New Porsche Cayman Sports Coupe Base Version

245 bhp Cayman to be launched this summer
Following the successful market launch of the Cayman S in autumn 2005, Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is introducing the Cayman, a new version of the mid-engine sports coupé. Based on the Boxster series, the two-seater is powered by a six-cylinder boxer engine with an engine-capacity of 2.7 liters and developing an output of 245 bhp (180 kW). With its high and sustained propulsive power in the lower and medium speed ranges, the engine puts in an impressive performance. It has a top speed of 258 kilometers per hour. This sports car with manual transmission accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.1 seconds. The Cayman is convincing proof of the fact that outstanding performance statistics do not necessarily mean high fuel consumption. According to European standards, it consumes on average only 9.3 liters per 100 kilometers.

Thanks to the Porsche VarioCam Plus system the Cayman affords a torque of 273 Newton meters available between 4,600 and 6,000 revs. Power is transmitted via a five-speed manual transmission with short, precise shifting travel. A six-speed manual transmission in conjunction with the Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) system is also available on request. As a third variant, Porsche offers its customers the well-known Tiptronic S five-speed automatic transmission, which has rocker switches in the steering-wheel spokes for sporty gear shifting.

The Cayman coasts along on 17-inch light-alloy wheels boasting a unique design with five double spokes. 205/55 tires are fitted as standard onto 6.5-inch wide wheel rims at the front; the combination at the rear is 235/50 tires on 8-inch rims. With the Porsche Stability Management (PSM) system fitted as standard, the chassis makes an impressive impact in terms of driving dynamics and active safety.

The Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) system is available as an optional extra. The system is capable of lowering the body by ten millimeters, and automatically adapts the shock-absorber system to each particular driving situation. The driver can choose between the “normal” and “sport” programs by pressing a button on the center console.

Other special features of the Cayman are black brake calipers, black front-spoiler lips, a titanium-colored logo at the rear and also a trapezoidal tailpipe. The impressive interior boasts a comprehensive range of standard features including an air-conditioning system, a radio/CD player, seat covers in luxurious Alcantara leather, black-faced instrument dials and door entry trims with the Cayman logo. Because of the mid-engine concept, it boasts two trunk compartments with a combined volume of 410 liters, just like its big brother, the Cayman S. Along with many other storage features, this design highlights the sports coupé’s supreme practicality.

In additional to two full-size airbags to guarantee the necessary level of safety protection in the event of head-on collisions, the ingenious Porsche Side Impact Protection System (POSIP), which features a chest and head airbag on each side of the vehicle, also provides excellent protection in side-on collisions.

The basic price in euros for the Cayman is 40,900 euros. In Germany, the vehicle costs 47,647 euros including sales tax and country-specific requirements. The Cayman will be on sale in the USA for 49,400 dollars (not including tax). The market launch in Europe and the USA will take place on July 29, 2006.

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Not a suprising launch. Many people are allready whining about the power level of the Cayman S and I don't think that this will give people thrill. I guess this car will be labled the budget Porsche.

Well, it's not cheap by any means. I think people will realise that they can enjoy the handling of the car without needing the extra horsepower. It also gets better fuel economy, for what it's worth. I guess they even have room for another in-between variant with the Boxster S's 3.2L engine, if they really wish, but this isn't a problem, either.

Sure, it's the least surprising Porsche model variant announcement ever, but I think it's still worthwhile.

Off course the car will handle equally as good or even better than any 911 but it won't be a car which you race with. If I was to buy this car I would probably buy it debadged.

Heh, and with optional wheels? They're also somewhat of a giveaway.

Well, I still think any Porsche is nothing to be ashamed of. It'll still be more expensive than the base Boxster, for starters. Who cares what people think? Your enjoyment is more important. Even people who drive a Mazda MX-5 have plenty of fun with its 2-litre engine.

Very good point. The MX5 is an excellent example of that it is possible to have lots of fun without packing 500hp+ under the hood.

Only 245 hp?...gimme a brick...but I confess, a true sports car...

Here's the anti-brick:

http://www.germancarzone.com/showthr...6818#post66818

Porsche annouced that the base Cayman is to be priced in Canada @ $69,600.

That's 1 grand more than an M Coupe!!!!

Sorry Porsche, you ----ed up with the pricing here!

That's insane, who would buy a Cayman when you can buy the BMW with almost 100bhp more and less expensive, how good do Porsche think they are!