Porsche Boxster / Cayman 982 S
Porsche's mid-engine two-seater — from the 986 that saved the company to the last flat-six GTS.
17 reviewers · 22 videos · 5 hours watched · 13 press articles
Reviewers strongly agree on its performance and handling, but split on value.
across 17 reviewers
"ludicrous amount of Porsche sports car for the money."
9WERKS TV · ▶ 17:35"i don't think the cayman is a 15 20 000 more expensive car"
EverydayDriver · ▶ 18:13Performance
4.5/517 of 17 reviewersstrong consensus“this is the 718 s it has 350 horsepower and it sounds brilliant and it goes likes pink”
positive · Petrol Ped · ▶ 5:48“this car is so damn fast properly spine tingling me on almost frighteningly fast just as Porsche told you it would be”
positive · Car and Driving - Car Reviews · ▶ 5:24“It is so much faster. No question. Point to point, it's so much faster.”
positive · 9WERKS TV · ▶ 12:42Handling
5.0/517 of 17 reviewersstrong consensus“the steering so precise it's like like a resurgent holding a fine scalpel just about to performs a really delicate piece of brain surgery”
positive · Petrol Ped · ▶ 12:18“this is without doubt the most satisfying sports coupe in its segment perhaps even the most satisfying sports car available at any price in every situation”
positive · Car and Driving - Car Reviews · ▶ 12:20“The way this whole car is tuned is really brilliant for dual Duty. The body control here combined with the comfort that trade-off is just completely nailed.”
positive · Jubbal & Cars · ▶ 5:35Fun to drive
4.5/517 of 17 reviewersconsensus“these things just brilliant to drive”
positive · Petrol Ped · ▶ 10:16“The balance and Poise this model is fed for are delivered in abundance. The car feels flat and agile through the bends and they see it change direction in a way that none of its Rivals can match.”
positive · Car and Driving - Car Reviews · ▶ 12:32“this is a Sublime sports car this is a true Porsche”
positive · Drive.com.au · ▶ 8:33Daily drivability
4.5/517 of 17 reviewersconsensus“it's now just as happy to burble you to the shops in back or take you on a leisurely Motorway drive to the seaside”
positive · DriveMag · ▶ 0:23“it's essentially a really quick Volkswagen Golf I don't know if that's a good thing or a bad thing but it just does everything so well”
positive · Seen Through Glass · ▶ 3:52“So in terms of listening to podcasts, having ways, this is the key to all of that. So particularly if you're likely to spend a bit more time in this car away from just purely Sunday driving, that is a big win for the 718.”
positive · 9WERKS TV · ▶ 13:19Value
3.5/517 of 17 reviewerssplit“ludicrous amount of Porsche sports car for the money.”
positive · 9WERKS TV · ▶ 17:35“there's a danger that this model will be forever remembered as the one with a downsized engine... there are equipment features lacking in the standard tally that you should never have to pay extra for”
mixed · Car and Driving - Car Reviews · ▶ 42:11“you can get the 718 Cayman for $85,000”
Walker Albi · ▶ 9:43Hear 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
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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
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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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