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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.

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It ’s always worth taking the direct route:
from stimulus to response, from resting
pulse to pounding heart, from impulse to
endorphin rush – not least when the dis-
tance to travel is less than half a metre.
The new Cayman is equipped with a com -
pletely newly developed 2.7- litre boxer
engine and the Cayman S is driven by a

3.4-litre variant, both of which are tuned
for sport y driving. Accelerator pedal in -
puts are translated directly into propul -
sion. Maximum torque is available over a
broad engine speed range. Both engines feature direct fuel injection
(DFI) and VarioCam Plus. Power is trans
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mit ted to the wheels by a smooth
6-speed manual gearbox or the optional

7-speed Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK).
Exemplary efficiency is achieved by means
of sophisticated technologies. As stand ard,
these include the auto start/stop function,
electromechanical power steering, elec -
trical system recuperation and intelligent
thermal management. The result, depend -
ing on the equipment variant, is a 16 %
reduction in CO2 emissions compared with
the previous model.
Six cylinders. Four heart chambers.
Just 30 cm apart.

e ngineering.
Thanks to our principles of intelligent light -
weight construction, we have succeeded
in making the body stiffer and simultan-
eously lighter. The chassis has been com -
pletely revised. For enhanced dynamic per -
formance and increased driving stability
when the car is pushed to the limit, both
models are equipped with Porsche Stability
Management (PSM). Enhanced Porsche
Active Suspension Management (PASM)
is available as an option and includes a
ride height reduction of 10 mm. Porsche
Torque Vectoring (PT V) with rear differen -
tial lock for increased agilit y and traction
in corners is also available on request.
For fuel consumption, CO
2 emissions and efficiency class, please refer to page 131.
The optional Sport Chrono Package makes
the response and handling characteristics
of the new Cayman even sportier. For the
first time, the package now also includes
dynamic transmission mounts, which make
a perceptible contribution to handling
stabi l ity in fast corners whilst ensuring
a high degree of ride comfort.
Several years of development work and
countless draf ts later, our engineers have
realised their goal: the direct link bet ween
action and reaction. Experience the result
in the new Cayman, and let your pulse
rate be the measure of success.
The new Cayman models |
Engineering

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Six-speed manual gearbox.
The new Cayman models are equipped
as standard with the six-speed manual

gearbox. Gearshifts are smooth, precise
and optimally adapted to the respective
engine map. Shift throws are short and
the gear lever is easy to operate, provid -
ing a truly engaging driving experience.
The upshift indicator located in the central
circular instrument helps you to maximise
fuel efficiency.
The ascending centre console reinforces
the authentic sports car feel. It positions
the gear lever close to the steering wheel,
enabling you to change gear as fast and
as ergonomically as possible.
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK).
Of course, you could let us take care of
the gearshift strategy so that you can
devote all your at tention to your cornering
strategy.
Available as an option is the completely
retuned 7-speed Porsche Doppelkupplung
(PDK), featuring both manual and auto -
matic modes. The advantages are percep -
tible. Gear changes take place with no
interruption in the flow of power. Sharper
gearshift programs and significantly short -
er shift times produce faster acceleration
than with the manual gearbox. Fuel econ-
omy and comfort characteristics have also
been optimised. In response to a less
assertive driving st yle, shif t points are

recalculated to make use of the more
comfortable and more economical engine
speed ranges, and coasting mode is acti -
vated where possible (p. 44).
This is how PDK works: PDK is essentially
t wo gearboxes in one, thus requiring t wo
clutches. This double clutch arrangement
provides an alternating, non-positive con -
nection between the two half gearboxes
and the engine by means of t wo separate
input shafts. The flow of power from the
engine is transmit ted through one half
gearbox and one clutch at a time, while

the next gear is preselected in the second
half gearbox. During a gear change, there -
fore, one clutch simply opens and the
other closes at the same time, enabling
gear changes to take place within milli
-
seconds.
PDK has seven forward gears at its
disposal. Gears 1 to 6 have a sports
ratio and top speed is reached in sixth

gear. Seventh gear has a long ratio and
keeps
engine speed low to reduce fuel
con
sumption and improve comfort.
1 Gear lever for six-speed manual gearbox
2 Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) gear selector
3 Gearshif t switch on spor ts steering wheel
in conjunction with PDK
y ou’ve developed your own strategies for advancement.
So have we.

