Porsche Boxster / Cayman 982
Porsche's mid-engine two-seater — from the 986 that saved the company to the last flat-six GTS.
31 reviewers · 80 videos · 9 hours watched · 13 press articles
Reviewers strongly agree on its handling and fun to drive, but split on performance and daily drivability.
across 31 reviewers
"performance-wise a huge difference to the old model... 6.6 seconds versus 4 seconds that's of course and something you really feel"
Autogefuhl · ▶ 17:54"first thought the engine very laggy very slow to respond and not powerful at all"
JayEmm on Cars · ▶ 5:53"i'm six foot three i am more comfortable in the cayman all the time no matter what i do with the seat"
EverydayDriver · ▶ 2:16"the box says always and the same to the game very very uncomfortable for me especially when you're on longer motorway runs"
Autogefuhl · ▶ 48:40"price performance wise a clear winner for today"
Autogefuhl · ▶ 92:14"my issue is what they're delivering here aside from the driving experience doesn't match up with the price tag"
Savagegeese · ▶ 27:25Performance
4.0/531 of 31 reviewerssplit“performance-wise a huge difference to the old model... 6.6 seconds versus 4 seconds that's of course and something you really feel”
positive · Autogefuhl · ▶ 17:54“this new 2.5 L turbocharged engine is absolutely stoning in just how quick it is”
positive · Drive.com.au · ▶ 5:29“It has 300 horsepower and feels like it has much more.”
positive · Salomundo · ▶ 16:57Handling
5.0/531 of 31 reviewersstrong consensus“things like steering fuel in the 718 are absolutely fantastic it's just so spot- on and you can feel absolutely everything that goes through the wheels”
positive · Chasing Cars · ▶ 16:36“the connection to the road is absolutely there in the every single thing that you do”
positive · Salomondrin · ▶ 3:14“steering is super precise here... it's just more precise and better to handle as for the steering”
positive · Autogefuhl · ▶ 18:31Fun to drive
4.5/531 of 31 reviewersconsensus“the lightness of the front end means that you just bring the car around in such a smooth Manner”
positive · Chasing Cars · ▶ 17:29“I thought it was the most exciting thing out there it was just so connected to the road”
positive · Salomondrin · ▶ 25:00“this one here has a more sporty driving experience it feels like the perfect driving machine”
positive · Autogefuhl · ▶ 21:36Daily drivability
4.0/530 of 31 reviewerssplit“i'm six foot three i am more comfortable in the cayman all the time no matter what i do with the seat”
positive · EverydayDriver · ▶ 2:16“we have so many more Creature Comforts in a modern car like this”
positive · Jubbal & Cars · ▶ 15:08“the box says always and the same to the game very very uncomfortable for me especially when you're on longer motorway runs”
critical · Autogefuhl · ▶ 48:40Value
4.0/529 of 31 reviewerssplit“price performance wise a clear winner for today”
positive · Autogefuhl · ▶ 92:14“It's less than half that for one of the last 718s. And for an S with everything else that that gives you at 35, ludicrous amount of Porsche sports car for the money.”
positive · 9WERKS TV · ▶ 17:27“it only costs 50 to £60,000 which makes it all the more of a crying shame that it does not sound and respond as well as it used to”
positive · Autocar · ▶ 8:56Hear it in the reviewer’s words
- Top Gear
Porsche 718 GTS 4.0 review: the 6cyl Cayman is back! Reviews 2026 | Top Gear
◆BuyThe 718 GTS 4.0 is a triumphant return to form for the Cayman, offering a class-leading chassis paired with a naturally aspirated flat-six that enthusiasts have been craving.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts who prioritize engine character, linear power delivery, and manual transmission engagement.
- Watch out
- Frustratingly long gear ratios · Particulate filter slightly muffles exhaust sound
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Porsche 718 Cayman GTS Driving, Engines & Performance | Top Gear
◆Worth itThe 718 Cayman GTS 4.0 is a beautifully balanced, naturally aspirated sports car that prioritizes engagement and character over raw numbers.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts who value mechanical purity, steering feel, and daily usability in a sports car.
- Watch out
- Long gearing · High-RPM torque peak · Motorway road noise
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Porsche 718 Cayman GTS review: the world's best sports car? Reviews 2026 | Top Gear
◆Worth it, with caveatsA fabulous, balanced sports car that offers more intensity than the base model, though the 718's four-cylinder transition has slightly dulled the perfection of the previous generation.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts who want more power and are willing to trade some ride comfort for intensity.
- Watch out
- Abrupt ride quality · Four-cylinder engine lacks the character of the old six · Expensive options list
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Porsche 718 Cayman GTS Review 2026 | Top Gear
◆BuyThe 718 Cayman GTS 4.0 is arguably the best car Porsche builds right now, offering a perfect balance of performance, sound, and daily usability.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts who want a daily-drivable sports car with a naturally aspirated flat-six engine.
- Watch out
- Gearing is too long
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Porsche 718 Cayman Review 2026 | Top Gear
◆Worth itThe 718 Cayman remains a benchmark sports car, though the base four-cylinder engines lack the character of the older flat-sixes; the GTS and GT4 models are the true standouts.
- Best for
- Drivers seeking a complete, daily-usable sports car who don't require rear seats.
- Watch out
- gruff sound of 4-cylinder engines · high price of upper trims
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2021 Porsche 718 Cayman GTS 4.0 First Drive
◆BuyThe 718 Cayman GTS 4.0 is a masterclass in sports car engineering, offering a perfect blend of naturally aspirated performance and daily usability.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts seeking a modern Porsche with the soul and sound of a traditional naturally aspirated flat-six.
- Watch out
- Long second gear ratio · Slight weight penalty over the S model
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2021 Porsche 718 Cayman GTS 4.0 First Test Review: GT4 Goodness at a Deep Discount
◆BuyThe 718 Cayman GTS 4.0 is a masterclass in balance, offering nearly identical performance to the GT4 while being significantly more comfortable for daily use.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts who want a high-performance Porsche that can handle both track days and daily commuting.
- Watch out
- Less aggressive tire compound than the GT4 · Cast iron rotors instead of carbon-ceramics
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Porsche Cayman GTS 4.0 Review: Brilliant No Matter Which Transmission
◆Worth itThe Cayman GTS 4.0 remains a brilliant driver's car regardless of transmission, with the PDK offering a mature, highly capable alternative to the manual without sacrificing engagement.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts who want a daily-drivable sports car that excels on both track and road.
- Watch out
- Cramped pedal box · Small side mirrors · Stiff ride on long trips · Stop/start system stutter
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