Vision Gran Turismo

The Vision Gran Turismo program (commonly abbreviated Vision GT or VGT) is a series of fictional concept cars for the Gran Turismo video game series, developed by a cross-section of the world's top automobile manufacturers.[1] These vehicles appeared originally in the video games Gran Turismo 6, and later in Gran Turismo Sport, both from Polyphony Digital. For the most part, they apply present-day technology and materials, with two notable exceptions that utilize novel propulsion and aerodynamic technologies. Their appearance as free driveable cars has been staggered since the launch of the game in 2013, with each one being available for download once work is complete.

The cars have been met with critical acclaim for their novel approach to aesthetics and performance. Real-life full-size models have been shown at motor shows in Japan, Canada,[2] Germany, England, the USA and Switzerland.

Background

To commemorate the 15th anniversary of the series in 2013, Polyphony Digital announced "Vision Gran Turismo" (with the name reused from an early GT5 trailer), a special project featuring concept cars designed for the game by top automobile companies, as well as sportswear brands Air Jordan and Nike, and automobile designers such as Zagato.

Gran Turismo 6

The Vision Gran Turismo series began in Gran Turismo 6. Each Vision GT vehicle added to the game after its initial release was accompanied with limited-time seasonal events, allowing players to obtain a vehicle by completing a full lap around a certain track.

Mercedes-Benz AMG Vision Gran Turismo

The first Vision Gran Turismo car was released on 20 November 2013 by Mercedes-Benz, known as the "Mercedes-Benz AMG Vision Gran Turismo". The car was available by the time the game had officially been launched. It took the form of a long-hooded coupe with no rear window and an active rear spoiler. Eight rectangular exhaust tips were located above and below the single long taillight, which ran the width of the car.

Another Mercedes-Benz model was the first Vision Gran Turismo release for 2014. Based on the original model albeit with racing modifications, the car was named the "Mercedes-Benz AMG Vision Gran Turismo Racing Series", and was released on 28 January 2014 as the second official Vision Gran Turismo concept car.

BMW Vision Gran Turismo

BMW released their own project four months later, with the "BMW Vision Gran Turismo" (released on 14 May 2014, update 1.07). This was a coupe modelled after BMW's touring cars from the 1970s, with plenty of aerodynamic elements and a twin-turbo six-cylinder engine.

Mitsubishi Concept XR-PHEV EVOLUTION Vision Gran Turismo

Mitsubishi Motors followed with the "Mitsubishi Concept XR-PHEV EVOLUTION Vision Gran Turismo" (released on 30 May 2014, update 1.08). Mitsubishi's entry was, as its name suggests, a plug-in hybrid with rally-oriented widebody styling.

Volkswagen GTI Roadster Vision Gran Turismo

Volkswagen released the fifth Vision Gran Turismo concept car a month later, on 18 June 2014. Named the "Volkswagen GTI Roadster Vision Gran Turismo", the open-top car was then included in the 1.09 update.

Nissan CONCEPT 2020 Vision Gran Turismo + Aston Martin DP100 Vision Gran Turismo

The next month had the unveiling of two Vision Gran Turismo cars that were both made available on 25 July 2014, and are from two separate brands, the "Nissan CONCEPT 2020 Vision Gran Turismo" from Nissan, and the "Aston Martin DP100 Vision Gran Turismo" from Aston Martin. The cars are the seventh and eighth cars to feature in the program, respectively. Both cars have swooping aerodynamic profiles and are heavily inspired by design elements from the brands' past vehicles.

Toyota FT-1 Vision Gran Turismo

The final four months of 2014 saw the release of five Vision Gran Turismo cars, the "Toyota FT-1 Vision Gran Turismo" from Toyota (released on 16 September 2014, update 1.11) being the first. This was an overhaul of Toyota's original FT-1 concept with Group GT3-style aerodynamics.[3][4]

Subaru VIZIV GT Vision Gran Turismo

The FT-1 Vision Gran Turismo was followed by the "Subaru VIZIV GT Vision Gran Turismo" from Subaru (released on 19 November 2014, update 1.14), which designer Tomoyuki Kato states was inspired by katsuobushi.[5] This is evoked by the solid, chiseled appearance of the VIZIV GT.[6]