Transmission.
For fuel consumption, CO2 emissions and efficiency class, please refer to page 131.

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Strong relationships need sincerity,
common goals and the abilit y to over-
come difficult situations in unison.
The chassis of the new Cayman models
develops a strong bond with the road. It
is specifically matched to the high power
output of the respective engine. A xle
components are made predominantly of

aluminium, which helps to keep the weight
of the vehicle and its unsprung masses
low. The results are impressive driving
dynamics with practically zero pitch and
roll, high levels of comfort and safet y and
lower fuel consumption. The track of the new Cayman models has
been widened and the wheelbase has

been extended by 60 mm compared with
that of the previous model. This improves
stabilit y. The new independent suspension
features light weight spring-strut axles
with longitudinal and transverse links. The
cross member at the front axle has been
refined for optimum stiffness and robust -
ness. How does this benefit you? Greater
directional stability, sharper steering preci -
sion and sportier handling.
Porsche active Suspension management
(PaSm ).
Optional PASM, the electronic damping
control system, actively and continuously
regulates the damping force for each
wheel according to the road conditions
and driving st yle. In addition, the suspen -
sion is 10 mm lower than that of the
st a n d a rd s e t u p .
The system is always active in the back-
ground, ready to assist you automatically
without you having to switch it on. Never -
theless, t wo modes are available at the
push of a but ton so that you can adapt
handling to suit your preferred driving
st yle: ‘Normal’ which is a blend of perfor-
mance and comfort, and ‘Sport ’ where
the setup is much firmer. Depending on
the mode selected, therefore, PASM can
be sportier and more comfortable than
the standard chassis. The PASM control
unit evaluates the driving conditions and modifies the damping force on each of
the wheels optimally in accordance with
the selected mode.
Sensors record all wheel and body move
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ments. This enables intelligent adaptation
of damper stiffness for the selected
mode, optimising contact between each
individual t yre and the road for even less
roll and pitch.
h ow do we nurture our relationship with the driver?
By purposefully strengthening our bond with the road.

Chassis.
1 Front axle of the Cayman S
2 Rear axle of the Cayman S

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Porsche Torque Vectoring (PTV).
This optional system for increasing
dynamic performance and stability varies
the distribution of torque to the rear
wheels and includes a mechanically lock -
ing rear differential. When the car is driven assertively into

a corner, moderate brake pressure is
applied to the inside rear wheel. Conse -
quently, an additional rotational pulse
(yaw movement) is induced around the
vehicle’s vertical axis in the direction of the turn. This results in a direct and
sport y steering action as the car enters
the corner.
At low and medium vehicle speeds, PT V
significantly increases agilit y and steering
precision. At high speeds and when

accelerating out of corners, the rear

differential lock ensures greater driving
stabilit y and traction on road surfaces
with varying grip, including the wet and
snow.
The results are remarkable stability,
optimum traction and excellent cornering
dynamics at all speeds, coupled with
precise steering and stable load transfer
characteristics through ever y t wist and
turn of your journey.
Drive |
Chassis

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Sport Chrono Package.
Better performance would normally be
impossible to achieve without more inten -
sive training. In the new Cayman models,
it comes at the push of a but ton. The
optional Sport Chrono Package provides
simultaneous enhancement for the chas -
sis, engine and transmission – accom -
panied by an even more emotive sound.
In addition to the performance display,
a digital and an analogue stopwatch,

the Sport Chrono Package also includes
dynamic gearbox mounts (p. 64). Another
component is the SPORT PLUS but ton.
When this is pressed, optional Porsche
Active Suspension Management (PASM)
switches to ‘Sport ’ mode for harder
damping and more direct steering and,
therefore, even more intensive road

