New 718 Cayman GT4 4.0 review - all the Porsche you'd want?

This is the new 718 Cayman GT4 4.0, a car Porsche probably doesn't make money from. In this review Jonny Smith struggles to work out why you would pay the £10k extra for a base model 992 911, or the £35,000 extra to join the back of the queue for the Cayman GT4 RS (released on the day of this shoot at the LA Autoshow) when the naturally aspirated, manual gearboxed GT4 is such an exhilarating and satisfyingly simple car to live with.
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The GT4 uses an adapted version of the 911 992 3.0 block, bored out and without the turbocharging. It delivers 420PS (414bhp) and 420nm of torque, but above 4500rpm - right around to 8000rpm is where the difference is felt. You can order the GT4 as a 6spd manual or 7spd PDK, whereas the RS can only be ordered with the latter 2 pedal set up. The GT4 has 50% more downforce than the previous 3.8 GT4 (which was manual only) and is quicker around that big green hell German toll road than the Carrera GT V10 of 2004. It's as quick as the 997 911 GT3 4.0, which was launched 10 years ago and is probably worth double most of our houses by now.
So at £75k you are being offered Cayman practicalities, balance and semi-balljointed suspension/ giant 380mm brakes taken almost directly from the GT3 911. Yet GT3s are far more expensive. And how badly do you want that 2+2 seating arrangement?
The manual GT4 is 1mph faster than the PDK equipped version, but 0.5 sec down o. 0-62. Can you feel it? No. Does seat time in the GT4 make Jonny feel like this is every bit what you'd want from a performance, naturally aspirated sports Porsche? Absolutely. The RS has extra lairy styling, extra lightness and extra power but you have to question whether we really need it. Especially when the price point with this car as tested is so.... well... Bargainous. Relatively speaking.
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0:00 Intro
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[@neiljoseph904]

I’ve seen many reviews of the GT4 since it’s launch, but I think this is one of the best. Unpretentious, honest and professional. I completely agree with Johnny - if you’re going to buy this car for the joy of driving, ease off the options pedal and keep it simple and attainable. Well done Johnny and the LBS team! ✊🏽

[@TheLateBrakeShow]

Neil, hugely appreciate the comment. Many thanks.

[@neiljoseph904]

@ Yes I have, and I prefer Johnny’s review over Matt’s

[@planesailing6919]

@@neiljoseph904 agreed.

[@GeeWebber]

Agreed. Brilliant down to earth review. Really went into the details that the average driver can relate to.

[@Danielkempe]

Or just buy the GTS ;-)

[@timsaxon5825]

Most reviews are in two parts. Stand in front of the car and talk features, then ‘let’s go take it for a drive’. The way Jonny mixes things up makes it such a better experience.

[@burgundyexpress]

I don't think I have ever seen a KZbin video with no dislikes! This says a lot about your refreshing style Jonny - not trying to be a comedian all the time, just informative and entertaining. I can't afford a GT4. It took me 2 years to find a 981 Cayman S with manual box and leather dash; I will never sell it.

[@niklaswejedal463]

I think generally the Cayman is the most attractive non-EV Porsche, no matter what model you go for.

[@stuartknight1]

"it's not just wanky" definitely need to use that more in engineering meetings at work this week

[@scottleech9571]

Absolutely the best review of this .. so in depth and engaging.

[@palbrekke9455]

You really made me want one of these now, Jonny! I was lucky enough to be invited to the press launch of the first generation Cayman in Tuscany many years ago, and was blown away by the handling of the Cayman S, but it felt a bit held back by its engine - likely because it HAD to sit below the current 911 in terms of specs and abilities. Now, with the GT4 (and the RS), it seems Porsche is finally letting this car show its full potential :-) I think you hit the nail on the head in your summary - this could be peak Porsche. And you should definitely get one! :-) Great review!

[@cartergarnon6299]

Did you get one??

[@James-semaJ]

Loved the video as always. My favourite thing about you Jonny is that you haven't changed your style of reviewing. Very informative and so relaxed. I watch your old fifth gear content all the time, I love it.

[@TheLateBrakeShow]

Cheers James, really kind of you. Welcome aboard TLBS.