Chevrolet-Chaparral 2X Vision Gran Turismo + Infiniti CONCEPT Vision Gran Turismo

The "Chevrolet-Chaparral 2X Vision Gran Turismo" from Chevrolet was released next, built in collaboration with Chaparral (released on 17 December 2014, update 1.15).[7] This vehicle, operated in the prone position, uses pulses of light to propel it to speeds of up to 417 kilometres per hour (259 mph). Alongside it was the "Infiniti CONCEPT Vision Gran Turismo" from Infiniti.[8]

Mazda LM55 Vision Gran Turismo

The "Mazda LM55 Vision Gran Turismo" from Mazda was released on 24 December 2014 through its own update and originally found by players before its confirmed addition to the game.[9] It is a low-slung Le Mans Prototype powered by a rotary engine with unknown specifications, and draws inspiration from the company's own 787B Group C car combined with their current Kodo design language.[10]

Mini Clubman Vision Gran Turismo

Another nine cars were added in 2015 for the game, with Mini being the first. Revealed as the "Mini Clubman Vision Gran Turismo", the car was added to update 1.16, releasing on 26 February 2015. A widebody hatchback with X shapes on the round headlights to simulate tape, the Clubman Vision Gran Turismo was designed solely for racing.[11]

Alpine Vision Gran Turismo + Lexus LF-LC GT Vision Gran Turismo

Three cars were revealed a month later on 18 March 2015 in update 1.17, with French automobile manufacturer Alpine's "Alpine Vision Gran Turismo", its racing counterpart, the "Alpine Vision Gran Turismo Race Mode", and Lexus' own "Lexus LF-LC GT Vision Gran Turismo".[12][13][14]

Volkswagen GTI Supersport Vision Gran Turismo

Volkswagen's second Vision Gran Turismo car was added to the game on 13 April 2015 in update 1.18, known as the "Volkswagen GTI Supersport Vision Gran Turismo". Unlike its Roadster counterpart, the Supersport has a roof, with larger headlights and taillights.

Peugeot Vision Gran Turismo

Peugeot would release their first of three Vision Gran Turismo cars in the program, the first one known simply as the "Peugeot Vision Gran Turismo". The car was added in update 1.19, on 31 May 2015. It is powered by a midship-mounted V6 and has an active rear wing.

SRT Tomahawk Vision Gran Turismo

The final three cars added to the Gran Turismo 6 game were all from SRT, the performance division of Dodge. The cars were collectively known as the "SRT Tomahawk Vision Gran Turismo", and came in three different trim levels: S, GTS-R, and X.[15] The Tomahawks, having been designed for 2035, possess various technologies that cannot be attained at the present day, such as graphene bodies and tires that can withstand speeds of over 650 kilometres per hour (400 mph).

They were added in the final update patch, 1.20, releasing on 26 June 2015, owing to the upcoming cessation of support for the PlayStation 3.

Release history

Release history (Gran Turismo 6)
Year Exact date Update Car Country Lead
2013 11/19/2013 1.01Mercedes-Benz AMG Vision Gran Turismo GermanyGorden Wagener
2014 01/27/2014 1.04Mercedes-Benz AMG Vision Gran Turismo Racing Series Germany
05/13/2014 1.07BMW Vision Gran Turismo GermanyAdrian van Hooydonk
05/29/2014 1.08Mitsubishi Concept XR-PHEV EVOLUTION Vision Gran Turismo JapanTsunehiro Kunimoto
06/17/2014 1.09Volkswagen GTI Roadster Vision Gran Turismo GermanyKlaus Bischoff
07/24/2014 1.10Nissan CONCEPT 2020 Vision Gran Turismo JapanMichael Rienth
Aston Martin DP100 Vision Gran Turismo United KingdomMarek Reichman
09/15/2014 1.11Toyota FT-1 Vision Gran Turismo JapanKevin Hunter
11/18/2014 1.14Subaru VIZIV GT Vision Gran Turismo JapanMamoru Ishii
12/16/2014 1.15Infiniti CONCEPT Vision Gran Turismo JapanRuo-Xiang Huang
Liu Zheming
Chevrolet Chaparral 2X Vision Gran Turismo United StatesEdward T. Welburn
12/24/2014 IndividualMazda LM55 Vision Gran Turismo JapanIkuo Maeda
2015 02/25/2015 1.16MINI Clubman Vision Gran Turismo United KingdomAnders Warming
03/17/2015 1.17Alpine Vision Gran Turismo FranceAntony Villain
Alpine Vision Gran Turismo Race Mode France
Lexus LF-LC GT "Vision Gran Turismo" JapanMark Templin
04/13/2015 1.18Volkswagen GTI Supersport Vision Gran Turismo GermanyKlaus Bischoff
05/31/2015 1.19Peugeot Vision Gran Turismo FranceGilles Vidal
06/25/2015 1.20SRT Tomahawk S Vision Gran Turismo United StatesRalph Gilles
SRT Tomahawk GTS-R Vision Gran Turismo United States
SRT Tomahawk X Vision Gran Turismo United States

