Gran Turismo 7 could soon add a new high-performance vehicle drawn from the world of extreme aftermarket builds. The car in question is the HPA FT565 MK2 TT, a heavily modified second-generation Audi TT, whose potential inclusion in Polyphony Digital’s simulator has begun to attract attention after being directly referenced on the official HPA Motorsports website.
On the U.S. tuner’s website, the model appears under the heading “Gran Turismo 7 – HPA FT565 MK2 TT,” a designation that not only explicitly links the vehicle to the game, but is also accompanied by a dedicated link and visual material detailing its full technical specifications. While there is currently no official confirmation from Polyphony Digital, the way the car is presented suggests, at the very least, that a collaboration may be underway or that an in-game integration is being planned.
An Audi TT taken to the extreme
The HPA FT565 MK2 TT is based on the Audi TT Mk2, but retains very little of its original configuration. HPA quotes an output of 565 horsepower and 500 lb-ft of torque, figures that place it well above any factory version of the model. At the core of the project is an HPA-developed twin-turbo kit, featuring Garrett GT25R turbochargers with HGP housings, combined with extensive internal upgrades designed to withstand the significant increase in performance.
The transmission has also undergone a major transformation, with the adoption of a seven-speed DQ500 DSG gearbox, reinforced with high-performance clutch packs, along with a GEN2 sport controller for the Haldex system. Together, these components point to a power delivery optimized for demanding driving conditions, both on track and in a simulated environment.
Chassis, brakes, and performance-focused setup
Beyond the powertrain, the package is completed by a comprehensive chassis upgrade. The FT565 is equipped with KW V3 suspension, an oversized braking system featuring 365 mm front discs with eight-piston monoblock calipers, and a rear setup matched to the car’s increased performance. The car rides on Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires mounted on 19-inch Moda MD3 wheels, a common combination for road-legal, high-performance builds.
Visually, the model features an Oettinger body kit, “slant door” conversions, and a striking Lamborghini Gallardo Orange paint finish. These elements reinforce its exclusive character and would align well with the level of visual detail that has become a hallmark of Gran Turismo 7.
A strong hint, but no official confirmation
The fact that the name Gran Turismo 7 appears both in the title and the URL on HPA’s website is particularly noteworthy. It is uncommon for a tuner to link one of its projects so directly to a video game without some form of prior agreement or a well-founded expectation of collaboration. Nevertheless, until Polyphony Digital makes a formal announcement, the presence of the HPA FT565 MK2 TT in GT7’s virtual garage remains, for now, an unconfirmed possibility.
If it does materialize, the addition of this model would further reinforce the simulator’s focus on unique vehicles and high-level technical builds, expanding its scope beyond traditional factory cars. Such a move would be consistent with the recent evolution of Gran Turismo 7, which continues to explore the intersection of automotive culture, specialized engineering, and high-fidelity simulation.
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