2024 Porsche 718 Cayman: Price, Safety & Specifications
— NHTSA, EPA, AAA, RepairPal
The 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman falls below average for fuel cost among premium Coupes. NHTSA has no recall campaigns on file for this vehicle.
- Starting MSRP
- $68,300 - $160,700
- EPA Combined MPG
- 24 MPG
- Est. Annual Fuel Cost
- $2,900 per year
- EPA GHG Score
- 5 / 10
- Recalls on File
- No recalls on file
- EPA: vs Avg Vehicle
- $5,500 more over 5 yrs
- Est. Monthly Cost (with fuel)
- $1,071 per month
- Est. Cost per Mile (with fuel)
- $0.56
- Brand Origin
- Germany
The 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman is a Coupe priced from $68,300 to $160,700 across 5 trims. Below is the data on what that performance costs to buy, fuel, insure, and maintain.
- Fuel cost $684 per year above premium Coupes average
- Avg repair cost $495 per year above Coupe average
- Zero recalls on file (Coupe average: 0.9)
2024 Porsche 718 Cayman at a Glance
Published crash-test coverage is incomplete for the 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman, and the currently available data does not surface a clear advantage over similar coupes. The main caution is that reliability is a weak spot.
- ownership cost
Strengths in the data
- AAA estimates $9,956 per year in non-fuel ownership costs for the Small Sedan class, including insurance ($1,572), maintenance ($1,786), and depreciation ($3,462).
Cautions in the data
- Crash-test coverage is incomplete: NHTSA and IIHS data is not available for this model yet.
- Reliability is weak by current standards: RepairPal 2.5/5.
- Fuel cost is a real drawback here: Above-average fuel cost among gas Coupes.
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A strong NHTSA score is a good starting point. IIHS testing adds scenarios NHTSA does not cover, including the small-overlap crash that accounts for a significant share of real-world fatalities.
A strong crash test result tells you the vehicle was well-engineered for collisions. The recall record tells you whether any defects have been found after production began.
Does the 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman Have Any Recalls?
As of the data shown, NHTSA has not issued any recall campaigns for the 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman. The average for Coupes is 0.9 campaigns. Source: NHTSA.
No recalls on file with NHTSA
What Do 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman Owners Report to NHTSA?
NHTSA complaint data is not available for the 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman. This does not mean there are no complaints. The model may not yet be tracked in the NHTSA database.
Source: NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. Data last refreshed 2026-04-16.
Performance comes at a cost, and fuel is part of it. The EPA data below shows what the 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman's horsepower-to-efficiency trade-off looks like in dollars per year.
What Is the 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman Fuel Economy?
The 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman achieves up to 24 combined MPG according to EPA testing, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,900. That is $684 more per year than the $2,216 average for premium Coupes. EPA estimates are based on standardized laboratory tests. Source: EPA (fueleconomy.gov).
| Trim | Combined | City | Highway | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base | 24 MPG | 21 | 27 | $2,900 per year |
| Style Edition | 24 MPG | 21 | 27 | $2,900 per year |
| S | 24 MPG | 21 | 27 | $2,900 per year |
| GTS 4.0 | 24 MPG | 21 | 27 | $2,900 per year |
| GT4 RS | 24 MPG | 21 | 27 | $2,900 per year |
Estimated 5-year fuel cost is $14,500 based on EPA data.
The most efficient trim ranks in the top 1% for fuel cost within its EPA vehicle class.
Performance vehicles often carry higher insurance premiums due to their power and repair costs. AAA estimates the full ownership cost below, including depreciation and maintenance.
What Does the 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman Cost to Own?
Estimated 5-year total ownership cost for the 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman ranges from $115,650 to $228,480 depending on trim, based on AAA's Your Driving Costs study for the Small Sedan class. This includes insurance, maintenance, depreciation, registration, and financing. These are class averages, not specific to this model. Source: AAA.
| Maintenance | $1,786 per year |
|---|---|
| Insurance | $1,572 per year |
| Depreciation | $3,462 per year |
| Registration & Taxes | $613 per year |
| Financing | $854 per year |
| Total (excluding fuel) | $9,956 per year |
| Cost per mile | $0.56 per mile |
Performance trims often add significant horsepower at significant cost. The table below shows how power, fuel economy, and price scale across all 5 options.
How Do the 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman Trims Compare?
