PORSCHE 718 CAYMAN GTS 4.0 REVIEW | Is This The Best Car Porsche Makes? 

That's an interesting trade and probably a well considered one. Any regrets? The Turbo S is obviously wicked fast and probably can't stretch its legs on public roads which surely levels the playing field somewhat between both cars. Raw power aside for a minute, though: is there anything the 718 package is noticeably lacking over the 991? Did you experience a faster drop in the "draw" back to drive one of them, compared to the other?

Very similar to my GT350. Down low, it’s not as impressive , but Once I’m above 3200 RPM, the car just catapults !

Your GTS sounds awesome. That’s the strength of the Porsche range, that there is choice. To find the perfect car that’s right for you. And it sounds like you’ve made a good one 👍

Many thanks Scott 👍 Glad you like the reviews and really appreciate the feedback!

Thanks Phillip, glad you enjoyed it 👍 And congratulations on your GTS.!

How did you think a long 2nd gear would be a problem when most speed limits are below 80? Is your typical driving around 113 in 3rd as well?

Glad you liked the video and congrats on your GTS! Gentian blue is an awesome choice 👍👌😎

@@karlhurn Thanks again 🤓

I'm considering a GTS 4.0. As far as the engine, how is the low end torque? Does the car have good pulling power from a stop light? I have a 1999 Carerra and my only complaint is the lack of low end torque, it doesn't pin my back to the seat from a standing start.

@@69FOSTER Search for a dealer with one in stock for a test drive, and perhaps invest in some track time in LA or Atlanta at a Porsche Experience Center. I'd say if you want something to win drag races, perhaps this is not the car. That being said, while the PDK is quicker than the manual, in 1st gear, with the manual, accelerating off-the-line, I can see the yellow flickering of the traction control dashboard light as it prevents wheel spin. Yea, it definitely pins my back to the seat when I have pole position at a stop sign or traffic light. 🥰 Puts a smile on my face every time. I have to remind myself not to give her too much juice when accelerating in first gear to ensure keeping the rear wheels from losing traction especially when turning, though the balance is great and response if predictable, I just don't want to attract the wrong kind of attention by drifting around turns. 🚔

Thanks Andrew! Glad you enjoyed it. I could definitively live with the Cayman GTS 4.0. Still my favourite Porsche so far. I’ve got a bunch of other reviews if you have the time! 👍

Many thanks for the feedback and I’m glad you liked the video 🙏. My enthusiasm and motivation for making these vids really is a rollercoaster so when I get nice comments like this it really helps 👍. I found the Bose system pretty good, but I have heard real audiophiles say they don’t rate them. So if you are of that level it might be wise to go for the Burmester system. Thanks again 🙏

Many thanks 🙏 and congratulations on your GTS! 👍

Many thanks and congratulations 🙏 👍

Thanks Dave 🙏. Glad you enjoyed the review and congrats on your GTS 4.0, you won’t regret it. 👍

Good choice 👍. Glad you liked the review.

Many thanks for you kind comment. Glad you enjoyed the video and found it useful 👍

Congratulations! You’ve got yourself one epic car there! Many thanks for the support and I’m glad you enjoyed the video 👍

Miami blue is a fantastic colour 👌 Great choice. Glad you liked the review, many thanks 🙏 👍

That's the first time I've heard of someone picking a Porsche model because it it quieter. Good for you and Porsche would be very pleased.

@@gsthree9534 😂 Not really cos it is quieter. But because It's fast enough, actually quicker off the line than a manual GTS/GT4 I don't like noise injected into cabin & 3 cylinders that shut off in town ! Getting to many compromises on cars now 🤔

Many thanks 🙏 Glad you enjoyed it 👍

Congrats! Stealth Agate Grey is a cool colour 👍

Thanks 🙏 Glad you enjoyed the video. The Rode Go does a good job, although I did have some teething problems on the Carrera T video but I’ve got it set up in the sweet spot now 👌. I would imagine that the roads in Wyoming are better than they are here in the UK, so I think you’ll be just fine, also for resale I’m sure most people would expect the 20mm full GTS experience. Well done on resisting the full options list, like I said though the engine and gearbox (what you really want) come as standard 👌. Enjoy 👍

Just Got the aventurine green too. Dynamic with Grey most days in any shade and olive green with a gold hue on those sunny ones. Mines is debadged ;) In NYC, the spasm is great in normal driving around town. It still glides over bumps withour crashing while still having a tight feel. Hope you enjoy!

Tom, thanks for the comments. For me, it was a toss-up between Agate Grey & Aventurine Green. So you have the stock 20 mm dropped chassis or the optional +10? I ordered mine with deleted door decals, but I liked the look (in photos) of the rear badge so I kept it. You must have gotten yours a couple months ago, since Felicity Ace had East Coast cars for late February/March delivery... I'd say you lucked out!

