2017 Porsche 718 Boxster & Cayman - Review and Road Test

[@fajitas4every1]

The facelifts to the Boxster over the last 5 or 6 years turned it into a very good looking car.

[@richard165s]

Got to admit... that four cylinder sounds pretty good... But the old six sounded more than just pretty good.

[@simplefact4u]

richard165s I was between 718 and 981 GTS, and trust me 718 sounds like subaru while 981 GTS sound is intoxicating

[@kickyadick]

richard165s if 718 were the first cayman/boxter ever made, it then will be the best sounding cayman/boxter ever.

[@sinoperture]

And the 981 Spyder sounds better again than the GTS!

[@thesnoringsurgeon]

Also test the 981 before buying the 718. The 718 has a low growl. The 981 has a high soaring wail. Opinions differ. You all decide.

[@simplefact4u]

Dr Raymond Tan Suan-Kuo was it the 981 GTS ? Cause nothing beats the sound GTS makes no matter where in rev range it is . That exhaust sound then scream of engine is hard to beat , once you try 981 GTS , 718 can't be matched

[@robthebob3882]

You guys make the best reviews of any car. You make even the most boring car exciting. Keep up the great work!

[@coureurdebois]

O_o

[@gmansplit]

Are you implying that the 718 is boring?

[@BigBoss-ps6vk]

Lol what

[@Mrapg32]

Thanks for the nice review KBB. To those who complain about the price, the new 4-cylnder engine and various other quibbles, I'm wondering how many of you have owned a Boxster or even test driven one? I'm on my 5th Boxster with the new 718 as my current one so I have a lot of experience with these cars. This doesn't make my opinion gospel, but at least it's from real-world experience. Admittedly, I was a bit disappointed with the sound of the new 4s and in some ways I miss the old engine sound, but the overall driving experience far outweighs this small negative for me. I traded in a Boxster S for a well-equipped base and it blows my old S out of the water in many ways including newer technology, speed and handling. Before you complain about the engine or anything else relating to performance, I suggest you go test drive one.

[@kbb]

Glad you enjoyed it, Aaron!

[@jamesrhs]

The intricate camera work makes me feel I am right there with you guys.

[@octane520]

Best Car review ever Perfect work and the music was on point too

[@jerrydufresne1886]

I test drove this and fell in love with it, but wanted to add I am 6'6 and fit in it comfortably (yes with the top). This is the only roadster I have ever fit in, and it's a glorious vehicle.

[@M4NA5]

Great review, and I agree with what most car reviewers in the sense that 718 is the best Porsche you can and should buy.

[@oesoy]

Kudos to your gimbal cam operator. That transition shot from the frunk to trunk was the most original shot I've seen in a car vid for years.

[@TheFernguerrero58]

Great review. I bought one thanks to this review. Save the manuals.

[@JohnThePA]

I've been checking out the 718 Cayman S in Miami blue for a while - so happy you guys finally reviewed it. In terms of price, you're really paying for the badge and the fact that it's a mid-engine sports car from a company with a long heritage.

[@DJEddieXZ]

Gotta love Zach

[@MatthewGaither]

Wow, what a great review! Nice job! I really appreciate how you went through some of the better options and your sense of enthusiasm for the cars.

[@kbb]

Thanks, Matthew! We really do love testing these cars. I'm glad you feel so informed!

[@ambiv5995]

This was seriously an awesome review! It covered everything I wanted and needed to know! Thank you for a job well done!

[@joshcoverston6084]

Filmed literally down the street from my house. Awesome

[@mattka5354]

Absolutely stunning car. Great review. Time to buy a lottery ticket!

[@rynleo1981]

Thanks for the frank comment. It's my favorite driver's car too.

[@tofutrader]

I love my 718 Boxster base. It’s pdk and has sport Chrono…perfect balance of sportiness and daily driver.

[@philmyers8678]

Excellent review though I am still unsure about that 4 banger.....

[@aurelian1]

I look at it this way: you'll be laughing last when yours is the sports car that can actually be driven every day, instead of on weekends.

[@aurelian1]

I should clarify -- it's not that a V6/V8/etc. is bad, it's just that a Cayman or Boxster driver may well get satisfaction from a car they can afford to drive every day, and for longer on a tank.

