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Porsche 718 Cayman (982) 2.0 (300 Hp) PDK
Overall Rating
Porsche 718:
The Porsche 718 is a series of one- or two-seat sports-racing cars built by Porsche from 1957 to 1962. An open-wheel single-seat model was developed for Formula racing.
The 718 was a development of the successful Porsche 550A with improvements made to the body work and suspension. The car's full name is 718 RSK, where "RS" stands for RennSport and the "K" reflects the shape of the car's revised torsion-bar suspension. It had a mid-engined layout and used the 142 horsepower 1. 5-litre Type 547/3 quad-cam engine introduced in the 550A....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Cayman (982) Overview:
Porsche 718 (Cayman (982)). With 380 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.6 l/100km). With a weight of 1365 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 4.8 s). The top speed reaches 275 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0 (300 Hp) PDK Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The base 2.0L engine paired with the PDK transmission provides surprisingly quick acceleration and smooth shifts, making it a very capable and enjoyable daily sports car.
Fuel Economy
Excellent fuel efficiency, benefiting from the turbocharged four-cylinder and the efficient PDK gearbox, making it the most economical automatic option.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional handling and steering precision
- • Powerful and engaging engines across the lineup
- • High-quality interior and build materials
- • Return of the naturally aspirated flat-six in higher trims
- • Excellent PDK transmission for rapid shifts
Cons:
- • Initial flat-four engine sound was polarizing for some purists
- • Firm ride quality, especially on sportier trims and larger wheels
- • Limited practicality with two seats and modest storage
- • High purchase price and expensive options list
- • Not Euro NCAP tested, lacking official safety ratings
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Cayman (982): January, 2020 - June, 2020).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Porsche |
| Model: | 718 |
| Generation: | Cayman (982) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 (300 Hp) PDK |
| Start of production: | June, 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 300 Hp @ 6500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 150.9 Hp/l [26mm less] |
| Torque: | 380 Nm @ 2150-4500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | MDD.PB More details about the engine MDD.PB |
| Engine displacement: | 1988 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Boxer |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l |
| Engine layout: | Middle, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 91.01 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 76.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Maximum engine speed: | 7500 rpm. |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.1 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6d-ISC-FCM |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 4.7-4.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 4.7-4.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 275 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 4.6 kg/Hp, 219.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.6 kg/Nm, 278.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 200 km/h: | 17.8-18.1 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4.5-4.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1365 |
| Max. weight: | 1685 |
| Max load: | 320 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 275 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 54 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4379 mm mm [26mm less] |
| Width: | 1801 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1286 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2475 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1994 mm |
| Front track: | 1515 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1532 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.98 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 7 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | PDK |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 330x28 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 299x20 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | Front wheel tires: 235/45 ZR18 |
| Wheel rims size | Front wheel rims: 8J x 18 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | McPherson |
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