2020 Porsche Cayman GT4. The 718 Gets Its Six Back! (Does It Sound Good?).

Enthusiasts asked. Porsche delivered. The potent 718 Cayman and Boxter are once again available with a naturally aspirated 6-cylinder engine. Sounds like a winner! First up is the track biased 718 GT4 with 414 horsepower (sun worshipers will want the 718 Spyder convertible). The GTS 4.0 that’s slightly detuned and comfortable is coming soon. Tom Voelk zooms the GT4 up and down the backroads of the Pacific Northwest and finds it to be a heroic handler that will have big brother 911 looking over its shoulder.
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[@willb3018]

"I don't want to waste your time" Thank you. Too many KZbinrs apparently like to hear themselves talk and take too much time to get to what you tuned in for. As usual a great review of this Porsche.

[@kevinc1457]

Will B agreed 👍🏻

[@actontreadway1168]

I do not understand how so many have missed the fast forward feature 0f their KZbin player.

[@willb3018]

@@actontreadway1168 Not sure anyone "missed" it. I use it all the time. But there could be a bit more substantive content.

[@zz-.-]

First time I’m seeing this channel and subscribing just bc of this comment. Hate KZbin fluff,just get right to it.

[@RustyCyler]

As soon as he said "I don't want to waste your time", I clicked the 'thumbs-up' button. After reading comments like Will B's I can see I'm not alone. I swear... if I see one more goddamn YT video where its nothing but video-montages with shitty KZbin music blaring over it....

[@iandalonso]

As much as I love the 911, I gotta say this generation of caymans looks amazing!

[@nikolasmoljanovic2884]

Air vents doe... it's 2020

[@Peanutdenver]

The only Porsche I would chose over the GT4 is a GT3/GT3 RS. I love the styling as well of the 718. It has really matured since its inception.

[@sonofcain14]

I love the new segment. Never have see you so happy as driving that dreamy Porsche. Great review

[@mess0965]

Don't ask him about his ELR.....

[@DrivenCarReviews]

I like driving stuff. From anyone.

[@sonofcain14]

@@DrivenCarReviews maybe so.....but you were so happy in that Porsche.

[@-Munditimum-]

Gorgeous/production/editing video as always Tom. Loving the rating system, brilliant!

[@americanparser]

Love the channel, the scripting, the flow, the sly, mature (not adult) humor, the humility, and the smooth, cohesive editing. That's why I'm subbed. Rock on, Tom. I'm a writer and an auto enthusiast. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@Afrojeww]

Great review Tom. Great how you bring this level of enthusiasm and commitment to cars that aren't anywhere near as dreamy as this one.

[@tonywellington7854]

that is a great comparison and is so true: "the build quality and precision is a joy to behold....like a giant rolex watch"

[@JurisKankalis]

Another great photography. Enjoyed watching, keep at it!

[@mauricetremblay1324]

Hey there Tom. Great choice for car review. Love Porsche. And the light system is great. Red light green light. Cheers!

[@marcfd3756]

Great review with a lot of information packed in! Thanks!

[@mweingar]

I like the green, yellow, and blue light format. Great review of an epic car.

[@GrahamQuigley]

Happy to see you behind the wheel of another Porsche! 🤙

[@wilmotown]

I like the new segment! Great video as always!

[@dnbaddict]

414hp with an analog feel? Music to my ears. Great review!

[@supercooled]

For me, a 911 is a Porsche and vice versa. I'm sure the GT4 Caymen performs really well but if a 911 is almost the same price, it's a no brainer. Love the look of 911 lines.

[@samuelmcgraw7927]

Great review - wish there were more high quality manuals available! Thumbs up green-yellow-red highlights.

[@23Piccolina]

Tom, you are one of the finest reviewers on YT. This is another gem of a review. I have owned 3 Porsche Boxsters, all with a 6 cyl engine. Loved every one of them. Now own the Alfa Giulia, its a superb car. The only negative about this Cayman is the price. Its simply not worth the money. I'd buy a used Ferrari for that money, if I had that money! ha ha Thumbs up from me!

[@nidamreps]

what a great review. Very entertaining and informative. Thank you

[@davidwolf226]

Ya know, Tom... being an "old school" guy, I really like the minimalist approach to NOT have all of the safety nanny's we've become so used to in nearly every other vehicle. This appears to be a very fine sports car. Thanks for this review.

