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Porsche Cayman<\/h1>\n

The Ultimate Guide – History, Generations & A Guide to Every Cayman Variant<\/h3>\n

This is the ultimate guide to the Porsche Cayman, the mid-engine marvel that has quietly become a legend in its own right. From its debut as the “baby 911” to its current status as a driver’s car par excellence, we explore every generation and variant, uncovering the secrets of its exceptional handling, its thrilling performance, and its undeniable appeal. Prepare for a deep dive into the world of the Cayman, complete with stunning visuals, captivating stories, and valuable insights for enthusiasts and prospective owners alike.<\/span><\/p>\n

Overview<\/span><\/a> \/ <\/span>Cayman Generations<\/span><\/a> \/ <\/span>Models In-Depth<\/span><\/a> \/ <\/span>Videos & Images<\/span><\/a> \/ <\/span>More Updates<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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Porsche Cayman Generations<\/h2>\n

The Cayman Evolution<\/h3>\n

The Porsche Cayman made its debut in 2005 as a mid-engine coupe derived from the Boxster platform, slotting between the Boxster and the 911. The first generation, known as the 987C, featured a 2.7-liter flat-six engine in the base model and a 3.4-liter flat-six in the Cayman S. It was praised for its balanced handling and driver-focused experience. In 2012, the 981C second generation arrived, with sharper styling, improved aerodynamics, and more refined interiors. This generation offered the same engine options but with slight power increases, cementing the Cayman as a standout in the sports car segment. Special variants like the Cayman GT4 also debuted, equipped with a 3.8-liter engine borrowed from the 911 Carrera S and a manual transmission, thrilling enthusiasts.<\/span><\/p>\n

The third generation, the 982C, launched in 2016 under the 718 Cayman moniker. This model marked a controversial shift to turbocharged four-cylinder engines, including a 2.0-liter in the base model and a 2.5-liter in the 718 Cayman S. Despite the downsized engine, the performance was impressive, and handling remained exceptional. In 2020, Porsche responded to purists by introducing the 718 Cayman GT4 and the GTS 4.0, both powered by a naturally aspirated 4.0-liter flat-six engine, reviving the symphony of the traditional flat-six roar. Across all its generations, the Cayman has maintained a reputation for precision, balance, and delivering a driving experience that rivals more expensive sports cars.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The Cayman S is a revelation. It’s a proper driver’s car that’s every bit as good as, if not better than, the 911. It’s beautifully balanced, incredibly rewarding to drive, and offers exceptional value for money<\/p>\n

<p>Evo Magazine (2006)<\/p><\/small><\/p>\n

Porsche Cayman (987) Variants<\/h3>\n

The Cayman S was the first production Cayman model to be released to the public as a 2006 model year offering. A year later, Porsche gave us the base Cayman. As expected, there were very few changes to the Cayman S in 2007 and 2008, with some mainly cosmetic changes and additional options. The Cayman engine gets a 200 cm\u00b3 boost in displacement and a gain of 20 horsepower while the new Cayman S engine doesn’t gain any displacement, but thanks to the fewer moving parts and the introduction of Direct Fuel Injection (DFI), it produces 25 more horsepower. In the middle of 2008, Porsche introduced its first 987 Cayman limited edition car, the Design Edition 1. There were several more special editions over this generation. <\/span><\/p>\n

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The Cayman has always been a great driver’s car, but the 981 takes it to another level. It’s sharper, more responsive, and more engaging than ever before.<\/p>\n

<p>Auto Express (2012)<\/p><\/small><\/p>\n

Porsche Cayman (981) Variants<\/h3>\n

The Cayman S benefitted from the same engine and running gear as Porsche’s latest 3.4-litre version of the 911 while the base Cayman a 2.7-litre engine. The Cayman GTS was introduced in 2014 and it got a slightly more powerful engine, a new body kit, new 20-inch Carrera S wheels, new Bi-Xenon headlights, and a new sports exhaust system. In 2015, the ultimate track oriented version of the Cayman was launched and it was an instant hit. The Cayman GT4 had a revised and a slightly de-tuned version of the 3.8-litre flat-six engine from the 911 (991) Carrera S. The GT4 was available only with a 6 speed manual transmission and weighed 1,340 kg, and had a number of track-focused options and hardware changes.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The 718 Cayman GTS 4.0 is a masterpiece. It’s a pure driver’s car that delivers a level of engagement and feedback that’s rare in today’s world of turbocharged and hybridized performance cars. It’s a car that makes you feel alive.<\/p>\n

<p>Top Gear<\/p><\/small><\/p>\n

Porsche 718 Cayman (982) Variants<\/h3>\n

The 718 featured two new horizontally-opposed flat-4 turbocharged engines at 2.0-litre (Boxster\/Cayman) and 2.5-litre (Boxster S\/Cayman S) displacement with increased torque and horsepower with lower fuel consumption. In October 2017, the GTS models were announced with their 2.5-litre engines rated at 360 hp. Since 2020, the GTS 4.0 model has been offered for both 718 models. The new model features the 4.0-litre flat-6 from the Cayman GT4 and Boxster Spyder, however de-tuned to 394 hp. Like with its predecessor, the Cayman also gets a motorsport version. The 718 Cayman GT4 RS is the pinnacle of the range and is one special variant. <\/span><\/p>\n

…a screaming, snarling, utterly addictive track weapon that’s also surprisingly civilized on the road. It’s a masterpiece of engineering and a pure distillation of Porsche’s motorsport DNA<\/p>\n

<p>Top Gear on the 718 Cayman GT4 RS<\/p><\/small><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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