Gran Turismo 7’s 1.71 replace roars onto PS5 today*, bringing with it new automobiles, in addition to introducing three new World Circuits, whereas Whistler added as featured Curation in Scapes.
Every of the 4 automobiles on this replace provides a distinct form of driving expertise. Whether or not you might be chasing model, discovery, precision, or one thing new, this replace is constructed to be explored your approach.
That will help you determine which one to drive first, test out the beneath guide, detailing what makes each particular and exhibits you precisely how to leap in.
1.71 replace – Automotive Field Guide
Every automobile matches right into a easy class:
- Road Icon
- Sleeper Choose
- Pure Driver
- Subsequent Gen Efficiency
Choose what feels proper, begin easy, and discover from there.
New Vehicles***
’97 Toyota Chaser Tourer V
*Might be bought from Used Vehicles
Class: Road Icon
Road Icons are all about presence, model, and cultural influence. These are the automobiles gamers join with and make their very own.
The Chaser has immediate perspective. Its stance and silhouette give it a pure presence, whereas its roots in tuner tradition and the world of drifting give this Toyota a ton of avenue cred. That is the form of automobile that rapidly turns into a favourite as a result of it displays how gamers select to drive, customise, and categorical themselves.
How to expertise it in GT7
Begin right here: Take it to Tokyo Expressway and run a clear lap
Then do that: Add a livery in GT Auto and head to the Tuning Store to begin modifying the Chaser
Stage up: Seize a replay or Scapes photograph that exhibits your model of the automobile
’97 Toyota Mark II Tourer V
*Might be bought from Used Vehicles
Class: Sleeper Choose
Sleeper Picks are understated at first look, however reward gamers who spend time with them.
Not to be confused with the Chaser, the Mark II carries quiet confidence. It could not demand consideration instantly, but it surely connects with gamers who get pleasure from discovering one thing somewhat deeper. It represents a aspect of automobile tradition the place fame is constructed by way of really feel, data, and efficiency relatively than look alone.
How to expertise it in GT7
Begin right here: Take it to Tokyo Expressway or one other city monitor and get a really feel for it
Then do that: Evaluate it to different street automobiles from an identical period
Stage up: Tune and take a look at totally different setups to discover what fits your model
In case you get pleasure from discovering hidden favorites that reward time and a spotlight, that is your automobile.
’08 Caterham Seven Superlight R500
*Might be bought from Model Central
Class: Pure Driver
Pure Driver automobiles strip all the things again and focus solely on the connection between driver and street.
The Caterham delivers one of the crucial direct driving experiences in GT7. Light-weight and responsive, it places each enter in your palms with no distractions. It’s much less about energy and extra about precision, making each nook and braking second really feel earned.
How to expertise it in GT7
Begin right here: Run a Time Trial on a technical monitor like Deep Forest Raceway
Then do that: Deal with enhancing lap consistency over a number of runs
Stage up: Refine braking, cornering, and racing traces to shave off time
If you’d like to really feel each enter and enhance with each lap, that is the place to begin.
’25 Hyundai IONIQ 6 N
*Might be bought from Model Central
Class: Subsequent Gen Efficiency
Subsequent Gen Efficiency automobiles symbolize the evolution of pace, expertise, and driving really feel.
The IONIQ 6 N brings a contemporary edge to the replace. It displays the place efficiency is heading and invitations gamers to expertise one thing totally different from conventional expectations. It feels contemporary, responsive, and a part of a brand new chapter in driving.
How to expertise it in GT7
Begin right here: Take it to a quick circuit like Excessive-Pace Ring
Then do that: Run a customized race towards trendy efficiency automobiles
Stage up: Evaluate its efficiency throughout tracks and refine your driving strategy
If you’d like to expertise the place efficiency goes subsequent, begin right here.
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*Gran Turismo 7 1.71 replace can be out there without cost for Gran Turismo 7 gamers starting today at 11:00pm PDT / August 20 at 7:00am BST / 3:00pm JST**.
**Web connection required for replace.
***Credit (paid or through sport development) required to buy automobiles.