Import Insights: Porsche (December 2014)

Import Insights: Porsche (December 2014)

Porsche 911 Carrera GTSPorsche celebrated three world premieres in November at the Los Angeles Auto Show 2014. The sports car manufacturer presented two new GTS models, the 911 Carrera GTS and the Cayenne GTS, at the Porsche press conference. Porsche also revealed the Panamera Turbo S Executive Exclusive Series, a special edition limited to 100 units worldwide.

The four variants of the 911 Carrera GTS close the gap between the 911 Carrera S and the 911 GT3. The model, available as a coupe and convertible, is equipped with rear-wheel or all-wheel drive and achieves 430 hp. The Sport Chrono package and other performance-enhancing features are fitted as standard equipment.

Porsche Cayenne GTSThe Cayenne GTS puts out 440 hp and has an especially sporty, air suspension-equipped chassis with a ride height that’s lowered by 20mm, boosting driving performance to even higher levels.

The Panamera Turbo S Executive Exclusive Series offers a particularly luxurious combination of performance and exclusivity.

Porsche is on a stable and profitable growth course in the U.S. market. In the period from January to October 2014, the sports car manufacturer achieved a sales increase of 11% over the same period last year and has delivered more than 39,000 vehicles. The United States remains the primary market for Porsche. In the U.S., the 911 reached a significant upswing with more than 8,700 vehicles delivered.

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