2018 Porsche 718 Cayman

[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][mk_image_slideshow images=”25890,25891,33734″ image_width=”800″ image_height=”400″ pause_on_hover=”true”][vc_column_text el_class=”review-slideshow-caption”]2018 Porsche 718 Cayman[/vc_column_text][mk_divider style=”padding_space”][vc_column_text]Pros: Impressive build quality, invigorating acceleration, agile handling; broad range of options for personalization

Cons: All those options really drive up the sticker price; low-slung cockpit[/vc_column_text][mk_divider style=”padding_space” margin_top=”10″ margin_bottom=”10″][vc_column_text]CG Says: The 2018 Porsche 718 Cayman is essentially unchanged after its extensive revamp last year. The Cayman is Porsche’s “entry-level” two-seat sports car and is the hardtop-coupe variant of Porsche’s 2-seat, mid-engine Boxster convertible (reviewed separately). The base engine for the 718 Cayman is a 300-horsepower turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder, while the S is powered by a 2.5-liter version with 350 hp or 365-hp in GTS trim. Both engines offer a choice of 6-speed manual or 7-speed automated-manual transmissions. We classify both as Premium Sporty/Performance Cars. Available features include keyless access and starting, adaptive cruise control, and blind-spot alert. Though its mid-engine layout compromises passenger and cargo space somewhat, Cayman is surprisingly practical, and its road manners and mechanical sophistication will delight the most discriminating driver. While most rival sports cars offer superior power and a much better features-per-dollar ratio, they typically don’t match Porsche’s brand cachet and high trade-in values. Be careful when selecting options, though, as checking just a few boxes can send prices quickly skyward.[/vc_column_text][mk_divider style=”padding_space” margin_top=”10″ margin_bottom=”10″][mk_content_box heading=”The Facts”][mk_table el_class=”new-review-specs”]

Class	Premium Sporty Performance Car
Body Style(s)	2-door hatchback
Passenger Count	2
Drive Wheels	rear-wheel drive
Manufacturer	Porsche
Nation of Manufacture	Germany
Base Prices	Base: $57,950 S: $70,350 GTS: $81,750

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Base Engine turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder

Horsepower 300

Std. Transmission 6-speed manual

Avail. Transmission 7-speed automated manual

EPA City Range (mpg) 21-22

EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 28-29

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Optional Engine turbocharged 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (S, GTS)

Horsepower 350 (365 in GTS)

Std. Transmission 6-speed manual

Avail. Transmission 7-speed automated manual

EPA City Range (mpg) 19-21

EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 25-28

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(5 is the highest rating)

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Road Tests and Additional Info

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2019 Porsche Cayman Review

2017 Porsche Cayman Review[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]