[@tommy516]

Looks amazing, I love my 718 GTS though, love the power band and I think it sounds good.

[@atanglesang5896]

Love your work man. Just subscribed

[@RobertHarsh]

I have a 16 GR4 you did an awesome review. I love to drive it every day.

[@byrongardiner3109]

This is exciting ... you get your hands on an enthusiast's dream up in the hills again ... Nice.

[@ivanmoreli9321]

I have a base Cayman 2009 (2.9) and I love it! The driving experience is just amazing! A GT4 is a dream and one day I will buy it for sure!!!

[@williamjackson5357]

I have a base Cayman, 2014, will probably get a GT4 or GTS, in the future

[@williamjackson5357]

The Cayman is an enjoyable, pure driver’s car

[@wildevad]

first vid that i watched from you, amazing!!!

[@doncarlos6314]

Love the new "light" system.

[@bradcolby3624]

Love all of your reviews! Great idea for green yellow red

[@olekiller11]

Love the green light yellow light red light part. Good add

[@dhalsim-1]

Great review and well produced. Say hello to a new subscriber.

[@Vazztudio]

Top content, top review. I really think your opinion is highly accurate and appreciated. By the way,I think evil twin would have love to drive this one! Thanks for the video and keep them coming.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Oh, he tried...

[@canto_v12]

Longtime subscriber. I still have your 2009 Cayman video on Favourites. You said many of the same comments about that car :)

[@williamjackson5357]

That’s because Porsche changes are incremental

[@67tomcat]

Great car, great review!

[@lohithreddy6629]

Loved it , you got a new sub😁

[@bioduntube]

Great videos as always

[@Billeh556]

I like your no nonsense. Subscribed.

[@gabrielm8043]

Comprehensive review. Loved it. You mentioned the 4.0 GTS but forgot to mention that is not yet available in the states. I would have liked to find out when it’s going to be...

[@blueberrycobbler]

Gabriel M It was supposed to be this summer, according to articles earlier this year, with the PDK released next year. But, most manufacturers have had their release dates on upcoming autos upended due to the shutdowns this spring.

[@crstothard]

Digging the new segment!

[@chrisanderson2204]

We need a GT4RS

[@jozosaravanja1626]

It's happening. There were some snapshots from tracks. It's either new Cayman or gt4rs.

[@D67578]

@Prince Porsches are lightweight

[@chron151]

@@jozosaravanja1626 Definitely on the way. My friends who work at the Nordschleife have been watching the Porsche test mule.

[@jozosaravanja1626]

@@chron151 Great to hear. Hope there's manual version as well. Highly doubt it but it would be cool

[@chron151]

@@jozosaravanja1626 I think there will be a manual but it needs to be a close-ratio transmission. The biggest complaint agains the 981 and 718 versions are that the gearing is too long. You shouldn't have to go to the aftermarket to fix this issue.

[@buzalgood4972]

Great review.

[@samkusnandar6521]

Great car...great review..!

[@RedC63AMG]

First time on the channel and I thought it was a great review ! It's going to be interesting to see if this is a success for Porsche, I'm not sure enough people choose build quality and heritage over out right performance at that price point. The big choice for buyers in this very specific market will be GT4 or Z06

[@Mamo878]

Cool vid Tom. Yup, we need to see a GT4 vs GTS 4.0 vid. Make it happen. haha Btw, what did you think of the gearing? Everyone, including Porsche, thinks the gearing is way too long, which means you're in go-to-jail speeds at redline in third or even second gear.

[@rclru]

I think a GTS is an overall better package for most customers. A GT4 is more a of a collector's item or for those that want to push a $100k+ car on the race track.

[@EKLion]

Styled colored letter “D” instead of a round dot is a nice touch. Good job, as always! (Miss the “evil twin” though)))

[@DrivenCarReviews]

The first attempt was a rush job. I like this better.

[@MightyTiki]

Like the new pros and cons section 👍

[@johnl2613]

lol the con section -). if you dont like go buy an SUV lol

[@dartagnanx1]

Terrific review!

[@ss-5813]

I just found out you channel and I recognize all the roads you drive. We live in the same neighborhood.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

You're out by Snoqualmie Falls? Love shooting there but I try not too because it would all look the same.

[@ss-5813]

@@DrivenCarReviews Yes Indeed. I live close by.

