2025 Porsche Cayenne GTS is a V8 sweet spot; Aussie pricing confirmed

‘GTS’ has long been a Porsche synonym for ‘sweet spot’ and now there’s a new Cayenne GTS for Aussie buyers to choose from that packs more power and sharper dynamics courtesy of parts taken from the flagship Turbo GT.

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Set to arrive locally in the third quarter of this year, the fresh GTS completes the updated Cayenne model range that received a healthy overhaul last year. Pricing starts at $209,600 before on-road costs for the GTS wagon and $212,600 for the sleeker coupe, again before on-roads.

Unsurprisingly, those prices are an increase of around $11,000 over the outgoing GTS but buyers will be gaining an appreciable jump in performance.

Headlines include a more powerful V8 engine, a lower ride height, sportier air suspension, a more focused wheel and tyre package and a host of equipment and design changes.

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Power and torque have been increased by 30kW/40Nm over the previous model, thanks to a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 that now produces 368kW and 660Nm. Paired with an eight-speed torque converter auto, Porsche says the upgraded V8 can now propel the GTS from 0-100km/h in 4.4 seconds, which is four-tenths quicker than before. Top speed is a lofty 275km/h.

It should sound good, too. The same core V8 sounds brilliant in the lesser Cayenne S and GTS buyers will also have the option of adding a sports exhaust, which moves the outlets to the centre of the rear bar, for even greater V8 theatrics.

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Chassis changes include a ride height that’s 10mm lower and the inclusion of adaptive air suspension that Porsche says “gives the car a highly dynamic spring rate while simultaneously ensuring driver comfort”.

The front axle pivot bearings have been nicked directly from the flagship Cayenne Turbo GT and increase the negative camber of the front wheels for improved handling.

The four-wheel-drive system’s transfer box also now includes its own water-cooling circuit to keep things cool during a track day or, we guess, a particularly spirited school run or soccer drop off.

Outside, you’ll be able to distinguish the GTS by its revised front-end styling, larger air intakes, tinted head- and tail lights, red brake callipers and 21-inch RS Spyder alloys. Trainspotters will also notice the exhaust outlets are now finished in bronze rather than black and that much of the exterior trim is now high-gloss black, rather than body colour like the old version.

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Cabin trim includes a heated sports steering wheel, eight-way adjustable sports seats and the choice of black, red or grey leather. Naturally there’s also an increased used of Porsche’s version of Alcantara, known as Race-Tex, which is used on the roof, arm rests, doors and seats.

Coupe models also score a fixed panoramic glass sunroof and an extending rear spoiler as standard.

Three different ‘lightweighting' packages are available that can save up to 25kg thanks to a lighter roof, carbon rear diffuser and reduced sound deadening.

Porsche Cayenne GTS standard equipment
• Metallic paint
• Privacy glass
• Lane Change Assist
• Surround View with Active Parking Support
• Head-Up Display
• Adaptive Cruise Control
• Lane Keep Assist
• Driver memory package
• Seat ventilation front (No-Cost Option)
• Side airbags in the rear compartment
• Soft close doors
• 14-way comfort seats in the front with memory package (No-Cost Option)
• Digital radio