The Los Angeles Auto Show continues as Porsche has
taken the wraps off the all-new 718 GTS range that caters to more enthusiastic
drivers than their plainer siblings.
Available in both Boxster and Cayman guise, the GTS
variants are distinguished by a new front bumper and a black rear apron that
resides above a center-mounted sports exhaust system. The design team also
installed tinted lighting units, black GTS badges, and 20-inch wheels with a
satin black finish.
Interior changes are fairly limited as the cabin
receives an Alcantara-wrapped steering wheel and Alcantara sport seats which
have GTS logos embroidered into the headrests. The model also comes standard
with the Sport Chrono Package which adds a stopwatch on top of the dashboard as
well as a revised Porsche Communication Management system which allows drivers
to store and evaluate their lap times.
The biggest change occurs in the engine compartment
as both GTS models are powered by a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine
that produces 365 PS and up to 430 Nm of torque. When
equipped with the optional PDK transmission, the cars can accelerate 0-100 km/h in 4.1 seconds before hitting a top speed of 290 km/h.
The 718 GTS is currently available to order and U.S.
deliveries are slated to begin in March. Pricing starts at US$ 79,800 for the
Cayman GTS and US$ 81,900 for the Boxster GTS.
