The Panamera GTS is powered by a lightweight 4.8-liter V8 naturally aspirated engine. It features cast aluminum pistons, monobloc aluminum cylinder heads and integrated dry-sump lubrication for a reliable supply of oil even when an extremely sporty driving style is adopted. Although it is based on the engine of the Panamera 4S, it develops 30 hp more power and generates 14.75 lb.-ft. more torque. It also has a faster-revving engine with a maximum engine speed that has been increased by 400 rpm to 7,100 rpm. The result is a maximum power output of 430 hp and a maximum torque of 383 lb.-ft.
In addition, the Panamera GTS is equipped with a specially modified engine management system. Not only does this help the engine to develop torque quickly for a perceptibly more direct engine response, it also contributes to a further reduction in the shift times achieved by Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK), which is fitted as standard. It does this by deactivating selected engine cylinders temporarily during each gearshift.
Our modifications are reflected in the distinctly resonant engine sound and can be felt in every bone of your body. In SPORT PLUS mode, the Panamera GTS accelerates from 0-60 mph in just 4.3 seconds and reaches a top track speed of 178 mph.
In short, the drive system of the Panamera GTS concentrates 100% on the essentials: maximum sports performance.

Fitted as standard in the Panamera GTS, Porsche Traction Management (PTM) comprises an active all-wheel drive with electronic and mapcontrolled multiplate clutch with automatic brake differential (ABD) and antislip regulation (ASR). The electronically controlled multiplate clutch regulates the fully variable distribution of drive force between the permanently driven rear axle and the front axle.
Through continuous monitoring of driving conditions, the electronics are able to respond to a variety of situations. Sensors check, among other variables, the rotation speeds of all four wheels, the longitudinal and lateral acceleration of the vehicle, and the steering angle.

With millisecond precision, Direct Fuel Injection injects fuel at up to 1,740 psi directly into the combustion chamber by means of electromagnetically actuated injection valves, thus ensuring homogeneous distribution of the air/fuel mixture, and, therefore, effective combustion. As the mixture is prepared directly in the cylinders, DFI improves the internal cooling of the combustion chambers compared with that of a manifold injection system. The achievable compression ratio of 12.5:1 helps to ensure a high level of engine efficiency.
The Auto Start Stop function is also standard in the Panamera GTS. If, for example, you stop at traffic lights and keep your foot on the brake pedal, the system will automatically switch the engine off. This fuel-saving system restarts the engine as soon as you release the brakes.
The Panamera GTS is also equipped with VarioCam Plus which automatically adjusts the intake camshafts and switches the lift of the intake valves. In the middle and low load ranges, low valve lifts with advanced timing reduce fuel consumption and exhaust emissions and improve smooth running. High torque and maximum output are achieved through high valve lifts and retarded timing.
How does this benefit you? Extraordinary acceleration power with comparatively low fuel consumption.