[@ss-5813]

@@DrivenCarReviews The roads around snoqualmie mill pond and where you shot near dirt fish are pretty empty most times and fun to drive around.

[@robmccall5017]

Nice Video! Love my GT4 which i have driven some 50 Laps on the Nürburgring Nordschleife already! Had only some slight Changes at the Setup made to allow more Cumber and a new Alignment. Car is absolutely nimble to drive on Track, just enough Power to get excited plus the midengine Concept is always preferable to the 911 in my Eyes. Since i dont use the Car as a Daily but only on Track, Your Yellow-, and Red-Flags don’t apply for me ; ) The Bucket Seats are too upright for me but on Track thats tolarable. Altogether this Car is the perfect Tracktool to have Fun even without the PDK due to the lovely Manual Gearbox with „Autoblip“ Funktion its hard to mess up the Downshifts. Love my GT4 and heading towards a 7.30 Minute Laptime (BTG) on the Ring! 🤙

[@RoderickVoordouw]

Good to read that you have great taste and actually use the car as intended. Did you consider a (second hand) GT3 as well or have any experience in one? I'm curious to the reason you picked a GT4 over a GT3. If that was ever a consideration for you to begin with.

[@daem3n]

I love the cayman.

[@play150]

I like the summary at the end - I think the colored icons could be replaced with some other green/yellow/red thing, but I'm not sure what! (Another style of Driven icons?)

[@cleanasdirt6832]

A traffic light has red at top green at bottom. Great review 👍🇨🇦

[@djejnyc]

Tom, love the Red Light, Green Light, maybe move to the end?

[@LILOCW]

This man is legendary

[@billymania11]

The only negative things about the Cayman 6 is fuel economy and that wing. Overall, this is a better choice for purists than the heavy cruiser 911.

[@Abhishek-150]

gts is without wing..

[@petedavis8701]

Lovely car, I’ve had a couple of Boxsters in the past but “Old Father Time” is catching up with me so lm into more comfy Mercs now 😀

[@williamjackson5357]

I have a 20 year old E320 Benz as a daily driver, I call it my workhorse, and a Cayman base, 2014 as my weekend and traveling reward🏎

[@christopherclark6383]

One of the VERY BEST

[@Cater821]

Love your channel. Keep up the great work. Oh, btw, you should really buy one of these. LOL... Have a great day.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

i would go for a Taycan 4S I think

[@wildstar-yq2jh]

another great review

[@cognition26]

Manual, naturally aspirated, 400hp, 3000lb, big brakes this is the sweet spot. They are actually right on the money. It's perfect.

[@rreichar1]

Nice review! Nicer car.

[@theboyisso6960]

Hello sir. A new subscriber who has been enjoying your content so far. Could you please please review the new Boxster GTS 4.0 as well!

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Twist my arm. Hoping to do the GTS 4.0 version. Preferable on a long road trip. Might be a while before I can get one though.

[@93455Driver]

Great video of an awesome car, but I know that the for me the GTS would be more than enough. Was checking the back catalogue trying to see if Tom reviewed the regular 4 cyl 718.......they are cheap used, if you can get past the engine sound.

[@trudgyhd]

No idea why this channel isn't up to 500k+ subscribers.

[@HotdogJuice]

Straight to the point 👍

[@mous3y490]

thank you for this video! i'm headed to porsche now to trade in my rs3.

[@WorkshopYS]

Hey Tom, How about some sort of direct car specification metric - rpms, torque, hp (although I prefer metric) - instead of the traffic light rating system? Thanks for the well written and produced review.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Not quite sure what you mean. Direct car specs metrics as it relates to what? I already give power figures in the graphics during the discussion of the powertrain.

[@chrisfreemesser5707]

Very refreshing to see a driver-oriented car with a manual transmission, no safety nannies, tasteful design, and a minimum of distractions. How badly I wish somebody could do something like this at a more affordable price...not everybody of more "modest means" wants a transportation appliance.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

It's called the Miata.

[@donaldshelton1720]

Love it green light

[@0Turbox]

If I had the money: Taycan for daily and this for the weekend.

[@timesconflux42]

2:20 i have never seen a reviewer do this HAHHA thanks

[@salsanchez2114]

I give this review a: BIG BRIGHT GREEN!

