Porsche adds a GTS version to its Carrera range

Despite recently launching a compact SUV, Porsche hasn’t forgotten its sports-car roots. The German car-maker has added a new GTS version to its 911 line-up.

Available in both coupe and convertible body styles, plus rear- and four-wheel drive, the 911 Carrera GTS boasts an up-rated version of the 3.8-litre engine found in the regular Carrera S, and a host of GTS standard kit.

Packing 430 horsepower — 30 more than the regular S models — the GTS shaves a few tenths off the zero-to-62mph sprint, when combined with Porsche’s dual-clutch gearbox, while the quoted top speed with the standard-fit, seven-speed gearbox is now 198mph.