Porsche 718 Cayman Review | Possibly the best sports car on the market today

I had been looking forward to reviewing this car for so long and I wasn't disappointed.

[@navpsn820]

The best vehicle for real drivers, and non-posers. What a genuine review! I've got mine a year ago and everytime I drive it, I still feel like a lil kid.

[@realkingrav2265]

Does this car get a lot of attention on the road?

[@JM-wu8bh]

Great cars! I have a GTS but would suggest anyone in the market to go with an S-Model. Also, verify the tires can be driven in cold weather.

[@mcesarey]

I have a 2017 base 718 Boxster....and absolutely love it. It has 2 trunks, is ridiculously quick, handles like a go-cart, gets tons of attention, I think it's the perfect vehicle.

[@joshsan32]

Hell yeah I can't wait to get my cayman S soon. Reading this gets me excited as I look forward to driving this baby.

[@neofaktion]

Still got it?

[@mcesarey]

@@neofaktion I do...no change in opinion. Had it for 4 years now and it's been amazing

[@neofaktion]

That is so cool! I am considering getting a base 718 cayman as my first sports car. Been saving for a couple years now, but is still torn between manual, PDK, and if I should put down the extra 6-7k for the S.@@mcesarey

[@marcchevalier5737]

I Just bought the ‘t’ iteration of the 718. It is even better. I just love it. It is the perfect sport car.

[@EastWood2004]

Wow congratulation.

[@TheDonshaz]

Congrats!

[@nobroblem1]

The most beautiful car porsche ever made and fun to drive

[@nomansland4811]

I test drove a T and loved it but got an allocation for a GTS with a build date of Dec 21st. Can hardly wait.

[@michaelh4484]

Great review, the first one I have watched. I am about to take my 718 boxster in for its’ first service next month. I really enjoy the handling, and I like the engine. I haven’t driven their 6 yet, and look forward to trying it. I find it powerful enough for the streets and it goes well on the streets of Melbourne.

[@marcellopresicci8024]

Absolutely the best video review of 718. Chapeau .

[@mickyeverton]

Many Thanks, Purchased a Cayman GTS (2018) with under 6,000 miles on the clock last week, in fact it's the same colour as the one you are driving. Having owned nearly every car under the sun, this is my first Porsche. Peace From London. 🙏🙏🙏

[@stealthhtm23]

what is the color called? it’s gorgeous!!

[@mickyeverton]

@@stealthhtm23 Ocean Blue (I think), I sold it & now have a BMW X4!! Peace From London. 🙏

[@stealthhtm23]

@@mickyeverton how’d you go from a Cayman to an X4?!?! lol

[@mickyeverton]

@@stealthhtm23 long story!! 😄

[@Malcom2345]

Probably the most underrated / understated modern vehicle on the market today.

[@davemoreton7316]

I agree l sold my 981s privately and had money left over to by a later model 718. Its soooo much better then my 981! 🤣

[@carmaniacable]

@@davemoreton7316 Make me want to buy 718. Have 981 right now and try to sell it. Hopefully I can effort 718.

[@itguru2037]

@@davemoreton7316 did you get a base model?

[@ArtVandelayOfficial]

They're actually worth the same as 981 now which is crazy People seem to be really turned off by the 4 popper

[@ArtVandelayOfficial]

Once they hit rock bottom around 60k I'll probably grab one

[@Jocoast1]

Great video and review!

[@rat193]

I just got a 2021 cayman and I couldn’t be happier. For my budget it’s a dream. I got it in 6 speed manual. Definitely get the exhaust option I’d recommend.

[@hamletwong5820]

Help! I just received mine in manual. Do you know where the child safety lock is located? I'm unable to open the passenger door from inside. They are closed today!

[@itguru2037]

Did you get the base model? I’m test driving one tomorrow. How much discount should I ask for?