[@mell_gif]

There's a real feel of quality, attention to detail and pride when it comes to these videos. Keep this up Johnny, it's a pleasure to watch these ICE reviews 💯 🇬🇧 👍🏻

[@WillProwse]

I have this car. Just bought it last week and it is fantastic. It handles anything I throw at it, sounds amazing and is a rush to drive. Buy it.

[@cecilnoriega7276]

My next Porsche

[@samyb2834]

Congrats!

[@vman992mah2]

Weldone bro. I m still grinding 💪

[@eggbirdtherooster]

Nice man! Do you also have the alcantara wheel? The only downside of a alcantara steeringwheel is that after a while it feels like some fat blokes hairy back, covered in oreo’s.. 😄

[@samyb2834]

@@eggbirdtherooster Ahahahahaha

[@Littlemosslad]

Jonny, you said something that really sang to me: this engine is worth burning fuel for. I totally get it. I think you’ve nailed it there. I’m a big fan of my Golf GTE and my soon-to-be ID.3 and I’ve been kinda wondering why we’d even bother having piston engines anymore, but this car represents why. Cheers matey

[@scottnewlands628]

What makes this review so damn good, is Jonny is one of us, he's not racing driver. He doesn't hang the tail out on a track to show how much better he is than us, he tells you about the car in real world scenarios. His narrative shows us we don't have to be intimidated and think we'll all end up in a tree, and we can enjoy the analog thrill of a piston car while we can. OTSOT

[@TheLateBrakeShow]

Cheers Scott.

[@RickTheSpud]

I love the fact the rear wing is functional and 'not just wanky' ! 😂 Great dynamic real world review.👌

[@Oldenroadie]

Once again, a stellar review of a stellar piece of automotive design and execution. Love the camera work as well!

[@davidsherley2652]

Great review Johnny! I appreciate your emphasis on simplicity - I think that’s the Porsche’s legacy DNA. Also really enjoy your comparisons to the 911 line and where it has gone.

[@iainlaws5871]

Just sold my 997.2 GT3 - I was going to have a Porker break then watched this, now have a GT4 and no regrets 😁😎👌

[@BaconSandwich72]

What a relief to see a Jonny Smith review of my current favourite attainable (ish) Porsche. You want to watch yourself Jonny, you're becoming a go-to for down to earth, unpretentious reviews.

[@TheLateBrakeShow]

Thank you v much! Welcome aboard TLBS.

[@stefvds]

Love the passion in your review Johnny! Excellent audio this time too. I think you convinced all of us, this IS a great car!

[@rjnation5042]

I appreciate your emotion in last few minutes, you showed you care about the future of motoring & it's not all about electric, pile of nuts & bolts with a petrol engine can give pure joy & pleasure, Rj in Oz

[@parvinkukar1259]

Great honest review. I’ve got a cayman base 987 and it puts a smile on face before I even drive, just the anticipation of driving to go a get a pint of milk is enough. If it was my money, I think I’d just go for the Gts, put a rear wing on and save the difference

[@loquek]

Your content is the naturally aspirated manual drive we were all looking for. Thanks for the awesome review, even if I don't get one I was entertained and informed. You're the best!

[@TheLateBrakeShow]

Many thanks. Appreciated.

[@SrikkanthG]

No idea why I watch reviews of Cars I cannot buy but for the first time, some one explained all the version of Cayman in a very layman terms. Thanks a ton for that.

[@delsoljon86]

Hands down thee best review of a gt4 I’ve seen. Makes me want one more and more

[@tturkington4149]

Such a good review Johnny, thank you! Agree with pretty much everything you said. Love the late brake show it is like a real car enthusiast buddy, a car journalist and a car show all rolled into one. If I won the lottery the GT4 would be the one for me too, however in the real world I can't help thinking the Cayman GTS would give you most of the enjoyment for even less cash. Maybe one day!

[@headintclouds3657]

I agree and would even go further with my “real world compromises” and make it the Boxster version too. Roof off perfection.

[@natelasaede8296]

No doubt about it Johnny you always keep it engaging , informative & honest & I love the sheer variety of vehicles you cover.

