PORSCHE CAYMAN S 2012 2.G Information Manual

The new Cayman

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The new Cayman models 6
Cayman concept 8
Design 12
Engineering 20
The new Cayman 22
The new Cayman S 24
Drive 26
Engine 28
Tra n s m i ssi o n 42
Chassis 48
Safety and environment 66
Safet y 68
E n v i r o n m e n t 74
Interior 78
Interior and comfort 80
Audio and communication 94
Personalisation 104
Factory collection 125
Panorama 126
Summary 128
Technical data 130
Index 134

The law of inertia: Never a dull moment.
The New Cayma N moDel S.

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There are some laws that we simply
cannot avoid. The laws of physics, for
example. That ’s not to say that we have
to accept them. Of course, we could
refuse to respect them and we could
choose to ignore them. On the other
hand, we could study them, test them
and redefine their limits. This is exactly
what we did and, in doing so, we discov -
ered a new law: the code of the curve.
The code is purposefully enacted by
a sports car that eschews the more conventional principles of automobile
construction and interprets passion for
the sports car in an innovative way:
with a compelling mid-engine concept,

which provides a low centre of gravit y
for a balanced and precise driving
experience
and, like any Porsche, offers
im
proved performance at the same time
as enhanced efficiency. This concept
is combined with innovative technologies
and an intelligent lightweight construction
for the optimum
power-to-weight ratio.
The chassis focuses
on delivering power to the road and the
most exhilarating
place of all – the corner.
The look is
unmistakable, with every line and every
edge striving for
wards. The ergonomic
interior is complemented by a roomy
luggage space. After all, sport y driving
is an entirely practical concept.
The new Cayman models. Built according
to our own st yle and with respect for the
code of the curve.
For fuel consumption, CO
2 emissions and efficiency class, please refer to page 131.
Curves have a code of their own.
a nd you have your own identity.

Cayman concept.
The new Cayman models |
Cayman concept

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The new Cayman models |
Design
e xterior.
Character, profile and a clear point of view.
These values have been encoded in the
Cayman genes since the very beginning.
Aesthetically, they have evolved to find
a precisely st yled expression defined by
sculpted lines and edges, sleek wheel arches, short overhangs, taut proportions
and a classic silhouet te.
The front is dominated by the prominent
wings for which
Porsche is renowned,
and features rest yled headlights inspired
by the Porsche racing heritage of the 1960s and 1970s. With its large and

dynamic air intakes, the front end rein -
forces the car’s powerful demeanor.
For the Cayman slats in the exterior
colour of the vehicle lend structure
for the Cayman S however, the black
air intakes and front spoiler, in the same colour as the exterior, accentuate
the car’s sport y nature.
The circular
front light units integrated in
the air
intakes are a classic feature of
Cayman
styling and incorporate LED daytime
running lights and position lights for
active safety. Precise edges stretch backwards along
the roof to the rear. In conjunction with
the wide track, the effect is a sculpted

and honed physique. Imposing wings

lend prominence to the wheels. The wide
brake light is an integral feature of the
large rear screen.
The rear wing is more than a stunning
eye-catcher. It deploys automatically
at
120 km/ h (74 mph) and its effective
aerodynamic surface area has been
enlarged, reducing lift
to improve contact
with the road and heighten driving pleas -
ure
at the limits of sport y performance.
Forward thinking.

Design.

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Design
(dual-tube on the Cayman S) adds the
powerful finishing touch.
Compared with the previous model, the
wheelbase of the new Cayman has been
extended by 60 mm, the wheels are larger
Retracted, the spoiler separation edge
of the rear wing makes a seamless transi -
tion to the LED taillights. The integrated
direction indicators are narrow and in
line with the wing. The rear apron with
centrally framed stainless-steel tailpipe and the silhouet te is sleeker. The result is
a more dynamic effect on the eye –
and on the road. The side windows are

narrow. If you wish, you can highlight their
contours with the optional trim strips
in a high-gloss finish. The forward-shifted windscreen coupled with the roofline that
extends far into the rear accentuate the
taut appearance of the exterior design.
The exterior mirrors are mounted directly
on the doors for impressive aerodynamics
and low wind noise. Air intake channels,
wheel arches and the roof are clearly

accentuated. The design of the doors gives
emphasis to the Cayman profile and the dynamic contouring improves airflow

to the side air intakes for the purpose
of cooling and supplying oxygen to this
athlete’s beating heart: the boxer engine.
Where the new Cayman models want
to go is clear at first glance. Every line
and every technical detail is focused

in one direction: forwards. Every aspect
tells a story – of character and perfor -
mance.

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Interior.
Creating an uncompromising sports car
takes conviction. Giving it an unmistaka-
ble design takes flair. Driving a car like
this takes both – as well as an interior
that helps the driver to concentrate on

the essentials.
In the new Cayman, this has been made
possible by a newly developed and clearly
presented interior architecture that gives
a feeling of open space and offers plent y
of freedom of movement around the low-
positioned standard Sports seats. At the
centre of this development is the driver.
An imposing feature of the interior is the
redesigned ascending centre console. We believe that the gear lever should be

positioned close to the steering wheel to
enable fast, sporty and ergonomic gear -
shifts. It ’s just one of many principles
that we’ve transferred from the racetrack
to the road. As you would expect, the
ignition lock is on the right. The three-
spoke sports steering falls per fectly
to
hand. Behind it are the three central
circular instruments, which give you
all the important information you need.
The new and generously proportioned
luggage compartment is located under -
neath the wide rear screen. The large
rear hatch above the exquisitely st yled
luggage compartment has a wide opening
angle. The luggage protection bar is
finished in brushed aluminium just like the
inlay bet ween the upper and rear luggage
spaces. Storage compartments on both
sides of the cabin offer additional stow -
age room.
And despite our st yling strategy for
the new Cayman following a clear line,
the finishing touches are down to you.
We offer a comprehensive range of
personalisation
options and a wide
selection of colours and materials.
In this way, you can turn
the new
Cayman into what it was intended
to be:
your Cayman.
Vital to advancement:
a clear line.

Design.