Gran Turismo 7’s New Update: What to Expect
Gaming has changed a lot since I was a kid. Back then, we got game demos on CDs that came with magazines. Sure, the magazine cost money, but you got to try several games without buying the full versions. I loved reading Level magazine—it helped spark my interest in writing, too.
Today, games are way more expensive. Are they better? Maybe. Or maybe some of the magic faded as I got older. Either way, I’m still thankful when games like Gran Turismo 7 offer free updates. You can’t complain when new content comes at no extra cost.
Recently, fans spotted a notice that Gran Turismo 7’s servers would be down for maintenance on May 15. That usually means a new update is coming. Sure enough, someone accidentally leaked a video showing the new cars for the update people are calling the “Maypril” release.
At first, I didn’t believe it. Some users even said the leaked footage looked like Forza Horizon, not GT7. But more posts started popping up, and eventually it turned out to be real. Even Kazunori Yamauchi—the man behind the Gran Turismo series—posted a teaser of the new car silhouettes on social media.
There’s no new track in this update, though. Rumors say we might get one in June or July. For now, let’s focus on the cars we are getting.
The biggest highlight is the Ferrari 812 Superfast. This car has a powerful V12 engine with 789 horsepower, making it one of the fastest Ferraris in the game. We already have over 20 Ferraris, but no one’s going to say no to this beast. I expect it to cost around 500,000 credits in-game, which is a fair price.
The update also includes the 2001 Corvette Z06 (C5). Fans have wanted this one for a while. It’s got 385 horsepower and sits perfectly between the C4 ZR-1 and C6 ZR1. People are already excited to turn it into a race-ready C5R.Next up is the 2021 Honda CR-V E: HEV EX Black Edition. It’s the latest hybrid SUV in a line of recent additions, including the Mazda CX-30 and Toyota C-HR. Some players may not love the slower cars, but Honda CR-V fans will enjoy driving it on their favorite tracks.
The last car is a surprise: the 2012 Suzuki Carry KC, a tiny Kei truck. Some players guessed a small truck would be added, and they were right. It might even get a funny engine swap option like a 13B rotary engine. We’ll likely see it in the Lightweight K-Cup races and future Weekly Challenges.
My guess? The Ferrari 812 Superfast will be used in the next Online Time Trial event—probably on fast tracks like Monza or Nürburgring. The Corvette C5 could shine in Special Events and might be great for Laguna Seca or Willow Springs. The Suzuki Carry is just plain fun and will definitely get some spotlight in the game’s quirky race modes.
FAQs
1. When will the Gran Turismo 7 update be available?
The update is expected to go live shortly after server maintenance on May 15, 2025.
2. What are the new cars in the GT7 “Maypril” update?
The update includes the Ferrari 812 Superfast, 2001 Corvette Z06 (C5), 2021 Honda CR-V Hybrid Black Edition, and 2012 Suzuki Carry KC.
3. Is there a new race track in this update?
No, there’s no new track this time. However, there are rumors that a new circuit may be added in a future update around June or July.
4. How much will the Ferrari 812 Superfast cost in the game?
While the exact price isn’t confirmed, it’s expected to be around 500,000 in-game credits.
