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Porsche 718 Cayman

GT4 RS: a 493-hp flat-six from the 911 GT3, spinning to 9,000 rpm.1

Researched October 26, 2026 from 42 sources

At a glance

0250500
247–493 hpPower
0510
3.4–5.6 s0–100 km/h
0175350
260–315 km/hTop speed
0250500
310–450 N·mTorque
07501,500
1,335–1,451 kgWeight

The coral arc spans the family, from its mildest version to its wildest.113

Engine
2.0/2.5 L turbo flat-4 (S: VTG); GTS 4.0/GT4/GT4 RS: 4.0 L NA flat-6136
Layout
Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive11
Gearbox
6-speed manual or 7-speed PDK dual-clutch; GT4 RS: PDK only712
Built at
Stuttgart and Osnabrück, Germany1

The story

The Boxster's coupe sibling adopted turbo fours in 2016 for more torque and lower fuel use. Their soundtrack drew fierce criticism; the GTS 4.0 later added a naturally aspirated 4.0-liter six.123

2016: 718 Cayman debuts in Beijing20162017: GTS turns up the 2.5-liter turbo20172019: GT4 brings the flat-six back20192020: Naturally aspirated GTS 4.0 arrives20202021: GT4 RS: GT3 engine, 9,000 rpm20212022: Style Edition brings Ruby Star Neo20222023: 7:03.121 with the Manthey Kit20232025: 982 production ends2025 Porsche Cayman (987) (987): 2005–2012987Porsche Cayman (981) (981): 2013–2016981Porsche 718 Cayman (982): 2016–2025982 200420062008201020122014201620182020202220242026
GenerationsBefore and afterMilestones162122
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YearWhat happened
2005–2012Porsche Cayman (987) (987)
2013–2016Porsche Cayman (981) (981)
2016–2025Porsche 718 Cayman (982)
2016718 Cayman debuts in Beijing
2017GTS turns up the 2.5-liter turbo
2019GT4 brings the flat-six back
2020Naturally aspirated GTS 4.0 arrives
2021GT4 RS: GT3 engine, 9,000 rpm
2022Style Edition brings Ruby Star Neo
20237:03.121 with the Manthey Kit
2025982 production ends
  1. 2016

    718 Cayman debuts in Beijing

    The Boxster's coupe sibling launches with a 2.0-liter turbo four and 380 Nm; the 2.5-liter S adds variable turbine geometry and 420 Nm.12

  2. 2017

    GTS turns up the 2.5-liter turbo

    The 2.5-liter GTS delivers 360 hp, with PASM, Sport Chrono and a mechanical limited-slip differential fitted as standard.14

  3. 2019

    GT4 brings the flat-six back

    A naturally aspirated Carrera-family 4.0-liter six delivers 414 hp, with a full GT chassis and up to 50% more downforce without extra drag.56

  4. 2020

    Naturally aspirated GTS 4.0 arrives

    A GT4-related 4.0-liter six delivers 394 hp, with a six-speed manual, standard Sport Chrono and PASM sport suspension lowered by 20 mm.3

  5. 2021

    GT4 RS: GT3 engine, 9,000 rpm

    The first RS Cayman debuts with 493 hp from a GT3-derived 4.0-liter six, rear-quarter-window intakes and seven-speed PDK only.17

  6. 2022

    Style Edition brings Ruby Star Neo

    Announced for early 2023 in Europe, the Style Edition offers Ruby Star Neo, standard 20-inch Spyder wheels and optional black or white contrast packs.8

  7. 2023

    7:03.121 with the Manthey Kit

    Road-legal aero and chassis upgrades help the GT4 RS lap the 20.8-km Nordschleife in 7:03.121, beating the standard car by 6.179 seconds.9

  8. 2025

    982 production ends

    Porsche ends 718 Cayman production in 2025, closing the 982 generation's nine-year run.510

Every generation

  • Porsche Cayman (987)
    9872005–2012
  • Porsche Cayman (981)
    9812013–2016
  • Porsche 718 Cayman
    9822016–2025

Power over the years

From 247 hp to 493 hp in 6 years.

0200400600 2016201820202022 hp 2016 · 247 hp · Cayman 2.0 (China)2016 · 296 hp · Cayman2016 · 345 hp · Cayman S2017 · 360 hp · GTS 2.52019 · 414 hp · GT42020 · 394 hp · GTS 4.02022 · 493 hp · GT4 RS 493 hp GT4 RS 247 hp Cayman 2.0 (China)
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YearHorsepowerModel
2016247Cayman 2.0 (China)
2016296Cayman
2016345Cayman S
2017360GTS 2.5
2019414GT4
2020394GTS 4.0
2022493GT4 RS

Versions

12 versions worth knowing, with their power.

