Porsche has completed its revised Cayenne line-up with the reveal of Gran Turismo Sport (GTS) derivatives of its premium SUV and its Coupe variant.
Powered by an uprated 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 that produces 368 kW and 660 Nm – which represent increases of 30 kW and 40 Nm over previous Cayenne GTS outputs – the new derivatives are said to accelerate from 0-100 kph in 4.4 sec and go on to a top speed of 275 kph, while the 9-speed Tiptronic S transmission is said to produce more responsive – and quicker – shifts in Sport and Sport Plus modes.
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Chassis tech from Cayenne Turbo GT
The Cayenne GTS and its Coupe equivalent feature variant-specific tuning for all chassis components and control systems, such as Porsche Traction Management (PTM) and the optional Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control. Adaptive air suspension, which works in conjunction with Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) and Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV Plus), is standard, while the ride height has been lowered by 10 mm (compared with other Cayenne derivatives equipped with air springs).
Porsche says that the 2-chamber air suspension gives the Cayenne GTS variants “a highly dynamic spring rate”, while the newcomers’ front-axle pivot bearings and transfer box for the all-wheel-drive PTM system (fitted with an independent water-cooling circuit) are transplanted from the Cayenne Turbo GT.
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While the former increases the negative camber of the wheels by 0.58 degrees compared with other Cayennes to facilitate “notably direct and precise steering and turn-in response”, the Zuffenhausen-based firm says, the latter “stabilises the continuous load capacity” during dynamic driving scenarios.
Exclusive GTS-style design and equipment
The Cayenne GTS and GTS Coupe can be distinguished by dark-tinted HD matrix LED headlamps (with matching taillamps), black “GTS” lettering on the flanks and rear, a bespoke front bumper with bigger cooling air intakes, as well as red brake calipers.
Body addenda, such as the side skirts, front inlays, side-window trims and wheel-arch extensions (they’re all part of the standard Sport Design package) are finished in High-Gloss Black, whereas on previous-gen Cayenne GTS variants, they were body-coloured. The sports exhaust system tailpipes, in turn, are finished in dark bronze, while 21-inch RS Spyder-design alloy wheels are anthracite grey.
The interior of the Cayenne GTS and GTS Coupe features the new Porsche Driver Experience setup with a curved digital instrument cluster (and optional passenger display), a heated GT sports steering wheel, 8-way adjustable sports seats, Bose surround sound and ambient lighting, among a host of features.
Race-Tex fabric abounds
Suede-like Race-Tex fabric covers the roof lining, armrests and door panels, as well as the centre panels of the seats, of which the side bolsters have been further raised to offer even more lateral support. Two alternative, GTS-specific interior packages – Carmine Red or Slate Grey Neo – can also be specified.
What sets the Cayenne GTS Coupe’s spec apart from that of its SUV counterpart, is that it comes fitted with a fixed panoramic roof and an adaptive extending rear spoiler as standard. It can also be specified with a Sports exhaust system (with centrally positioned tailpipes) finished in dark bronze.
The Sports exhaust system, Porsche says, is available as part of 1 of 3 optional weight-reducing sports packages, including a lightweight roof and carbon rear diffuser, as well as reduced insulation. Depending on the spec, the packages can reduce the Cayenne GTS or GTS Coupe’s weight by up to 25 kg.
How much does the Cayenne GTS/GTS Coupe cost in SA?
| Cayenne GTS | R2 475 000 |
| Cayenne GTS Coupe | R2 547 000 |
The prices include a 2-year/unlimited km warranty and a 5-year/100 000 km Drive (maintenance) Plan.
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