With 5 trims priced from $68,300 to $160,700, the 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman offers a range of equipment levels. All trims use a Gasoline powertrain. MSRP figures below do not include destination, taxes, or dealer fees.
| Trim | Base MSRP | Combined MPG | Est. Annual Fuel Cost | Horsepower | Curb Weight | Est. 5-Year Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base | $68,300 | 24 MPG | $2,900 per year | 300 hp | 3,040 lbs | $115,650 |
| Style Edition | $74,600 | 24 MPG | $2,900 per year | 300 hp | 3,040 lbs | $121,950 |
| S | $80,300 | 24 MPG | $2,900 per year | 350 hp | 3,086 lbs | $143,830 |
| GTS 4.0 | $95,200 | 24 MPG | $2,900 per year | 394 hp | 3,166 lbs | $160,230 |
| GT4 RS | $160,700 | 24 MPG | $2,900 per year | 493 hp | 3,227 lbs | $228,480 |
View full trim timeline (2024–2025)
| Trim | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Base | $68,300 24 MPG | $72,800 24 MPG |
| Style Edition | $74,600 24 MPG | $79,200 24 MPG |
| S | $80,300 24 MPG | $84,800 24 MPG |
| GTS 4.0 | $95,200 24 MPG | $99,700 24 MPG |
| GT4 RS | $160,700 24 MPG | $164,200 24 MPG |
Compare Trim Costs
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Your driving & financing
Once you have settled on a trim, long-term dependability becomes the deciding factor. The section below shows the third-party reliability rating currently available.
How Reliable Is the 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman?
RepairPal rates the 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman at 2.5 out of 5.0 for reliability, below average for premium Coupes. This may mean higher repair frequency or more costly repairs over time. Source: RepairPal.
Reliability data tells you what to expect. Warranty coverage tells you what Porsche will fix for free if something goes wrong within the covered period.
What Warranty Does the 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman Come With?
Porsche provides the following warranty coverage for the 2024 718 Cayman. Coverage periods start from the original purchase date and vary by component. Source: manufacturer-published warranty terms.
| Basic Warranty | 4yr/50k |
|---|---|
| Powertrain Warranty | 4yr/50k |
| Corrosion Warranty | 12yr/unlimited |
| Roadside Assistance | 4yr/50k |
What Are the 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman Specs?
Core specifications for the 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman as reported by the manufacturer. Figures may vary by trim, option packages, and production date. Source: manufacturer data.
EPA vehicle class: Sports compact car
| Engine | 2L flat 4, 2.5L flat 4, 4L flat 6 |
|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 - 493 hp |
| Power-to-Weight | 197.4 - 305.6 hp per ton |
| Price per HP | $228 - $326 |
| Torque | 280 - 331 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual, 7-speed automated manual |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel Type | premium unleaded (required) |
| Fuel Tank | 14.2 - 16.9 gal |
| Est. Range per Tank | 341 - 406 miles per tank (EPA combined) |
| Length | 172.4 - 175.4 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 70.9 - 71.7 in |
| Height | 49.9 - 51.0 in |
| Wheelbase | 97.4 - 97.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,040 - 3,227 lbs |
That is the complete data picture for the 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman. Performance vehicles carry trade-offs in fuel cost and insurance that the data above quantifies. Data is refreshed periodically.
Data coverage & source links
The following data categories are not yet available for the 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman: NHTSA has not yet published crash test results for this vehicle. IIHS has not yet tested this vehicle for crashworthiness. Learn how we collect, verify, and present vehicle data.
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2024 Porsche 718 Cayman FAQ
Which 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman trim has the lowest ownership cost?
Among 5 available trims, the Base has the lowest estimated five-year ownership cost at $115,650, starting at $68,300 MSRP. The most expensive trim to own is about $228,480. See the full trim comparison table above for a side-by-side breakdown.
What vehicles compete with the 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman?
Vehicles similar to the 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman in price and segment include 2024 Lexus RC, 2024 Dodge Charger, and 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE. The Lexus RC is the closest in price (starting at $44,770, 22-25 MPG). Each has its own fact sheet with EPA, NHTSA, IIHS, and cost data for comparison. Browse all 2024 Coupes.
How much does a 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman cost per month to own?
Excluding your car payment, estimated monthly costs for the 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman include about $830 for insurance, maintenance, depreciation, and fees, plus roughly $242 for fuel. That puts non-payment running costs around $1,072 per month. These are estimates based on AAA class averages and EPA fuel data. Actual costs depend on your driving, location, and coverage.
Where is Porsche based?
Porsche is headquartered in Germany. Brand origin reflects where the company is based, not where individual vehicles are assembled. Many Porsche vehicles sold in the U.S. are built at domestic or international plants.
What other Porsche models are available for 2024?
Porsche offers multiple models for 2024. Our Porsche models page lists every available Porsche vehicle with safety ratings, fuel costs, and ownership data.
How much horsepower does the 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman have?
The 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman offers up to 493 horsepower in its top trim. Horsepower varies by trim and powertrain option. See the trim comparison table above for a side-by-side view of power, fuel economy, and price across all 5 configurations.
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Data on this page is compiled from government agencies and independent research organizations. It is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, purchasing, or safety advice. Verify all data with the original source before making decisions.