Porsche 987c Cayman 2005-2012

[Matt]

New Coupe Features Dynamic Styling and Powerful Engine

ATLANTA, May 23, 2005 -- Porsche today revealed the first official images of its anxiously awaited new sports car -- the 2006 Porsche Cayman S. Based on the Boxster® series, the two-seat coupe incorporates dramatic new styling, a powerful 295 hp (SAE) engine, and features and options made popular by Porsche's current range of sports cars. It is positioned and priced between the Porsche 911® Carrera® and Porsche Boxster S.

While easily recognizable as a member of the Porsche sports car family, the Cayman S has its own distinctive look. Among its unique styling features are its dynamic new coupe silhouette, aerodynamic upper windshield sill, curvaceous rear fenders, fog lamps integrated into the front air intakes, exclusively designed side air intakes, automatically extending rear spoiler, and newly styled dual sport tailpipes. Beneath the new model's distinguishing hatchback is a rear storage area twice the size (9.2 cu. ft.) of that found in the Boxster.

The Cayman S's muscular 3.4-liter, flat-six cylinder engine propels the car from 0 to 60 mph in a quick 5.1 seconds and to a top track speed of an impressive 171 mph. The engine is equipped with the same VarioCam® Plus variable valve timing system as found on the 2005 911 Carrera. It allows the engine to produce its maximum torque of 255 ft. lbs. between 4,200 and 6,000 rpm.

This engine power is transmitted through the Boxster S's standard six-speed manual transmission that has been enhanced for the Cayman S with shortened and more precise shift travel. Offered as an option, the five-speed Tiptronic® S automatic transmission system has been tuned specifically for the new model, incorporating unique electronic and hydraulic control maps.

Handling and safety are enhanced with the fitting of 18-inch wheels and tires and the Porsche Stability Management (PSM) system as standard equipment. The Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) system, which allows the driver to select between the comfort of a grand touring car and the track-ready precision of a genuine high-performance sports car at the touch of a button, is available as an option.

The Cayman S will go on sale in the United States and Canada in mid January of 2006 at a price of $58,900 US.


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[Esperante]

Finally some real pics! Thanks loads!
Anyway, I actualy like it! A LOT! :)

[Vindesh17]

well its not as expensive as I thought it would have been.

[BMW325]

beautiful...id take it over a 997 Carrera anyday

[CdocZ]

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[Matt]

I think it's bizarre and the proportions are strange. I don't like it at all. The Boxster with the hardtop on looks better.

[Sackalack GT]

True, I think using that bulging Boxster slope between the roof and rear end gives it a strange look, but then again the smooth lines would make it look like a slightly altered 997

[silverhawk]

do we even need this car? the boxster is in the small sports car category & the carrera is in the medium. so where does this fit in? the proportions and design is completely messed up. i didnt like the 997 at first because of its round beetle like headlights but this is ugly from all directions.

[Coventrysucks]

Think back thirty years... the 911 - a driver's car.

Known to be lethal, requiring a firm hand on the tiller.

Think of the 911 today. A true driver's car? Not bally likely! Last seen in the ownership of the wife of *insert-premiership-football-players-name-here*.

Enter the Cayman. More powerful than the Boxster, and crucially, with the hard-top, much stiffer. Lighter and less comfort oriented than the 911.

An "out-and-out driver's car", priced highly to persuade footballer's wives and others with too much money than is good for them to opt for a 911 rather than a Cayman.

It is almost "Clubsport" as standard - lightweight and stripped of too many creature comforts - a fact reflected in its Nordschleife time is faster than that of the 997.

[Wolf03]

do we even need this car? the boxster is in the small sports car category & the carrera is in the medium. so where does this fit in? the proportions and design is completely messed up. i didnt like the 997 at first because of its round beetle like headlights but this is ugly from all directions.

This is basically a Boxster Coupe. Basically what you're asking is like why do we need a 911 Coupe when there's the convertible. Porsche just gave it a different name so people would think it's new and different.

[Spastik_Roach]

Think back thirty years... the 911 - a driver's car.

Known to be lethal, requiring a firm hand on the tiller.

Think of the 911 today. A true driver's car? Not bally likely! Last seen in the ownership of the wife of *insert-premiership-football-players-name-here*.

Enter the Cayman. More powerful than the Boxster, and crucially, with the hard-top, much stiffer. Lighter and less comfort oriented than the 911.