Gran Turismo Sport

The first three cars to feature in Gran Turismo Sport were all included in the original release of the game.

Hyundai N 2025 Vision Gran Turismo

Hyundai Motor Company were the first to release their car, with the "Hyundai N 2025 Vision Gran Turismo", added to the game on 14 September 2015. The car served as a launch platform for Hyundai's "N" performance division, as well as a glimpse into the future of fuel cell technology in motorsports.

Bugatti Vision Gran Turismo

Bugatti were the second to unveil their car, with the "Bugatti Vision Gran Turismo", which was originally teased in a trailer titled #imaginEBugatti.[16] The car was unveiled two weeks later, releasing on 24 September 2015. It is essentially a race-oriented precursor to the Chiron.[17]

Fittipaldi Vision Gran Turismo

On 1 February 2017, Fittipaldi Motors, headed by Emerson Fittipaldi, teased their Vision GT car, the "Fittipaldi EF7 Vision Gran Turismo by Pininfarina". The model for the car was revealed on 7 March 2017 at the Geneva International Motor Show.

McLaren Ultimate Vision Gran Turismo

On 20 September 2017, McLaren Automotive teased their Vision GT car, the "McLaren Ultimate Vision Gran Turismo". The model for the car was revealed on the next day. Like the Chaparral 2X, the car is driven in a prone position and possesses a lightweight structure.

Daihatsu Copen RJ Vision Gran Turismo + Peugeot L500R HYbrid Vision Gran Turismo

Daihatsu added their own car, based on the second-gen Daihatsu Copen, called the "Daihatsu Copen RJ Vision Gran Turismo" ("RJ" for "Racing Jacket"). It is a closed-top version of the Copen with aerodynamic improvements.

Peugeot also added a second and third car to the programme, dubbed the "Peugeot L500R HYbrid Vision Gran Turismo", and its racing variant, the "Peugeot L750R HYbrid Vision Gran Turismo". Both cars were added in the final and stable release of the game.[18][19]

IsoRivolta Zagato Vision Gran Turismo

IsoRivolta and Zagato revealed their car on 24 October 2017, as the "IsoRivolta Zagato Vision Gran Turismo". The car was added in the 1.06 update and features a Chevrolet V8 with an output of 559 bhp (417 kW; 567 PS).

Honda Sports Vision Gran Turismo

The last Vision Gran Turismo car of 2017 came on 9 November, when Honda debuted the "Honda Sports Vision Gran Turismo". Basically a smaller version of the Honda NSX, it weighs just 903.6 kilograms (1,992 lb).

Audi e-tron Vision Gran Turismo

On 4 April 2018, Audi Sport GmbH teased their Vision Gran Turismo car under the YouTube channel of Gran Turismo. The car was revealed four days later in fully functioning form, and in the Gran Turismo Sport game, as the "Audi e-tron Vision Gran Turismo". Another Audi was revealed along with the e-tron, but instead scraps the "e-tron" moniker and uses a 3.4-liter turbocharged V6, making it a hybrid. This car was simply named the "Audi Vision Gran Turismo".