[@Cymrunsw]

Love your down-to-earth, no-bullshit review and rationale on why a Cayman is better than a 911 on country roads. You're up there with Henry Catchpole in delivering quality motoring journalism. Would love to see you review an iconic Caterham 7

[@stephenswift9868]

I’d have it in some kind of colour (probably green) but apart from that I’d have it as is! I agree the 911 is getting too big; perhaps Porsche can at least freeze the size for the next iteration? I love the enthusiasm Great video!

[@georgimihalkov4781]

21:45 - Very well said! Straight line speed isn't important, that's why cars like that Porsche are so much more exciting to me than the Model S Plaid.

[@alexfrankl7861]

Yep , thats why a 600 road bike is more enjoyable than a 1000 , a 125 dirtbike is a hoot , outright speed and power isnt the be all and end all.

[@mdx9286]

Absolutely brilliant review, mate. Thanks for taking us through the GT4 journey.

[@simonb7556]

A great review/video. Honest, factual opinions and I like that you use a book for reference. Why waste time trying to remember everything when your notes will suffice. Good work.

[@piersdenney]

Nice one! Great review, super thoughtful and you hit the nail on the head, it’s how it drives, not the stats

[@celliott16]

GTS is definitely the one to have in the UK on our bumpy B roads, even the gt4 isn't compliant enough, it's well crashy on the roads where I live anyway.

[@harryspeakup8452]

Yes. Just adding more expensive components to a car does not necessarily make it better for a given purpose. If you are one of the tiny number of people who will use an £80K car to drive regularly on the track, then the Cayman GT4 is excellent value compared to the GT3 911. If you want a car to drive exclusively on the road, like almost everyone, then a GTS is better value because it's a better pure road car, and substantially less expensive

[@DontPanicDear]

@@harryspeakup8452 I agree. It’s the rose joints that spoil the GT4!for me as a daily. They really do make me wince over imperfect surfaces. CLACK CLACK as metal on metal components complain. Also the nose make driveways and petrol station exits quite a problem. I don’t want to plan my journeys to that extent.

[@neilturner6749]

Yep got my GTS order in what’s turning out to be a very long pipeline! Went for the softer suspension option (i.e. “S” model PASM) rather than standard GTS as found that too hard. GT4 is harder still so Jonny must like it hardcore if he found it ok as a daily...

[@DontPanicDear]

@@neilturner6749 Do you mean -10mm? I’ve had both. The -20 (standard on 4.0) was great in comfort, but unusable in sport on road. It essentially locks out the dampers! -10mm gives you two usable road options. The GT4 in comfort is very similar to the -20mm GTS, but sounds like it’s damaging itself over bumps. We found a dealer 4.0 in Feb, before prices went silly and there were cars sitting in closed showrooms. Lucky break.

[@celliott16]

@@neilturner6749 I was deliberating the standard over the 20mm drop for a while, in the end I went with GTS 20mm drop, but it was a close call. I got lucky, picked up a cancellation slot for January 👍

[@andrewhurstcars]

Great car. Some of these GT4 are being advertised at over list, so not quite a bargain yet. Perhaps the last 4.0l GT4 Cayman if the next model is electric only.

[@robmiller3029]

Great review. I just put a deposit on a Giards red 71 plate manual. Get it in a couple of weeks. So if your video wears out you'll know who to blame.

[@antonoat]

Genuine enthusiasm can never be forced, well demonstrated Jonny! Great review of a staggeringly good Porsche👏😀👍.

[@jaysweetman2483]

My 5 year old Cayman GTS still makes me smile. Fabulous machines indeed.

[@keithockenden7719]

I am fortunate and grateful to own a 718 GT4, also lucky enough that to run a new 992 Turbo Cab, give me the GT4 anytime, they are such a precision machine, look awesome, sound great and explode your senses. Well done Jonny, great honest review of an absolute stunning road going and track car, your summary of the overall ownership balance is spot on!

[@TheLateBrakeShow]

Many thanks for watching Keith. Great car choices too.

[@Speedscholars]

My brother has a blue GT4 and as a passenger it’s the best performance car I’ve been in. Goodwood track day was phenomenal

[@jamescollinge3291]

Great road test, I get the feeling if "Richard Porter" was to do an article on Jonny it would be based on Jonny falling in love with a car as they took bits away from it. No buttons on steering wheel, love it. Smaller wheels, love it. No indicators, love it. No bonnet, love it.

