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Traditionally, Porsche introduces the GTS variant of a model as a well-equipped, distinctive and sportier version of their S models, and that’s the case here with the Panamera GTS and its more capacious tourer stablemate the Panamera GTS SportTurismo. It’s the most powerful Panamera apart from the flagship Turbo and boasts an impressive array of standout design features at an all-in price that represents decent value.
Every Panamera feels like a very safe place in which to travel. Optional enhancements to the standard safety systems include Night Vision Assist and Porsche InnoDrive which includes adaptive cruise control, Lane Change Assist, Lane Keeping Assist or ParkAssist including surround view.
The Panamera GTS gets a useful boost in power compared with the model below it, developing 460hp and 620Nm of torque. The 4.0 Litre twin-turbo V8 locates the two twin-scroll turbochargers between the cylinder banks so the exhaust gases are just a short distance from the turbos, reducing perceived lag to near zero. There’s a crisper, more urgent feel to the engine response. Choose Sport Plus driving mode and you’ll hear what we mean blasting out from the sports exhaust system. All GTS models come with four-wheel drive and an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox as standard.
The 0-62mph
sprint takes just 4.1 seconds (compared with 4.4 for the Panamera S) and top
speed is a largely-academic 181 mph. The GTS models ride 10mm lower on the
adaptive air suspension (though you can raise the suspension by 30mm to clear
uneven ground). The spring rates are firmer, the rear antiroll bar is stiffer,
and the overall feel is more sports car than executive express, though it’s
also excellent at that role. Brakes are six-piston aluminium monobloc fixed
callipers at the front, four-piston at the rear.
Black says sporty. That’s the mantra of every car designer under the sun, and Porsche doesn’t buck the trend with the GTS, endowing it with the Porsche SportDesign package. This includes black window trim, side skirts, badging, rear diffuser and even exhaust tips. Both at the front and rear the bumper and air intake treatment is unique to the GTS models. You can choose to have GTS badging on the doors if you wish, along with tinted LED headlamps. Sports alloy wheels are black, brake callipers are red and on both the Panamera GTS and GTS Sport Turismo the rear spoiler is active, extending at speed to increase rear downforce.
Inside, it’s Black leather and Alcantara™ for the Sport seats, with more Alcantara™ for the multifunction steering wheel rim and even the headlining. You can choose to have contrast stitching in either Carmine red or Crayon, and if you do you’ll find it on dashboard, door panels, seats, centre console armrest and floor mats, with the GTS embroidery on the headrests in the same colour. And matching seat belts, naturally.
The Panamera GTS shares its cockpit architecture with the
rest of the range, a welcome reduction on the button overkill of the previous
model. An analogue rev counter is flanked by two additional digital readouts,
which can be configured to show everything from navigation to trip computer.
The centre console is pared back, while most controls have migrated to the
12-inch touchscreen. Porsche Connect with real-time traffic info, navigation
and native speech recognition plus phone compatibility is standard and head-up
display is available as an option.
You can make a strong case for the GTS models are being the best value for money in the Panamera range. The extra power, uprated sports chassis and arresting design details inside and out give it head-turning appeal and delivers sensational performance too.
Dimensions | |
Vehicle Length | 5,053 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1,937 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1,417 mm |
Wheelbase | 2,950 mm |
Weight | |
Unladen Weight (DIN) | 1,995 kg |
Engine | |
Engine / Cylinders | 4.0 litre / V8 |
Max Torque | 620 Nm @1,800 rpm - 5,000 rpm |
Max Power | 460 hp @ 6,000 rpm - 4,500 rpm |
Performance | |
Top Speed | 181 mph |
Acceleration | 0-62 mph in 4.1 Seconds |
Efficiency | |
Combined Cycle | 27.4 mpg |
CO2 | 235 g/km |