Porsche is aware of selection is the spice of life by providing a large number of variations for the automobiles it sells. The Cayenne isn’t any completely different, and now the GTS is extra fascinating than ever. The driving force-focused trim stage continues to skip electrification nevertheless it’s packing a larger punch. Its twin-turbo V-8 engine has been massaged to unlock an additional 40 hp and 30 lb-ft of torque.
With 493 hp and 487 lb-ft on faucet, the 2025 Porsche Cayenne GTS wants simply 4.2 seconds to hit 60 mph from a standstill. Flat out, the big SUV can do 171 mph. Output is routed to each axles by way of an eight-speed computerized transmission offering faster gear adjustments when in Sport or Sport Plus. As earlier than, the GTS taste is offered for each the conventionally formed SUV and its sleeker-looking “Coupe” sibling.
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There’s extra to the brand new GTS than the upgraded V-8 since Porsche engineers have additionally fiddled with the suspension. The entrance axle’s pivot bearings come from the range-topping Turbo GT for extra direct steering. Fitted as customary and retuned for the GTS, the air suspension lowers the trip peak by 10 mm in comparison with the lesser Cayenne fashions. At an extra price, consumers can go for lively roll stabilization.
One other function trickling down from the flagship Turbo GT is the separate water-cooling circuit for the AWD system. Elsewhere, the Cayenne GTS Coupe will get an adaptive rear spoiler and an elective exhaust with center-mounted suggestions. Porsche is providing three packages that may shave off as much as 55 kilos, which frankly is not loads within the grand scheme of issues. The curb weight is not talked about however the outdated one tipped the scales at a considerable 4,954 kilos.
Visible adjustments in comparison with the opposite trim ranges embody larger entrance air intakes, purple brake calipers, together with tinted headlights and taillights. Porsche sells the 2025 Cayenne GTS fashions with a normal Sport Design Package deal that blacks out sure exterior components. The darkish look is utilized to the wheel arch extensions, window surrounds, and rocker panels. On the outdated GTS, these areas had the identical shade as the remainder of the physique. As well as, the beforehand black exhaust suggestions at the moment are darkish bronze.
Rounding off the adjustments on the skin are the 21-inch RS Spyder Design wheels. As for the cabin, Porsche applies Race Tex microfiber on the door playing cards, headliner, steering wheel, and on the facilities of the eight-way adjustable seats. Alternatively, clients can go for Slate Gray or Carmine Crimson themes.
The order books will open quickly for anybody keen to shell out no less than $126,895 for the Cayenne and $131,495 for the Cayenne Coupe, after vacation spot prices. Sellers will get the primary autos this fall. The GTS may very well be the candy spot within the vary contemplating the Cayenne Coupe-only Turbo GT prices an eye-watering $197,950.