[@993mike]

Well, as a GT4 owner, I for one am anxiously awaiting my allocation for a GT4RS. While 981 & 718 GT4's are great cars, but that screaming engine and aero put the car in another level, and resale value retention will be considerably better. If you've driven a 991.2 or 992 GT3 with pdk, you realize what an epic motor & transmission combo it is, and by having the real motorsport engine you eliminate the worry of the possible 718 4.0 engine issues and forgo the unneeded complication of cylinder deactivation.

[@TheLateBrakeShow]

Will you miss the road manners I wonder? A lot of people suggest the GTS is all one needs for road use, but the GT4 I felt may be the financial and power/control sweet spot.

[@petrvejdelek5040]

As GT4 owner I had been excited to get my GT4 RS for which I registered back in 2016 already. But when I saw the price, I cancelled my reservation. GT4 is for me Porsche value for money sweet spot (I have the early car so hopefully no engine issue, but if so, I am sure, Porsche would handle it). But if I would be millionaire, then I would park GT4 RS next to my GT4 :-)

[@Jay-xr3sb]

@@petrvejdelek5040 you gave up your spot for and RS? Why not buy and flip if you didn't like it?

[@joe718gt4]

@@TheLateBrakeShow get the GT4 , I daily it for now and it's not bad. I think if u got the GTS you would wonder if you got the GT4, not the other way around.

[@sc705]

@@petrvejdelek5040 I can’t believe you gave up your allocation. They will go for way over list

[@NinthIcyOrange]

Another great review! Here's the thing though, the case you built for why the Cayman GT4 is the best car in their lineup is also true for the Cayman GTS. So it would be the Cayman GTS for me (if I can ever afford one that is).

[@DontPanicDear]

I agree and do have one of those My third! (see my channel) No nose scraping, not milage sensitive and no rose jointed suspension, which makes it a nice daily. Well worth saving up for 🤓

[@Franzino]

@@DontPanicDear Mileage sensitive? Not all car people buy cars with resale value in mind. There are some real enthousiasts who buy these cars to enjoy as much as they can without the worry of mileage. More miles = more fun! In my opinion; if you are to worried about mileage and resale value then you went above your car budget.

[@DontPanicDear]

@@Franzino GT4 is more milage sensitive than GTS that’s all. I’m one of those people you mention, so if I could afford one, that factor alone wouldn’t put me off. As a daily though, it can add significantly cost per mile of ownership, which will always be a factor to some and worth mentioning.

[@richardcatchlove9115]

@Marc you’re right the GTS is. The base 718 2.0 is the best too, when compared with any other 2.0 spots car, so no matter which Cayman one buys, you are buying the best. Within the Cayman range, I still say the base is best bang for buck. Best one in range? No the one you own is, cos no matter what, Cayman is just brilliant.

[@Franzino]

@@DontPanicDear I understand what you mean; but a GT4 as a daily is certainly something I would not do. Me for example; I will probably one day get a (used) GT4 and when I have it, then I will probably not sell it the first 10 years (or maybe even never sell it). So for me; mileage is not an issue because I keep all my cars a long time (I rarely change cars). I sold my Z4M after driving it for 8 years with 160.000km and could not have cared less (it was pure enjoyment those miles). Mileage is more an issue for people who keep cars a short periode of time and need most of that resale money to buy the next one. If I can not comfortable afford a GT4 or need to worry about mileage, then I would never buy it. Makes no sense to me (personal opinion) ;)

[@thedownshiftchannel]

This sits right up on my possibly stainable dream car list! It ticks all the boxes

[@Tiaan90]

Fully agree with your comment about the flat four Cayman's. I had the chance to try a manual Cayman T, the chassis is amazing and so is the shifter! It sounds rather aggressive above 5500rpm, but below that it sounds like a tuned Beetle and not in a good way...

[@drewflanagan4296]

Spot on! I'm a lifelong 911 guy who never really even noticed Caymans until 2016. Especially now with the 992s I'm almost completely over 911s and all about the GT4s.

[@seshelbow336]

The big advantage with the 992 GT3 is the multi link rear and double wishbone front end. Theres a great side by side ring video on youtube somewhere which shows where the gt3 gains its 10 seconds per lap. both are within 20kg of each other.

