2018 Porsche 718 GTS in Riverside

Engine

The high-powered 2.5-litre turbocharged and horizontally opposed cylinder engine with direct fuel injection (DFI), VarioCam Plus and integrated dry-sump lubrication delivers a mighty 269 kW (365 hp) to the road. Top speed isn’t reached until 290 km/h. The dash from 0 to 100 km/h is quite remarkable, too: with the 6-speed manual transmission, the new 718 GTS models complete the sprint in a mere 4.6 seconds. And it gets sportier still: with Launch Control of the Sport Chrono Package and Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK), the clock stops after just 4.1 seconds.

Turbocharger

The 718 GTS models are fitted with a turbocharger engineered specifically for the respective power output of the engine, boosting performance and efficiency thanks to a modified compression system.

Variable turbine geometry (VTG)

Technology taken from the 911 Turbo helps to achieve excellent responsiveness at low engine speeds and a high maximum power output.

With the sports exhaust system, the powerful sound of the mid-mounted engine becomes even more intense – at the push of a button. The centrally positioned two-tract sports tailpipes in stainless steel are finished in high-gloss black.

The 718 GTS models are equipped with a smoothshifting 6-speed manual transmission optimally matched to the respective engine map. The shift throws are sporty and short – shift effort is low. This means short shift times for a sporty and directly engaging driving experience.

Doppelkupplung, featuring a manual and an automatic mode, helps to ensure extremely fast gear changes with no interruption in the flow of power. And that’s with even better acceleration performance and increased efficiency.

On the 718 GTS models, the lightweight chassis with Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) delivers precise and agile handling. PASM, the electronic damping control system, continuously adjusts the damping force on each wheel, based on current road conditions and driving style. The body sits 10 mm lower than that of the 718 and 718 S models. The result: increased driving stability, increased safety and increased performance.

PASM sports suspension

The PASM sports suspension is available as an option for the 718 GTS models. The body sits 20 mm lower than that of the 718 and 718 S models. The springs are harder and shorter, and the anti-roll bars are stiffer. Another plus for performance.

Porsche Torque Vectoring (PTV)

The system enhances dynamic performance and stability. For the driver, this means great agility at every speed – with precise turn-in and wellbalanced load transfer characteristics. As well as strong resistance to destabilising side forces and outstanding traction.

The Sport Chrono Package enables an even sportier tuning of the chassis, engine and transmission. And launches you to unprecedented sporty heights. Besides the four selectable performance modes available from the GT sports steering wheel, the Sport Chrono Package offers additional functions in conjunction with PDK – for maximum responsiveness and maximum acceleration.

The Sport Chrono Package also includes the Porsche Track Precision app. In conjunction with Connect Plus of Porsche Connect, you can clock lap times, collate driving stats, manage the results and share them with others for comparison.

The new 718 GTS models are therefore equipped with four-piston aluminium monobloc fixed brake calipers, all finished in red. They are light and resistant to deformation. The brake discs are crossdrilled and internally vented, which helps to provide improved wet braking and optimum cooling.

Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB)

Proven in motorsport, Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB) is available as an option. PCCB features six-piston aluminium monobloc fixed brake calipers on the front axle and four-piston units at the rear – all painted in yellow – to provide braking forces that are considerably more powerful and, crucially, are exceptionally consistent.

The outlook is bright for the 718 GTS models thanks to Bi-Xenon headlights featuring integrated LED daytime running lights. At the rear, the threedimensional design of the tinted taillights incorporating four-point brake lights leaves a lasting impression.

Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS)

The Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS), which includes expressive four-point daytime running lights, headlight cleaning system, dynamic cornering light and dynamic range control, is available as an option.

LED main headlights including Porsche Dynamic Light System Plus (PDLS Plus)

These optional LED main headlights including PDLS Plus help to ensure optimum visibility thanks to all the components of PDLS supplemented by a dynamic main beam function. This continuous, seamless control means that you are able to see the course of the road, pedestrians and potential hazards earlier without hindering other road users.

Sound Package Plus delivers excellent sound. It comprises six loudspeakers and a total output of 110 watts in the new 718 Boxster GTS, and eight loudspeakers with 150 watts in the new 718 Cayman GTS.

The optional BOSE^® Surround Sound System, featuring 10 amplifier channels and 10 loudspeakers including a patented 100-watt active subwoofer integral to the vehicle bodyshell, produces a total output of 505 watts. This fully active system setup enables each individual loudspeaker to be optimally adapted to the vehicle interior.

Sound performance of the highest level, specially matched to your 718 Boxster GTS or 718 Cayman GTS: the Burmester^® High-End Surround Sound System. This system boasts 12 amplifier channels with a total output of 821 watts, 12 loudspeakers including an active subwoofer with 300-watt class D amplifier, a total diaphragm surface area of more than 1,340 cm2, and a frequency response of 35 Hz to 20 kHz.

The enhanced Porsche Communication Management (PCM) is your central control unit for all infotainment applications and is standard equipment in all models. The PCM features a high-resolution touch display with integrated proximity sensor which allows simple and convenient operation.

Infotainment already starts when you charge and connect your iPhone® or any other audio source. You can connect your device easily using either the USB port or AUX input. An internal hard drive ("Jukebox") and two SD card readers are provided in addition to the CD/DVD drive for playback of your personal music. After inserting the SD cards, you can simply play your music with the music player in the PCM.

The mobile phone preparation makes it easy for you to establish a Bluetooth® connection to a mobile phone that supports the hands-free profile (HFP). The cell phone can remain in your pocket or bag.

Further information on the availability of the functions and services described here and under "Porsche Connect" for your Porsche model is available in the Porsche Car Configurator and from your authorized Porsche dealer.

The optional Connect module makes the optimum connection between your smartphone and your Porsche. It offers Apple^® CarPlay^™ which allows you to use selected functions on your iPhone^® through the PCM and Porsche Car Connect services which allows you to remotely access some of the vehicle functions.

At www.porsche.com/connect, you can find further information about the Connect module.

The Connect Plus module ensures maximum connectivity in your Porsche.

It features an built-in LTE module with a SIM card slot for an excellent wireless Internet access point which gives you in-car online access from WLAN-enabled client devices (e.g. laptops, tablets or smartphones), simultaneously if necessary.

What’s more, the Connect Plus module enables the usage of wide range of Porsche Connect services. Get more out of your everyday and delegate the multitasking to your sports car – so you can spend more time driving your Porsche.

At www.porsche.com/connect, you can find further information about the apps and services available.

With the Connect Plus module, you have access to a range of helpful Porsche Connect services. For example, real-time traffic information which provides you excellent visual aid so you can be sure that you’re on the fastest route to your destination even before you set off. Throughout the journey, the real-time traffic information is regularly updated to keep you on the recalculated optimum route.

At www.porsche.com/connect, you can find further information about the apps and services available

In addition to its range of smart services, Porsche Connect offers two smartphone apps. The first, Porsche Car Connect, lets you use your smartphone or Apple Watch® to retrieve vehicle data and remotely control selected vehicle functions. Another feature is the Porsche Vehicle Tracking System (PVTS) including theft detection, enabling the remote location of a stolen vehicle across most of Europe.

The second app is the Porsche Connect app. This allows you to send chosen destinations to your Porsche before you start your journey. As soon as your smartphone has connected to PCM, you will be able to display them in the vehicle and transfer them directly to the navigation system. Even your smartphone calendar can be viewed directly on PCM and stored addresses used for route guidance. What’s more, the Porsche Connect app gives you access to millions of music tracks thanks to its built-in music streaming function.

At www.porsche.com/connect, you can find further information about the apps and services available.