Used Porsche 718 Cayman 2016-present reliability
Category: Sports car
The Porsche 718 Cayman is pricey, but it's beautifully built and a joy to drive. It’s one of our favourite sports cars
What should I look for in a used Porsche Cayman coupe?
This is a very sporty car and will therefore have been used enthusiastically from time to time. Check the bodywork carefully for any signs of damage. Look at the alloy wheels closely for kerb damage, as repairs will be costly.
The GTS 4.0 could be had with a less aggressive, more speedbump-friendly 10mm ride height reduction instead of the standard 20mm set-up. If you live in an area with lots of traffic calming measures, then this might be a worthwhile option to seek out.
What are the most common problems with a used Porsche Cayman coupe?
Airbag
There have been two recalls related to airbags. The first applies to early cars made up until 16 June 2016, and the second relates to cars built between 22 November 2017 and 25 April 2018 for the sensors that form part of the system. Find out from a Porsche dealer if your car is affected by either of these recalls.
Fuel lines
An issue with the fuel lines in the engine compartment of Caymans made between 17 July 2019 and 15 January 2020. Contact your local Porsche dealer for further information.
Is a used Porsche Cayman coupe reliable?
Good news. The 718 Cayman came top of the class in the coupe and convertible category in our most recent What Car? Reliability Survey.
Reliability rating 99.3%
Most common faults: Bodywork 6%
Average repair cost: £0
Typical time off road: 100% one day or less
The Porsche Boxster drop-top and its coupe brother the Cayman are both sensational to drive and extremely well-built. They come with a choice of powerful petrol engines and the option of a manual gearbox as well as the PDK automatic gearbox. Equally unusual for a sports car is the fact that they have two boots, one at the front and one at the rear, so they are a bit more practical than some rivals.
The Boxster and Cayman have been at or near the top of our sports car reliability chart for some years, demonstrating the long-term durability of the pair. In the latest survey, owners told us that just 6% of their cars went wrong, and the only area to give cause for concern was the bodywork.
Owners were kept happy because all fixes were carried out for free, and all work was completed in a day or less.
Owner’s view: “I really appreciate my car’s build quality and reliability.”
Porsche Boxster review / Porsche Cayman review
Porsche as a brand fared well. It came 21st out of 31 manufacturers featured – a respectable result considering it scored 90% while doing it.
If you would like to see the full reliability list, head to the What Car? Reliability Survey pages for more information.
