2018 Porsche 718 Cayman GTS - Mid-Engine Perfection
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While the Porsche Cayman doesn't quite have the cult following of the 911 Carrera, its mid-engine layout has often been the configuration of choice for the most well balance sports car. Last year, Porsche added
"718" the Cayman and Boxster and replaced the howling flat-6 with a new turbocharged flat-4. The result is more power and lots of torque and a new unique sound that we haven't heard in a Porsche since the 718 race car back in the 1960's. With the GTS trim returning for 2018, it now puts out a stout 365 HP and 317 lb-ft of torque when opt for Porsche mind reading PDK transmission from its 2.5L turbo flat-4 cylinder engine. Enthusiast looking for the best handling sports car in the segment should look no further. - Auta a dopravní prostředky
Hey everyone! Thank you so much for watching. The love and support we've gotten from you all over the years is just incredibly overwhelming and we can't thank you all enough for your continued support! This video was one of the most difficult to film as we tried to remain objective throughout and not appear biased and hopefully we nailed that balance. It's an incredible car and we'll be sure to update you guys at least once a month and let you know of any issues, good or bad! Enjoy the full review, we leave tomorrow for LA to drive and film the refreshed 2019 Honda Pilot!
You deserve it!
My only question is reliability?
You spend that much then get an auto. Wow you’ve turned into a dipshit.
You're so welcome. I love your new toy; looks very bold and beautiful. Congrats!
Would like to hear how this car compares to Miata I know it's 3x the cost but still
If it was my car I’d spend a lot of time driving it but I’d also spend a lot of time just staring at it. 😳
Excuse I don’t know how I can buy a car like this and not strain my Eye Staring
Too bad the odds are against you ever owning a beautiful machine like Sofyan’s. Have fun with your Corolla😅
@@buba4267 you're parents must have never believed in you huh...
Indeed
@@buba4267 I'm 28 and my first car is a Corvette C7. Anything is possible if you work hard, smart, and save.
Great review. I have a 2018 911 GT3 which I traded in for 981 Boxster GTS which I had for 4 years.
For everyday driving, I would take the 718 GTS over the GT3 hands down. You're not missing out too much with Apple Car Play.
Also never think that 718 is less of a Porsche because it's not a 911, it simply not true! If it has a Porsche badge it a true Porsche. Also the same deal with the flat 4 vs the flat 6. The 981 GTS has a better flat 6 note, but those 718 turbos kick you in the nuts each time, so it makes up for it.
The boxer engines love to rev!! Enjoy your new toy, it will be the best car you will ever own.
Congrats and enjoy your Porsche.
White on black wheels always looks great.
darknight160 yellow on black is the shit
@@ezeo.7315 more like a taxi cab
DBOSS VLOGS lol not really
Eze O. I agree
best car reviewer out there you can tell the attention to detail and effort is really there when he has a backup microphone!
I picked up my new Cayman 718 GTS one month ago (May 7th 2019) and LOVE it... Just put over 5K miles on it with no problems in just under four weeks... This U Tube video help me decide on my purchase... Thanks for your Outstanding review!!! Keep up the hard work and your great reviews!!!... Note: I'm going for another 5K Porsche trip in three weeks!!! My car will not gather dust in the garage!!! I describe my 718 GTS as it's like driving a high performance motorcycle when it comes to acceleration and braking similar to my K1600 motorcycle, but its nice to stay comfy inside vice outside... The handling is off the charts, best car I've ever had... The new Cayman GT4 with the new 6 cylinder will definitely be on my radar around 2022, but I have no regrets with the Cayman GTS, NONE... I had one long single day drive putting 1300 miles on my Cayman and averaged 27mpg / 79 mph!!! I'm 6'1" tall, 220 lbs, but the leg room is perfect for my long legs, no aches or pains in my back after this long drive... Love, LOVE IT!!
Do you still feel the same way? I'm looking to buy one!
LMFAO OMG I just love it when you test cars with shocking acceleration that makes you start cursing... 😂😂😂. My favorite reaction of yours was definitely the Acura NSX which made you cuss then get quiet for a few minutes. Priceless! You better not ever stop doing reviews lol... One of my favorite video journalists ever!
Brilliant using a backup mic. Always good to be prepared. Too many CZcamsrs will have their A/V cut out in the middle of a video and get screwed lol.
We've learned the hard way several times! lol
The anti-hellcat, it puts the power down, which is so impressive. That engine note is great for what it is. Happy to live vicariously for a few minutes, congrats Sofyan.
Still remember when you used to have that raggedy old Accord V6 you used to make videos on, man you've come a long way!
Finally, a truly comprehensive review of a 718 GTS and all it's options for people shopping for this car. From the heated/cool seats to the hidden heated steering wheel button, there are numerous details that invaluable when you're looking at all the options Porsche offers.
