Marking the second of the two new models introduced by Porsche in its ever-expanding 911 lineup, the 911 Carrera 4 GTS Cabriolet is the more aired-out version of the all-wheel drive Carrera 4 GTS.
Just like the Coupe, the Cabriolet model gains the powerful 408 horsepower 3.8-liter six-cylinder engine from the GTS rear-wheel drive models and adds in front-wheel drive as well, for a uniquely drop-top all-wheel drive experience.
As expected, the Cabriolet gains a few pounds over the sealed-top counterpart thanks to the mechanics of its convertible design. As a result, zero-to-62 mile per hour sprint drops slightly to 4.8 seconds when equipped with a six-speed manual transmission, and to 4.6 seconds if one opts for the Porsche-Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK) seven-speed automatic transmission.
Like the Coupe, Porsche says fuel economy stays the same, which the automaker attributes to Porsche Intelligent Performance technology.
Porsche says that the 4 GTS is built with hardcore performance in mind. As a result, standard features include a crucial limited-slip differential with is incorporated into the overall performance of the all-wheel drive system.
In terms of cosmetic differences between other 911 models, the new Carrera 4 GTS Cabriolet comes with the expected unique badging on the doors and rear lid, as well as an additional reflective stripe between the taillights. Of course, the 4 GTS uses the same wide body found on other AWD models. Cosmetic variances continue with 19-inch black RS Spyder wheels with central locking and gloss-lathed rim flanges, wrapped in 305/30ZR19 tires out back.
Towards the front, one will notice the Porsche Sport-Design front apron with a black painted spoiler lip and matching black special side skirts.
As all GTS owners have come to expect, the interior is covered in swaths of black Alcantara covering the center panels, steering wheel, gearshift, handbrake, door handles and door storage box lid.
