“I initially drove a Maserati Ghibli and that car was fun to drive and actually pretty comfortable. I threw the practicality of a 4-door sedan out the window for a car that would scratch the performance itch I desired. And the Cayman really blew my expectations out of the water. For a sports car that's not too expensive (50-80k used), it really packs a punch when driving.”
2019 Porsche 718 Cayman: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The main change for the 2019 Porsche 718 Cayman is that its smartphone integration interface became standard. Otherwise, this is a quiet carryover year with the same Base, S, and GTS lineup and no redesign or mechanical update.
About the 2019 Porsche 718 Cayman
982 generation (third Cayman generation), introduced for 2017; 2019 is the third model year, pre-facelift, before the 2020 Cayman T/GT4 additions and before the 2021 standard-equipment upgrade.
Porsche positions the 718 Cayman as a compact mid-engine sports coupe built around balance, precision, and driver involvement rather than sheer size or luxury. Its big advantage over front-engine rivals is the centered weight distribution and quick steering feel that come with the mid-engine layout, while the hatchback body and two luggage compartments make it easier to live with than many weekend sports cars. It is the closed-roof counterpart to the Boxster: tighter, quieter, and focused on the act of driving.
The 2019 lineup ranges from the balanced 300-hp Base coupe to the stronger 350-hp S and the more focused 365-hp GTS. Base and S models have a 7-inch touchscreen and front and rear parking sensors with a rearview camera, while the GTS adds adaptive suspension, a mechanical rear differential lock, sport exhaust, and 20-inch wheels.
What changed, by category
Tech
The smartphone integration interface changed from optional to standard across the lineup.
2019 Porsche 718 Cayman specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Manual, 6-Spd | Manual, 6-Spd | Manual, 6-Spd |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 20 mpg | 19 mpg | 21 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 26 mpg | 25 mpg | 28 mpg |
| Horsepower | 350 hp | 365 hp | 300 hp |
| Torque | 309 lb-ft | 309 lb-ft | 280 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 9.7 cu-ft | 9.7 cu-ft | 9.7 cu-ft |
| Seats | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||
| Alarm System | |||
| Automatic High Beams | |||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| LED Headlights | |||
| Rear Spoiler | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Satellite Radio | |||
| Smartphone Interface | |||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | |||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||
| Wood Interior Trim | |||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2019 Porsche 718 Cayman compared with the 2018 model?
The smartphone integration interface became standard for 2019. The Base, S, and GTS trims otherwise carried over without an identified engine, transmission, chassis, safety, or styling update.
Was the 2019 Porsche 718 Cayman redesigned?
No, the 2019 Porsche 718 Cayman was not redesigned. It remained part of the 982 generation introduced for 2017, with the same basic body, chassis, and turbocharged four-cylinder engine lineup.
What engines are in the 2019 Porsche 718 Cayman lineup?
The 2019 Base model has a 300-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. The S has a 350-hp 2.5-liter turbo four, and the GTS uses a 365-hp version of the 2.5-liter engine.
What makes the 2019 Porsche 718 Cayman GTS different from the Base and S?
The 2019 GTS combines 365 hp with more performance-focused standard equipment. It has adaptive suspension lowered by 10 mm, a mechanical rear differential lock with torque vectoring, Sport Chrono drive modes, sport exhaust, 20-inch wheels, and sport seats with Alcantara centers.
Is there a 2019 Porsche 718 Cayman T?
No, there is no 2019 Porsche 718 Cayman T. The Cayman T joined the range for the 2020 model year.
2019 Porsche 718 Cayman Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2019 Porsche 718 Cayman.
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