718 Cayman RWD
What the 718 Cayman adds over the Cayman GT4
| Spec | Cayman GT4 | 718 Cayman |
|---|---|---|
| Front brake diameter | 380 mm | 330 mm |
| Front brake type | Aluminum monobloc fixed-caliper brake, 6-piston | Four-piston aluminium monoblock fixed caliper |
| Rear brake diameter | 380 mm | 299 mm |
| Rear brake type | Aluminum monobloc fixed-caliper brake, 4-piston | Four-piston aluminium monoblock fixed caliper |
| Curb weight (maximum) | 2955 lbs | 3010 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 2955 lbs | 2944 lbs |
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 6 | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 3800 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horsepower | 385 hp | 300 hp |
| Torque | 309 lb-ft | 280 lb-ft |
| Engine type (full description) | Boxer-6 | Turbocharged flat four-cylinder engine |
| Fuel tank capacity | 14.3 gal | 14.3 gal |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 3616 lbs | 3649 lbs |
| Overall length | 174.7 in | 172.4 in |
| Overall width | 77.9 in | 70.9 in |
| Steering type | Variable ratio power steering | Electromechanical power steering with variable steering ratio |
| Front suspension type | Aluminum double wishbone | Lightweight spring-strut suspension (MacPherson type) |
| Rear suspension type | Aluminum multi-link | Lightweight MacPherson suspension |
| Tire size | 245/35 ZR20 / 295/30 ZR20 | 235/35 ZR 18 / 265/45 ZR 18 |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 18.7 ft | 36 ft |
| Wheel diameter | 20 in | 18 in |
| Wheelbase | 97.8 in | 97.4 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: Demand-controlled oil pump (integrated dry sump lubrication), Dual-branch exhaust system with central stainless steel tailpipe, Electromechanical power steering with variable steering ratio and steering pulse input, Four-piston aluminium monoblock fixed caliper brakes, front and rear, Lightweight MacPherson suspension rear axle, Lightweight spring-strut suspension (MacPherson type) front axle, Porsche Stability Management (PSM) incl. ABS with extended brake functions, Porsche Stability Management (PSM) incl. ABS with extended brake functions, Single turbocharger, 19 psi (1.3 bar) max. boost, Turbocharged flat four-cylinder engine, Two three-way catalytic converters and on-board diagnostics for monitoring the emission control system, VarioCam Plus valve stroke adjustment for intake and exhaust, Water-to-air intercooling (two low-temperature air-water radiators and a water intercooler)
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 330 mm |
| Front brake type | Four-piston aluminium monoblock fixed caliper |
| Rear brake diameter | 299 mm |
| Rear brake type | Four-piston aluminium monoblock fixed caliper |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 9.7 cu-ft |
Dimensions Exterior
| Overall height | 51 in |
| Overall length | 172.4 in |
| Overall width | 70.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 97.4 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1988 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | Turbocharged flat four-cylinder engine |
| Valve configuration | 4 valves per cylinder |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 300 hp |
| Torque | 280 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 21 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 24 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 28 mpg |
Fuel System
| Fuel tank capacity | 14.3 gal |
Steering
| Steering type | Electromechanical power steering with variable steering ratio |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 36 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Lightweight spring-strut suspension (MacPherson type) |
| Rear suspension type | Lightweight MacPherson suspension |
Tires
| Tire size | 235/35 ZR 18 / 265/45 ZR 18 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.9 |
| Transmission speeds | 6 |
| Transmission type | manual |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3010 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 2944 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 3649 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 18 in |
| Wheel width | 8 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety1 std · 0 opt
- Porsche Stability Management (PSM) incl. ABS with extended brake functions
Exterior1 std · 0 opt
- Dual-branch exhaust system with central stainless steel tailpipe
Powertrain10 std · 1 opt
- Demand-controlled oil pump (integrated dry sump lubrication)
- Direct Fuel Injection (DFI)
- Integrated dry-sump lubrication
- Rear-wheel drive
- Single turbocharger, 19 psi (1.3 bar) max. boost
- Six-speed manual transmission
- Turbocharged flat four-cylinder engine
- Two three-way catalytic converters and on-board diagnostics for monitoring the emission control system
- VarioCam Plus valve stroke adjustment for intake and exhaust
- Water-to-air intercooling (two low-temperature air-water radiators and a water intercooler)
- Seven-speed PDK (Doppelkupplungsgetriebe) optional transmission optional
Chassis4 std · 0 opt
- Electromechanical power steering with variable steering ratio and steering pulse input
- Four-piston aluminium monoblock fixed caliper brakes, front and rear
- Lightweight MacPherson suspension rear axle
- Lightweight spring-strut suspension (MacPherson type) front axle
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Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2016 Cayman. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the 718 Cayman
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhat does the 2016 Porsche Cayman 718 Cayman add over the Cayman GT4?
Against the Cayman GT4, 13 features become standard that the Cayman GT4 does not and 23 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.