2016 Porsche Cayman review
Porsche Cayman highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Rewarding handling characteristics
- Powerful and beautiful-sounding six-cylinder engine options
- Porsche-level quality of craftsmanship
Cons
- Options list can quickly bump up the price
- No Apple Carplay® connectivity
- Interior is cramped when compared to competitors
Mileage (EPA estimate)
18 city, 23 highway, 20 combined
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Head-turning power and style
The 2016 Cayman is arguably one of the most desirable performance cars out there. If you're looking for a fantastic experience behind the wheel with classic dynamics and style, the Cayman could very well be the right package. It provides a variety of engine options paired with two fantastic transmissions, ensuring you have the right drivetrain available for your specific needs. It is available with Porsche's suite of performance-enhancing technology while also providing a luxurious, if cozy, cabin for its passengers. Regardless of your needs, the 2016 Porsche Cayman is likely to leave a smile on your face.
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What is new for the 2016 Porsche Cayman?
- The Cayman is available in a variety of new trims, including the Black Edition and GT4.
- Cayman trims have been upgraded with Leatherette Seats, Front Seat Heaters, Parking Sensors, Power Seat(s), and Navigation System as standard equipment this year.
- No A/C and Burmester Audio features are now available as options on select trims.
5 reasons to buy the 2016 Porsche Cayman
1. Driving engagement
Arguably the best reason to buy a 2016 Porsche Cayman is its fantastic driving dynamics. You’ll love the mid-engined layout providing beautiful engine sounds right behind you as you navigate the road. The 2016 Cayman’s chassis is extremely composed, providing balanced steering with a high level of feedback and responsiveness to the driver. The Cayman also provides a manual transmission as standard equipment, ensuring you can row your own gears if you want a more engaging experience.
2. The Porsche Cayman has two trunks
While the cabin of the 2016 Cayman may be a little snug, the mid-engined layout provides a surprising amount of storage space for a performance-oriented coupe. The rear trunk provides a very usable 9.7 cu-ft of storage. Need extra space? Since the engine is mounted in the middle of the car, a front trunk is available with an additional 5.3 cu-ft of storage to fit an extra duffel bag or first aid kit.
3. Sport-oriented GTS trim
While the entire Cayman line provides a high level of engagement and impressive performance, the GTS trim provides a long list of Porsche’s performance options. This includes adaptive dampers, a sport exhaust, and Porsche’s Sports Chrono Package, which includes a lap timer, dynamic transmission mounts, and a Sport Plus driving mode. These features are paired with sportier looks both inside and out, ensuring everyone knows your Cayman is focused on performance.
4. Fantastic automatic transmission
Many automotive enthusiasts roll their eyes when a sports car has an automatic transmission, but you shouldn’t think twice about selecting a Cayman with Porsche’s PDK® automatic. This seven-speed transmission provides lightning-fast gear changes when left to its own accord, but you also have control of the shifting via steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters. When equipped with the Sports Chrono Package, the automatic transmission also offers launch control to maximize acceleration on the track.
5. Luxurious options list
If you are worried about a sports coupe leaving you wanting more luxurious options, the Cayman’s long list of options will put you at ease. Some of those technology features include parking sensors, a rearview camera, and adaptive cruise control. Other interior niceties include in-dash navigation, upgraded stereos from either Bose® or Burmester®, and heated seats. The 2016 Porsche Cayman can be equipped to keep you comfortable as you navigate this top-tier sports car.
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Porsche Cayman an overall reliability rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks Porsche Cayman 23rd out of 25 among Luxury Compact Cars.
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Base 2WD 2D Coupe
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Heated Mirrors
- Leather Seats
- Manual Transmission
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Spoiler
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- A/C Seat(s)
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automatic Transmission
- BOSE Sound System
- Burmester Audio
- CD Audio
- Front Seat Heaters
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Parking Sensors
- Power Seat(s)
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Smart Key
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.7L
Horsepower
275
Torque (ft-lbs)
213
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
16.9
Wheelbase
97.4"
Overall length
172.4"
Width
70.9"
Height
50.9"
Front tires
P235/45ZR18
Rear tires
P265/45ZR18
Seating capacity
2
Transmission
Manual 6
2016 Porsche Cayman FAQ
The 2016 Porsche Cayman is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Base: 20 MPG City and 30 MPG Highway
- S: 20 MPG City and 28 MPG Highway
- GTS: 19 MPG City and 26 MPG Highway
- GT4: 18 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
The Porsche Cayman received a rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks the Porsche Cayman as 22 out of 25 among Luxury Compact Car
The 2016 Porsche Cayman has received an average 5.0 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2016 Porsche Cayman, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2016 Porsche Cayman Reviews.
Here is what's new for the 2016 Porsche Cayman:
- Black Edition
- GT4
- Front Seat Heaters
- Parking Sensors
- Power Seat(s)
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