  • Standard

    718 Cayman

    2016–2025

    300 hp
  • 718 Cayman S

    Performance

    718 Cayman S

    2016–2025

    350 hp
  • 718 Cayman Style Edition

    Special

    718 Cayman Style Edition

    300 hp
  • 718 Cayman T

    Performance

    718 Cayman T

    300 hp
  • 718 Cayman GTS 2.5

    Performance

    718 Cayman GTS 2.5

    2018–2019

    365 hp
  • 718 Cayman GTS 4.0

    Performance

    718 Cayman GTS 4.0

    2020–2025

    394 hp
  • 718 Cayman GT4

    Performance

    718 Cayman GT4

    2019–2023

    414 hp
  • 718 Cayman GT4 RS

    Performance

    718 Cayman GT4 RS

    2022–2025

    493 hp
  • 718 Cayman GT4 Clubsport / GT4 RS Clubsport

    Racing

    718 Cayman GT4 Clubsport / GT4 RS Clubsport

  • 718 Cayman GT4 RS with Manthey Kit

    Special

    718 Cayman GT4 RS with Manthey Kit

    493 hp

  • Limited

    718 Cayman GT4 Sports Cup Edition

    2019

    414 hp

  • Limited

    718 Cayman GT4 RS Legends of Panamericana

    2023

    2 built

How to spot one

Look for

  • Gloss-black trim bridges the taillights, carrying a Porsche badge.2
  • Very slim indicator strips sit above the front air intakes.2
  • Air scoops behind the doors are larger than on the preceding Cayman.11
  • Taillights contain 4 brake-light elements that appear to float inside.2
  • GT4 RS: air scoops replace the small rear-quarter windows.7

Year by year

  1. 2016 launch

    New fenders, lights and bumpers, plus larger intakes behind the doors, distinguish the 718 from the 981.21011

  2. 2021 (U.S.)

    PDLS bi-xenons became standard on U.S. base, T, S and GTS 4.0 models; the GTS 4.0 gets black-finished headlights.12

Don’t confuse it with

  • 981 Cayman

    The 718 has black trim linking its taillights, a sharper nose and larger air intakes behind the doors.21011

  • Photo of a Porsche 718 Cayman
    718 Cayman
    Photo of a Porsche 718 Boxster
    Porsche 718 Boxster

    Porsche 718 Boxster

    The Boxster is the roadster sibling; the Cayman has a fixed fastback roof.1

Against its rivals

  • BMW M2 Competition (2019)

    718 Cayman vs BMW M2 Competition (2019)

    Skidpad

    718 Cayman1 g
    BMW M2 Competition (2019)1 g
    23
  • Toyota GR Supra (2020)

    718 Cayman vs Toyota GR Supra (2020)

    Price as tested lower is better

    718 Cayman$71,850
    Toyota GR Supra (2020)$57,375
    23

Prices

Value today $35.0K–$168.0K3132

Price when newAuction saleValue today
$0$100K$200K$300K 201820202022202420262028 Value today: $35,000–$168,000 2018 · $79,800 · US GTS; excludes $1,050 delivery2021 · $59,900 · US base; excludes $1,350 delivery2021 · $86,800 · US GTS 4.0; +$1,350 delivery 2024 · $207,000 · 2024 Cayman GT4 RS Weissach, 1,500 miles, BaT2024 · $44,500 · 2018 Cayman 6-speed, APR tune, 32k miles, BaT2025 · $168,000 · 2023 GT4 RS Weissach, 12,846 miles, PCARMARKET2025 · $68,500 · 2018 Cayman GTS, 3,500 miles, BaT2025 · $56,000 · 2021 Cayman 6-speed, 40k miles, BaT2026 · $35,000 · 2018 Cayman 6-speed, 51,250 miles, PCARMARKET2026 · $77,000 · 2024 Cayman S 6-speed, 2,386 miles, PCARMARKET2026 · $92,000 · 2023 GTS 4.0 PDK, 4,500 miles, PCARMARKET2026 · $55,982 · 2017 Cayman S, 13k miles, BaT2026 · $118,000 · 2024 Cayman GTS 4.0 6-speed, 11k miles, BaT2026 · $159,000 · 2023 Cayman GT4 6-speed, 4,300 miles, BaT2026 · $195,000 · 2024 Cayman GT4 RS Weissach, BaT $207.0K BaT, 2024
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YearPriceAmountDetail
2018Price when new$79,800US GTS; excludes $1,050 delivery
2021Price when new$59,900US base; excludes $1,350 delivery
2021Price when new$86,800US GTS 4.0; +$1,350 delivery
2024Auction sale$207,0002024 Cayman GT4 RS Weissach, 1,500 miles, BaT
2024Auction sale$44,5002018 Cayman 6-speed, APR tune, 32k miles, BaT
2025Auction sale$168,0002023 GT4 RS Weissach, 12,846 miles, PCARMARKET
2025Auction sale$68,5002018 Cayman GTS, 3,500 miles, BaT
2025Auction sale$56,0002021 Cayman 6-speed, 40k miles, BaT
2026Auction sale$35,0002018 Cayman 6-speed, 51,250 miles, PCARMARKET
2026Auction sale$77,0002024 Cayman S 6-speed, 2,386 miles, PCARMARKET
2026Auction sale$92,0002023 GTS 4.0 PDK, 4,500 miles, PCARMARKET
2026Auction sale$55,9822017 Cayman S, 13k miles, BaT
2026Auction sale$118,0002024 Cayman GTS 4.0 6-speed, 11k miles, BaT
2026Auction sale$159,0002023 Cayman GT4 6-speed, 4,300 miles, BaT
2026Auction sale$195,0002024 Cayman GT4 RS Weissach, BaT
2026Value today$35,000–$168,000

The rest of the story is in the app

The full file tells why each version matters, the legend behind the car and what to check before buying one.

  • Versions

    • Why each of the 12 versions matters

  • Legend

    • 14 stories from its legend
    • “Two Nordschleife lengths, two GT4 RS times”
    • “Manthey cut another 6.179 seconds”

  • Generations

    • The story of each of the 3 generations

  • Market

    • 5 things to check before buying one
    • Where prices are heading, and why
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