It's a noticeably different type of review when one purchase it as their own car vs. press fleet. Great job. And congratulations on the purchase. You've come a long ways from the Focus ST "I would own something like this" review.
Well deserved Sofyan, congrats! You always come through with stellar reviews. Keep them coming!
Best review I've seen of the 718. Great job. I'm glad you didn't mind the engine sound, as everyone else makes such a big deal about it while it actually sounds just fine. I've driven one of these myself, and found the engine sound pleasant. You did a great job of showing all the details about this car, and is helping me make up my mind on what I'm going to get.
Another great review made even more enjoyable knowing that you are reviewing your own car that just happens to be a Porsche!
Congrats on getting your dream car and great review as always! And thanks for showing the reverse lights along with the break lights as well
Nice car but jeeze! They charge you for everything! Are the gas and brake pedals standard 😳😳
When you are buying a premium brand car like Porsche, you have to accept that they are not building cars for the masses like Ford or Toyota. They are building cars for a clientele that want's to personalize nearly everything. The 'base' car is kind of like a blank canvas to express yourself on. They do go a bit overboard on the amount of options they offer. . .
Brian D. I understand that and love that you can customize this car completely to your liking, but it's just so damn expensive. They charge you hundreds to thousands for everything.
Lol. You gotta pay extra for the clutch pedal.
Anton Zuykov lmao! I wouldn't be surprised😭
upload2014 Dis ain't for poor people yo
Congrats on the new car!
Brilliant review. I loved the launch control scenes. This is the best car review channel. Period.
I own a 718 boxster in China and absolutely love it. Because I own this car, I've seen every 718 review on CZcams and hands down - this is the best review out there! I crack up every time you put the pedal down! Lol. Great job,
Is China going to be on ww3 off topic
Ww3? Not sure what you mean JM.
@@jmar621 off topic ww3 world war 3
John Mcclane what an obnoxious question
Wow I'm so happy for you! What a beautiful car! Totally fits you, you seriously deserve it!
Congrats having the opportunity to own and drive your dream car, love the channel. Thank you!
First off - this dude sounds EXACTLY like Josh Flagg from Million Dollar Listings! 😂 Secondly by far the best most informative video on CZcams about the 718 I’ve found after buying mine. Long enough to give all the useful information but not so long like others dribbling on and on, great job man! 🤙
Never thought I would get popcorn, coffee and get cozy in couch just to watch a car review. It's amazing how good your review actually is. Keep up the good work!
Congrats on the new ride Sofyan! Love to see enthusiasts get to drive their dream cars. It's like watching magic unfold before your eyes. The car suits you very much. Enjoy it my friend!
Loved the launch control! Fantastic!
Love your unedited “seat-of-the-pants” review of the capabilities and performance of the GTS. I’m sold. Thank you!
Absolutely awesome video. You can tell you're a real enthusiast. Seeing the joy you have driving it is just so much fun to watch. Your face on that first "launch control" was just so joyful. Thanks for sharing this video. So many people hate on the sound of the GTS but I have had an STI and Two WRX's so I'm used to the Boxer sound. I would love to have the 6cyl but was not going to pay over 100K. Great vid.
Brilliant review mate. So thorough, thank so much mate. I just bought a Cayman S 2018 (2.5l), very happy with it. Happy and safe driving.
My man, finally a proper 718 GTS review. Enjoying my one though mileage only at 860 so got some way to go before I can hit the Readline
The face you make and things you say when you are more than satisfied with your purchase.... 26:16🤑🤯😎😎😎 congrats on your purchase. Best car review channel.
Great video. People always want time spent on the exterior of the car, especially if they're considering buying one. Everything is very informative. Keep up the great videos.
In love with the GTS. Drove one that looked exactly like yours. Congrats.
Liked and Subbed. This is a genuinely enjoyable review. Detailed in a way that most people would appreciate, particularly those who will probably never be able to buy one. Well done.
Very good review! Well done mate! I've got my 718 Boxster GTS last week. Loving it!
Li Wan that’s a good car. It just needs more power, which would cost a ton of $$ to do
I just bought one today, you really nailed this review. Thank you
Just bought a low mileage (3K) 2018 base Cayman. Couldn't imagine the performance upgrade the GTS option affords. The 300 horse model is more than enough fun for the street. These are simply BRILLIANT cars. Great video too BTW.
Once you drive a Porsche, you will find that the continuous smiles & hysteric laughters comes as a standard with their cars. Best heavenly feeling on earth.
You always give the best review videos. Keep it up!!! From your loyal fan.
Well earned reward! Great car!
This car is a sign ur killing it brother! Congrats!!!
