Porsche 718 GTS 4.0 982
The flat-six comes back to the mid-engine Porsche — manual GTS 4.0.
35 reviewers · 116 videos · 13 press articles
Reviewers strongly agree on its performance and daily drivability, but split on handling and fun to drive.
across 35 reviewers
"steering is for an EPS very very impressive you get a lot of feedback extremely accurate good weighting"
Jubbal & Cars · ▶ 0:33"It's too loose."
Driven+ · ▶ 36:44"it's absolutely lovely to drive"
Auto Express · ▶ 3:56"It doesn't reward for your extra pace at all in fact it starts to punish because it starts to get a bit squirrely."
JayEmm on Cars · ▶ 20:21"The GTS 4.0 is worth every penny over the 4-cylinder turbocharged 718 models"
Zygrene · ▶ 10:29"the Cayman does look very expensive compared to the Audi TT and BMW m2 plus those cars get much more generous levels of equipment"
What Car? · ▶ 8:13Performance
4.5/535 of 35 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
4.5/534 of 35 reviewerssplit“steering is for an EPS very very impressive you get a lot of feedback extremely accurate good weighting”
positive · Jubbal & Cars · ▶ 0:33“the steering is beautifully precise and accurate and offers plenty of feedback through it to give you real confidence behind the wheel”
positive · What Car? · ▶ 2:52“the porsche just feels way more predictable understeers less feels way more planted”
positive · TheStraightPipes · ▶ 25:26Fun to drive
4.5/534 of 35 reviewerssplit“it's absolutely lovely to drive”
positive · Auto Express · ▶ 3:56“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“I honestly want you to try these cars. You'll be so surprised.”
positive · 9WERKS TV · ▶ 24:32Daily drivability
4.0/534 of 35 reviewersconsensus“the ride is is amazing very good bullion suspension is incredible their damping is just so so good like there's no harshness whatsoever.”
positive · Extra Throttle House · ▶ 5:46“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 · ▶ 12:17Value
4.0/534 of 35 reviewerssplit“The GTS 4.0 is worth every penny over the 4-cylinder turbocharged 718 models”
positive · Zygrene · ▶ 10:29“I'm now beginning to think that this might be the best sports car in terms of value”
positive · Auto Express · ▶ 2:28“the Cayman does look very expensive compared to the Audi TT and BMW m2 plus those cars get much more generous levels of equipment”
critical · What Car? · ▶ 8:13Hear 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
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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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