[@dlg5485]

Love the GT4, but I'm most excited about the upcoming GTS 4.0...same engine with more grownup styling and more comfort. It could have been called the GT4 touring. Also, I find it downright insulting that Porsche STILL refuses to offer Android Auto, which is inexcusable. I guess it's a good thing the engine sounds so damn good.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Agreed. My Cayman would be for long distance road tripping and the GT4 would be too much for my ears and bum. The vast majority of Porsche owners are iOS people and many of the automakers don't like the access to data that Google wants. That's a small ting considering the car.

[@dlg5485]

@@DrivenCarReviews Totally agree that the GT4 is best suited for track duty, not the kind of country road touring that I like to do. However, I don't agree concerning Android Auto. Having user friendly access to my media files and streaming for long drives is very important to my driving experience and it is definitely not something I should have to give up at this price point when every other brand offers it. I am also not convinced it has much to do with data sharing either. Apple is certainly not the altruistic, cuddly corporation that many people believe it is. They share user data just like all the rest, so that may be a distinction without much difference.

[@Pickins74]

iPhone

[@ZrobGM]

Android Auto isn't offered due to some security issues I believe. It's the same for other manufacturers

[@CartasticPorsche]

I give a perfect 10 for exit and a green light!

[@akajimbo1]

Great review as well. Love this car but I wish I were 20 years younger. My 2013 Boxster is already too stiff for me. I may be a minority here but I wonder if they they can create a grand tourer version of boxster/cayman with GT4 engine. 911 has gone too big these days.

[@PenCrisis]

I recommend getting the new 718 Boxster with PASM and the smaller wheels. Keep PASM in comfort too. Rides way better. The smaller wheels help a ton. I would recommend nice tires too. Stock pirellis suck. Or get a C8 corvette. The magnetic ride on corvettes are really good. Rides like a luxury car.

[@ice300tw]

sounds soooooooo good

[@yonathanhailu9542]

Wonder if this is a north american or european spec with the particulate filter or not. Havent heard this car without it yet.

[@Dingleberry69420]

This P straight G with them cortez’s @3:14

[@gudalawrence2028]

Green light; for skipping the customary intro.

[@juststuff5216]

What happened to the excuses about 'having to build a 4-pot' for emissions reasons'? Love the lighting system

[@johnl2613]

F the emission BS

[@TRZ0612]

It's an amazing car. However, while many may not take a base C8 over it, I bet A LOT more will take the upcoming C8 Z06 over it. The interior of the C8 is now to Euro standards in the highest trim levels, the Z06 will have a flat plank screaming V-8 and 600HP. Some snuff GM for the name plate, but GM has nailed chassis dynamics, suspension tuning, advanced stability/traction control systems, and advanced E-diff. for quite some time now. I have the lowly 2SS 1LE Camaro and it absolutely kills my previous F80 M3. I suspect after the hype dies down, you will see the C8 selling at 10% off MSRP, as always happens. The C8 Z06 will be a game changer for some of the expensive Euro counterparts.

[@superfluous9726]

Now we just need a Cayman gt2rs. The full twin turbo flat 6, super areo, etc. Of course with a manual.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Or a Mr. Fusion on a Taycan

[@evanperroncino1713]

All Porsches should have V6 engines standard!! No 4 cylinder engine should be used in these cars!! Good Review as usual Tom!! Please keep doing the Green/Yellow/Red segment!!

[@ormand3000]

*flat 6 engines

[@DigitalYojimbo]

i loved the cayman, but sorry I've moved on since you guys made the normal version a 4 banger. corvette here i come.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Check out the GTS 4.0

[@DigitalYojimbo]

@@DrivenCarReviews I'm aware that the 4.0 is a 6 cyl but the price and ugly wing.

[@sieonbastiani646]

I like the red light green light, however, in my opinion, I would like the sum of all the main points and maybe you could say if its a go or a no for you. Great Job as usual. And if you are wondering I am viewing from Georgetown Guyana, South America.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

It doesn't matter if it's a go or no go for me, it's up to the individual buyer. I can't make that decision for someone, my needs/tastes/budget/ are probably different. South Africa? Cool!

[@sieonbastiani646]

@@DrivenCarReviews I see your point. South America, bordered by Brazil

[@DrivenCarReviews]

@@sieonbastiani646 D'oh! I was reading too fast.

[@sieonbastiani646]

@@DrivenCarReviews It cool, lol. Your reviews are excellent, I sometimes rewatch in my downtime, and I am a huge fan of evil twin. Stay safe

[@wesleycherry3222]

My order just hit V250 and I can’t wait!

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Curious if you're paying a premium over MSRP for yours...

[@wesleycherry3222]

Driven Car Reviews : Negative. The demand didn’t seem to be super strong in my area of the country. I also had been after my sales rep since 2019 to get me an allocation. Deposit placed in February, then pandemic hit and I’ve just been waiting. I don’t think we’ll see a TON of MSRP+ on this GT4 like the 981.

[@Lenoch_]

This guy is really good in front of a camera

[@Marshmellow244]

Anyone know if they plan on releasing a non gt4 with a flat 6 in the coming years?

[@waaargh2985]

Porsche don’t disappoint

[@disham]

as with all 718 GT4 reviews the true sound of the engine can't be heard as it would clearly sound muted compared to the howl of the 981 GT4.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

I has to. There are world wide restriction on noise levels that weren't in place for the 981.

[@Maximumrandom69]

Sound of the engine is actually better compared to the 981. it’s the exhaust sound which is quieter

[@ast-og-losta]

I like the Cayman too. But I stopped buying Porsches awhile ago.

[@mntrader2]

We have to get Tom up to 1 million subscribers.

[@davidcraig7771]

How about you get yourself up to 1 million subs?

[@alliejr]

Tom, this car was made for you! Too expensive? Find an older 987.2 (before they changed to the turbo 4). Dead reliable and the same driving experience. Great video, again. Enjoy.

[@jeffrey-f]

dead reliable? hahahahaha my 987.2 was straight up disaster. Great car but that car had so many problems

[@epbrown01]

@@jeffrey-f Really? I drove a 987 for years without a hitch, and the 987.2 was supposed to have a bunch of fixes.

[@jeffrey-f]

E Brown yea mine had so many problems and right when I would get them fixed another part has broke the next week

[@jeffrey-f]

E Brown oil spewed in every single part of the engine

[@johnlee5307]

the 981 was the 718 before the 4cyl swap. 60k miles in 5 years and zero problems, and believe me I am nearly hitting the red line as much as possible at all times. The engine note and the shifter action is a dream.

[@tropicalstorm339]

So, the 3.8 liter flat 6 on the 911 Carrera S makes 430 hp and 325 lb-ft torque but the new *4.0* liter flat 6 on the 718 Cayman only makes 414 hp and 309 lb-ft torque?

[@Maximumrandom69]

Not true. The 991.1 Carrera S had 400 hp (ps). This has 420 hp (ps). The 991.1 Carrera GTS had 430 hp (ps). Get your information right

[@tropicalstorm339]

@@Maximumrandom69 If you want to be technical about, then fine. I stand corrected. However, the Carrera S (with the 3.8 liter flat six) still made 325 lb-ft torque, which is higher than the *new* and bigger *4.0* liter flat six in the 718 Cayman with its 309 lb-ft torque. If Porsche enlarged the Carrera S 3.8 engine to 4.0 and kept everything else, it would have made more than the 414 hp that the 4.0 liter in the Cayman and it will make even more than the 325 lb-ft torque that it already has. You happy now cowboy?

[@Closertotruth2]

I don’t think Porsche is worried about selling these. They will easily sell every one they make without difficulty.

[@billystutz55]

Everyone knows by now the 981 is the GT4 to have

[@basedhumanofficial]

is that a tape deck at @7:37?

[@EchoSigma6]

Base 911 or Cayman? Haven't had this tough of a decision in a long time. Like a kid, peanut butter and jelly or grilled cheese sandwich? Both so good in different ways. Love Porsche's manual transmissions.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Mom? I'm hungry. Can I have both please?

[@johnlee5307]

only 992 911 with manual will be a 911S which is nearly 120k with no options. The 718 GTS 4.0 should come in at 90K with plenty of options baked in with the GTS package. So prb 40k plus tax difference in price with a few options on the 911S. To me that's way too much. Especially since I much prefer the NA flat 6 vs the turbo.

[@GeronimoJenkins]

Green light!

[@kevinbodman1011]

Why would anyone want to visit Seattle after seeing how your Gov,Mayor treats its citizens.Btw great job.

[@foam27]

M3P FTW ;)

[@momentsbyron]

Green Light 💚💚💚