Even if the all-new 2020 Porsche 718 Cayman and Boxster GTS are considered entry-level sports cars, snapping at the heels of the much more impressive 911, both models still make a good impression with exceptional driving capabilities and agility. Not to mention they are pretty fast. However, the carmaker considered that there was still room for improvement and decided to equip the models with a new engine that would increase performance and maneuverability. The engine soundtrack is also exciting to hear.

The 2.5-liter turbo-flat presently found on the GTS has been replaced with a bigger and much more potent 4.0-liter flat-six pot, with 294 kW, quite an improvement from the former`s 269kW.

The engine is derived from the 718 GT4 models, with power standing at 309kW, however the power is slightly detuned to 294kW. Even so, both models are still quick runners from 0 to 100 km/h, managing just 4.5 seconds, as the company states.

As for prices involved, the 2020 Porsche Cayman GTS costs at least $172,400, while the 2020 Porsche Boxster GTS is set at $175,000., prices do not include the destination fee.

Besides the new engine, the new Cayman and Boxster GTS are also equipped with the Porsche Communication Management and a 7.0-inch touch-screen, paired with standard Sport Chrono pack which directly communicates with the Track Precision app, via smartphone. This records the performance of the cars on the track and monitors other features of the engine.

As the GTS models, the new Cayman and Boxters come equipped with new driving systems especially developed for track purpose. For instance, there is the Porsche Active Suspension Management, or simply put PASM, that lowers the cars` ride height by 20mm, or the Porsche Torque Vectorin (PVT). The carmaker has also included a mechanical limited-slip differential.

The interior of both models are high-end, thanks to the new sports seats now fitted with dark Alcantara. Other materials, like plush, wrap the arm rests, gear selector, center console or the steering wheel, providing a cozier feel. There are also other features customers can opt for, like the GTS logo on the seats, wrapped in Carmine Red or Chalk, adding decorative seams or contrasting colours.

As for high-tech gadgets, the 2020 Porsche Cayman and Boxster GTS feature a rear-view camera, standard satellite-navigation with Porsche Connect, Apple CarPlay with Siri voice command, alarm system with interior surveillance, heated front seats, cruise control or dual-zone climate control.

The exterior stands out from the crowd with a dark theme, borrowed from other GTS versions, which looks splendid with the new black air intake up front and black lip spoiler at the back. There is also the black trimming for the new bumper bar at the rear, or the black fog light surrounds. All these exterior features are complemented with a new set of 20-inch alloy wheels coated in satin-gloss black.