An "out-and-out driver's car", priced highly to persuade footballer's wives and others with too much money than is good for them to opt for a 911 rather than a Cayman.

It is almost "Clubsport" as standard - lightweight and stripped of too many creature comforts - a fact reflected in its Nordschleife time is faster than that of the 997.

Yes. Screw footballers wives. Screw their addiction to Porsche! You know what? SCREW EVERYTHING!

[taz_rocks_miami]

Yes. Screw footballers wives. Screw their addiction to Porsche! You know what? SCREW EVERYTHING!

Geeze Spastic, you're in happy mood.

[crisis]

I thought this was going to look better. The arse end looks odd, almost like a stretched out Beetle.

[Spastik_Roach]

Geeze Spastic, you're in happy mood.

I forgot smileys :D

OMG 5000th post! Wooah nelly!

[clutch-monkey]

OMG 5000th post! Wooah nelly!
dude, get a girlfriend:D

[Spastik_Roach]

I'm working on it, gosh! :D

[carweb]

more caymans

[Rijoh]

The other pics high res:

[PsychoChimp22]

Cayanne
Cayman

That could get confusing....

[Esperante]

This is basically a Boxster Coupe. Basically what you're asking is like why do we need a 911 Coupe when there's the convertible. Porsche just gave it a different name so people would think it's new and different.
If it was just a Boxster coupe it wouldn't run Nurburgring 11 seconds faster than a roadster, or 4 seconds faster than a 997. This is obviously something more-maybe not the most creative of exterior design, but a car that returns to the no-aid roots of Porsche, much like Cov said earlier. This is bascially a stripped down, almost GTS class version of the Boxster. Man, that'd be cool to see Porsche go into GTS. :)

[RazaBlade]

Those glowing brake discs on that 2nd pic? Dont usually see them on normal road cars, only on the superones...very cool!

[Colin17]

new pics

[Colin17]

last for this moment

[Matra et Alpine]

Those glowing brake discs on that 2nd pic? Dont usually see them on normal road cars, only on the superones...very cool!
go to your local track days when you can stand at the end of a straight and watch them ALL glow hot. Just dont stand on the outside of the corner though because the less experienced drivers wont protect their discs adn WILL lose braking at some point :)

[IWantAnAudiRS6]

I think it's bizarre and the proportions are strange. I don't like it at all. The Boxster with the hardtop on looks better.
Werd. Not my cup of tea. In fact, I prefer the Cayenne Turbo and the 996's. To ANY current Porsche 997, Boxster and Cayman.

[RazaBlade]

I really really like this car, it adds a whole new aggressive dimension over the Boxster. Would love to own one in black!

[nopassn]

boo-ya, got the pics yo...

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more still...

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oh yeah, still more...

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last two...

[taz_rocks_miami]

I have to say, I like this car; it's much more muscular looking than the Boxter and it's mid engined. If I had the money, I'd get it. :)

[nopassn]

I have to say, I like this car; it's much more muscular looking than the Boxter and it's mid engined. If I had the money, I'd get it. :)

I dunno about the looks... and the Boxster is mid-engined as well... so I'd say that's not a good "selling point" over the Boxster ;)

[taz_rocks_miami]

I dunno about the looks... and the Boxster is mid-engined as well... so I'd say that's not a good "selling point" over the Boxster ;)

LOL, what I meant was that it's a selling point over the 911 series. :)

[targa]

I looked at the pics just added on here yesterday and was amazed......I hadn't readlly looked at the styling before then, be wow......

My first thoight was that it looks like a toy....

[Rijoh]

Some of nopassn's pics were already posted by Colin17

[carweb]

Cayman S

[carweb]

Cayman S ...

[carweb]

Cayman S..

[Matt]

Fantastical!

[Rijoh]

Love the blue one, great pics :)

[Guest]

wow!!!!! #Jakg's Jaw Hits The Floor#

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[Mustang]

every time i see it i think it looks worse

[Guest]

me want!!!

[Mustang]

top quality post there :thumbs up:





:D

[RazaBlade]

Knew some of these pics looked familiar, they been posted in The Porsche Thread too!! Cant complain, more Porsche the better!

[porlamfer]

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[Gt1Street]

anyone know what the factory number on that on is ?
i mean, like the old boxster was 986, the new is 987 and whats the cayman ?

