Porsche 718 Cayman
The 2025 Porsche 718 Cayman presents an average reliability profile, with no recalls or complaints reported.
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Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Transmission | Drivetrain | engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | coupe | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) | RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive | Cylinders: 4, Displacement: 2.0, Fuel type: Premium |
| 2024 | chassis_cab | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) | RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive | Cylinders: 4, Displacement: 2.0, Fuel type: Premium |
| 2023 | chassis_cab | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | Manual/Standard | RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive | Cylinders: 4, Displacement: 2.0, Fuel type: Premium |
| 2022 | chassis_cab | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | Manual/Standard | RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive | Cylinders: 4, Displacement: 2.0, Fuel type: Premium |
| 2021 | chassis_cab | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | Manual/Standard | RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive | Cylinders: 4, Displacement: 2.0, Fuel type: Premium |
| 2020 | chassis_cab | 6 | 4.0 | Premium | Manual/Standard | RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive | Cylinders: 6, Displacement: 4.0, Fuel type: Premium |
| 2019 | chassis_cab | — | — | — | Manual/Standard | RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive | — |
| 2018 | chassis_cab | — | — | — | — | RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive | — |
| 2017 | chassis_cab | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available.
| Year | Trim | pricing | Base price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | GTS 4.0 | Trim: GTS 4.0 | — |
| 2024 | GTS 4.0 | Trim: GTS 4.0 | — |
| 2023 | GT4 RS | Trim: GT4 RS | — |
| 2022 | Cayman / Cayman T | Trim: Cayman / Cayman T | — |
| 2021 | GTS 4.0 | Trim: GTS 4.0 | — |
| 2020 | — | — | — |
| 2019 | Cayman / Cayman T | Base price: $99,200, Trim: Cayman / Cayman T | $99,200 |
| 2018 | Boxster S | Base price: $56,900, Trim: Boxster S | $56,900 |
| 2017 | — | Base price: $53,900 | $53,900 |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | Seat rows | mechanical | GVWR | Keyless ignition | Steering location | Axles | Wheels | Entertainment system | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | 2 | 2 | 150 | 5.3 | 1 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | 2 | — | — | — | 1 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Optional | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | 2 | — | — | — | 1 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | 2 | — | — | — | 1 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Standard | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | — | — | — | — |
| 2020 | 2 | — | — | — | 1 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | — | — | — | — |
| 2019 | 2 | — | — | — | 1 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 97.4, Front wheel: 19, Rear wheel: 20 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Standard | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | CD + Stereo | 97.4 | 19 | 20 |
| 2018 | 2 | — | — | — | 1 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 97.4, Front wheel: 19, Rear wheel: 19 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Optional | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | — | 97.4 | 19 | 19 |
| 2017 | 2 | 2 | — | — | 1 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 97.4 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Standard | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | — | 97.4 | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.
| Year | nhtsaSafetyRatings | abs | esc | tractionControl | rearCamera | parkAssist | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem | Rated vehicle | tpms | adaptiveCruiseControl | forwardCollisionWarning | blindSpotMonitoring | pedestrianAeb | autoBrake | rearAeb |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | Rated vehicle: 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman 2 DR RWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman 2 DR RWD | standard | optional | optional | optional | — | — | — |
| 2023 | Rated vehicle: 2023 Porsche 718 Cayman 2 DR RWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | 2023 Porsche 718 Cayman 2 DR RWD | standard | optional | — | optional | standard | — | — |
| 2022 | Rated vehicle: 2022 Porsche 718 Cayman 2 DR RWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | 2022 Porsche 718 Cayman 2 DR RWD | standard | optional | standard | optional | — | standard | standard |
| 2021 | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | optional | standard | optional | standard | standard | — |
| 2020 | Rated vehicle: 2020 Porsche 718 Cayman 2 DR RWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | 2020 Porsche 718 Cayman 2 DR RWD | standard | — | — | — | — | standard | — |
| 2019 | Rated vehicle: 2019 Porsche 718 Cayman 2 DR RWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | optional | standard | 2019 Porsche 718 Cayman 2 DR RWD | standard | optional | optional | optional | — | optional | — |
| 2018 | Rated vehicle: 2018 Porsche 718 Cayman 3 HB RWD | standard | standard | — | standard | optional | optional | standard | 2018 Porsche 718 Cayman 3 HB RWD | standard | optional | — | optional | — | optional | — |
| 2017 | Rated vehicle: 2017 Porsche 718 Cayman 3 HB RWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | 2017 Porsche 718 Cayman 3 HB RWD | standard | optional | optional | optional | — | optional | — |
Model year reports
2025
NewestThe 2025 Porsche 718 Cayman presents an average reliability profile, with no recalls or complaints reported.
2024
The 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman presents an excellent reliability profile, with no recalls or complaints reported.
2023
The 2023 Porsche 718 Cayman presents a compelling sports car experience, but used buyers should approach with caution due to a significant number of Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs).
2022
The 2022 Porsche 718 Cayman offers a compelling driving experience, but its "Below Average" reliability verdict demands careful inspection.
2021
The 2021 Porsche 718 Cayman presents a compelling sports car package with zero recalls and zero complaints, indicating strong initial build quality.
2020
The 2020 Porsche 718 Cayman presents a compelling driver's car proposition, but its 'Below Average' reliability verdict warrants careful consideration.
2019
The 2019 Porsche 718 Cayman offers engaging performance but demands careful scrutiny due to a critical recall and a high volume of Technical Service Bulletins.
2018
The 2018 Porsche 718 Cayman presents a compelling driving experience, but potential buyers must approach with caution.
2017
The 2017 Porsche 718 Cayman demands careful consideration for used buyers.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Porsche 718 Cayman?
Carfocal currently has 9 published 718 Cayman reports, covering 2017 through 2025. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2025 Porsche 718 Cayman presents an average reliability profile, with no recalls or complaints reported.
Published year coverage: 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025.
Is the Porsche 718 Cayman reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Porsche 718 Cayman. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2025 porsche 718 cayman presents an average reliability profile, with no recalls or complaints reported. and the 2025 porsche 718 cayman's value hinges on its performance credentials versus the potential for minor electronic issues indicated by its tsb count. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
9 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Porsche 718 Cayman?
Carfocal answers common-problem questions in the year-specific reports. Published guides currently cover 2017 through 2025.
Problem patterns will populate as repair-prediction coverage expands.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 9
- Years tracked
- 9
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints