2021 Porsche 718 Cayman S - Owner's Review - Would I buy Again?

Full Review of the 2021 Cayman S and POV test drive. Is the 718 Cayman S enough performance? In this video we will go over the interior and exterior , exhaust note, storage capacity, drive modes , comfort and pricing.
GoPro Hero 10 black POV footage
INTRO: (0:00)
WINDOW STICKER: (1:32)
EXTERIOR WALKAROUND: (3:40)
CARGO / FRUNK AND TRUNK: (4:36)
INTERIOR: (7:21)
LED PDLS+: (10:37)
REAR SPOILER: (15:26)
EXHAUST NOTE: (15:44)
DAY POV TEST DRIVE: (16:25)
NIGHT POV TEST DRIVE: (28:03)
CONCLUSION: (35:36)

[@francistsui4931]

I had a 2021 Cayman S since I was told 2025 will be all electric so I just bought a 2024 Cayman S with configuration exactly the same as the 2021 and it is my fifth Cayman S with a 2015 Cerrara S in between. All my Porsches are yellow! 😊😊😊

[@RobertEaglefy]

Same, but with the base model because the taxes over 2.0L are eye-watering high. Racing yellow too, PASM, all black leather interior, 20 inch Carrera wheels and so on. I'll get it in May 2024.

[@videogazer801]

Gave this video a like, because you are definitely a very down to Earth reviewer and you respond to your viewers. Hope you continue to make more videos.

[@SketchUpArchitects]

Thanks ! I will post a update soon

[@odinikita4821]

Beautiful. I love the 981 and 718 cayman/boxster twins.

[@TheOtherClips]

The gts 4.0 is a flat 6, not a v6

[@saurabhpatel6630]

Awesome car! I am finally ordering my 992 911 GTS in shark blue. My first Porsche can’t wait. Enjoy it

[@SketchUpArchitects]

Love the new 911 designs! Get ready to turn some heads!

[@saurabhpatel6630]

@@SketchUpArchitects I know plus I ordered it with Aero Kit with big wing in the back! Thanks

[@user-js9ee2xo1k]

Great video and I love your car man. Felt like I was there with you. Always dreamt of owning a Porsche as the last 5 cars I've owned were BMW's. Currently drive a '23 BMW X3M40i which it a beast of an SUV to drive and very fun and practical. However, I'm also a Porsche fan and an itching to get either a Cayman S, Cayman GTS 4.0 or possibly a Carrera/Carrera S, although those have gotten quite pricey. Greeting from Florida 🙂 -Mark

[@mobike008]

Same as you. Own a BMW X3M40i and contemplating a Cayman GTS 4.0 😅

[@gsthree9534]

Great looking car. I love the guards red with the black wheels and trim.

[@SketchUpArchitects]

Thanks !

[@march3769]

Love your review! I'm in Houston as well!

[@SketchUpArchitects]

Thanks ! I’m in Fort Worth Texas

[@catanasi]

Thanks so much for sharing this. I’m a woman who loves driving sports cars. Currently driving Corvette C7 but my husband has taken it over so I’m getting a ME car. I thought I was going to go for full manual but seeing PDK in action was intriguing. I simply LOVE the purr and handling of this car. Thumbs up for this review. Much appreciated..

[@SketchUpArchitects]

Thanks ! It’s a joy to drive a highly recommend test driving one if you haven’t already you won’t be disappointed with the PDK shifting , that being said I am curious to drive a manual Cayman if any car would be fun to drive as a manual it is a Cayman I just feel it will take away from the daily driving use of it in stop and go traffic manual can be a bit cumbersome.

[@bramcurtis6900]

You're never making a mistake buying a Porsche. And the Cayman S makes 345 HP and 310 Lb Ft of torque. 0 to 60 in 4.5 sec and over 180 MPH top speed. Carrol Shelby himself said you cannot really use more than 300 HP on public roads...not and keep your license. And Porsche consistently finishes in the top 5 in the world in initial quality. When you buy a Porsche you are buying a very well made car you can legitimately daily drive. Buy it.

[@Ben-nk3ro]

Love the over the top opening 😂

[@RichardsWorld]

I can tell your right hand wants a manual transmission 😀

[@SketchUpArchitects]

I didn’t want the Manuel but I do miss driving stick every now and then , probably feel great with this car!

[@Jwdude123]

Shoulda got the Manual. Fail.

[@racksontheway659]

@@Jwdude123 nah, i dont wanna do more work on the highways and in traffic just to look like a “cool car guy”, dumb bloke

[@dsitum]

Doesn't the manual come with long gears, which makes it less revvy, therefore less fun. E.g. 2nd gear goes all the way to 120+ km/h

[@wesleywalls7582]

@@dsitumI think the long gearing issue is specific to the GTS.

[@itaybutavia1204]

good review Really nice car ! Good luck to you. I'm really jealous of you Is my dream car !

[@SketchUpArchitects]

Thanks ! It’s a fun car , dreams can come true

[@jayc7612]

Beautiful Porsche man, I test drove one for a weekend basically your exact spec but a 2018. They are amazing, the pops and burbles are so loud stock. Definitely a neck breaker in Red! It’s a rocket 🚀, hopefully I can scoop one up after I graduate college.

[@SketchUpArchitects]

It’s an attention grabber whenever I take it out , it’s a fun car you won’t be disappointed !

[@jayc7612]

@@aarongu346 no I just graduated and I’m moving away from my hometown for work, so I’ll probably get it in a year when I’m back settled with some savings. I’m excited tho

[@johnvoto3584]

@@jayc7612u got it yet bro?

[@Contractnik]

Headlights turning - Tucker tried that way back when. He was ahead of his time.

[@carminered]

how did you setup the camera for the POV drive. love your content, bro.

[@SketchUpArchitects]

Used the GoPro hero 10 with a clamp mount attached to the “roll bar” I don’t think that is the exact name for it behind the seats , I think I need to bring it a little lower next time I make a video

[@edubwalter3179]

Great video...still deciding whether to get the S,GTS, or a base 911 Carrera

[@SketchUpArchitects]

All good choices . I love the new 911 body styling. If your after performance the GTS might be the best bang for your buck take some test drives and go with your gut!

[@SketchUpArchitects]

But that being said , the S doesn’t lack either, ii will still give you more than enough thrills when you push it

[@willyuan1]

@@SketchUpArchitects it has a lot of turbo lag though

[@weho_brian]

red on black, love it

[@Bon-mz5kb]

The bi xenon lights also turn with the steering wheel

[@wildensleveque4404]

very amazing video I loving it well explain i am 6 foot 3 what do you think

[@SketchUpArchitects]

I’ve seen other videos of taller people reviewing the cayman and have not heard any complaints , I’m about 5’6 checkout Doug Demuro’s Cayman review I believe he’s 6’ something kzbin.info/www/bejne/jpq6mWNnj7l0lZI

[@picoconsultinggroup5228]

Great video ! By the way, nice flag in your garage !!!!

[@SketchUpArchitects]

Thank you bro !

[@saegaema]

First, fun opening sequence! Caught my attention. Thanks for this review. I've had a couple Boxsters - the most recent a 981 S (flat 6) putting out ~320 hp. I also had a 987.2 Cayman S which I miss to this day (though the 981 was the better car, no doubt). But there's a 2017 Cayman 718S with all the fixin's for sale in my area that has caught my eye and about 20k depreciation vs your car new, and as much as some people moan about the 4 banger turbo sound, it sounds darn good to me as you get on it. I could see how the pops and crackles might get to you in Sport but since they're gone in regular mode and Sport +, no harm no foul if you don't want them around. Your 718 guards red and black rims are sweet. Enjoy the ride and you got me champin' at the bit for another Cayman. Cheers and again, thanks for the review.

[@SketchUpArchitects]

Thanks Marc! I have never driven the Flat 6 engine on the cayman I’m curious to see how different the sound is, when I tell people it is a 4 cylinder they are surprised, it doesn’t sound like a 4 banger. Porsche has tuned this engine wonderfully , I enjoy the pops and crackles , sometimes I do wish the engine was louder tho.

[@danielhamilton5094]

@@SketchUpArchitects Porsche doesn't use V6 motors in sports cars. They do use Flat 6's though

[@SketchUpArchitects]

@@danielhamilton5094 initially I was annoyed by your comment, but after a bit of thought , thanks for the correction, I really didn’t pay attention to that detail but it is important , having owned a straight 6 Supra as my first car I really do appreciate the difference. Flat 6 > V6 !

[@tayloraverett3138]

Did you install after market mesh for the front grille intakes? My understanding is that Porsche dosent do that at the factory and leaves them exposed and lots of people have had to install their own mesh after seeing others get rock chips in their condensers.

[@SketchUpArchitects]

Yes I did another video on that, I had a rock damage the condenser , after that incident I purchased my own mesh Gilles and installed myself , fairly easy process I highly recommend !

[@rembo183]

Merry Christmas!🎄. Note: starting up your car with garage closed like this… carbon monoxide poisoning?

[@SketchUpArchitects]

Merry Christmas Joel, I never leave on for too long with garage door closed for the same reason, perhaps I should’ve added a warning ⚠️

[@josephabdo6664]

I love my 718 manual base with sports chrono and PSAM. Three pedals is a must for me! I opted for base and just tuned my, saved 10k and have GTS power now lol

[@lucvandenberghe2149]

Beautiful car. My dream since my childhood. Porsche Cayman might be just affordable. Still saving a little bit :-) PS: why does driver keep his hand on the shift lever so often? Surely it is much better to steer with 2 hands and shift with the paddles? Luc

[@SketchUpArchitects]

It’s a fun car to drive, I’ve owned several manual transmission cars and this is my first paddle shift car, but yes two hands are ideal , and both paddle shift and lever shift are both enjoyable, glad to see prices becoming more affordable, just needs rates to drop now

[@rocquecaceres9221]

Peephole camera to admire this beautiful car ???!!! !! Great!!

[@borghorsa1902]

Thinking about X5, X6 or Cayman. SUV is for sure a better overall ride in traffic, better sound insulation but a sports car is more fun

[@ronniep9272]

Get the Cayman, you only live once.

[@bramcurtis6900]

I would leave the spoiler up 100% of the time. Lol. I love it. And I'd order my Cayman in black so the trim beneath it matches. Up all the time. And will say this too. People riff on the sound of the 4 pots. But the 2.5 l especially is one of THE "beefiest" 4 bangers I have ever heard. I like the sound of that car juusst fine.

[@SketchUpArchitects]

Every time I’ve told someone it is a 4 cylinder they do not believe it because of the sound. Definitely performs above its weight class!!

[@josephabdo6664]

The flat 4 is a marvel. I have the base manual sports chrono and I can def hear the beefier sound in 2.5 in your video. Damn! lol. But the base was in my budget and I still love these cars. Anyone says they suck hasn’t driven one.

[@Bon-mz5kb]

Imo, the sport chrono is kind of a gimmick option. My 2019 Boxster 2.0 doesn't have it, and it still launches from 0 to 60 in 4.02s, and i did have dragy gps to time it, so it's accurate. I'm not sure how it achieved that time, but that's pretty ridiculous for a base model. I'm not going to comment on aesthetic options because that's personal preference, but id however gone with satin or silver wheels, in contrast with the guards red. Mine is also a guards red and I went with silver, although it would have been nice to have the satin, but it was out of stock. Fun fact: The boxster spoiler deploys a little bit lower than the cayman does, simply because of the difference in aerodynamics properties. And, some cars in different market have soft limiter at 4,000rpm when you rev it at a stand still in Park or Neutral. Beautiful car anyways! Enjoy it.

[@michaelmich00]

would u go to a next porsche or another car after this one?

[@josephabdo6664]

Sports chrono is a must for me. The mapping in the ecu in sport and sport plus changes the driving dynamics

[@fredmercury1314]

It's two steps above the base model, because there's a T model between them.

[@SketchUpArchitects]

The T is kinda a side step from the base, but cool nonetheless

[@borinvlogs]

really like this car due to tunability they can make 450hp easily and i like the fact that it is newer and therefore less problems and maintenance, but i just can't do with this sound after living with NA flat sixes. 981 GTS would be a good choice but then again it lacks the performance and still more expensive than 718S. i also daily Tesla Model 3 Performance so worried previous gen 3.4S would be quite underwhelming without much tunability and turbo.

[@robbradley1337]

Beautiful car but too much money for a 4 cylinder. I found an allocation for a GTS 4.0 at 10% over MSRP. I think I'll wait it out for one at MSRP.

[@SketchUpArchitects]

Thanks Rob, hopefully your wait won’t be long.

[@bitc0inlightningrules423]

What does the amount of money has to do with the amount of cylinders? This thing is more of a beast than most of the 911s

[@ravok23]

Great car! I am in the market for one as well. Looks like outside of San Antonio!?

[@SketchUpArchitects]

It’s a fun car ! Fort Worth

[@ravok23]

@@SketchUpArchitects Awesome! I knew it was Texas. Can't wait to get one! Thanks for the video!

[@fernandobravobravo740]

Magnifica presentación

[@SketchUpArchitects]

Thanks Fernando 🙏

[@alexanderdavis8006]

How is traction in the wet? Any issues pulling onto a busy street?

[@SketchUpArchitects]

Grip is great even in rain 🌧️

[@alexanderdavis8006]

@@SketchUpArchitectsdo you have PTV with the limited slip?

[@alexanderbrik1831]

Wow professional make montage video

[@jonathanl2748]

I never understand the smoking package. Who’s going to smoke in a Porsche? Good video!

[@SketchUpArchitects]

I agree I am not a smoker , But apparently there are some I heard of a recall because people were throwing their cigarettes out the window and it was getting caught up in the engine side vents, They recalled and added Grill protection for it

[@RichardsWorld]

I’m surprised he left the cigarette lighter in it. I usually throw it out. For a car like this I’d put it back in if I was going to sell it.

[@dwightmoore3060]

It's to plug in the radar detector!

[@jonathanl2748]

@@dwightmoore3060 Ah, good point.

[@Baerchenization]

Let me help you understand :) It has nothing to do with smoking. If you don't option it, there is an ugly little cubby hole that is not much use for anything, so it is about the looks and at least with the 981, it was one of the only two free options ;) Also, at least with the 981, there is a flimsy little rubber patch glued to the bottom of the cubby hole which looks really cheap and does not even fit very well, so I have considered getting the smoker package aftermarket even. It looks shite without and costs nothing to have... it is not an invitation to smoke ;)

[@Ersy90]

Why do you always drive with 1 Hand and keep one on the shifter? Keep your hands on the wheel.

[@SketchUpArchitects]

I try to mix it up , I do like the gear shift but not the same as a manual transmission

[@bramcurtis6900]

And btw. The GTS is NOT a V6. It's a flat "boxer" 6.

[@SketchUpArchitects]

My mistake it is a flat 6

[@user-sn1lu5yi6r]

Question ....Any reliability or mechanical issues with the transmission or 2.5 flat four turbo ??? Any concerns regarding a mid engine, highly covered and hard to reach engine to do regular maintennce on ?? Love the car. A true drivers machine.

[@SketchUpArchitects]

Good question I’ve put 37k miles on it since 2021 and have had 0 mechanical issues . Have only done standard maintenance, and replaced a couple flat tires due to nails, excellent car

[@smellybuttfinger1546]

i don't get these roads... sometimes left lane is fast lane, sometimes right lane is fast lane, sometimes mid line is slow lane and left and right are fast lanes, sometimes mid lane is fast lane.... where is this?! and how is this the norm there? accidents must happen 24/7 there

[@SketchUpArchitects]

This is true , Texas, most people drive around 80mph unless there’s traffic, accidents are common some worse than others , safety first!

[@topshoota4333]

Price not bad

[@ericmobleyfo]

hahahaha the intro

[@francistsui4931]

Tax is not based on in the price of the vehicle? 😮

[@trigganometry168]

I'm going for the GTS 4.0 poverty spec. I like as little electronics as possible and the upgraded interior bits i feel like is a waste in a sports car with such a small cabin space. I would definitely dress up a Cayenne Turbo GT. But here's my build $650 GT Silver, $220 Porsche logo in satin black, $470 Heated Multifunction Sport Steering Wheel in Carbon Fiber, $250 Manual Gear Lever with Carbon Fiber Trim. I would do the PCCB but they discontinued in the U.S for MY2022 and I wish there was an option to delete park assist/sensors where they punch holes into your front and rear bumper In Europe that is a paid option. Total MSRP $88990 plus $1350 delivery. I got a lot of the stuff you paid for standard like Sports Chrono, 20" sports wheel in satin black, Sport Exhaust System with two tailpipes in High Gloss Black. Nonetheless nice review!

[@SketchUpArchitects]

Not a bad spec,

[@1whospeaks]

THE SPOOOOOOOOKIEST THING OF ALL... TWOOOOOO SEEEEEEEAAAAAATS... OOOOOOOOOOOH

[@AM-nk7it]

@ 36:12 " The GTS 4.0 is a V6" - Are you serious? Cannot believe you said that.

[@SketchUpArchitects]

Please forgive my mechanical vocabulary ignorance. I should have said In-line 6 or perhaps straight 6 would have been acceptable , I meant no offense to the Porsche community. They deserve better … my apologies

[@AM-nk7it]

Huh? Porsche 4.0 GTS? In-line six or straight six? You cannot be serious right now. Un-be-lie-va-ble. Please, look it up so you don't say or write stuff like that anymore, and get to your community the right information. Thank you

[@bokiNYC]

@@AM-nk7it I believe he was joking 🙂

[@BubuBarong]

Why are you always grabbing the lever?!

[@SketchUpArchitects]

Just habit , I had a manual for many years

[@nanoometaleiro]

718 -> definitely manual transmission.

[@andygtv]

Is it me or is it only exciting when you’re speeding

[@SketchUpArchitects]

It’s not you it’s the car, it loves to be pushed and you will love pushing it , safely of course, I suspect only on a track will you only be able to truly appreciate the performance of the Cayman or any Porsche

[@98765432139267]

Do you get lot of complements and thumps up?

[@SketchUpArchitects]

This car is a movie star and I am just playing a supporting role in the background

[@98765432139267]

@@SketchUpArchitects awesome! If you ever get a chance to upgrade to GT4 do it. I drove it and it’s a beast of a car!!

[@jordanbeagle5779]

Nice review but careful showing your speed on KZbin!

[@SketchUpArchitects]

Thanks Jordan, I thought about censoring it out , I will in future videos just in case. Texas highways do have high speed limits but the cayman easily gets to the triple digits without you noticing

[@jankubicek1432]

Beautiful $50kcar now selling for high 50’s if 2 years old

[@SketchUpArchitects]

can’t find a 2019 718 Cayman S under 75K in the U.S.

[@videogazer801]

These cars did NOT drop $40k in a few years. The Cayman holds value extremely well.

[@troysmith9007]

Those black rims need to go It makes the car look old

[@SketchUpArchitects]

It has a black and red theme, In person the gloss black rims look great

[@Mr99conrad]

Dude…. No one cares about the details. Cool stuff once you fit into driving it. That’s what I (potential buyer) am curious about. Do some track days!!!

[@ivanmamic2046]

4.0 is not a v6 lol, its a flat 6 boxer engine

[@SketchUpArchitects]

Yes, mistake on my part, love the flat six I think I would’ve preferred a six cylinder cayman primarily for the sound but four-cylinder does perform well

[@unwokeneuropean3590]

Porsha? Mate, its Porsh-e sound.

[@MrChampcar43]

Cup holders should never be in a car..why does anyone need to be drinking anything while driving..

[@willyuan1]

interior looks very outdated for 100k

[@SketchUpArchitects]

It’s a well put together Interior but does lack some modern elements, I can only assume this is intentional when a car like the Porsche Taycan has many modern features

[@kingcharlessapproval8778]

For that money you could have got the NA engine😱😣😫

[@SketchUpArchitects]

Not a new one though

[@michaeldebusk6718]

The older na GTS is 13 seconds slower around the german ring 😂 keep your sound ill take the 13 seconds.

[@videogazer801]

Turbo is way better for torque and driving experience. The NA engines are overrated a d is for purist tool.

[@AROTTWEILERR]

Please take your hands off the gearstick,,,, it's an auto ffs

[@SketchUpArchitects]

It does have the shifting capabilities but I get it ….. lol I don’t regret getting automatic but I see why the standard is favored by some.

[@Jwdude123]

Beautiful car too bad it’s an automatic.

[@SketchUpArchitects]

Thanks , I’ve had several manual transmission cars in my time, I’m curious to try a Porsche manual but I do enjoy the PDK, it’s also faster so that makes up for some of the loss of the sport feeling of a Manual in my opinion.

[@videogazer801]

Honestly, the PDK is the absolute best configuration. Manual is lame and only persay.

[@BrewTownBiker]

10k more for a 24 sad☹️

[@SketchUpArchitects]

I purchased in 2021 new for 89k , currently a new 2024 model with similar spec are going for just above 100k not sure if this is happy or sad news, I think I’m happy they’re not going for less than when I purchased. And they are also hard to find , I was only able to find 3 new similar specs within 500 miles of my area. Also with current interest rates if financing owner will be paying considerably larger amount then previous years. So I think I’m happy with my purchase but sad if buying one now.

[@PraetorAirsoft]

That must be so boring owning a Porsche in America, straight roads everywhere! You're missing out.

[@andresmattos7541]

Overpriced

[@videogazer801]

True. But that’s pretty much every sports car now. $90k plus tax is a crime for this German Miata.

[@gabrielsun3834]

In China, 718 is a sterotypical sports car which is always called "side bitch's car" because it is more preferred by female drivers for its size, interior space, and lower price compared with 911. So ppl think that the rich ppl would purchases this car for their side bitches. LOL....

[@SketchUpArchitects]

Do you own one?

[@gabrielsun3834]

@@SketchUpArchitects Not yet, this is my dream car

[@gsthree9534]

How misogynistic...

[@dannyhoward3437]

Well, China is run by a brutal Communist regime.

[@Iswhatitisssss]

So with a stage two tune this thing would keep up with gt3s etc yeah?