[shockwaveracing]

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i swear those photos look like they were taken in my old home town of Esperance... some of our beaches look identical to the ones in these photos, we even have dunes like that too... but i know that these photos weren't taken there simply coz of the design of the line on the road...

[carweb]

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[carweb]

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[McLareN]

Doesnt look too bad in yellow!

[McLareN]

Last pictures

[ExoticCarSite]

Its really starting to grow on me this car.
I think the convertible version will be lousy though. It will be way too much like a Boxster then.

[Jack_Bauer]

Its really starting to grow on me this car.
I think the convertible version will be lousy though. It will be way too much like a Boxster then.

You'd better be joking there! :p

[Esperante]

Its really starting to grow on me this car.
I think the convertible version will be lousy though. It will be way too much like a Boxster then.
LOL!!! :D

[Dino Scuderia]

One of my pals who was second one the list at the Porsche dealer to get a Cayman if he so chose to has decided to make the order, so he ordered a white Cayman S with dark blue interior and the optional rims. I'm happy for him and me...because I'll get to drive it.

[valgabr]

few more photos. the rear of this car is seriously ugly... my God!!

[996 911 GT2]

anyone know what the factory number on that on is ?
i mean, like the old boxster was 986, the new is 987 and whats the cayman ?

probably 987 as well, its the same chassis...

[RacingManiac]

I don't get what JC is talking about...this car IMO looks great....

[Colin17]

my impressions from the dealer #1

[Colin17]

my impressions from the dealer #2

[Colin17]

my impressions from the dealer #3

[Dino Scuderia]

Best color and rims I've seen on one so far..IMO.

[Colin17]

my impressions from the dealer #4

[Vaigra]

Porsche Cayman S #32

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Porsche Cayman S #32

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[F1_Master]

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[Piacki_117]

Porsche Cayman S #37

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Porsche Cayman S #38

[Piacki_117]

Porsche Cayman S #40

[McLareN]

New version of Porsche Cayman sports coupé unveiled

Following the successful market launch of the Cayman S in autumn 2005, Porsche is introducing the Cayman, a new version of the mid-engined sports coupé that will go on sale in the UK in the summer. Based on the Boxster series, the two-seater is powered by a six-cylinder horizontally-opposed ‘boxer’ engine with an engine-capacity of 2.7 litres and developing an output of 245 bhp (180 kW).

With its high and sustained propulsive power in the lower and medium speed ranges, the engine puts in an impressive performance. It has a top speed of 160mph, and with manual transmission accelerates from 0-62mph in 6.1 seconds. The Cayman is convincing proof of the fact that outstanding performance statistics do not necessarily mean high fuel consumption. According to European standards, it consumes on average only 30.4mpg (9.3 litres per 100 kms).

Courtesy of the Porsche VarioCam Plus system fitted to its engine, the Cayman develops a torque of 273 Newton metres available between 4,600 and 6,000rpm. Power is transmitted via a five-speed manual transmission with short, precise shifting travel. A six-speed manual transmission in conjunction with the Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) system is also available on request. As a third variant, Porsche offers the proven Tiptronic S five-speed automatic transmission, which has rocker switches on the steering-wheel spokes for manual over-ride of the gear shifting.

The Cayman rides on 17-inch light-alloy wheels of a unique design with five double spokes, fitted with 205/55 tyres on 6.5-inch wide wheel rims at the front; the combination at the rear is 235/50 tires on 8-inch rims. With the Porsche Stability Management (PSM) system fitted as standard, the chassis offers outstanding levels of driving dynamics and active safety.

The Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) system is available as an optional extra. The chassis ride height is lowered by ten millimetres, and the shock-absorber system automatically adapts to each particular driving situation. The driver can choose between the "normal" and "sport" programs by pressing a button on the centre console.

The Cayman can be further indentified by its black brake calipers, black front-spoiler lips, a titanium-coloured logo at the rear and also a trapezoidal tailpipe. The impressive interior boasts a comprehensive range of standard features including an air-conditioning system, a radio/CD player, seat covers in Alcantara leather, black-faced instrument dials and door entry trims with the Cayman logo. Because of the mid-engined concept, it boasts two luggage compartments with a combined volume of 410 litres, just like its big brother, the Cayman S. Along with many other storage features, this attribute highlights the sports coupé’s supreme practicality.

In additional to two full-size airbags to guarantee the necessary level of safety protection in the event of a head-on collision, the ingenious Porsche Side Impact Protection System (POSIP), which features a chest and head airbag on each side of the vehicle, also provides excellent protection in side impacts.

