Porsche
introduced the facelifted Macan last summer and now the company has introduced
the updated Macan GTS. Designed
to slot between the Macan S and Macan Turbo, the Macan GTS has a twin-turbo
2.9-liter V6 engine that now produces 375 hp and 519 Nm of torque. This is a modest increase of 15 hp and 19 Nm.
Thanks
to the extra power and a “newly adapted PDK dual-clutch transmission,” the
Macan GTS can accelerate from 0-96 km/h in as little as 4.5 seconds
when equipped with the optional Sport Chrono package. The crossover also has a
top speed of 261 km/h.
The GTS features an adaptive air suspension and
20-inch RS Spyder Design wheels which are backed up by a cast iron brakes which
measure 14.1 inches (360 mm) front and 13 inches (330 mm) rear. Customer can
also opt for Porsche surface coated brakes which measure 15.3 inches (390 mm)
front and 14 inches (356 mm) rear.
Drivers who want to get the most out of the crossover can step up to
ceramic composite brakes which are even larger as they measure 15.6 inches (396
mm) up front and 14.6 inches (370 mm) out back.
On
the styling front, the Macan GTS comes standard with the Sport Design package
which includes more aggressive fascias and sporty side skirts. The model also has tinted lighting units, red
brake calipers and a sports exhaust system.
The
special styling continues in the cabin as designers installed leather and
Alcantara sport seats with eight-way power adjustment and pronounced
bolsters. Elsewhere, drivers will find a
sport steering wheel and brushed aluminum trim.
An
assortment of options will be available including leather upholstery, a Bose
audio system and a wireless smartphone charger.
Customers can also opt for a heated windshield, an air ionizer and a
Park Assist system with a surround view function.
The
2020 Macan GTS will arrive at US dealerships next summer and pricing will start
at US$ 71,300 excluding US$ 1,350 delivery, processing and handling fee. The model is already available to order in
Germany where pricing starts at € 77,880.