[@GethinJames]

This is an older review now but still great! Since it's been 2 years now, you should try and get your hands on a 718 Spyder... I actually think that is an even better road going sports car to the GT4...

[@JBOsurf]

Fantastic review Jonny! As per my comments on your Insta, now please do a video on the 981 GT4 with carbon buckets. Even more visceral, better sounding, better clutch feel...and...CHEAPER! They are a total bargain at the moment...they won't be for long...Thanks again for your excellent content on this channel and on Smith and Sniff.

[@govindajith5243]

Best GT4 video I’ve ever seen. Should make one on the base car. This is why I am on KZbin.

[@TheLateBrakeShow]

👍🏽

[@samharrison8038]

Laughed way more than I should have done at the cut shot to Jonny in the front boot. The beard on jacket head twist sound caught by the mic added another level too. Another great review, Mr Smith

[@lennartengel1971]

Your review is splendid Johnny, yet again. So eau naturel and on point.

[@tobylundh6298]

As A GT4 -2020 owner my self. Jonny this was the best reviewI ever seen of the Model GT4. And I have seen 40-50 at least. Yes who needs the GT4 RS, well if you want to shine for all pretty Girls, or be the TopNoch of the game then buy the GT¤-Rs, but I think it is A TRACK tool, not for my kind of driving, on normal streats and highways. The Standard GT4 is enough for cool/smooth driving.

[@kamidphish]

I've had my heart set on a 992 but it's likely I could only afford a base model. Jonny, you might just have convinced me to have a look at 718 GTS/GT4

[@michaelschneider-]

+1... @ 17:00 minutes is a snap-shot of Jonny Smith sitting inside of the Cayman's frunk tub. Needs to be a full-sized poster of The Late Brake Show. .. Someone,, make it happen. .. Cheers, M/S .. Vail, Colorado

[@rjdavies1982]

I think I'd have to go for a GTS 4.0l over this - I'm not a racing driver, I love a B road blast and longer road trips on the continent. This is undoubtedly a lovely car though. I've always been a 911 fan - my last car was a 996 turbo - but GTS 4.0 is the way to go......

[@iamspyvspy3077]

I'd be happy with a 2.5 S or even the older 2.5 GTS 😄

[@cartergarnon6299]

I think that’s a brilliant move, but here’s the rub; you’ll end up buying the gt4 bumpers and diffusers so you’re down $5k there. Then the GT4 will extend the value spread, let’s say +20k at the same time the GTS loses $20k. Now you’re on the wrong side by $45k. My advice would be to either buy the GT product now, or wait and buy a GTS that’s already had the cosmetic upgrades done in a couple of years.

[@nls8520]

Not even 30 seconds in and you have me interested in this review well done, subscribed.

[@TheLateBrakeShow]

Why thank you v much. Welcome on board TLBS.

[@earlmccowen5197]

I continue to thoroughly enjoy your reviews! What other journalist will sit in the boot to make a point! Priceless! Finally subscribed. Thank you.

[@yd5016]

great comment on options. when you get the gt4 or gts 4.0 no options needed really besides pdk if you don't want a manual. i ordered a boxster gts 4.0 with 4 options only pdk, shark blue, guards red seat belts and buttons on the steering wheel.

[@johnj2983]

Always a pleasure watching your reviews Jonny. My testicles are currently enjoying a 981 Cayman S (Manual). The GT4 is next.

[@blondkvist2134]

Great review Jonny! Love your laid-back, honest style! All the best! 👍

[@MrSteveBertone]

Gosh if I had the money, I think you’ve just found one of the few Porsche I’d actually want to own. In Porsche terms, a back to basics new car. I wouldn’t want the extras unless this particular one has extras? I also love it in black.. thanks for yet another great review, I’m off to sell all my belongings now in the vain hope of affording this 😂

[@JBOsurf]

Take a look at a 981 GT4. They are fantastic. Better than the new one in a few ways. Love mine.