The Cayman goes on sale in the UK and Ireland on 29 July and will be priced from £36,220.00 including a Porsche Driving Experience programme.
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Only 2 high-res pics for now.

Porsche Cayman Sports Coupé #1:

[Piacki_117]

These new wheels are ugly.

[RazaBlade]

I guess Ive been muscled out!! Ill put mine here, just delete the other thread....

[Vaigra]

Porsche Cayman Sports Coupé #3

[lfb666]

Porsche Cayman S #41

[Piacki_117]

Porsche Cayman S #42

[RazaBlade]

as ever, awesome shots Piacki, great angles of the car!

[Piacki_117]

Porsche Cayman S #43

Black

[RazaBlade]

Great shots, but is this one car that looks better when its not black? Seeing it in mid-blues and dark greys, it looks cooler.

[The_Canuck]

Porsche Cayman S #44

I don't know if these are big enough but i think they fit here...plus the colour is awesome.:cool:

[Matt]

Not really big enough...

[Piacki_117]

Porsche Cayman S #45

[Vaigra]

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[Timothy (in VA)]

Porsche Cayman S #46: Porsche Cayman Aerokit

(from Porsche Press Release) Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG of Stuttgart, Germany, has begun to supply Aerokits for its Cayman und Cayman S sports cars. This new customizing equipment consists of add-on spoiler lips for the standard front-end apron panel and a new, fixed rear spoiler.

Designed by engineers at the Porsche Development Center in Weissach, the Aerokit gives the Cayman even more bite and even sportier, more dynamic looks. The front spoiler lips emphasize the visual power of the big air inlets in the front apron. The new, fixed rear wing creates a strong visual accent even when the car is standing still. Along with the cars appearance, its aerodynamics have also been upgraded. The Aerokits components, optimized in Porsches wind tunnel, reduce lift at the front and rear axles, making the car even more stable at high speeds. The aerodynamic components have been carefully matched and must therefore only be installed as a complete set. All the items in the Aerokit are supplied in the cars body color and harmonize well with the Caymans dynamic styling.

Porsche supplies this Aerokit on all international markets. In Germany, it can be ordered via Porsche Exclusive for 3,500 Euros (excluding value-added tax) for installation on a new car. For later customization, it will be available starting in March 2007 from Porsche Tequipment for 2,950 Euros excluding VAT, installation and spraying.

[Ferrer]

That fixed rear wing looks bad...

[Waugh-terfall]

Porsche Cayman S #47

[The_Canuck]

PRESS RELEASE: Limited-edition Cayman S as Porsche Design Edition 1

Stuttgart. Dr. Ing. h. c. F. Porsche AG of Stuttgart, Germany, is to expand its mid-engine coupé model range with the launch, in November 2007, of the Cayman S “Porsche Design Edition 1”, a limited-edition special series. Porsche has incorporated various design disciplines into this very special mid-engine coupé: the black exterior emphasizes the purist nature of the 295-bhp sports car and, at the same time, is a nod to Porsche Design and the famous Chronograph 1s designed by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche precisely 35 years previously.

This look, cultivated by Porsche Design, imparts additional luxury and class on the Cayman S: the black leather and Alcantara upholstery harmonizes with refined details such as the instrument dials, the layout of which reflects that of all Porsche Design chronographs. Even the center console, dashboard, and door trims glisten in black, while the three-spoke sports steering wheel, the gear lever, the handbrake grip, and the roof lining are clothed in non-slip black Alcantara. The Porsche logo (crest) is embossed on the headrests.

The vehicle’s technical features are equally sophisticated: beneath the ten-millimeter-lower body, standard Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) actively controls the hardness of the shock absorbers and it features a special Sport mode that can be activated at the touch of a button for a really dynamic driving feel. Five-millimeter spacers together with 19-inch turbo wheels give the Cayman S “Porsche Design Edition 1” a presence that is reinforced yet further by the 235/35 ZR 19 tires at the front axle and the 265/35 ZR 19 tires at the rear.

The Porsche Design Studio, created by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche 35 years ago, has rapidly become a top international name for industrial design, luxury items, and consumer goods. Top-class functionality and esthetics glisten in the new “Porsche Design Edition 1” collection – in black or black matt, of course.

