Porsche Cayman
The Porsche Cayman is a two-seat coupé produced from 2007 onwards, powered by a 2.8-litre six-cylinder petrol engine delivering 192 kW. Measuring 4,349 mm in length and weighing 1,410 kg, it achieves a top speed of 263 km/h. The model has been subject to one recall in the EU Safety Gate database and three recalls with the US NHTSA.
| Manufacturer | Porsche |
|---|---|
| Production | From 2007 |
| Body type | Coupé |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Kerb weight | 1,316 kg |
| Displacement | 2,762 cc |
| Cylinders | 5 |
| Top speed | 263 km/h |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Fuel economy (comb.) | 10.1 l/100 km |
| Length | 4,357 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,296 mm |
| Seats | 2 |
| Doors | 2 |
New registrations by country (2025)
Number of Porsche Cayman cars registered for the first time across 3 European countries in 2025.
| Country | Registrations |
|---|---|
| Germany | 27 |
| Denmark | 11 |
| United Kingdom | 6 |
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Porsche Cayman (from registration data). 8 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 9.5 l/100 km | 2017–2020 |
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 10 l/100 km | 2017–2020 |
| 2.7 l · 6-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 10.1 l/100 km | 2007–2016 |
| 2.7 l · 6-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 11.2 l/100 km | 2007–2008 |
| 2.7 l · 6-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 10.2 l/100 km | 2007–2008 |
| 2.7 l · 6-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 9.4 l/100 km | 2014–2016 |
| 2.9 l · 6-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 10.7 l/100 km | 2009–2012 |
| 2.9 l · 6-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 10 l/100 km | 2009–2012 |
Source: EPA (US). Fuel economy converted to l/100 km.
Other Porsche models
Similar Coupé models
Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 90% of Porsche Caymans pass their MOT test first time, based on 13,681 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
1 recall recorded in the EU Safety Gate (European market) and 2 in the US-market NHTSA database for the Porsche Cayman. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (France)
The product does not meet the requirements set out in the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2021-10-01
- LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCHUS · NHTSAModel year 2015
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Porsche 911, Boxster, and Cayman vehicles manufactured May 7, 2014, to September 23, 2014. The front hood upper lock components were not manufactured to specification and may fail to securely latch the vehicle's hood during operation.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lock on the front hood, free of charge. The recall began December 12, 2014. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AE04.
NHTSA campaign 14V698000 · reported 04/11/2014
- POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLYUS · NHTSAModel year 2015
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Boxster, 2013-2014 Boxster S, 2014-2015 Cayman, Cayman S, 2015 Boxster GTS, and Cayman GTS vehicles. The rear-axle carrier side sections may fracture.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear-axle carrier side sections, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 6, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB7.
NHTSA campaign 21V679000 · reported 01/09/2021
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Porsche recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the Porsche Cayman?
- The Porsche Cayman has a rated top speed of 263 km/h.
- What are the dimensions of the Porsche Cayman?
- The Porsche Cayman is 4,357 mm long, 1,800 mm wide and 1,296 mm tall.
- How much does the Porsche Cayman weigh?
- The Porsche Cayman has a kerb weight of about 1,316 kg.
- How many seats does the Porsche Cayman have?
- The Porsche Cayman has 2 seats.