James Riswick has been testing cars and writing about them for more than 20 years. He was the senior reviews editor for Autoblog and previously served multiple editor roles here at Edmunds. He has also contributed to Autotrader, Car and Driver, Hagerty, JD Power and Autoguide Magazine. He has been interested in cars forever; his mom took him to the Toronto Auto Show when he was 18 months old and has attended at least one every year since (OK, except in 2020). He owns a babied 1998 BMW Z3 in James Bond blue and a 2023 Kia Niro EV.
12/3/2024
Adjectives aren't enough to fully describe how good the 2025 Porsche 718 Cayman is to drive. We've tried mightily over the years, however, describing the "genius of the perfectly weighted steering" and "world-class handling" on a winding road. "Absolute bliss" is another way we put it, and the waxing became only more poetic after driving the six-cylinder GTS 4.0 and GT4 RS. Quite simply, if you're looking for an outstanding driving tool and don't have exotic sports car money, it's really hard to beat the 718 Cayman.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2025 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS 2dr Coupe (4.0L 6cyl 7AM) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.11 per gallon for premium unleaded in Ohio.
It has been widely reported that the 718 Cayman is going to be replaced by an all-electric version, potentially next model year. The timing of that is still TBD, however, and it could very well be that Porsche does the same to the 718 lineup as it did for the Macan — have the new electric and old gas-powered versions live on simultaneously. If you're thinking of owning a 718 Cayman long term as a future classic, buying one for 2025 seems prudent to us.
Competitors to consider
In terms of mid-engine sports cars in its price range, the Chevrolet Corvette is the big bogey. Emphasis on big, especially in terms of overall size and engine displacement. They are very different cars, but they're also two of the best sports cars. For a lower price, you could consider the BMW M2 or, for something with even more practicality, the Audi RS 3. Ultimately, these are the types of cars you pick with your heart rather than your head. Test-drive as many as you can and let your heart and bank account decide the rest.
2022 Porsche Cayman 718 GT4 RS Review | Instrumented Test of Porsche's Luxury Sports Car
NOTE: This video is about the 2022 Porsche 718 Cayman, but since the 2025 Porsche 718 Cayman is part of the same generation, our earlier analysis still applies.
The Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS is a luxury sport coupe and the most hardcore, track-focused Cayman to date. In this video, Alistair Weaver from Edmunds gets behind the wheel of the 2022 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS to see just how well it performs out on the track. Alistair pushes the Cayman GT4 RS to the limit to see if the 493-horsepower sports car can really do 0-60 mph in… 3.2 seconds as Porsche says. Can the 718 GT4 RS live up to the hype of being called the purest track version of the Cayman? Alistair and his team are here to find out. This is our instrumented test of the 2022 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS.
The Edmunds experts tested the 2025 718 Cayman both on the road and at the track. What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the 718 Cayman has 9.2 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Porsche 718 Cayman. Learn more
What's new in the 2025 Porsche 718 Cayman?
According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2025 Porsche 718 Cayman:
Automatic transmission is now standard
Six-speed manual transmission is still a no-cost option
Part of the third Cayman generation introduced for 2017
To determine whether the Porsche 718 Cayman is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the 718 Cayman. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the 718 Cayman's average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more
Is the 2025 Porsche 718 Cayman a good car?
There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2025 Porsche 718 Cayman is a good car. Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2025 718 Cayman is a good car for you. Check back soon for the official Edmunds Rating from our expert testing team Learn more
How much should I pay for a 2025 Porsche 718 Cayman?
The least-expensive 2025 Porsche 718 Cayman is the 2025 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS 2dr Coupe (4.0L 6cyl 7AM). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $164,200.
Other versions include:
GT4 RS 2dr Coupe (4.0L 6cyl 7AM) which starts at $164,200
What are the different models of Porsche 718 Cayman?
If you're interested in the Porsche 718 Cayman, the next question is, which 718 Cayman model is right for you? 718 Cayman variants include GT4 RS 2dr Coupe (4.0L 6cyl 7AM). For a full list of 718 Cayman models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more