The Cayman S “Porsche Design Edition 1” standard equipment thus includes an elegant briefcase containing the Flat Six Chronograph, a pocket knife, a pair of sunglasses, a pen, and a key ring – all in black, even the knife blade, in keeping with the vehicle’s styling. The number of Cayman S “Porsche Design Edition 1” units is to be as exclusive as this series-production luxury package: only 777 are being built, and each will be identifiable from a badge on the lid of the glove box.

The market launch of this black Cayman with exclusive Porsche Design equipment, including briefcase, will begin in Germany in November 2007 and in the United States in January 2008. The base price is 58,600 Euros and, factoring in 19 percent value-added tax, the price in Germany will be 69,942 Euros.

[The_Canuck]

One more pic:

[Ferrer]

Those stripes look bad.

[Street_Dreamer]

Just a way of trying to boost Cayman sales, which we know are nowhere near Porsche's expectations? Hated the cayman before, but this is an improvement (but, as Ferrer said, bar the stripes)

[NSXType-R]

Very nice, they stick the Turbo wheels on it and call it a day. How lazy. :rolleyes:

I do like the overall look of it, but as others have said, the stripes look ugly. It doesn't even look like they've upped the power, if I'm correct.

But I do love the Cayman, so I guess it's okay in general.

[Gt1Street]

can i get these in supersize ?

[syko]

can i get these in supersize ?

Carwalls has them up to 1920x1200

[Duell]

can i get these in supersize ?

Carwalls has them up to 1920x1200

I can give you the 2500*1400 versions, but I think that someone with Porsche media access can get even bigger versions. :confused:

Matt ? or some else ?

[netburner]

Porsche’s Mid-Engined Sports Cars with New, Even More Fuel-Efficient Engines

Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is presenting the second generation of the mid-engined Boxster and Cayman sports cars for the first time at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The highlight of the new generation is of course the new flat-six boxer engines developed with new technical features from the ground up, providing not only more power, but also significantly greater fuel efficiency than their predecessors. A further improvement of both fuel economy and performance is guaranteed by the Porsche-Doppelkupplungsgetriebe or PDK for short, the new double-clutch gearbox.

Newly developed Boxer engines with even more power on even less fuel
Displacing 2.9 litres, the “basic“ engine develops 255 bhp (188 kW) in the Boxster and 265 bhp (195 kW) in the Cayman, an increase by 10 and, respectively, 20 horsepower over the preceding models. The 3.4-litre power unit in the S-versions, benefiting from Direct Fuel Injection, now delivers 310 bhp (228 kW) in the Boxster S and 320 bhp (235 kW) in the Cayman S, up by 15 and, respectively, 25 bhp. An outstanding power-to-weight ratio ranging from 4.2 kg (9.3 lb)/bhp on the Cayman S to 5.2 kg (11.5 lb)/bhp on the Boxster offers the driver maximum driving dynamics on minimum fuel. As a result, the Cayman S with PDK and Launch Control featured in the optional Sports Chrono Package accelerates to 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds, setting the benchmark in the range, while the Boxster with its six-speed manual gearbox featured as standard completes the same exercise in 5.9 seconds.

Featuring PDK, both the Boxster and the Cayman for the first time outperform the nine-litre consumption mark: Both models with the new 2.9-litre Boxer engine make do with 8.9 litres/100 kilometres (equal to 26.4 mpg US) according to the EU4 standard – 11 per cent less than the former models with Tiptronic S. Reducing fuel consumption by an even more significant 16 per cent to 9.2 litres/100 kilometres (equal to 25.5 mpg US), the 3.4-litre versions with PDK offer an even greater saving over their predecessors with Tiptronic S.

Roadster and Coupé with even more signs of distinction
The new two-seaters are clearly distinguishable from outside through their newly designed front and rear ends. The new halogen headlights with their integrated direction indicators are reminiscent of the lights on the Carrera GT, the new LED rear lights tapering out to the outside and integrated elegantly in the modified rear end of the car.

From the front the Roadster and Coupé differ clearly from one another through the distinctive design of their air intakes, from the rear through the new rear panels with diffuser inserts on the Boxster and a wind deflector plate on the Cayman.

The rod-shaped positioning lights in LED light conductor technology add a particular touch of class in terms of the cars’ looks, also through their horizontal arrangement in the outer air intakes. Yet a further highlight is provided by the foglamps featured as standard – rectangular in shape on the Boxster, round on the Cayman. For the first time both models are available with a Lights Package featuring bi-xenon headlights, dynamic curve lights and LED daytime driving lights. Replacing the foglamps, these light units are made up on the Boxster of four LEDs positioned next to one another, while on the Cayman four LEDs are arranged in round light units like the eyes of a dice.