Russ Freed Good credit can get you a nice car for a low lease price. Soyfan isn't rich.. just smart.
Mr Nobody I know I know..
Brilliant Review! - Ordered mine and arriving in JUNE! - Cannot WAIT!
Outstanding review as always. really looking forward to the follow up evaluations and the day to day experiences.
Congrats on the beautiful 718 Cayman! Looks like a wonderful and amazing sports car. I hope I'll be able to get my dream car one day - 911 Turbo S.
One can notice as you speak kindly about this vehicle that you're a very proud Porsche owner, as you should be. Congrats on your car man, it's an amazing & manly toy.
Congratulations bro , you have bought your dream car , i hope soon i will too
This is such a thorough review I love it thank you
Awesome choice Sofyan! That is also my dream car! For the money, a good balance of affordability, performance and livability in a sports car. It might not be a straight six but who cares. The speed and handling make you forget that anyways. Great review and keep up the great work! Your reviews IMO are the best on youtube! :)
Great review, answered all the great questions
I love the way he said "It's a lease" you can tell he's gonna drive the piss outta it, grats sofy!
What an incredible review! Subbed!
This is absolutely amazing!
So glad to see you’re enjoying your new car
You young fellas are so funny. Launch control. Back in the day we mashed the gas, lifted the brake pedal and off you went. Sometimes sideways but it was fun.
Good for you getting your dream car, I’m sure you worked very hard for it, I do prefer the sound of the flat 6 myself, but that 4 definitely sounds better than a Subaru. I saw your review of the 2014 Fiesta ST and went out and bought one, it has 68,000+ miles on it and it’s still running strong, I’m on my 4th set of tires already that’s how much I love it, it puts the biggest smile on my face when I hit the Sport Mode button. Keep up the awesome reviews, your the best one out there. The Fiesta Flash. 🤙🏼
Best review of the Cayman I've seen on CZcams
Getting this week my new to me 2018 GTS in Carmine red with all the bells and whistles!!
An excellent and most informative presentation. Thank you 😊
This may be the most anticipated car review of my life....my favorite car and my favorite reviewer! I love how you addressed the sound of the flat 4. I think it sounds great. Also, as a lifelong driver of manuals, this is probably the only sports car I'd own with an auto. Excellent review!
I have the burmisester in my 17 GTS macan and love it. also have a 17 718S miami blue, chalk int, chron, yellow gauges and belts,loaded car...love that 2! good review!
I love to see how happy you are! I had to have my own to!
Porsche sports cars puts the power down so well. Thanks to its engine placement, you can floor the accelerator with confidence and not worry about wheel spin or loss of control. Once you get in one of these, you'll think front engine "sports car" are a joke. Front engine cars make the rear so light, its impossible to put 100% of the power down without wheel spin.
they actually *FIXED* the orientation of the +/- shift in the manual gate -- pulling back SHOULD be an upshift and pushing forward a downshift. Porsche had this wrong for many years and fixed it on the 991.1 GT3 and now the correction has trickled down to the carrera/boxster/cayman range.
It's how sequential gearbox shift levers are in race cars. When you're accelerating and being pushed back into your seat, it's more ergonomic to pull back on the lever rather than push forward.
Nice review!
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I was a passenger in one the weekend.. awesome car.. The white does look amazing on the shape
Great review. I enjoyed watching it.
That car looks like a blast! Congrats!
Very thorough review. Covers lots of details that other reviews do not. Had to chuckle at the sunroof comment, though. The Cayman does indeed come with a sunroof option: Porsche calls it "Boxster".
This is the best car for the money hands down. Just look at the excitement from every driver!
Outstanding video!!
You've provided a tremendous amount of insight into this, truly a great car.
Please keep up the great work.
I've learned alot about this car and always wondered how the flat four would fair amongst flat six enthusiasts.
After seeing this, heating your opinions and being able to hear the note, at least on your vid, I doubt I would have any issues or anything else with the flat four.
What I'm wondering now is if the four cylinder configuration allows for a bit more room in the bay. Seems like it would.
Thank you again for sharing and stay safe!
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this video makes me so happy! thank you!
I love love love the 718 Cayman GTS, including the sound of the flat 4. I don't understand why every so called enthusiast has been bitching about it. People just want to complain about something even though they will never own one. I think it sounds awesome, especially when you're revving it up, and it definitely performs better than the previous model. I definitely plan to buy one of these in the next few years. Anyway, it's been almost a year, we need more 718 content!
Really enjoy your review. Congrats.
My friend you deserve every gram of that Porche I’m happy to see you driving your dream car
i want one of these in Miami Blue...Wow, what a color.
