The voice in our head that spurs us on. The ambition to give our all. The insatiable hunger for more. It is precisely this inner drive that dwells within the new 911 GTS models.
GTS. Three letters that first sparked waves of excitement back in 1963 with the 904 GTS. Three letters that have since been uniting racetrack performance with incredible sportiness in everyday driving on the road. Three letters that, with the new 911 GTS models, represent an athletic boost of 22 kW (30 hp) and 50 Nm by comparison with the 911 Carrera S models.
And a great deal more in terms of sharpness of design, equipment specification and driving dynamics.
GTS. A sports car concept for all those who regard superlative standards as a reason for being – because, quite simply, nothing less would do.
Porsche 911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet:Standard consumption (l/100km): 9.4; Carbon dioxide emissions (g/km): 214; Carbon dioxide emissions of Fuel and / or power supply (g/km): 50; Efficiency category:G
Porsche 911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet PDK:Standard consumption (l/100km): 8.7; Carbon dioxide emissions (g/km): 196; Carbon dioxide emissions of Fuel and / or power supply (g/km): 46; Efficiency category:G*
Porsche 911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet:Standard consumption (l/100km): 9.4; Carbon dioxide emissions (g/km): 214; Carbon dioxide emissions of Fuel and / or power supply (g/km): 50; Efficiency category:G
Porsche 911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet PDK:Standard consumption (l/100km): 8.7; Carbon dioxide emissions (g/km): 196; Carbon dioxide emissions of Fuel and / or power supply (g/km): 46; Efficiency category:G*
911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet
Consumption data
Porsche 911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet:Standard consumption (l/100km): 9.4; Carbon dioxide emissions (g/km): 214; Carbon dioxide emissions of Fuel and / or power supply (g/km): 50; Efficiency category:G
Porsche 911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet PDK:Standard consumption (l/100km): 8.7; Carbon dioxide emissions (g/km): 196; Carbon dioxide emissions of Fuel and / or power supply (g/km): 46; Efficiency category:G *
Exterior
The front end is imposing. That’s down to the clear and, above all, functional use of form. Large air intakes increase the supply of air and underline the sportiness of each GTS model.
The lighting concept sets standards. Bi-Xenon main headlights including Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS) impress with characterful four-point LED daytime running lights.
The centre-lock wheels are the essence of pure motorsport. Painted in satin black, the 20-inch 911 Turbo S wheels boast outstanding roadholding and track performance thanks to their remarkable width. 20-inch Carrera S wheels with a 10-spoke design are available on request.
The rear end is even more muscular. It is 44 mm wider than on the 911 Carrera S – a tangible plus for dynamic performance through every corner.
An eye-catching feature of the rear-wheel drive 911 Carrera GTS models: the accent trim between the tinted taillights. It’s finished in black, just like the centrally positioned twin tailpipes of the sports exhaust system – fitted as standard.
Exclusive to the all-wheel-drive models: the seamless LED light strip, characterised by powerful illumination, and an unmistakable design.
In short, every last detail has been harmoniously coordinated. For impressive performance. For an expressive appearance. For a sports car worthy of the GTS name.
Interior
What’s the use of inner drive without a clear objective? It’s all the more important to have an interior that lets you concentrate on the essentials. By giving you quick access to all the information you need while you’re driving.
A particularly sporty interpretation of this idea is the mode switch on the GT sports steering wheel, which enables you to choose from four driving modes. Then there’s the clear arrangement of the five round instruments, and the intuitive way of operating Porsche Communication Management (PCM) including online navigation by multi-touch gestures or voice control.
The materials are exquisite and sporty in equal measure. The first indicator is the model logo in black on the door sill guard. Another is the use of race track proven Alcantara®. Particularly easy to grip, it lines the steering wheel rim and the gear lever/selector. And it is also found on the door pulls, the armrest on the door panels, the lid of the centre console storage compartment and – in the Coupé models – on the roof lining.
The seat centres are also upholstered in Alcantara®. The headrests are additionally embroidered with the ‘GTS’ logo. The rear seats? Coupé owners decide whether they stay or go.
Anything can be enhanced. Even things that are already top class. Proof: the optional GTS interior package, designed to add sporty contrasts.
The optional leather interior package with extensive items in Alcantara® includes accents in the contrasting colour of Carmine Red or Rhodium Silver. The ‘GTS’ logos on the headrests are embroidered in the chosen contrasting colour. As are various decorative seams and the ‘PORSCHE’ logo on the floor mats. The seat belts and the dial face of the rev counter are also finished in the contrasting colour.
And it gets sportier still: with carbon. This particularly lightweight material is used on the dashboard trim strips and doors, as well as on the centre console. A touch of motorsport authenticity.
The GTS interior package lends the new 911 GTS models even greater functional and visual individuality. For your very own interpretation of sport. And your very own GTS.
Performance
This increase in power was possible thanks to the twin-turbo six-cylinder horizontally opposed engines with direct fuel injection (DFI) and VarioCam Plus. They develop an impressive 331 kW (450 hp) at 6,500 rpm.
The maximum torque of 550 Nm is available across an astonishingly wide torque plateau from 2,150 to 5,000 rpm.
With optional Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) and Launch Control activated, the 911 Carrera GTS sprints from 0 to 62 mph in only 3.7 seconds. Top speed is 192 mph.
Another burst of adrenaline is triggered by the legendary sound of the boxer engine. With the SPORT or SPORT PLUS button selected, it’s enough to raise goose bumps even when the engine’s idling.
The drive system of the new 911 GTS models is a twin-turbo configuration. It has two turbochargers with charge-air cooling, one for each cylinder bank. Both turbos have been optimally adapted to the displacement and power output of the engine. This construction minimises the inertia of the drivetrain and, in conjunction with rapid regulation of boost pressure, it helps to provide spontaneous responsiveness. The new turbochargers leave the sceptics in their wake and find a new destination: unexplored levels of torque and a performance that hits the driver in an instant. In the form of direct acceleration, visceral forward thrust, and another extra boost – to your adrenal system.
Sport exhaust system
With the sports exhaust system, the new 911 GTS models also set new standards for sound. Two catalytic converters and a rear silencer lead into two centrally positioned tailpipes with a black (highgloss) finish. For a look otherwise more likely to be seen on the racetrack. For impressive resonance and an intense sports car sound – typical of the 911. For 100 % Porsche. And for goose bumps at the push of a button.