[@rat193]

@@hamletwong5820 I think you have to go into the car settings

[@rat193]

@@itguru2037 yes, I have the base model. It’s a fun car. I’m leasing mine. Are you leasing?

[@itguru2037]

@@rat193 I was going to either lease or purchase. What are your thoughts? How much discount should I request?

[@joeharris2892]

love that porsche smell !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@MitchWebb94]

If we’re talking base car - Alpine A110 for me; but a 6-cyl would always win out (but to me that car broaches a whole new price band)

[@ANGSTROMLTD]

You also have nice roads unlike our UK overcrowded road system and yes nice car.

[@michaelbinstock4569]

Just picked up my 718 Cayman S, absolutely phenomenal.

[@dana.4263]

Same here! Graphite Blue S…3 weeks ago, traded in a TTS

[@wickedcitywoman]

Picking up mine tomorrow! YOLO 😃

[@realkingrav2265]

@@dana.4263 Does this car get a lot of attention on the road?

[@dana.4263]

@@realkingrav2265 yes, lots, even people on the sidewalk give it the thumbs up

[@ravok23]

Anyone know what year this car is?? He may have said but if so, I missed it. I LOVE this blue!

[@janbrinkmann4956]

Nice review! Was the 718 lowered by any means? I noticed the extra small gaps in the wheel arches

[@myrightcar2763]

Hi Jan, yes it had an upgraded suspension system.

[@janbrinkmann4956]

Thx for your speedy reply. Car looks stunning 👍

[@geezman1]

I purchased a Porsche 718 2.0 last year in exactly the same colour but with silver alloys. My car also has the PDK gearbox, sport chrono pack and sports exhaust. I previously owned a 2005 Porsche 987s 3.2 S. A lot of Porsche enthusiasts do not like the flat 4 engine and believe it goes against the Porsche heritage etc. Having owned both a flat 6 and flat 4 Porsche I can honestly say they are both great cars and great engines. The flat 4 doesn’t sound like the flat 6 that’s obvious and to be expected. But the flat 4 still sounds great and especially with the sports exhaust and chrono pack. Regards the 718, having owned one for 10 months I can safely say what a brilliant car it is. The base model 2.0 delivers 300bhp and with the PDK box you get 0-60mph in 4.7 secs! The handling is phenomenal, the steering is so direct and is the overall driving experience is brilliant. The 718 looks great and especially in the sapphire blue it gets a lot of attention. All in all the 718 is a great car and the flat 4 engine is worthy of the Porsche badge.

[@Ramnugg]

How do you rate the reliability of the 4 cyl car ? What is the approximate maintenance on this car per year ? Just curious to know.

[@olasek7972]

Rami if he bought it new last year his maintenance cost could as well be at ZERO. I also intend to get this car (Boxster) and Porsche is known for very modest maintenance costs.

[@geezman1]

Rami - I would rate the reliability of the car very high. I have only done circa 2k miles since I have owned it, but the 4 Cylinder engine is excellent and I have encountered no issues, nor do I expect too! Regards maintenance, the service intervals are very good, however I will likely get the oil changed annually just as a personal preference. I did need to replace one of the rear tyres due to a puncture which cost £240 (circa $310). The MPG is good to, I believe you can get it around the the mid 30’s if you drive it steady. But even when driving more aggressively the MPG is good. All in all, the regular maintenance costs are not much more than a regular vehicle, it’s just parts such as tyres which cost a little more.

[@olasek7972]

geezman1 I have 2020 Porsche Macan GTS and with 4000 miles the only expense was ... a punctured tire. It was expensive to replace it ($460). Some mechanic patched it up for me but he could only plug it, not do the patch-plug thing, I decided to replace the tire since otherwise I would lose its speed rating.

[@noorallawati5390]

How is it with speed bumps?

[@Hysteria135]

Thanks for the review, was this the base 2.0? Did you notice much turbo lag low in the revs? I'm looking to purchase the base 2.0 Cayman but have read that lag is an issue.