[@sinoperture]

People who buys sports cars tend to not care about fuel economy. :-)

[@landrewmackinnon4888]

Princess Peach not always the case it seems.

[@essel23fly]

There’s already many of these on the used car market.

[@wanlmeddoc2000]

Great review! I watch it again and again. Well done!

[@Todiros]

I just configured GT Silver Cayman with 911 20-inch wheels, manual transmission, and black/red interior. Total beauty for 65K euro. Going to print it out and put it on my wall for reference!

[@darwandoo]

The guy does a really good job

[@raywei8472]

Dream car for me

[@freeyourmind9000]

are these electronic shifters even reliable? will it work after 20 years not needing replacement parts?

[@gene978]

awesome Zach! You did the 718 justice.

[@MJ-qd3jg]

YEESS PORSCHE IS MY FAVOURITE CAR BRAND😍❤❤❤🔥 THEY SAY ITS BAD BUT ITS A BEAST

[@MartinEquities]

Very good detailed video

[@chipanddonno1726]

What would be better and with what optional features that could stay under $70,000?

[@BonesBrigader]

"Whats your favorite sports car huhhhhhhhh?" lol

[@daniel-j-harris]

I have the Cayman and only got Miami Blue, PDK and Carrera S wheels as extras. I don't think you need much more it's meant to be a sports car not a luxury car. Alcantara standard seats are soooo nice as well, much nicer than leather or sportex i think.

[@justabagel5173]

have you ever driven a honda ?

[@cargueone1971]

just a bagel / they are industry car reviewers, so yes they have.

[@justabagel5173]

it was a quote from the end i found funny

[@azeemarfeen]

This channel is ❤

[@kabob21]

Uh, those weren't the 18-way powered seats, those were the 2-way manual Sport Seats Plus in the Boxster.

[@thecrazeecow1682]

I love my 986! Best 7K I've spent... the most underrated Porsche

[@rschotsal1]

Thecrazeecow congrats on the 986, enjoy! I’ve had my since 2000 and still awesome. Its in my garage right next to my 2018 718 GTS oh yeah. For $10k or less why bother selling my 986? Such an underrated car!

[@richa9073]

Great review - entertaining review - classy review. Thanks!!

[@kbb]

Thanks, Rich! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@chltmdwp]

I hate all the Porsche designed cars except for this and Cayenne. Well done.

[@inspiration_5877]

chltmdwp Yes. 911s have too much bulk in the front and the GT3's spoiler is hideous. Only the Cayenne and 718s are impeccable. I'm actually saving up for a 2017 718 Cayman S. Used, of course.

[@callez2402]

I would recommend the 981 instead.

[@eddiegray793]

PDK stands for pretty darn kool

[@Steven58]

Yes, but how is it on the snow? ;)

[@sonvfave]

Love the car good job with the high points too, In retrospect the " good residual, well we do know how that plays don't we, but for us want a be Boxster fans... The prices are fantastic for " the best sports car at any price"

[@sinoperture]

Can you option a locking diff like on the upper end 981's?

[@schmo7777]

this gets the same highway mpg as my Kia optima hybrid at that speed. rather drive this lol.

[@fireblizz516]

Rain Drop! @5:27

[@northamericanauto43]

I love Porsches. They are by far better than Ferraris. They also attract less attention.

[@northamericanauto43]

Trust me, a silver Porsche 911 Turbo would attract very little attention. Especially compared to a 458.

[@tomi2251]

Infiniti no cause some people have money they just don't want to be flash with it... independently rich

[@utubejoe11]

@Peppery idiot

[@MrLalasd]

What's your favorite sports car?

[@baldheadlogic]

I always have been a fan of Porsche cars. There is not substitute.

[@tinytkevo12]

Just ordered a yellow boxter

[@differenttigers]

"Have you ever driven a Honda?" 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@danmcclaren5436]

You got me. I guess I gotta get a Porsche Cayman

[@Jarl_69]

A $57k car without automatic seat adjustments is just ridiculous....

[@nicolasrmarca9642]

Jarl Ballin' less electronics with make it last longer and are true to its sporty appearance

[@sinoperture]

Less weight. More reliabilty. Ages gracefully.