Thanks for the feedback and glad you enjoyed the review 🙏. I found the suspension to be really compliant on bumpy roads and very comfortable in Normal mode 👍. Congrats and I’m sure you’ll love the Boxster GTS 4.0!

Many thanks 🙏

Congrats 👏 👍

Many thanks 🙏 👍

@albertofourie3294 Yeah I did some spirited driving in a 2023 718 Boxster GTS 4.0 PDK through some mountain roads in the US and kind of felt the same way. It is very smooth and just sort of goes along. It is kind of loud inside and the ride is a little on the harsh side but is fine. The chassis can support tons more power than the car has, below 4000rpm it doesn't have that much grunt. Additionally, steering response and power delivery are very smooth and linear. Those factors combined might be what contributes to it feeling somewhat mundane. I also felt the interior of the car was a bit too tight for me (6'2", 210lbs). The 18-way seats just didn't go back far enough and I had to raise the steering wheel up more than I would have liked to avoid hitting my knees when turning. Overall a 911 992 has quite a bit more space and is more comfortable than the 718 even with the 18-ways (I have not driven a 992, only sat in them). The GTS 4.0 does handle and grip like nothing I have ever driven before and really unbelievable. It completely blew away a 2017 Chevy Corvette C7 Stingray in handling (and the Corvette handles really pretty well) that I had on had for comparison. The Corvette compared to the GTS 4.0 was just much less composed (still compared to other 'muscle cars' like the Camero SS or Mustang GT the C7 Corvette just blows them away) and feels like it will get away from you if you are not careful. The Porsche never once really started to feel like it might get away despite really pulling hard side to side. The gearing in the PDK car is certainly a problem. For spirited tight driving the GTS 4.0 PDK doesn't have 7 speeds, it only has one gear, that being 2nd gear. This is really gets to be quite annoying when trying to have fun with the car. You drop out of first gear pretty much immediately and then ride second gear all the way to ~75mph. The power below 4000rpm is really not that much and it really only truly comes alive above 6000rpm. I know some people like that, but it is really not that usable. It is very important to actually drive a car you are interested in and drive it in a spirited manner (it is the reason you get a car like this) not just useless dealer test drive. The reviewers usually only say the good things about the car and just get all excited, which really isn't always that helpful to someone trying to figure out if they would actually potentially want one of these cars. I also think most reviewers don't actually push the car very hard so they really don't know what it is like and as a cruising sports cars really arn't that great and that is not what they are designed for. So at the end of the day I didn't really like it and didn't really have that much fun in it (sadly).

Many thanks. Congratulations on the GTS! You won’t regret it 👍👌

The comment at the end about the difficulty involved with plugging the phone in is ‘spot on’. I have always got frustrated with this in my 991.2!!

It did feel a bit like ‘hey, first world problems’, but it is frustrating 😂

Many thanks 🙏 Glad you enjoyed the video. Yes it’s certainly a special engine. Congrats on your GT3, Porsche goals 👌

I’m not sure where abouts you are in the country but if your can arrange insurance you are welcome to do a video review of it.

That’s really kind of you. I’m Leicestershire. I’ll drop you an email via your RU-vid account 🙏👍

Many thanks 🙏. Glad you enjoyed it 👍

Glad you liked it! Many thanks 🙏

Thanks! 🙏 Glad you liked the review. I actually like the cup holders, they work really well, But if you like a Big Gulp you might have a problem 😂. The interior is pretty practical, the space over the engine is actually quite big and could take a few large bags for a road trip etc, or perhaps two golf bags if you’re into that. There’s not really any space behind the actual seats. In the snow you’d probably need to go to winter tyres, but it depends how bad it gets. Here in the UK you could manage on all seasons.

I am from Estonia and I did a Cayman GTS test drive on a christmas week when we had 20cm of snow. I tested it hard in the parking lots and the yards, that haven't been cleaned. Did an uphill start on snowy road. Mid-engine layout really makes a difference, the grip is fantastic for an RWD. Did not get stuck anywhere, even though my A4 Quattro had it rough. The car was definitely on its limit though, so I would not push it unnecessarily. The thing to consider is the clearance. If you live outside of the town, in a rural area that isn't plowed very often, then I'd probably look for another car. In town it's fine though.

I have to say as driven both the 2.5 and the 4.0 the 2.5 is far quicker and if honest more fun with pops and bangs etc

Many thanks 🙏. Glad you like the channel. Even though the 911 would fit fit into my life better and hey, it’s a 911, to be honest, the GTS 4.0 got under my skin. It’s that engine. It’s even better than the 911 GTS.

