Porsche 718 GTS 4.0
The flat-six comes back to the mid-engine Porsche — manual GTS 4.0.
12 reviewers · 44 videos · 13 press articles
Reviewers strongly agree on its performance and handling, but split on value.
across 12 reviewers
"The GTS 4.0 is worth every penny over the 4-cylinder turbocharged 718 models"
Zygrene · ▶ 10:29"I do not believe the Porsche is worth nearly twice the money of the Supra. I think Porsche is just charging you that much money because of the Porsche badge."
Redline Reviews · ▶ 31:57Performance
4.5/512 of 12 reviewersstrong consensus“the boxer has 394 horsepower and 317 pound-feet of torque”
positive · TheStraightPipes · ▶ 1:41“I absolutely love this four liter flat six engine. It is everything you could possibly want from the heart of a sports car.”
positive · CAR magazine · ▶ 8:53“the big difference with this four liter engine is the torque... it pulls it accelerates there's torque here there's a lot of power”
positive · TheTopher · ▶ 8:48Handling
5.0/512 of 12 reviewersstrong consensus“steering is for an EPS very very impressive you get a lot of feedback extremely accurate good weighting”
positive · Jubbal & Cars · ▶ 0:33“the porsche just feels way more predictable understeers less feels way more planted”
positive · TheStraightPipes · ▶ 25:26“it's so Nimble it's so lightweight it has that kind of effervescent feeling around corners but it's also very solid very confidence inspiring at the same time.”
positive · TheTopher · ▶ 15:12Fun to drive
4.5/512 of 12 reviewersstrong consensus“this gts gives me the ability to kind of exploit it a little bit the limits are high but they're not so high that i'm bored”
positive · Tedward · ▶ 7:14“it truly is one of the great sports car chassis of our generation.”
positive · TheTopher · ▶ 15:24“this is a special occasion every time to drive”
positive · EverydayDriver · ▶ 14:04Daily drivability
4.0/512 of 12 reviewersstrong consensus“once you get up to speed once you get going this is a really smooth and easy car to drive and live with on a daily basis”
positive · TheTopher · ▶ 10:08“when we're just cruising around the GTS 4.0 is actually really really comfortable it rides nice and soft”
positive · Zygrene · ▶ 12:17“if you want to call the GT4 the scalpel the surgical instrument this is the slightly mild or slightly tame or slightly more daily drivable version of that”
positive · Jubbal & Cars · ▶ 10:25Value
3.5/512 of 12 reviewerssplit“The GTS 4.0 is worth every penny over the 4-cylinder turbocharged 718 models”
positive · Zygrene · ▶ 10:29“I do not believe the Porsche is worth nearly twice the money of the Supra. I think Porsche is just charging you that much money because of the Porsche badge.”
critical · Redline Reviews · ▶ 31:57“paying so much more money for that I don't know”
critical · Autogefuhl · ▶ 53:42Hear it in the reviewer’s words
- Top Gear
Porsche 718 GTS 4.0 review: the 6cyl Cayman is back! Reviews 2026 | Top Gear
◆BuyThe 718 GTS 4.0 is a triumphant return to form for the Cayman, offering a class-leading chassis paired with a naturally aspirated flat-six that enthusiasts have been craving.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts who prioritize engine character, linear power delivery, and manual transmission engagement.
- Watch out
- Frustratingly long gear ratios · Particulate filter slightly muffles exhaust sound
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Porsche 718 Cayman GTS Driving, Engines & Performance | Top Gear
◆Worth itThe 718 Cayman GTS 4.0 is a beautifully balanced, naturally aspirated sports car that prioritizes engagement and character over raw numbers.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts who value mechanical purity, steering feel, and daily usability in a sports car.
- Watch out
- Long gearing · High-RPM torque peak · Motorway road noise
1,084 wordsOpen articleQuotes worth your time - Top Gear
Porsche 718 Cayman GTS review: the world's best sports car? Reviews 2026 | Top Gear
◆Worth it, with caveatsA fabulous, balanced sports car that offers more intensity than the base model, though the 718's four-cylinder transition has slightly dulled the perfection of the previous generation.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts who want more power and are willing to trade some ride comfort for intensity.
- Watch out
- Abrupt ride quality · Four-cylinder engine lacks the character of the old six · Expensive options list
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Porsche 718 Cayman GTS Review 2026 | Top Gear
◆BuyThe 718 Cayman GTS 4.0 is arguably the best car Porsche builds right now, offering a perfect balance of performance, sound, and daily usability.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts who want a daily-drivable sports car with a naturally aspirated flat-six engine.
- Watch out
- Gearing is too long
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Porsche 718 Cayman Review 2026 | Top Gear
◆Worth itThe 718 Cayman remains a benchmark sports car, though the base four-cylinder engines lack the character of the older flat-sixes; the GTS and GT4 models are the true standouts.
- Best for
- Drivers seeking a complete, daily-usable sports car who don't require rear seats.
- Watch out
- gruff sound of 4-cylinder engines · high price of upper trims
763 wordsOpen articleQuotes worth your time - MotorTrend
2021 Porsche 718 Cayman GTS 4.0 First Drive
◆BuyThe 718 Cayman GTS 4.0 is a masterclass in sports car engineering, offering a perfect blend of naturally aspirated performance and daily usability.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts seeking a modern Porsche with the soul and sound of a traditional naturally aspirated flat-six.
- Watch out
- Long second gear ratio · Slight weight penalty over the S model
1,622 wordsOpen articleQuotes worth your time - MotorTrend
2021 Porsche 718 Cayman GTS 4.0 First Test Review: GT4 Goodness at a Deep Discount
◆BuyThe 718 Cayman GTS 4.0 is a masterclass in balance, offering nearly identical performance to the GT4 while being significantly more comfortable for daily use.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts who want a high-performance Porsche that can handle both track days and daily commuting.
- Watch out
- Less aggressive tire compound than the GT4 · Cast iron rotors instead of carbon-ceramics
501 wordsOpen articleQuotes worth your time - Road & Track
Porsche Cayman GTS 4.0 Review: Brilliant No Matter Which Transmission
◆Worth itThe Cayman GTS 4.0 remains a brilliant driver's car regardless of transmission, with the PDK offering a mature, highly capable alternative to the manual without sacrificing engagement.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts who want a daily-drivable sports car that excels on both track and road.
- Watch out
- Cramped pedal box · Small side mirrors · Stiff ride on long trips · Stop/start system stutter
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