Porsche
Macan GTS
Porsche
announced the new Macan GTS. With more power, a reengineered suspension, unique
GTS-specific exterior and interior appointments, and new connectivity options,
the new Macan GTS provides an enthusiastic driving experience that enhances the
current Macan range.
Based
on the 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V6 engine in the Macan S, the Porsche Macan
GTS incorporates hardware changes and a unique engine calibration to allow the
engine to develop 360 hp at 6000 rpm and 500 Nm of
torque between a broad 1650-4000 rpm. The rest of the all-wheel-drive
powertrain matches up to the Macan Turbo; Porsche's seven-speed PDK dual-clutch
transmission is combined with Porsche's Traction Management system (PTM) that
actuates an electro-hydraulic, multi-plate clutch to variably engage the front
axle depending on traction needs. This powertrain package accelerates
the Macan GTS to 100 km/h in as little as 5 seconds in conjunction
with the optional Sport Chrono Package and up to a top track speed of 256 km/h.
Porsche's
Stability Management system is also recalibrated for this application, and when
combined with the Sport Chrono package, it provides an even more dynamic
driving experience. Large 360 mm front rotors, with six-piston fixed calipers
finished in red, and 330 mm rear rotors, with single-piston calipers also
painted in red, provide the braking force needed for performance use and assist
with torque vectoring, via Porsche's optional Torque Vectoring system (PTV). Air
suspension, including Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM), comes
standard on the Macan GTS. This combination provides adjustable ride height and
damper stiffness. These parameters help optimally tune the car for virtually
any driving condition. Macan GTS specific suspension tuning also includes a
10-millimeter reduction of standard ride height, compared to the Macan Turbo,
further lowering the center of gravity.
The
Porsche Macan GTS is characteristically recognized by the many black exterior
accents. The window trim is finished in high gloss black, there is a matte
finish on the lower body and the Porsche Macan GTS designation on the rear
hatch, and the standard 20" RS Spyder Design wheels are finished in Satin
Black. Side blades, located in the lower portion of the doors, are matte black
with GTS logos in contrasting gloss black. The Macan GTS will be available with
optional LED headlights that feature Porsche's unique four-point daytime
running lights, as well as a cornering light function.
On
the inside, the Macan GTS features a standard leather package and GTS sport
seats with Alcantara seat centers and GTS logos on the headrests. An optional
GTS interior package, featuring a Carmine Red tachometer and deviated
stitching, seat belts, and embroidered GTS logos on the headrests is also
available. The standard PCM (Porsche Communication Management system) includes
Sound Package Plus, eight speakers, a USB and aux-in interface, SiriusXM and
HD radio, and Bluetooth capability. An optional PCM with Navigation module
includes a hard-drive based navigation system that supports 3D navigation
display, satellite image overlays, and dynamic route calculation.
Two
connectivity systems are optional: available for the standard PCM is Porsche
Connect, which provides Apple CarPlay integration. Porsche Connect Plus is
available for the PCM with Navigation system. Connect Plus expands on Connect
by including a hot-spot capable LTE modem for connectivity. Passengers can surf
the web, while the driver can access real-time traffic, and even transfer
destinations and calendar appointments from a smartphone into the PCM.
Sales
of the Macan GTS in Germany commence on October 28, 2015. The price including
VAT and country-specific equipment is 73,400 euros. The
2017 Porsche Macan GTS goes on sale in in the US in March 2016, with a base
MSRP of US$ 67,200 excluding a destination change.