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The formula for Porsche’s GTS models has always been a simple one: Extra equipment levels offered as standard, blacked out front and rear head lamps and sumptuous interior trim levels and of course a small power bump. For slightly more than the S models in their respective ranges the GTSes seem to offer value propositions for savvy buyers.
The new 718 Cayman and Boxster are the latest to receive the GTS treatment. The 2.5 flat four cylinder engine has received a new air intake and a revised turbo charger compared to the S 718 giving it an output of 269 kw. 11 kw more than the respective S variants and 25 kw more than the last generation GTS cars. Torque is at 430 Nm between 1,900-5000 rpm. The engine is mated to a six speed manual transmission as standard. However, as an optional extra the PDK gearbox is also available. This endows the GTS with a top speed of 290 kph and a sprint time of 4.1 seconds. This numbers make for an interesting comparison with the recently launched 911 Carrera T.
Other standard features include the Sports Chrono Package which adds a stopwatch to the dashboard and PASM(Porsche Active Suspension Management). The latter lowers the ride height by 10 mm. A mechanical rear differential lock is also standard as is Porsche’s torque vectoring system. Porsche’s Sport Exhaust has also been included as standard.
718 Cayman GTS
The interior has been furnished with sports seats for both the driver and co-driver with the familiar GTS logos featuring on the head rests. The steering wheel is covered in alcantara as are the arm rests and center console.
718 Boxster & Cayman GTS Interior
The 718 GTS is available to order locally(South Africa)with deliveries expected towards the end of January next year. Prices for the Cayman GTS are from 1,122,000.00 and from 1,137,000.00 for the Boxster GTS.
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