2017 Porsche 911 GTS

With the new Porsche 911 GTS models, represent an authentic boost of 450 hp and 405 lb.-ft. (+30 hp and +37 lb.-ft. compared with the 911 Carrera S models). The 2017 Porsche 911 gets an even sharper edge with GTS version offering more power and more grip. The GTS uses the same 3.0-litre twin-turbo flat-six as the regular Carrera and Carrera S, but Porsche has developed a new turbo that boosts power to 450 hp. Upgraded compressors also take torque to 550Nm, delivered from 2,150rpm-5,000rpm.

This increase in power was possible thanks to the twin-turbo six-cylinder horizontally opposed engines with direct fuel injection (DFI) and VarioCam Plus. They develop an impressive 450 hp at 6,500 rpm.The maximum torque of 405 lb.-ft is available across an astonishingly wide torque plateau from 2,150 to 5,000 rpm.

With optional Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) and Launch Control activated, the 911 Carrera GTS sprints from 0 to 60 mph in only 3.5 seconds. Top track speed is 192 mph.

Another burst of adrenaline is triggered by the legendary sound of the boxer engine. With the SPORT or SPORT PLUS button selected, it’s enough to raise goose bumps even when the engine’s idling.

The drive system of the new 911 GTS models is a twin-turbo configuration. It has two turbochargers with charge-air cooling, one for each cylinder bank. Both turbos have been optimally adapted to the displacement and power output of the engine. This construction minimises the inertia of the drivetrain and, in conjunction with rapid regulation of boost pressure, it helps to provide spontaneous responsiveness.

With the sport exhaust system, the new 911 GTS models also set new standards for sound. Two catalytic converters and a rear muffler lead into two centrally positioned tailpipes with a black (highgloss) finish. For a look otherwise more likely to be seen on the racetrack. For impressive resonance and an intense sports car sound – typical of the 911. For 100 % Porsche. And for goose bumps at the push of a button.

Pure, direct, precise. The 7-speed manual transmission combines a high level of sporty performance with fast gear changes. In SPORT or SPORT PLUS mode, the dynamic rev-match function ensures the optimum engine speed for every downshift – and an impressive sound.

A piece of Le Mans, and part of Porsche motorsport history: the optimised 7-speed Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) features both a manual and an automatic mode and is available as an option for the 911 GTS models.

Pure motorsport feel: in manual mode, the shift direction simulates that of race cars – to the rear to shift up, forwards to shift down.

The incredibly sporty action is further intensified by extremely fast gear changes. In milliseconds and with no interruption in the flow of power. With the added bonus of even faster acceleration performance and a further reduction in fuel consumption.