Gran Turismo 7 Spec IV update brings new circuits, seven revealed cars, and a thrilling two-stage rollout featuring Autumn Ring.
Alright, petrolheads, let’s talk about Gran Turismo 7’s Spec IV update. I’ve been grinding away in GT7 since launch, and when the State of Play announcement dropped last month, I genuinely sat up in my chair. Two new circuits, twelve new cars, and a two-stage rollout? That’s a proper content dump, no joke. The Spec IV update is being released in two parts, and as of right now we know both tracks and seven of the twelve cars. The rest? Still under wraps, and honestly, that mystery is half the fun.
Here’s the breakdown, nice and clean:
| Stage | Release | Track | Cars Revealed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 | October 15 | One new circuit | 6 |
| Stage 2 | December | Autumn Ring | 1 confirmed so far (BMW M5) |
So stage one lands on October 15 with one fresh track and six new cars. Stage two follows in December with Autumn Ring—a classic name that’s got a lot of long-time fans buzzing—and six more cars, though the only one we know for sure right now is the BMW M5. That means five cars are still a total mystery. Cue the speculation threads, right?
Let’s dig into the stage one car list, because it’s a weird and wonderful mix:
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Honda Civic Si Group A Version ’87 – An old-school Group A hero. If you love throwing a lightweight hatchback into corners and pretending you’re in a touring car race, this one’s for you. Absolute cult classic material.
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Honda StepWgn Spada Premium Line ’23 – A minivan. In Gran Turismo. And you know what? I’m here for it. GT7 has always had a soft spot for oddball daily drivers, and the StepWgn is peak “why is this so fun?” energy.
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Citroen 2CV 6 Charleston ’86 – Slow, quirky, and full of character. This is the kind of car that makes a Sunday cruise feel like an event. Not everything needs 600 horsepower, mate.
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Ferrari F355 Berlinetta ’94 – Oh, hello. The F355 is a proper nineties icon, and its V8 soundtrack is the stuff of legend. This is the highlight of the stage for me, hands down.
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Mazda RX-Vision GT3 Evo ’26 – A concept racer with rotary spirit. It looks futuristic and aggressive, and I can’t wait to see how it handles on a tight circuit.
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Xiaomi Vision Gran Turismo – A wildcard entry from the tech world. Vision Gran Turismo cars are always bonkers, and this one is going to turn heads, whether you love it or hate it.
That’s a pretty tasty lineup. You’ve got nostalgia, meme potential, genuine racing pedigree, and a concept car that looks like it escaped from a sci-fi movie. Classic Gran Turismo, if you ask me.
Now, Autumn Ring in December is a big deal. It’s a short, technical track that rewards rhythm and punishes mistakes. I’ve had some absolute nail-biters there in older GT games, and seeing it come back with modern physics and visuals is going to be sick. The first stage’s new circuit is still a bit of a question mark in terms of name, but we know it’s coming, and Polyphony Digital rarely disappoints with track design.
As for the BMW M5 in stage two—yes, please. A proper performance sedan is always welcome, and the M5 has that perfect blend of luxury and brute force. But I’m just as curious about the five unknown cars. Will we get another classic? A modern hypercar? Something completely left-field like a kei car or a truck? Honestly, the speculation is half the hype. I’ve seen people begging for everything from a Toyota Chaser to a Porsche 911 GT1. Fingers crossed, eh?
So, am I excited for the Spec IV update? You bet. Two stages mean we’ve got something to look forward to in both October and December, and the mix of cars is exactly the kind of variety that keeps GT7 fresh. Whether you’re a collector, a racer, or just someone who likes cruising in a tiny French hatchback, there’s something here for you. Let’s hope the mystery cars deliver the goods. Until then, I’ll be grinding credits and practicing my lines at Autumn Ring in my head. See you on the track.