Porsche Cayenne GTS: a V8 with acoustic sophistication!

Thomas Wachsmuth 6 October 2023 Porsche

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The Zuffenhausen V8 doesn't just deliver that Porsche Cayenne GTS powerful, but also surprises with its own soundtrack, which turns the driving experience into a symphonic pleasure. On the one hand, there is the purely technical side of the V8 biturbo, which delivers an output of 338 kW (460 hp) and a torque of up to 620 Nm. There is also one Sports exhaust system, which with its robust V8 sound gives the improved driving performance an acoustic dimension. Both the engine and exhaust system have been carefully tuned to make the car an event not only on the road, but also in the ears of its occupants and bystanders.

Porsche Cayenne GTS

The technical excellence is shown by this Central Turbo layout and adaptive cylinder deactivation, which maximizes the engine's spontaneous power delivery and efficiency. The newly designed, counter-rotating ones also contribute to this Twin-scroll turbocharger which ensure high torque even in the low speed range. The optimized one Petrol direct injection with a centrally positioned injector and the high-pressure injection valves support precise and homogeneous mixture formation, which in turn enables optimal combustion and increased efficiency.

at the rear with a twin-flow sports exhaust system

The dual-flow sports exhaust system, developed specifically for the new Cayenne GTS models, comes with a large-volume rear silencer and high-gloss black double tailpipes, which not only emphasizes the sound but also the look. The sound becomes an unmistakable experience both in the interior and outside due to the targeted reduction of insulation material in the rear area Porsche Communication Management (PCM) even possible via the “Car” menu navigation.

For the Cayenne GTS Coupe was also arranged in the middle Sports exhaust system designed which, especially in combination with the optional lightweight sports package, offers a differentiated and unique sound experience, especially while driving at high load and at higher speeds as well as when starting the engine. With 14 kW (20 hp) more power and 20 Nm increased torque compared to the previous model, the new Cayenne GTS achieves an impressive 4,5 seconds from zero to 100 km/h and 17,6 seconds from zero to 200 km/h - and all of this is underpinned by a sound that is as powerful as the performance of the vehicle itself. In summary: whether in terms of power, speed, or sound staging - the new Cayenne GTS models set standards and offer driving experiences that are not only... remain in the heart, but also in the ear.

FAQ about the Porsche Cayenne GTS

How much do you have to pay for a Porsche Cayenne GTS?

Price: 118.014 EUR. This is how much the basic equipment of the Porsche Cayenne GTS costs, with the buyer having the choice between white or black paintwork and the standard GTS equipment.

What about the power of the Porsche Cayenne GTS?

With his Four liter engine the Cayenne GTS is powerful 338 kW (460 PS) available and delivers a powerful torque of up to 620 Nm on the crankshaft.

What does the “GTS” in the name actually stand for?

Once spelled out, GTS means “Gran Turismo Sport”. Originally, the name at Porsche signaled an orientation towards increased comfort in a sports car, with an emphasis on its suitability for “long tours in a sporty car”.

How fast can the Porsche Cayenne GTS go?

Here we come to the area where things get fast: The Cayenne GTS accelerates from Zero to 100 km/h in 4,5 seconds, if the optional Sport Chrono package is on board. With a top speed of 262 km/h it leaves many other sports cars behind.

And what about consumption?

On average, the Porsche Cayenne GTS is acceptable 13,5 liters of Super Plus per 100 kilometers. Mixed operation is included – short journeys, country road journeys and motorway speeds up to around 130 km/h.