After a significant overhaul in 2023, the Porsche Cayenne range is unveiled in a new light with the new Cayenne GTS models. Discovery. Power and performance are at the core of the new Cayenne range brought forth by Porsche. Having seen its identity renewed last year, 2024 marks a new turning point in the evolution of the SUV and coupe, which now feature a new V8 engine and new chassis systems. The brand's goal?
To combine performance with daily usability in its two models, without ever abandoning the aesthetic character of its iconic vehicles. "At Porsche, the abbreviation GTS stands for 'Gran Turismo Sport' and comes with an extra dose of sportiness, perfectly suited for long distances. By its very nature, the Cayenne is both a dynamic sports car and an off-road SUV. On the GTS models, this balance traditionally shifts towards increased on-road performance. The new Cayenne GTS continues this principle with powerful propulsion, sporty tuning, and exclusive design while offering perfect functionality for everyday use," explains the Porsche teams. As mentioned above, the first major change lies in the chassis system. Stiffened and accompanied by a 10-centimeter lowering of the body, it is complemented by standard adaptive air suspension, with an optional roll stabilization system available. The addition of this technology then leads to a vehicle with superior comfort, but which loses nothing in sportiness.
This characteristic is further enhanced by the installation of a 500 horsepower (368kW) bi-turbo V8 engine, which is 40 horsepower more than the previous Cayennes. With a top speed of 275 kilometers per hour and an acceleration from 0 to 100 in 4.4 seconds, the new GTS then follows in the lineage of the high-performance Turbo GT model. In terms of design, the Cayenne GTS retains the codes inherent to the model but further reinforces them. Beyond the GTS inscriptions, red brake calipers, and a special front bumper, the 2024 version features new elements from the standard Sport Design package. It notably includes a glossy black finish on the side skirt trim, front bumper inserts, side moldings, and wheel arch extensions. Another detail is the transition from black to dark bronze of the exhaust system's sports outputs. Inside, the omnipresence of Race-Tex fabric gives the cabin a most luxurious character, complemented by a standard GT sports steering wheel with heating to continue making the driving experience incomparable.
