2017 Porsche 718 Cayman review
Porsche 718 Cayman highlights
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Pros
- Great turbocharged engine options
- Excellent PDK automatic transmission
- Sharp handling
Cons
- No six-cylinder engine
- Features you might expect standard are optional
- Four-cylinder engines don’t sound great
Mileage (EPA estimate)
20 city, 26 highway, 22 combined
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Great car for driving enthusiasts
With a new name, the 2017 Porsche 718 — that’s “seven-eighteen” — Cayman is an impressive performance car that's refreshed for this model year. Look out for the well-crafted interior, a range of balanced engine options, and sharp handling that will put a smile on your face.
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5 reasons to buy the 2017 Porsche 718 Cayman
1. Performance machine
The 2017 Porsche 718 Cayman is a joy to drive. Even the base model is a lot of fun but there are optional performance features to look out for too. The active suspension management system adds adaptive dampers and lowers the ride height by 10mm for improved handling. If you need more, look for the Sport Chrono package, which adds launch control (on automatic models) and a Sport button that sharpens engine and transmission response for 20 seconds.
2. Luxury interior
Even though it’s built for performance, you’ll love the luxury interior of the 2017 718 Cayman. The six-way adjustable sports seats with electronic back controls make finding the right driving position easy. At the same time, you’ll enjoy the automatic climate control so you can focus on the road ahead. Other standard features include Bluetooth® connectivity, a six-speaker sound system, and a rearview camera.
3. Powerful engine options
No matter what you require from your Porsche 718 Cayman, there’s an engine to suit you. The base model features a turbocharged 2.0L engine with 300 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque. It comes standard with a manual transmission if you prefer to row your own gears but the optional PDK automatic dual-clutch transmission is very impressive. The 2017 Cayman S has a 350-hp 2.5L engine with 309 lb-ft of torque. It’ll do the sprint from zero to 60 mph in just 4.0 seconds.
4. Good cargo space
Sports cars like this aren’t always known for their cargo space but the 2017 Porsche 718 Cayman is surprisingly roomy. Because of the mid-engine design, the Cayman not only has a 4.4 cu-ft trunk but there’s another 5.3 cu-ft of space up front under the hood. While you might not be able to carry large items, you’ve got enough space for a few weekend bags or groceries.
5. Head-turning style
There’s no denying just how good the Porsche 718 Cayman looks. The shape of the air intakes signals you have a real performance car on your hands while the headlights give an added air of sleek sportiness. If you want head-turning colors, look for Racing Yellow, Lava Orange, or Miami Blue. If you’d rather make a statement with the interior, the red leather option just screams luxury sports car.
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Porsche 718 Cayman features and specs
Base 2WD 2D Coupe
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Leather Seats
- Manual Transmission
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Spoiler
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- A/C Seat(s)
- Apple CarPlay
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Blind Spot Monitor
- BOSE Sound System
- Burmester Audio
- Front Seat Heaters
- Full Leather Interior
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Power Seat(s)
- Rear Spoiler
- Smart Key
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.0L
Horsepower
300
Torque (ft-lbs)
280
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
14.3
Wheelbase
97.4"
Overall length
172.4"
Width
78.5"
Height
51"
Front tires
P235/45ZR18
Rear tires
P265/45ZR18
Seating capacity
2
Transmission
Manual 6
2017 Porsche 718 Cayman FAQ
The 2017 Porsche 718 Cayman is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Base: 21 MPG City and 28 MPG Highway
- S: 20 MPG City and 26 MPG Highway
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