The Cayman GTS is a phenomenal car. Ignore the fact it isn't a showstopper in terms of raw power; it has plenty to make it an absolute blast to drive. If anyone has driven a 2016 or earlier cayman with the NA engines, this car feels much different with the improved power band. I previously had a 2016 Cayman GTS which we put a lot of miles on cruising the coast, and a couple track days. I have not owned a 718 but did a track day in one and was blown away by how great it drove. Do not get sucked in by the allure of the "supercar 911's". I have a new 911 Turbo S now and I can honestly say I had more fun driving around town in the Cayman(much more playful), and on the back roads or track it's just more enjoyable spending a little more time in the gears focusing on technique. 911 is an amazing car, but Cayman owners are enjoying their cars just as much if not more. If all you care about is drag racing... then go get some enormous-go-straight-american-hotrod.
Sure, the 718 is sharper, but the engine note for me was a disappointment. Had the ecu of my 981 Cayman S remapped to 364hp, 420Nm, 0-100km/h 3.89sec. Believe me, it's now a beast. Pulls like the clappers from 3500rpm to redline, with the legendary Porsche wail. I laugh during and after every drive
... The best $1900 option Porsche never included! All on stock air filters, inlet and exhaust manifolds.
Solid review. I know you decided to sell yours.
I recently bought a 2018 with 20k miles on it. The PADM failed immediately after I drove it off the lot, but fortunately the dealer is repairing it. I'm really looking forward to living with the car and getting it on the track. It's my first Porsche.
Keep us updated on repairs and maintenance costs. Although since you bought it new, most of those costs are probably covered in the first few years.
xuimod absolutely! We won’t sugar coat anything. Hoping this car surprises us with not needing any warranty claimed repairs during our time with it!
Been waiting for this!
Congrats! You definitely deserve it. 👍🏻
A great sports car indeed. Mine came with Alcantara as standard in the GTS.
Had a 981 Boxster S with the flat six. My new Cayman GTS sounds different but
I absolutely have no problem with the crackle and pop of this new flat four! Love it.
Serge Beaulieu I cant stand the crackle and pop. So artificial I cancelled my purchase of a 718 GTS. Just terrible.
thank you that was the first review I actually got to hear the engine compared to my 987, it really reminds me of my old Honda from the 90's with intake/exhaust. Definietly an angry 4 cylinder, love the flat-6 sound but this isn't bad and reminds me of my youth.
One day I’ll have this in my garage. Bought my first car about 5 months ago, ‘19 Miata RF. Absolutely love it, I can’t imagine having a Cayman GTS. I’d end up marrying it.
Another great review. Big fan
The exact color combination I would get. Great taste and nice ride.
Gdamn that car is beautiful! Glad you are enjoying it.
Well you convinced me, I have been thinking of getting one of these for a while. After watching this I phoned the Porsche garage to make an appointment, going in a couple of days to order a GTS in Lava orange. I had an f-type but didn’t like it due to the bad build quality and cheap interior, great sound but that was about it.
Congrats great looking car
Nice video! Please please take this to the track and let it shine.
One of the best sports cars for under $100k!!!
barely/easily specs up to 120,000
Hunter Wolfe
Yea with all the useless shit porche gives ya .
Yeah it's okay. I mean, it's nowhere near as good as a 1.8l Toyota Corolla in terms of sporty performance and driving dynamics, but the Porsche is definitely second best... which is still a good position.
@@hunterwolfe6295most examples I saw while buying my 981 GTS (I had a 718S, I kinda went backwards rather than forwards). Were only around 120 Canadian.
Okay maybe shouldn’t say easily ...I have 718 .. a lot are 80 to 90 . If order one u can push it over a 100k
Excellent video.
Congrats on the car!
Yoo , love your choice to get this after the miata ! Awesome!
Good review. My Cayman S will be delivered in December. It's a long time to wait, but you get it optioned exactly the way you want it. I also went with the PDK - better use of the power, quicker shifts and 'cause traffic.
Lovely review
I think the love affair with the 911 is more associated with history and heritage. I know that is one of the things I love about mine. Although, mid -engine design is king.(Corvette is coming with a mid-engine, cool!)
Have great respect for your reviewing skills, its not easy to do, I reviewed the 718 Cayman last week and agree with most of what you say, I wish I could get 40k views in 2 days !!
hey roger bailey nice channel man
cool
Bantom The hey thanks
Roger, you and redline are always reviews i watch
Eric Ocasio thats great to hear !
I have the exact same car in Carrara White Metallic (my 4th Cayman - had a 987, a 987.2, and a 981 previously). Your review is spot-on and exactly how I would have reviewed it.
This car is so beautiful 😍😍
Congrats my dude:)
I'm really surprised you went PDK. I've watched a ton of your reviews, and you always seem so pro manual!
What's your lease payment? I'm looking at one too.