Release history

Release history (Gran Turismo Sport)
Year Exact date Update Car Country Lead
2015 09/14/2015 Beta Hyundai N 2025 Vision Gran TurismoSouth KoreaAlbert Biermann
09/24/2015Bugatti Vision Gran TurismoFranceAchim Anscheidt
2017 04/27/2017Fittipaldi EF7 Vision Gran Turismo by PininfarinaUnited StatesPaolo Pininfarina
09/21/2017 McLaren Ultimate Vision Gran TurismoUnited KingdomRob Melville
10/17/2017 Stable
release		 Daihatsu Copen RJ Vision Gran Turismo Japan ---
Peugeot L500R HYbrid Vision Gran Turismo France
Peugeot L750R HYbrid Vision Gran Turismo France
10/24/2017 1.06IsoRivolta Zagato Vision Gran TurismoItalyAndrea Zagato
11/09/2017 Individual Honda Sports Vision Gran Turismo Japan ---
2018 04/08/2018 1.17 Audi e-tron Vision Gran Turismo Germany Marc Lichte
Audi Vision Gran Turismo Germany

Recognition

On 23 January 2016, the Japan Car Design Awards ceremony (hosted by Car Styling) was held in Minato, Tokyo, where “Gran Turismo” received the Golden Marker Special Award in recognition of the contribution made with the “Vision Gran Turismo” project.[20] The trophy was presented by a collection of journalists and car designers.

References

  1. ↑ "Vision Gran Turismo - PRODUCTS - gran-turismo.com". gran-turismo.com. Retrieved 27 March 2015.
  2. ↑ VolkswagenCanada (2016-03-02), Exclusive Look at GTI Concept Car | 2016 Canadian International Auto Show, retrieved 2018-10-04
  3. ↑ "Toyota FT-1 Vision Gran Turismo Teased, Coming to GT6 in September". GTPlanet.net. GTPlanet.net. Retrieved 8 August 2014.
  4. ↑ "Toyota FT-1 Vision Gran Turismo Revealed". GTPlanet.net. GTPlanet.net. Retrieved 14 August 2014.
  5. ↑ "Introducing the SUBARU VIZIV GT Vision Gran Turismo". gran-turismo.com. Retrieved 2018-09-12.
  6. ↑ "Subaru VIZIV GT Vision Gran Turismo Teased". GTPlanet.net. Retrieved 7 November 2014.
  7. ↑ "New Vision Gran Turismo Teaser Released on the Corvette Facebook page". Gran Turismo. Retrieved 18 November 2014.
  8. ↑ "GT6 Update 1.15 Brings Chaparral 2X & Infiniti Vision GT Cars". GTPlanet.net. GTPlanet.net. Retrieved 27 March 2015.
  9. ↑ "Mazda LM55 What's your thoughts about it?". GTPlanet. Retrieved 27 March 2015.
  10. ↑ "Mazda LM55 Vision Gran Turismo Introduced in Holiday Update for GT6". GTPlanet.net. GTPlanet.net. Retrieved 27 December 2014.
  11. ↑ "GT6 Update 1.16 Now Available: Midfield Raceway, B-Spec, & MINI Vision GT". GTPlanet.net. GTPlanet.net. Retrieved 27 March 2015.
  12. ↑ "Alpine Vision GT Concept Revealed in Paris". GTPlanet.net. GTPlanet.net. Retrieved 29 January 2015.
  13. ↑ "Lexus LF-LC GT Vision GT Revealed, Coming Spring 2015". GTPlanet.net. GTPlanet.net. Retrieved 27 March 2015.
  14. ↑ "Update Details (1.17) - NEWS - gran-turismo.com". Gran-Turismo.com. Polyphony. Retrieved 18 March 2015.
  15. ↑ http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-3112668/The-650mph-supercar-powered-AIR-Fiat-reveals-Tomahawk-concept-car-drive-virtual-version-now.html
  16. ↑ Bugatti (2015-08-13), #imaginEBugatti, retrieved 2017-11-22
  17. ↑ Counts, Reese (2016-08-04). "Saudi Prince buys Bugatti Chiron and Vision Gran Turismo". Autoblog. Retrieved 2017-01-11.
  18. ↑ "Peugeot L500R HYbrid concept celebrates the past while looking to the future". newatlas.com. Retrieved 2018-04-22.
  19. ↑ "PEUGEOT L 750 R HYBRID VISION GRAN TURISMO, EXTREME AND SPORTY - Auto&Design". autodesignmagazine.com. Retrieved 2018-04-22.
  20. ↑ http://www.gran-turismo.com/gb/news/00_8192785.html
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