Porsche Taycan GTS: The Goldilocks Edition
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Porsche, the one and only company that makes sports cars that sound like angry lawnmowers but can outrun your average spaceship. This time, they've graced us with yet another addition to the Taycan lineup: the GTS. Because, you know, having a regular Taycan, a 4S, a Turbo, and a Turbo S just wasn't enough to keep track of.
What in the name of internal combustion is a GTS, anyway? Well, my friends, it stands for Gran Turismo Sport, which basically translates to "a sporty car that's also comfortable enough for a long drive." Think of it as the Goldilocks of the Taycan range – not too hot, not too cold, but just right.
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So, what makes this GTS so special? It packs a dual-motor all-wheel-drive system that delivers a respectable 690 horsepower, thanks to the "overboost" function. That's enough to propel this electric beast from 0 to 60 mph in a brisk 3.1 seconds. Not quite as quick as the Turbo S, but still faster than a cheetah on a caffeine high.
And speaking of speed, the GTS can reach a top speed of 155 mph. That's fast enough to lose your license in most countries. Painful, but at least you'll look good doing it. The refreshed GTS should also boast a better range than last year's model of 313 miles, which was already pretty decent for an electric car. Of course, that number will likely plummet if you decide to test out the car's full acceleration potential at every stoplight.
But the GTS is more than just a one-trick pony. It also features a few unique design elements that set it apart from its siblings. For starters, it gets a Sport Design package with black accents, because black is always cool, right? It also has fancy matrix LED headlights with Porsche's Dynamic Light System Plus. You know, the ones that can see around corners and probably predict the future.
Inside, the GTS gets a healthy dose of Alcantara, because who doesn't love that suede-like material? It also gets a smattering of GTS logos, just in case you forget what you're driving. And, of course, it wouldn't be a Porsche without a plethora of optional extras, like rear-wheel steering and adaptive air suspension.
Now, the price. The Taycan GTS will set you back a cool $147,900 for the sedan; the Sport Turismo model asks for $149,800. Add to it the usual delivery charges and registration of nearly $2,000, and we have a +$150k Taycan. Pile up on some optional extras, and before you realize you'll be flying past the $200k. That's a lot of dough, but it's a Porsche. What did you expect?
So, is the new Taycan GTS worth the price of admission? Well, that depends on what you're looking for. If you want the absolute fastest Taycan, then the Turbo S is still the king of the hill. But if you're looking for a well-rounded electric sports car that's both fun to drive and comfortable enough for daily use, then the GTS might just be the ticket.