[@thorn-]

Automatic seats in a pure sports car is ridiculous.

[@Jarl_69]

A Boxster/Cayman isn't a pure sports car...

[@thorn-]

Midengine, 2 seater, 0-60 in 4 seconds... sure, whatever. ;)

[@inspiration_5877]

Sure, it's a 4 Cylinder straight. It creates 300-350 Horsepower for a 4 Cylinder engine. That isn't bad. It's already Turbocharged so why not buy a few performance parts that are good for tracks, a supercharger, and learn how to install it yourself. I wouldn't do that at all. It's about the experience and quality of the build, not always the big numbers.

[@rousseau327]

"which you know, if you're driving a manual....which you probably aren't 😒" LOL

[@tomi2251]

this is just such a nice car i am getting one for my 15th birthday

[@realtalk7571]

Tomi I got it for my 9th birthday

[@vubaoanh1997]

Well people say money can´t buy happiness clearly don´t have a porsche. Have you ever seen a person driving a porsche looks sad?

[@가던도]

where is the chrono?????

[@MajorAddiction]

The transitions in this video though

[@apieceofcrap8794]

sooo....tell me Zack have you ever driven a Honda

[@cesarcastillo2405]

The silver detail inside the Cayman's trunk looks like it would look better on a Jeep since it kind of resembles the headlights and grill of the Wrangler.

[@landon390]

This was great

[@vizi0123]

Yay, this is in the same class as my Civic!

[@thorn-]

Except for the complete lack of suck.

[@vizi0123]

Guess i got to dumb it down for you... 4 cylinder Porsche = SUCK..

[@sammy50001]

This whole time I've been calling the PDK Porsche Double Klutch lol

[@exiledrabbit]

sammy50001 that's what it means though haha

[@gtperfection1596]

As far as I'm concerned there is only 2 true sports cars these days its the Corvette and Porsche both are offered in manual and both are lightweight and great on fuel just all around perfection for both.

[@TassieLorenzo]

You forgot the Lotus range. :)

[@markday6524]

Not much not to love about the Cayman.

[@jamesabhishek5748]

gud looking car with excellent price

[@jdord4838]

Very nice comprehensive review..."Yeshua/Jesus is the way"

[@APAstronaut333]

I would like this horse

[@knightmarel]

Maybe in 5 years with a warranty

[@venom5809]

I love Porsche but honestly at that price you should just go ahead and get a Z06.

[@thespectralsorrows]

Z06 starts $10K higher then the Boxster S, but yes it is a great car and the best coupe under $100K.

[@callez2402]

Too big and less stylish. But still a great car it seems.

[@hermit527]

It actually sounds like an FR-S lol

[@stevieg3078]

Why doesn't anyone think about us golfers? Will my clubs fit anywhere?

[@tenhundredkills]

LOL 6:28

[@warfighter8936]

Missing a flat 6.

[@thorn-]

You won't be missing the flat 6's lack of torque.

[@warfighter8936]

Still sounds a thousand times better than the 4

[@100thomasmagnum]

Dapdoi Ardon part of the driving experience is the intoxicating, symphonic sound of the 981 flat six. Yes, us Porsche aficionados care!

[@callez2402]

Its true, I did chose to buy a used 981 S, instead of 718, only for that reason. No regrets what so ever.

[@lzmartin7003]

killer....

[@Braselton21]

KZbin unsubbed me :( WTF

[@rizkynugraha8917]

Reliabilty? Porsche? Pffft

[@utubejoe11]

Gloriously raucous shriek. Hahaha. Silliest excuse/description yet. That thing sounds like a bag of shit.

[@TheMpamMpam]

They've lost it with the four cylinder... It is not the same feeling but it comes pricier... That is a joke

[@daniel-j-harris]

Yeah but its way faster and in the flesh sounds pretty good. Haven't had anyone I know say it sounds bad

[@callez2402]

No its not pollution. Porsche wanted them to not be as good, competing with bigger brother 911. Never going to forgive Porsche fr that. Anyway, now actually the six will come back in the new Spyder. With a six and the, as is it rumoured, omission of the manual cab, it will be epic. I will save some money, I may trade in my 981S..

