STILL THE ULTIMATE ATTAINABLE DRIVER’S CAR? PORSCHE 718 CAYMAN 2024 REVIEW

EV Channels Review

The Porsche 718 Cayman Style Edition, reviewed here, is presented as a compelling, albeit aging, driver's car. The reviewer praises its exceptional handling dynamics, highlighting the precise steering, progressive brake feel, and the unique advantages of its mid-engine layout, which allows for incredibly smooth turn-in and apex traversal. The base 2.0-liter flat-four engine, while not as sonically pleasing as a six-cylinder, is deemed a fantastic and capable unit for most driving scenarios, offering ample torque and power. Storage, though compromised by the mid-engine design, is surprisingly well-utilized with both a front and rear trunk. However, the review points out the interior's dated technology, including a small multimedia screen and older software, and notes that the ride can be firm, especially with the optional 20-inch wheels, and road noise is noticeable, indicative of Porsche's focus on weight reduction over sound deadening. Safety features are adequate but also show their age, lacking a front camera and having a grainy reversing camera. Ultimately, the reviewer finds the 718 Cayman to be a phenomenal vehicle that still impresses, even late in its lifecycle, though acknowledges the upcoming electric successor and the BMW M2 as strong alternatives.