2024 Porsche 718 Cayman Model Review with Prices, Photos, & Specs
Porsche 718 Cayman
Key Features
- Starting at $68,300 MSRP
- Standard turbocharged boxer 2.0L 4-cylinder with 300 HP / 280 LB-FT of TQ (Cayman / Cayman Style Edition), available turbocharged boxer 2.5L 4-cylinder with 350 HP / 309 LB-FT of TQ (Cayman S), available naturally aspirated 4.0L boxer 6-cylinder with 394 HP / 317 LB-FT of TQ (Cayman GTS 4.0) or 493 HP / 331 LB-FT of TQ (Cayman GT4 RS)
- Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS)
- Available Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes (PCCB)
- Standard 6-speed manual transmission or optional seven-speed PDK dual-clutch transmission
- Available Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) and Porsche Stability Management (PSM)
- Porsche Communication Management (PCS) with Porsche Connect including My Porsche App
- Optional Sport Chrono Package featuring Launch Control
About the Porsche 718 Cayman
Race-inspired performance, a driver-oriented interior, and quintessential styling cues are only three key characteristics of the evocative Porsche 718 Cayman. A true display of uninhibited driving pleasure, the 718 Cayman is built with a mid-engine layout along with rear-wheel drive for a perfected balance of nimble handling and athletic agility. Offering your choice of turbocharged 4-cylinders or naturally aspirated inline 6-cylinder engines — the 718 Cayman is perfectly matched to any type of driving style. Thoroughly modern yet timeless at the same time, the luxurious interior has been painstakingly crafted to support every action of the driver. Groundbreaking technology engineered into the 718 Cayman provides innovative connectivity and convenience functions to enhance your drive. From the front straightaway to downtown boulevards, it’s undeniable that the Porsche 718 Cayman sets the standard for all other sports coupes in its class.
What’s New for 2024
There are a few adjustments to the Porsche 718 Cayman model lineup for the 2024 model year. Following the discontinuation of the Cayman T, taking its place is an all-new Style Edition model that features bold styling cues on the interior and exterior of the vehicle. In other news, the Cayman GT4 has also been removed from the lineup. Shoppers searching for maximum performance can still opt for the range-topping Cayman GT4 RS variant.
What the Critics Say
“The Porsche 718 Cayman is a joy on a twisty road, carving through corners with verve and powering on to the next one with good force, all while putting a smile on the driver’s face. The kinetic thrills truly are exhilarating, stirring, and satisfying.” — Kelley Blue Book
“The Porsche 718 Cayman is one of the best cars to drive, period. With its mid-engine RWD layout and the added rigidity of the hardtop body, few cars — if any — can match its balance, athleticism, poise, and engagement. The impressively quick steering only enhances the 718 Cayman’s razor-sharp reflexes.” — Autotrader
Porsche 718 Cayman Features
Race-Ready Performance
Designed with the iconic Porsche horizontally opposed configuration, standard power for the 718 Cayman comes in the form of a 2.0L turbocharged boxer 4-cylinder producing a robust 300 horsepower. Step up to the 718 Cayman S to enjoy a larger 2.5L turbocharged boxer 4-cylinder with 350 horsepower. For the ultimate in performance, the Porsche 718 Cayman GTS 4.0 and 718 Cayman GT4 RS are powered by a legendary 4.0 liter naturally aspirated six-cylinder boxer engine, producing 394 and 493 horsepower respectively. Drivers can choose either a close-ratio 6-speed manual or available 7-speed PDK dual-clutch automatic for precise gear changes. Other available performance amenities of the 718 Cayman lineup include a mechanical limited-slip differential with Porsche Torque Vectoring (PTV), Sport Exhaust System, PASM Sport Suspension, and the Sport Chrono package.
Driver-Focused Cockpit
Crafted with a careful balance between ergonomics and driver-oriented support, the interior of the Porsche 718 Cayman helps instill a true bond between driver and machine. The minimalist layout of the dashboard features an ascending center console along with three round instruments within the gauge cluster including a center-mounted tachometer. A collection of leather and Alcantara upholstery selections provide the perfect blend of supple feel and exceptional support during high-speed cornering. Both lightweight and functional, the standard Sport steering wheel includes two alloyed gearshift paddles on PDK-equipped 718 Cayman variants for exacting control. Great for a weekend getaway, the 718 Cayman includes 5.3 cubic feet of space in the front storage compartment in addition to 9.7 cubic feet at the rear for all of your luggage.
Innovative Technology
Acting as your centralized command center for infotainment and essential drive data inside the Porsche 718 Cayman, the standard Porsche Communication Management (PCM) system offers an impressive amount of connectivity features. Standard across the model lineup, Apple CarPlay™ complete with Google Earth Navigation, real-time traffic info, and access to your phone’s apps helps you stay in touch no matter how far your travels take you. Choose from Bose® Surround Sound and Burmester® High-End Surround Sound Systems for a truly unrivaled listening experience. Optional Porsche Connect helps you retrieve key vehicle data remotely using your smartphone or other compatible devices at the touch of a button.
Trims & specs
718 Cayman
- Starting at $68,300 MSRP
- 2.0-liter Turbocharged 4-Cylinder Boxer Engine
- 300 Horsepower | Rear Wheel Drive
- 0 – 60 MPH in 4.9 seconds
- Top track speed – 170 MPH
718 Cayman Style Edition
- Starting at $74,600 MSRP
- 2.0-liter Turbocharged 4-Cylinder Boxer Engine
- 300 Horsepower | Rear Wheel Drive
- 0 – 60 MPH in 4.5 seconds with Sport Chrono Package
- Top track speed – 170 MPH
718 Cayman S
- Starting at $80,300 MSRP
- 2.5-liter Turbocharged 4-Cylinder Boxer Engine
- 350 Horsepower | Rear Wheel Drive
- 0 – 60 MPH in 4.4 seconds
- Top track speed – 177 MPH
718 Cayman GTS 4.0
- Starting at $95,200 MSRP
- 4.0-liter Naturally Aspirated 6-Cylinder Boxer Engine
- 394 Horsepower | Rear Wheel Drive
- 0 – 60 MPH in 3.8 seconds with Sport Chrono Package
- Top track speed – 179-182 MPH
718 Cayman GT4 RS
- Starting at $160,700 MSRP
- 4.0-liter Naturally Aspirated 6-Cylinder Boxer Engine
- 493 Horsepower | Rear Wheel Drive
- 0 – 60 MPH in 3.2 seconds
- Top track speed – 196 MPH
*Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price. Excludes options; taxes; title; registration; delivery, processing and handling fee; dealer charges. Dealer sets actual selling price.