[@pintsandcars]

Mate this is one of the best car reviews I have seen! Perfect amount of info. Entertainment and your passion is clear to see! Keep up the good work 🤜

[@bigboost2641]

Loved the review and car!! Spotted it was filmed near Swindon Wanborough Lambourne area. 😎

[@magnus2025]

What a masterpiece rewiev ❤ I completely agree with you Johnny that 911 is starting to get too big for the fun roads as little brother is the fun option Thank you for this time ........ masterpiece ❤

[@garycarr2530]

Your enthusiasm for the Gt 4 comes across loud and clear great video Johnny

[@SirLoinOfsteak85]

I think that's possibly the best looking Porsche yet. Were I to have that kind of money to spend on a new car, that would be top of what I'd want. Great review Johnny!

[@kmac5849]

I would change the cup 2 tyres for Pirelli p zero’s, more real world , road grip and in Blighty wet grip.keep the Cup 2 tyres for that summer track day🤔 great review

[@noelhuggett8745]

Fab car, fab review and fab production, knocked it out of the park again Jonny.

[@jim_bocho]

Thanks for the review (must have missed it when it came out 🤔)! Love the enthusiasm put into these without losing focus on the facts. Probably would lean towards the GTS, don’t need even that, definitely don’t need more. Only observation would be the in car and walk-around bits do repeat themselves… repeatedly 😉

[@amphilbey]

Great video Jonny, feels like this and cars such as the Aston V12 Vantage are ones to keep and then hand down to the children and grandchildren one day

[@jacksimpson3189]

Possibly the best review ever, Johnny keep the content coming please 👌

[@patrickodonnell6651]

A very nice review. Your passion for cars and Porsche in particular is noticed and appreciated. I own a 718 GT4 with PDK and am in line for the GT4 RS. If for some reason I can’t get that RS…I can certainly live with what I have with no problem. This car is an amazing work of art.

[@brendankeenanFF]

If you’re going to deliver accurate and thoughtful reviews like this, I’m just going to have to like and subscribe.

[@micheltebraake7915]

Hi Jonny, I follow your thought not to tick any options and to keep the car as bare as possible.

[@fishbert17]

Nice review, Jonny. If I had the money I would buy one like a shot. All the performance anyone needs, restrained styling, great soundtrack.

[@oneeleven9832]

I currently drive a 911 992 Carrera S with PDK….mainly because it was the car on my wall as a kid , the 911 that is…but I’d be interested in one of these. Had Lotus Elise & Exige over the years & love the mid engine configurations…PS: Your bang on about the 992 being to wide..it’s just about ok when your used to it & can judge the width…but narrower would definitely leave people feeling a bit more comfortable when cars are coming the other way on a B road…

[@eddie275a]

It would be interesting to see you compare it to the original GT4, the 981 version, and then perhaps also the RS at some other point.

[@auto_stable]

You say the engine does its best work from 4,500 to 8k redline. But the gearing is so long that the only gears you can legally use in that way are 1st and 2nd. It just kills the fun for road use. I have a 4.0 Boxster GTS coming and if it turns out to be a keeper, I'll be fitting a short final drive.

[@mec-tec]

Nice one Jonny, I think that's a superb car, also I like the simplicity side of things, there's something to be said for pure simple driving pleasure 👍👍 MEC

[@austinedwards1918]

Don't get me wrong I love Porsche, ever since i saw my first targa back in te day when I was 14 speeding away on a quiet road when i was waitng for a bus to go to my Saturday job. I fell in love with that car.

[@HawkMillFarm]

Nice to see you review something current modern and sporty, no risk of putting you in any pigeon hole. Loved it, keeping it fresh. I'll still have a 911 for the cabin space, my 991.1 has the lovely sounding 3.8 NA at around 400hp and is my peak Porsche.

[@TheLateBrakeShow]

Thanks David, appreciate that.

[@vladx2]

Totally with you about the restraint on spec, but the plastic dash and door tops are just not good enough. Extended leather makes a big difference

[@taxus750]

Call me strange (...) but all the new 911s for the past decade have done less and less for me - I'm sure they're all terrific things, but I don't really lust after them. A Cayman, on the other hand... well if I was in the market for a new Porker I'd be scouring the country for one. N/A flat-6, manuel box, and more than enough go. Triffic review, thanks Jonny.

[@edbratrud167]

I drove the GT4 at the Porsche track in Carson California. I was disappointed with the lack of low end acceleration because second gear is so long. The exhaust sound was muffled because of the OPF particulate filters that are not required here there was no satisfaction to be had. I decided against the GT4 and instead ordered a C8 Corvette, and am very happy with the choice. Buyers, drive one before you lay out a 120,000 dollars.