Thanks for that. The 4.0 does sound like its a very special powerplant. i'll need to try both in due course! @@karlhurn

I recently purchased an 18’ 2.5 gts and exited to get it home. And you are right, turbo engines just have that low end torque that just shots you out of corners. I’ve said this in other video comments, the flat 6 reminds me of my RS3 in the sound department. Lack luster at low rpm’s but beautiful at a full chatter. Only problem is to get that sound I need to be at the track or face a wicked speeding ticket. The 2.5 and 4 liter are the identical car except for engines obviously. Same handling, interior, exterior etc. to me it comes down to power, torque delivery. I’m a turbo guy so the 2.5 will always win it for me. The potential for more is there, and it will walk away from pretty much most of the N/A flat 6 cars if tuned. Have a look at what the 2.5 can do on the Nurburgring vs the gt4…..you’ll be surprised

I believe this very GTS 4.0 will be testing against the Emira soon 👍 Can't wait to see that.

Wow, really tough question! From my point of view, if I didn’t have to compromise slightly for the practicality of having rear seats as I have kids (obviously optioning in rear seats on a Carrera T), it would be the Carrera T. But no compromise and just for me at the weekend, I think the Cayman GTS 4.0 wins as the engine really feels special.

Many thanks 🙏 Glad you liked it 👍

Many thanks 🙏 Glad you liked it 👍

Glad you liked the video 👍. You can get cruise control with the manual yes 🙌

Sir, I went back and checked the configurator..cruise control is ONLY available with the PDK...when you try to spec cruise control with the manual, it adds the PDK..what am I missing?..Is it different on the other side of the pond?

This press car had the six speed manual and cruise control fitted as a £228 option. Maybe it’s a UK/European spec anomaly. If in doubt, I’d call your local Porsche dealer who will be happy to help 👍

Thanks 🙏 Glad you enjoyed it. Sounds like you’re doing the best thing and trying both for yourself, as it really should be down to how you are going to use it and personal preference. I think you’re right that the 981 GTS probably sounds better outside, but I think inside the car the 4.0 will give it a run for it’s money when up in the revs. The gearing didn’t bother me at all. Congrats on the new GTS when you get it 👌👍

Is your 981 for sale? Looking for a GTS atm 👍🏼

@@Bergie_78 I will be selling my GTS but likely not until late summer I’m afraid.

Love our manual transmission on ours.

Many thanks Philip, glad you enjoyed it. Haven’t created any BMW content yet, but hopefully in the future. I think Boxster or Cayman seems to be a totally personal choice, either way you can’t loose 👍👌

Many thanks 🙏 Glad you liked it. I think the Emira will be a big step forward for Lotus but it seems unlikely that it will match the quality of the Porsche. The Lotus will have a fantastic buzz about it when they start to appear on the roads this year though.

I’ve driven both now, for sure there is a big difference in build quality IMO. They’re similar in character but so different as well, Lotus is more wow and I really like the sound too, the steering is in a different class too. However the Porsche is just quality throughout and I appreciate that when spending so much money, and it’s so good at everything it does, so I decided on the Porsche. Really nice video 👍

Glad you liked the review 🙏. You’re right, nothings perfect, but I think the GTS’s are a sweet spot across the Porsche range. 👍

Good point. I think a shorter cable would help 👍

I think UK reviewers might be focused on the fact that they feel it is set up for German Autobahns and not optimised for the UK. But like you say, it’s not really an issue.👍

@@karlhurn just bc you CAN run it up to 7800 rpm before shifting doesn't mean you are so obliged... whatever country you are in.

Never understood this long gearing argument, never made any sense to me, I own a manual 2021 718 S.

Many thanks Phil 👍 The GTS is one of the best I’ve driven 👌

Many thanks 🙏 Glad you enjoyed it. Your spec sounds awesome. Congrats on your GTS, you are going to love it. I still think it’s my favourite Porsche that I’ve driven, even over the GT3 Touring.

Probably because it’s so good. That engine is worth chasing 👍

Go for it! I’ve got a review of the 987 Cayman on my channel too if you’re interested. 👍

To be fair to Porsche, this was likely imposed on them in order to make what effectively is a race car engine available for use on the road in the UK/EU. So if it makes it possible to have that great engine, then I’m happy with that. All credit to Porsche for the off button 😂

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Glad you liked the video 👍. The cylinder deactivation is part of the Auto Stop/Start system, so you can switch all that off by pressing the ‘A OFF’ button on the centre console 👌

@@karlhurn thank you for the reply, just to double confirming. the auto stop start system button , when is turned off (the light is off) which means when the car is idle with 0 speed the engine won't turn off anymore plus the engine deactivation below 4000rpm(or so I forgot the exact rpm told by other RU-vid)?

@@allenliu6655 As I understand it yes, that switches everything off.Might be a good idea to contact your local Porsche Centre if you need to be sure/need more info.

I respectfully disagree.

I’d like to try the new 992 Carrera T or the GTS before I answer that question 😂