[@ChefMvnDown]

it isnt.

[@myrightcar2763]

Yes, this was the base 2.0. There was noticeable turbo lag in low revs in the standard driving mode. Sports mode was much better. Best to go for a test drive and see how you feel about it. Some like the burst of turbo as it can give off a sense of rush, but others like a more smooth feel.

[@TheDonshaz]

Lag is not an issue at all. All these motoring journos all like to say the same thing. Go test drive one. If youve ever driven any modern turbo hot hatch you wont notice any lag. If youre a keen driver the revs will be over 2,000 anyway and the turbo will be ready to go.

[@garyw1971]

Is that shark blue?

[@ronroberts8036]

Nice vid! About the smell: Can you say more aout that?

[@mwh3227]

I've owned a lot of cars over the years! This car is the BEST!!!!

[@Jivsyt]

It looks like a rly nice car from the outside but i find the interior rly dull, bland. Looks like the interior is 10 yrs old (mainly the centre infotainment area)

[@hamletwong5820]

These new cars don't come with car manuals so pay attention when you get the demonstration!

[@joeharris2892]

you can get it porsche app and got manual with mine

[@blasphemicwhale]

It's not pronounced "Porsh", it's pronounced "Porsh-uh". They literally put out a video about it. Great review though.

[@myrightcar2763]

True, but we pronounce it Porsch in Australia. Not saying its right but just what we are used to. Thanks for the comment:)

[@BobK5]

Who cares?

[@obiwankenobi1003]

This car is my absolute dream car. To anyone out there who reads this, could you give me, someone who just graduated high school, some financial tips on what kind of work would help me be able to one day afford this

[@reubensandwich4074]

2 year degree in electronics

[@itguru2037]

Study IT and Amazon AWS

[@alphabeta8403]

Good review, annoying background music.

[@salangchoi02]

Porsche fanboys have screamed for turbos till they have turbo engines for pretty much every model. Now, they are screaming for a NA.

[@Encourageable]

It’s not the turbo that’s the problem, it’s the fact that it’s a 2 liter.

[@connornifong9861]

Dude your drive on the wrong side of the road.

[@fredmercury1314]

They should've used a supercharger.

[@kanutecarson1]

Please pronounce Porsche correctly.

[@lucast594]

They stop the sales because they need the engine to be replaced, the connecting rods ,destroy the engine . Nice job !! Another vw garbage can on wheels!!!

[@Encourageable]

How is your Prius holding up?

[@Frapzoid]

I hate when people mispronounce the name Porsche.

[@NoName-zi9qs]

Thumbs down for pronouncing it as "Pourshh" instead of the proper "Pour-sha"

[@Encourageable]

In English we never pronounce “sche” as “sha.” He pronounced it properly.

[@NoName-zi9qs]

@@Encourageable It's a German surname. How do you pronounce Dubois? HAHA

[@Encourageable]

@@NoName-zi9qsIt doesn’t matter if it’s a German surname. How do you pronounce Paris? You don’t pronounce it Pa-ree like the French.

[@dade4537]

Cut out your intro. You're not famous. Jay Leno starts talking as soon as i click play. Make your vids under 5 minutes, too. You're not famous.

[@MellomanAlex]

Douche

[@MellomanAlex]

Let him do what he wants

[@dade4537]

@@MellomanAlex This guy sucks at making videos and never took or failed at editing class.

[@MellomanAlex]

@@dade4537 I didn't watch all of it so I can't agree or disagree but you could give him tips instead of being rude ://

[@dade4537]

@@MellomanAlex My whole comment was a tip. Go to sleep.

[@nessuno5403]

The most underwhelming prestige sportscar ever driven (with PDK). Great chassis and finish, but laggy, noisy and rivals kill it. Go up the range for a proper Cayman.

[@Notcminecraft]

American muscle all the way... screw this

[@dkay87]

Is that shark blue?