2017 Porsche 911 GTS Targa
Less than two years after the
introduction of the new 911 GTS series back in October of 2015 and Porsche is
gearing up to bring the facelifted model into line with the rest of the range.
This means a handful of cosmetic
revisions, but most importantly, the adoption of Porsche’s new
twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter horizontally opposed engine that will replace the
previous 991 GTS’ 3.8-liter naturally aspirated flat-six which produced 30hp
more than the Carrera S at 424 hp.
We expect similar power gains for the
991.2 GTS over the facelifted 991.2 Carrera S that pushes out 420 PS and
500 Nm from its 3.0-liter turbo six, so somewhere around 450 horses.
Once again, power will be channeled
through either a standard seven-speed manual gearbox with a mechanical rear
differential lock or an optional seven-speed dual-clutch automatic with an
electronically controlled rear locking differential.
GTS buyers will be able to choose from
two- and four-wheel drive versions as well as from three body styles, Coupe,
Convertible and the Targa model we spied here. All models will come with
Porsche’s Sport Chrono package, PASM active suspension, throatier sports
exhaust system and the 44 mm wider rear hips of the Carrera 4 models
as standard.
The prototype 911 GTS Targa that scooped
testing outside the Nürburgring in Germany incorporated all the visual changes
from the regular 991.2 Carrera and Carrera S models, including the new door
handles, headlights with four-point DRLs, taillights, rear bumper and engine
lid with vertical louvres, and then some more. By that, we point to the
blackened targa roll over bar and the new front bumper with a similar styling
to the one used on the GT3.
We should see the same interior improvements as on
the rest of the 991.2 lineup including the new steering wheel design with a
driving mode switch and the latest infotainment system with a 7-inch
touchscreen.
Source : Carscoops