[@XanderHage]

This engine is worth burning fuel for. Jonny, you have the best lines and/or compliments about cars. Best wishes from Germany.

[@dotdewatgmail]

I 100% agree with your conclusion (though I'd have it in PDK, because that gearbox is just better than I ever will be). Previously I believed that the 981 GT4 was the best car Porsche had in its catalogue; this 4.0 is the new peak of the pile.

[@julianlay4181]

I couldn't agree with you more, I owned a gen 1 GT4 and regret selling it. The best all round car I have ever owned and will hopefully own again.

[@gordonsimpson3235]

I think you are right Jonny. If you want a Porsche (and I don't - never have, except maybe a V8 non turbo Cayenne GTS), this is the way to go. Plenty fast enough, nice manual box ......Porsche used to hold the Cayman back a bit....I think because they were scared that it would undermine the 911. Now the gloves are off and the true value of the model is there for all to see. You are right about ignoring the extras list. It is the most bizarre and vain list of daft items I have ever seen. I would add leather.... because I have a pathological hatred of Alcantara (or fake suede), hot sticky and wears badly. Mostly looks a mess. Definitely not Composite brakes - unnecessary unless you intend to race the car, and which have poor feel when cold...... so, most road journeys then. Small items bug me, like the daft material door pulls instead of a nice to the touch metal lever. The weight saving isn't fooling anyone - its a gimmick. But the package as a whole is spot-on I would say.

[@CS21dude]

Being a 4.0L GTS owner, I’ve seen every video on it and the GT4 / Sypder - I really enjoyed your take on it. Nice video, subscribed.

[@TheLateBrakeShow]

Many thanks, welcome aboard TLBS

[@icsunonove72]

This review deserves my comment. It's just sensible and bloody good, a bit like the car, but somehow even better.

[@ManxAndy]

Agree 100%….best Porsche currently available, for looks and performance, from a great package, fantastic review as well…👍🇮🇲💪

[@chrisstevens9693]

Thanks Johnny, you have just saved me £50k and a divorce! I am lucky enough to have owned of these for two years now, and awesome as it is I have been coveting a GT3 for some time now. This reminded me of what a twat I would be to get rid of it. It makes me grin every time I get in it, they really are quite a special thing to drive. I was actually driving it back from a blast in N Yorks listening to yours and Sniff’s latest ramblings when it cropped up. Thanks mate, I owe you a pint or two. Cheers, Chris

[@V_Dubya]

Any road leaving Swindon is a good road. But those are some of the nicest

[@stevenwarner7823]

Meticulously prepared and presented. Bravo Jonny

[@pitkuz873]

Great and refreshingly different review, well done. Maybe wrong but I do not believe wheels are forged on GT4 (they are on GT3).

[@gavinmillington1094]

I think it would look great in silver. Great review Jonny.

[@sq1rlsqu4d]

I really like the way you put these reviews together; bit of driving, bit or reading from your notebook (trademark Jonny), interesting opinions. Good stuff. I'm no fan of the 911, but the 718 Cayman is a cracking thing. Even at the equivalent of about £226,000 before options over here in my neck of the woods 😱

[@richardwatts6653]

Great review , I very nearly bought one but went for a V10 R8 manual with a proper handbrake and no turbos . Keep up the great work 🙏😍

[@petesplaneta9340]

Brilliant review. Definitely made me want to drive one of these and reminded me of some of the joy of driving piston cars. Still sticking to EVs though, but a good reminder!

[@mpk490p]

Another great 'testie' review there Jonny! Although why only piston cars? happy to let you drive my stock 99 RS RX7 and enjoy something rotary!

[@StandingUpForBetter]

Well done. I LOVE this car. I am not going to lie; I was really disappointed the RS did not come with a manual option. Because of this, the GT4 with a 6-speed manual is the Porsche for me. BTW your comment about how wide modern sports cars and super cars are getting is on point. This is not an issue on the race track but with everyday driving and car that takes up 2 lanes of traffic is not fun to drive. This is what I am a fan of this GT4, along with the Honda Civic Type R, the Mazda Miata, the Toyota 86 and the upcoming Nissan Z.