2023 Porsche 718 Spyder: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2023 Porsche 718 Spyder is a light-update year, led by wired Apple CarPlay becoming standard. Its engine, transmissions, chassis, body, and lightweight manual roof carry over.
About the 2023 Porsche 718 Spyder
982-generation 718 Spyder, introduced for 2020; 2023 is a late-cycle year before the regular 718 Spyder gives way to the Spyder RS for 2024.
Porsche positions the 718 Spyder as the open-top, most emotional version of the non-RS 718 roadster formula: a mid-engine sports car built around a high-revving naturally aspirated flat-six, a lightweight roof, and chassis hardware developed with clear motorsport influence. Its core appeal is not luxury or everyday convenience first; it is steering feel, engine sound, balance, and top-down involvement on real roads. That makes it distinct from rival convertibles that lean more toward comfort or straight-line speed.
Porsche positions the 718 Spyder as a focused open-top driver's car and the roadster counterpart to the Cayman GT4. Its signature hardware includes a 414-hp 4.0-liter flat-six, a lightweight manual roof, adaptive sport suspension lowered 30 mm, and Sport Seats Plus trimmed in leather and suede-like Race-Tex.
What changed, by category
2023 Porsche 718 Spyder specs and features by trim
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Engine | 6-Cyl, 4.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Manual, 6-Spd |
| Drivetrain | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| MPG City | 17 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 23 mpg |
| Horsepower | 414 hp |
| Torque | 309 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 4.2 cu-ft |
| Seats | 2 |
| Doors | 2 |
| Alarm System | |
| Automatic High Beams | |
| Park Assist | |
| 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 | |
Frequently asked questions
What is the main change to the 2023 Porsche 718 Spyder?
Wired Apple CarPlay is the main change for 2023. It becomes standard equipment in the car's touchscreen system, while the rest of the Spyder is largely unchanged.
Was the 2023 Porsche 718 Spyder redesigned?
No, the 2023 Porsche 718 Spyder was not redesigned. It remains part of the 982 generation introduced for 2020 and receives only a small standard-tech update for this year.
Did the 2023 Porsche 718 Spyder get a different engine or chassis?
No, its engine and chassis carry over. The 2023 model keeps the 414-hp 4.0-liter flat-six, rear-wheel drive, lowered adaptive suspension, and limited-slip rear differential.
Does the 2023 Porsche 718 Spyder still have a manual roof?
Yes, the 2023 Porsche 718 Spyder retains its lightweight manually operated roof. That roof remains part of the car's focused, weight-conscious design.
Is the 2023 Porsche 718 Spyder the same as the 2024 Spyder RS?
No, the 2023 718 Spyder is the regular 414-hp model, while the Spyder RS is a separate, more specialized version introduced for 2024.
2023 Porsche 718 Spyder Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2023 Porsche 718 Spyder.
Sources
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