2025 Porsche 718 Cayman Model Review with Prices, Photos, & Specs
Porsche 718 Cayman
Key Features
- Starting at $72,800 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 3.0L 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 seven-speed PDK dual-clutch transmission or available 6-speed manual 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
Track-ready performance, a driver-focused cabin, and timeless styling cues are only three of the most appealing characteristics of the exciting Porsche 718 Cayman. A true display of unbridled driving bliss, the 718 Cayman is assembled with a mid-engine layout along with rear-wheel drive for a perfected combination of agile handling and athletic acceleration. Featuring your choice of turbocharged 4-cylinder or naturally aspirated inline 6-cylinder engines — the 718 Cayman is perfectly suited to all types of driving styles. Thoroughly modern yet timeless at the same time, its upscale interior has been painstakingly designed to support every action of the driver. Advanced technology infused into the 718 Cayman provides exceptional connectivity and convenience functions to enhance your drive. From twisting canyon roads to smooth 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 2025
2025 is expected to be the final year of production for this particular generation of the Porsche 718 Cayman. This year, the available PDK transmission is now standard across the lineup while the 6-speed manual remains available as a no-cost option as well. Elsewhere in the model range, Vanadium Grey Metallic is now available for select trim levels of the 2025 Porsche 718 Cayman.
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
Engineered with the customary Porsche horizontally opposed arrangement, standard power for the 718 Cayman comes in the form of a 2.0L turbocharged boxer 4-cylinder producing a balanced 300 horsepower. Step up to the 718 Cayman S to receive a larger 2.5L turbocharged boxer 4-cylinder with 350 horsepower. For the ultimate in exhilaration, the Porsche 718 Cayman GTS 4.0 and 718 Cayman GT4 RS are powered by an iconic 4.0 liter naturally aspirated six-cylinder boxer engine, producing 394 and 493 horsepower respectively. Drivers can choose between a close-ratio 6-speed manual or opt for the standard 7-speed PDK dual-clutch automatic for razor-sharp gear changes. Other available performance features of the 718 Cayman lineup include a mechanical limited-slip differential with Porsche Torque Vectoring (PTV), Sport Exhaust System, PASM Sport Suspension, and the iconic Sport Chrono package.
Driver-Focused Cockpit
Designed with a careful emphasis on ergonomics combined with driver-oriented support, the cabin of the Porsche 718 Cayman helps instill a true connection between driver and machine. The puristic layout of the dashboard features an ascending center console along with three round instruments within the gauge cluster including a center-mounted tachometer. A selection of leather and Alcantara upholstery options provide the perfect combination of supple feel and exceptional support during high-speed cornering. Both lightweight and functional, the standard Sport steering wheel features two alloyed gearshift paddles on PDK-equipped 718 Cayman variants for precise control. Perfect for a weekend getaway, the 718 Cayman includes 5.3 cubic feet of space in the front storage compartment along with 9.7 cubic feet at the rear for all of your luggage.
Innovative Technology
Serving as your centralized command center for infotainment and critical drive information inside the Porsche 718 Cayman, the standard Porsche Communication Management (PCM) system offers a wealth of connectivity features. Standard across the model range, 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 the journey takes you. Choose from BoseⓇ Surround Sound and BurmesterⓇ High-End Surround Sound Systems for a truly unparalleled listening experience. Available 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 $72,800 MSRP*
- 2.0-liter Turbocharged 4-Cylinder Boxer Engine
- 300 Horsepower | Rear Wheel Drive
- 0 – 60 MPH in 4.7 seconds
- Top track speed – 171 MPH
718 Cayman Style Edition
- Starting at $79,200 MSRP*
- 2.0-liter Turbocharged 4-Cylinder Boxer Engine
- 300 Horsepower | Rear Wheel Drive
- 0 – 60 MPH in 4.7 seconds
- Top track speed – 171 MPH
718 Cayman S
- Starting at $84,800 MSRP*
- 2.5-liter Turbocharged 4-Cylinder Boxer Engine
- 350 Horsepower | Rear Wheel Drive
- 0 – 60 MPH in 4.2 seconds
- Top track speed – 177 MPH
718 Cayman GTS 4.0
- Starting at $99,700 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 – 182 MPH
718 Cayman GT4 RS
- Starting at $164,200 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.