2012 PORSCHE Cayenne GTS (958) 4.8L V8 8AT (420 HP)

Vehicle Overview

The Cayenne GTS was the last station between the Cayenne S and the Turbo version. For the 2012 model, the luxurious SUV features more performance amenities over the S model.

The first generation of the Cayenne GTS version accounted for 17 percent of the total of the model range sales numbers even though it wasn’t available from the beginning. Considering this, the Porsche management decided to offer that version again, for the second generation. This time, the GTS was launched just two years after the introduction of the new generation.

The GTS had a slightly different appearance than the S version. It featured the Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS) as standard. The typical characteristic of the Porsche Cayenne GTS was the front section with larger cooling air intakes – similar to the Cayenne Turbo – and a distinctive front apron with additional air intakes. Also taken from the Cayenne Turbo was the light graphic with front lights in the outer air intakes and four LED spots for the daytime running lights in the main headlights. Special side-sills were added and a twin-wing profile roof spoiler was added to the rear.

Inside, the Cayenne GTS featured a leather interior as standard, including numerous Alcantara trims. The seat center panels the center console armrest and parts of the door panels were covered in Alcantara. The rear seats featured a single seat styling offering better side support for the rear passengers.

The engine was a newly developed 4.8-liter V8 that offered 420 hp. But the most important part of the GTS was the suspension setting, equipped with PASM – Porsche Adaptive Suspension Management, available on the standard steel suspension or for the optional air-suspension.