PDK: shifting gears even more quickly, reducing fuel consumption by up to 16 per cent
All four sports cars are available for the first time with the Porsche-Doppelkupplungsgetriebe or PDK carried over directly from motorsport and replacing the former Tiptronic S. Equipped with the PDK double-clutch gearbox, the Roadster and Coupé accelerate to 100 km/h or 62 mph 0.1 seconds faster than with the manual six-speed gearbox now also featured on the “basic” models.
Acceleration is particularly fast and dynamic with one of the optional Sports Chrono Packages featuring Launch Control for maximum acceleration from a standing start and the Race Track Gearshift Strategy for the fastest conceivable gearshift as an exclusive highlight on the PDK models. Benefiting from Launch Control, the respective models accelerate from a standstill to 100 km/h or 62 mph yet another 2/10ths of a second faster.

The progress offered by PDK is even more impressive when it comes to fuel economy reduced by up to 16 per cent from the former figure on the first generation: According to the EU4 consumption standard, the Boxster and Cayman equipped with PDK consume just 8.9 litres/100 kilometres, equal to 26.3 mpg US, with the S-models offering almost the same level of economy at just 9.2 litres or 25.5 mpg US.

Dynamic suspension and supreme brakes
The suspension with its new set-up gives the new models a combination of even greater driving dynamics and enhanced comfort all in one. Modification of the valve control map on the steering transmission serves furthermore to reduce steering forces, giving the Boxster and Cayman even more agile and spontaneous steering behaviour.
The wheels come in new design and are half an inch wider on the “basic” models than in the past in order to accommodate the larger brake system of the S-models on the front axle. Both the Boxster and Cayman feature the latest generation of PSM Porsche Stability Management now offering two new functions: Brake Pre-Loading and the Brake Assistant. Whenever the driver lets go of the gas pedal very quickly – which is typical of an upcoming emergency braking manoeuvre – the PSM hydraulic control unit builds up an appropriate level of pressure on the wheel brakes before the driver even presses down the brake pedal, moving the brake pads slightly towards the discs for immediate action. This significantly improves brake response and shortens stopping distances accordingly. When recognising that the driver is braking in an emergency due to very fast operation of the brake pedal and a defined brake force, the PSM hydraulic control unit actively delivers the brake pressure required for maximum stopping power.

New audio and communication systems
Both the Boxster and the Cayman come as standard with the new CDR-30 CD radio boasting an easy-to-read five-inch monochromatic display and the ability to play MP3 CDs. New PCM Porsche Communication Management available as an option complete with hard disc navigation serves as the central control unit for all audio, communication and navigation features.

PCM is now even more versatile, efficient and a lot easier to use than before, standing out in particular through its control monitor enabling the driver to select specific functions simply by tipping the appropriate key and increased in size from 5.8 to 6.5 inches.

As an option PCM is available with highly convenient voice control and, in conjunction with the optional, universal audio interface, can now be used also to control external audio sources such as an iPod® or USB stick.
Last but not least, Porsche’s new two-seaters are available as an option with seat ventilation combined with seat heating on both the standard seats and the comfort seats with full or partial leather.

The new models are entering the market in February 2009. The base price of the Boxster in the Euro countries is Euro 38,600, the base price of the Cayman Euro 41,700. The corresponding prices of the Boxster S are Euro 46,700, of the Cayman S Euro 51,500. Including VAT and national specifications, the Boxster retails in Germany at Euro 46,142, the Cayman at Euro 49,831. The Boxster S, in turn, comes at a retail price of Euro 55,781, the Cayman S at Euro 61,493.

[netburner]

pics #2

[Ferrer]

Why is the Boxster less powerful than the Cayman?

[Suka]

Why is the Boxster less powerful than the Cayman?

Because the Cayman is one up from the Boxster? And one down from the Carrera?
I thought that's how it works.

[wwgkd]

It does cost less, and porsche is pretty anal about cost vs power. It may also be due to different intake and exhaust restrictions, although I don't see how the two different body types would have that big a difference in room constraints.

[Jack_Bauer]

I think the facelift is pretty decent. Not drastic, but definitely a subtle improvement.

