Porsche · 2016–2025

Porsche 982

The Porsche 982 is the internal designation of the fourth generation Boxster/Cayman (third generation Cayman) made by German automobile manufacturer Porsche. With the switch to a new turbocharged flat-four engine the marketing name for the models was changed to Porsche 718, in reference to the 718, which won the Targa Florio race in 1959 and 1960. The name is meant to evoke Porsche's past racing successes with light cars like the 718 that outmaneuvered competitors with larger and more powerful engines.

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Predecessor: Porsche Cayman II

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718 Boxster and Cayman

=== 718 Boxster and Cayman / 718 Boxster and Cayman S === The 718 Boxster was introduced in January 2016, and premiered at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show. The 718 Cayman joined the range in April at the Beijing Motor Show. The 718 featured two new horizontally opposed flat-4 turbocharged engines at 2.0-litre (Boxster/Cayman) and 2.5-litre (Boxster S/Cayman S) displacement with increased torque and horsepower with lower fuel consumption. The S model turbocharger utilizes Variable Turbine Geometry (VTG) technology. 718 Boxster and Cayman T. The 718 T models were released for the 2020 model year as more sport-oriented versions of the base 718 models. As such, the T features the same 2.0-litre flat-4 engine as the base 718 but adds performance-oriented options such as Porsche's 20mm drop sport suspension system, the Sport Chrono package with dynamic drivetrain mounts, a limited-slip differential, GT4 short shifter from the GT4, and sports exhaust with black tips, along with cosmetic differences including special decals along the lower doors, a smaller-diameter sport steering wheel, door pull straps in place of standard door handles, wheels from the Porsche 992 Carrera S in special Titanium Grey color, and Titanium Grey rear badging. It also includes Titanium Grey mirror caps, black headlight washers, black interior trim, Sports-Tex Cloth and Leather Sports-plus seats. 718 Boxster and Cayman GTS. Later in October 2017, the GTS models were announced with their 2.5-litre engines rated at 365 PS (360 hp; 268 kW). The Boxster could accelerate to 0–60 mph (97 km/h) from a standstill in 4.1 seconds, and the Cayman in 3.9 seconds. 718 Boxster and Cayman GTS 4.0. Since 2020, the GTS 4.0 model has been offered for both 718 models. The new model features the 4.0-litre flat-6 from the Cay

718 Cayman GT4 and 718 Spyder

The 718 Cayman GT4 and 718 Spyder (previously named the Boxster Spyder) were revealed in June 2019. Both are differentiated from less powerful models by more aggressive bodywork, including a lower stance, new front bumper, a large new diffuser, and exhaust pipes that are spaced farther apart. The GT4 also features larger side intakes and an adjustable wing, the latter of which helps it generate up to 150 kg (330 lb) of downforce, 50 percent more than its predecessor. Both have a naturally aspirated 4.0-litre flat-6 derived from the 992's 3.0-litre 9A2EVO engine, which is rated at 309 kW (414 hp; 420 PS) at 7,600 rpm and 420 N⋅m (310 lb⋅ft) of torque at 5,000–6,800 rpm. The engine has cylinder deactivation, a first for Porsche. Porsche claims a top speed of 304 km/h (189 mph) for the GT4, and 301 km/h (187 mph) for the Spyder. The front suspension and brakes are borrowed from the 911 GT3, and the adaptive dampers, ABS and stability-control programming are borrowed from the 911 GT3 RS. The anti-roll bar end links, camber and toe can be manually adjusted, but the ride height–3 cm (1.2 in) lower than a standard 718–is fixed. Both are around 15 kg heavier than the GTS models. Sales commenced in the spring of 2020. For the 2021 model year, the GT4 and Spyder became available with the 7-speed PDK dual-clutch transmission as an option. It reduces the 0-60 mph (97 km/h) acceleration time from 4.3 seconds to 3.7 seconds. In March of 2023, Porsche announced that 718 GT4 and Spyder Models would cease production as of the 2024 model year, however it was later extended through the 2025 model year with production ending October 2025. 718 Cayman GT4 RS. In 2021, Porsche unveiled the 718 Cayman GT4 RS, the first Cayman to receive the RS treatment which is usually reserved for the 911

Specifications

== Motorsport == 718 Cayman GT4 Clubsport. On 3 January 2019 the 718 Cayman GT4 Clubsport was unveiled in two variants, Competition and Trackday, with first customer cars delivered to customer teams ahead of the 2019 Roar Before the Rolex 24 Hours at Daytona International Speedway. The race car is powered by a 3.8-litre naturally aspirated flat-six engine producing 425 PS (419 bhp; 313 kW) at 7,500 rpm and 425 N⋅m (313 lb⋅ft) at 6,600 rpm connected to a 6-speed PDK gearbox. The Engine is repurposed from the Road-spec GT4 but destroked from 81.5mm to 77.5 mm, dropping the displacement from 3,995 cc (4.0 L) to 3,799 cc (3.8 L). The engine in-turn has a compression ratio of 12.5:1 over the GT4's 13:1, because of the shortening of the stroke. The kerb weight is 1,320 kg (2,910 lb). Both variants feature a welded-in roll cage, a six-point harness and race bucket seat, a selection of body parts made of natural-fibre composite materials, the front suspension from the 911 GT3 Cup, racing brakes, lightweight forged wheels and slick tyres. Aerodynamics are improved over the previous generation GT4 Clubsport, including a swan neck mount rear wing. The Competition variant features 3-way adjustable shock absorbers, a 115-litre fuel cell, brake balance adjustment, a lightweight battery, a fire extinguishing system, a quick release steering wheel from the 911 GT3 R and a three-piston air jack system while the Trackday variant features fixed shock absorbers, an 80-litre fuel cell and a handheld fire extinguisher instead. The new Porsche Sprint Challenge GB, which is made up of Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 Clubsport cars, was supposed to start at Silverstone Circuit on 25 April 2020 but will now start on 6 June 2020 at the same circuit. 718 Cayman GT4 RS Clubsport. The 718 Cayman GT4 RS Clubs

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Specifications

Production: 2016–2025
name: Porsche 982
Manufacturer: Porsche
Assembly: Germany: Stuttgart, Germany: Osnabrück
aka: Porsche 718 Boxster, Porsche 718 Cayman, Porsche 718 Spyder
Class: Sports car (S)
Layout: MR layout
Platform: MMB (Modular mid-engine platform)
Body style: 2-door roadster (718 Boxster / Spyder), 2-door fastback coupé (718 Cayman)
Designer: Peter Varga (2015), Fabian Schmölz (GT4, 2018)
Engine: 2.0 L MA2.2 turbo flat-4, 2.5 L MA2.22 turbo flat-4, 4.0 L MDG flat-6
Transmission: 6-speed G82.00 manual, 7-speed PDK dual-clutch auto
Wheelbase: Boxster: 2475 mm, Cayman: 2475 mm
Length: Boxster: 4379 mm, Cayman: 4379 mm
Width: Boxster: 1801 mm, Cayman: 1801 mm
Height: Boxster: 1281 mm, Cayman: 1295 mm
Kerb weight: Boxster/Cayman:, 1335 kg (manual), 1370 kg (PDK), Boxster S/Cayman S:, 1355 kg (manual), 1385 kg (PDK), Boxster GTS/Cayman GTS:, 1375 kg (manual), 1405 kg (PDK), 718 Cayman GT4: 1451 kg, 718 Spyder: 1454 kg
Predecessor: Porsche 981