[@BigBoss-ps6vk]

Why does number of cylinder? Will you pay $200,000 for a v12 Kia? I don’t think so

[@fatbowe]

..........Still Luv the Nat 6.........;--),,,,,,,,,,

[@kingreef2160]

Porsche is the most ridiculous car maker with shitload of options.

[@vaajchang]

it's sacralige to call porsche reliable.

[@justrandomthings319]

$80k for a 4 cylinder is A JOKE.

[@erikhertzer8434]

chancy319 : you are payng for engineering, not cylinders...350 hp from 2.5 liters is incredible.

[@thorn-]

This isn't a Civic 4 cylinder.

[@johnnyh788]

Incredible ?By what standard? Incredible expensive for sure. So easy to make power in turbo these day, only interesting about these engine is the new "ALS" system in these car. Well new Ford use the technology too. Do you know back to 80s-90s how much HP JDM turbo cars are making? EVO FQ440? 2.0 NA 220 HP is incredible, with turbo nothing is impressive from OEM by today's standard. By the way, A45 AMG make 50 HP more and only 2.0l and it was released like three years ago. Focus RS? All the 2.0 performance car make 310+? You are from stone age right. $80k for a 4 cylinder is a joke. "Turbo are power cheater"-- Motortrend whatever episode it was shown.

[@inspiration_5877]

You ever heard of a beautiful and yet functionally engineered car? Apparently not. 350 horses from a 2.5 Liter is crazy. Also, you can customize the engine with a supercharger to make it a twincharged engine.

[@iosonoi.7132]

I am sure this four cylinder can beat your 6 cylinder car. Hence the price

[@marcd695]

Still no 911

[@thorn-]

Which is a good thing. Not everyone wants a 911.

[@verygood7155]

718 sales are way down because of their gutless sound. People are scooping up the well optioned final years of the flat 6 engines. If this guy thinks this car sounds glorious he needs shock treatment.

[@101wrf]

I can't get excited about an $80,000 sports car with a FOUR CYLINDER engine. I'm sure it's fast and drives great, but the engine doesn't sound that great, and the exhaust is WEAK. For $80,000 Porsche shouldn't be making these kinds of compromises. This took a pure sports car and made it less than pure. Put in a 2.5 liter turbo 6 if you have to, Lexus has a 2.5 6 in their IS 250. Or bring back the old natural six, it was fabulous! Good review though.

[@TassieLorenzo]

The Porsche 356, 912, 914, 944 Turbo and 968 all had four cylinder engines, and they were all priced very high compared to Corvettes or Jaguars. What's the big deal? It's just traditional Porsche pricing.

[@HodsBroo]

I'll take an 86 and save the extra money lol

[@BigBoss-ps6vk]

HodsBroo the teenager who flips burger at McDonald’s made the same choice

[@marcdostie8409]

You guys need to chill on the fancy camera work. Makes me dizzy.

[@hemenkareamg6957]

so overpriced

[@thespectralsorrows]

How so? Excellent resale value and only the Corvette compares among coupes under $100K.

[@charlieellis8296]

sounds terrible. they could have turbo'd the six but they didn't in order to avoid it competing with the 911

[@aaronx375]

a $75,000 4 cylinder...I dont care if it is a Porsche. its just sad...smh

[@thespectralsorrows]

how about $400K for a new Ford GT with 3.5L V6?

[@thorn-]

Guess you've never heard of the Lotus Esprit.

[@marcd695]

Yeah thats a lot

[@exiledrabbit]

aaronx375 it's more powerful than the old 6 though do what's the problem

[@aaronx375]

exiledrabbit yes, it may be more powerful but at the end of the day it's still just a four cylinder! where's The Prestige? where's that Porsche classic Flat 6 sound? why am I paying 75 grand for a car with the same amount of cylinders as a Ford Focus!? it's not worth it!

[@MagicAyrtonforever]

Nice looking car with a terrible engine. Not worth the price.

[@135iN55]

A modern sportcars has to accelerate 0-60 in the 3 sec range. 5 secs would've been a rip off in 1975. Porsche is no longer building remotely competive cars. Simply put, this is horrendous slow AF garbage.

[@nudger5]

At have you got?