-211 mph
    2.3 sec--
    2.6 sec--
    2.7 sec10.2 sec212 mph
    2.9 sec10.7 sec217 mph
    3 sec-208 mph

    2019 Porsche 911 GT2 RS vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      15 mpg21 mpg17 mpg23.7 gal.355.5/497.7 mi.
      22 mpg30 mpg25 mpg19 gal.418/570 mi.
      22 mpg29 mpg24 mpg18.5 gal.413.6/545.2 mi.
      22 mpg27 mpg24 mpg21.7 gal.477.4/585.9 mi.
      18 mpg24 mpg20 mpg20.5 gal.369/492 mi.
      15 mpg22 mpg18 mpg19 gal.285/418 mi.

      2019 Porsche 911 GT2 RS vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        179.1 in.74 in.51.1 in.4 in.96.5 in.
        195.5 in.72.2 in.57.2 in.6 in.114.6 in.
        194.6 in.82.6 in.44.7 in.4.1 in.106.3 in.
        193.8 in.78 in.54.5 in.6 in.117.7 in.
        193.8 in.78 in.54.5 in.-117.7 in.
        188.9 in.79.9 in.44.7 in.4.1 in.106.3 in.

        2019 Porsche 911 GT2 RS vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          4 cu.ft.-16 cu.ft.
          234.1 cu.ft.78 cu.ft.234.1 cu.ft.
          4.9 cu.ft.50 cu.ft.141.5 cu.ft.
          9 cu.ft.177.8 cu.ft.108.4 cu.ft.
          33.5 cu.ft.145.4 cu.ft.94.1 cu.ft.
          15.9 cu.ft.52 cu.ft.10.6 cu.ft.

          2019 Porsche 911 GT2 RS vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
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            16 cu.ft.4 cu.ft.16 cu.ft.-
            48 cu.ft.29.7 cu.ft.63.3 cu.ft.-
            83.1 cu.ft.15.9 cu.ft.10.6 cu.ft.-
            60.7 cu.ft.22.7 cu.ft.60.7 cu.ft.-
            66.4 cu.ft.4.9 cu.ft.66.4 cu.ft.-
            234.1 cu.ft.234.1 cu.ft.234.1 cu.ft.-

            2019 Porsche 911 GT2 RS vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              -793 lbs.3241 lbs.
              5291 lbs.1550 lbs.3870 lbs.
              3500 lbs.1250 lbs.4109 lbs.
              1000 lbs.1153 lbs.3652 lbs.
              --4112 lbs.
              --3834 lbs.

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