Why is the PDK equipped car getting better economy figures than the manual? I would have thought the PDK would make the car heavier. Could it be due to the gear ratios used being more advantageous for the purposes of the standard economy tests than those in the manual box? I see no reason why a manual car couldn't match the consumption of a PDK car when driven appropriately.

[teatako]

I think the facelift is pretty decent. Not drastic, but definitely a subtle improvement.

Why is the PDK equipped car getting better economy figures than the manual? I would have thought the PDK would make the car heavier. Could it be due to the gear ratios used being more advantageous for the purposes of the standard economy tests than those in the manual box? I see no reason why a manual car couldn't match the consumption of a PDK car when driven appropriately.

I think it has to do with the fact a PDK car says something like : "Oh, you´re being light on the throttle? you seek fuel economy. The best fuel economy is achieved if I shift to second at 3256 rpm, 3198 to third" etc. and a human being will probably just shift around the "3" mark in the tachometer.

btw about the car, do want.

EDIT: a car talking is not really a fact, nor the shift points, it was just a way to put into words the idea.

[f6fhellcat13]

I think the facelift is pretty decent. Not drastic, but definitely a subtle improvement.

Why is the PDK equipped car getting better economy figures than the manual? I would have thought the PDK would make the car heavier. Could it be due to the gear ratios used being more advantageous for the purposes of the standard economy tests than those in the manual box? I see no reason why a manual car couldn't match the consumption of a PDK car when driven appropriately.

7 vs 6 cogs on the PDK and manual respectively. *shrugs*
like the new rear lights, front is just as boring as always.

[NSXType-R]

I think the facelift is pretty decent. Not drastic, but definitely a subtle improvement.

Why is the PDK equipped car getting better economy figures than the manual? I would have thought the PDK would make the car heavier. Could it be due to the gear ratios used being more advantageous for the purposes of the standard economy tests than those in the manual box? I see no reason why a manual car couldn't match the consumption of a PDK car when driven appropriately.

Yeah, the computer is more efficient at shifting than a person, and the extra gear always helps.

I really like the Porsche Cayman. It's like a mini Carrera GT, if you think of it that way.

[LeonOfTheDead]

I think the facelift is pretty decent. Not drastic, but definitely a subtle improvement.

Why is the PDK equipped car getting better economy figures than the manual? I would have thought the PDK would make the car heavier. Could it be due to the gear ratios used being more advantageous for the purposes of the standard economy tests than those in the manual box? I see no reason why a manual car couldn't match the consumption of a PDK car when driven appropriately.

besides the fact that the cpu knows better than us when to change gears, the dual clutch systems are designed so to shift without really a disengagement between the wheels and the engines, so there isn't a time when the engine is running without actually working anymore.
and this kind of gearbox is very compact thanks to the fact that the two shafts (one per each clutch) run one into the other. so it's possible to even save some weight if compared with an average manual gearbox.

[wwgkd]

besides the fact that the cpu knows better than us when to change gears, the dual clutch systems are designed so to shift without really a disengagement between the wheels and the engines, so there isn't a time when the engine is running without actually working anymore.
and this kind of gearbox is very compact thanks to the fact that the two shafts (one per each clutch) run one into the other. so it's possible to even save some weight if compared with an average manual gearbox.

I personally think it's awesome that there are so many automatics coming out with more effeciency and better acceleration than their manual counterparts. I'd still want the manual, but technology is awesome.

[Ferrer]

I personally think it's awesome that there are so many automatics coming out with more effeciency and better acceleration than their manual counterparts. I'd still want the manual, but technology is awesome.
Some autos have better fuel consumption due to having an extra very tall gear. Such as the Inifiniti G37.

In this case only in very favourable conditions will the auto actually use less fuel than manual.

[wwgkd]

Some autos have better fuel consumption due to having an extra very tall gear. Such as the Inifiniti G37.

In this case only in very favourable conditions will the auto actually use less fuel than manual.

True, and most of the time faster acceleration is through an available launch control or the increase in gears etc. But it is still being accomplished using computer controls that enable you to do things that would be less practical or impossible shifting by hand.

[LeonOfTheDead]

Some autos have better fuel consumption due to having an extra very tall gear. Such as the Inifiniti G37.

In this case only in very favourable conditions will the auto actually use less fuel than manual.

with this fake automatic gearbox (see electro-actuated), there is no reason why they should consume more fuel than a manual anymore.

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