holding.
The trigger threshold for PSM is raised.
Agilit y is perceptibly enhanced when
braking for corners with PSM, allowing
even sportier braking and exit accelera -
tion. For even greater dexterit y, PSM can
be set to standby while the car is still in
SPORT PLUS mode. For safet y, it is set
to intervene automatically only when ABS
assistance is required.
The throttle-blip function produces even
sportier gearshifts. A managed burst
of throt tle ensures smooth load changes
for increased stabilit y and makes the
gearshift process an even more engaging
experience.
In conjunction with optional PDK, the
Sport Chrono Package comes with t wo
additional functions for a sport y drive
that borders on a motorsport experience. The first is ‘Launch Control’, which is de
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signed to produce a racing start.
The second function is the ‘motorsport-
derived gearshift strategy’. In this mode,
PDK is designed for very short shift times
and optimum shift points, while torque
boosts during gear changes provide the
maximum acceleration available. Thi
s
involving experience is further enhanced
by overrun downshifts and the throt tle-
blip function for uncompromising driving
pleasure.
An additional display in the steering wheel
and instrument cluster indicates whether
the SPORT or SPORT PLUS but tons
and, with PDK, Launch Control have been
activated. In conjunction with optional
Porsche Communication Management
(PCM), a special display enables you to

view, store and evaluate lap times or other
driving times. It shows the total driving
time, lap distance, lap number and lap
times recorded so far.
1 Sport Chrono display on the PDK steering wheel
2 Sport Chrono stopwatch
3 SPORT and SPORT PLUS but ton

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You aren’t the cosy t ype, but you do
appreciate the value of comfort and

convenience.
The completely rest yled interior of the
new Cayman models will therefore make
you feel right at home. Here, every thing
is focused on one goal: advancing with
a blend of sport and comfort. The driver
is optimally integrated in the vehicle. The
ascending centre console positions the
gear lever close to the steering wheel for
fast, sporty and ergonomic gearshifts. The individual controls are clearly organ
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ised. All but tons and the functions of the
on-board computer are intuitive to find
and select so that you can devote your
full at tention to the road.
The sport y character of the new Cayman
is further reinforced by the Sports seats –
fit ted as standard and with seat centres in
Alcantara. Materials have been carefully
chosen to ensure exquisite and st ylish
integration in the interior design. The

visible effect is exemplified by the silver-
coloured details on the dashboard and
centre console and by leather appliqués
on selected features, such as the steering
wheel rim, gear lever/selector and door
handle inlays. In the Cayman S, the door
armrests and the storage compartment
lid on the centre console are also finished
in leather as standard.
Nevertheless, there
is scope to refine and
st yle your Cayman
with, for example, the
comprehensive
leather interior package.
Not enough? Then why not add some more touches of your own? A wide range
of personalisation options is available for
the new Cayman models, a selection of
which is featured on the following pages.
Interior
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1 Cayman S with leather interior in Platinum Grey, PDK
and other optional equipment
Suited to you.
Not adapted to you.

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Steering wheels.
Do you have an exact idea of how things
should turn out? The steering wheel vari -
ants of the new Cayman models with high-
grip rim in smooth-finish leather enable
you to take precise control. In combination
with the optional fully electric seats, the
steering wheel is also electrically adjust-able and, for even more convenience, a
memory function is included.
Sports steering wheel.
The three-spoke sports steering wheel is
fit ted as standard and offers up to 60 and
40 mm of adjustment for both height
and
reach, respectively. In conjunction with optional PDK, it features two ergonomic
switches. One press with the thumb and
PDK shifts up. One pull with the index

finger and PDK shifts down. Either the
right or left hand can be used. If your
Cayman is equipped with the optional

Sport Chrono
Package and optional PDK,
there is an additional display above the
airbag module. It tells you whether the SPORT, SPORT PLUS and Launch Control
functions are activated.
The multifunction steering wheel, which

is available on request, provides extra
convenience with four function buttons

and t wo thumbwheels for easy operation
of many audio, telephone and navigation
functions.
SportDesign steering wheel.
Available on request, the SportDesign
steering wheel is distinguished from the
standard steering wheel by its t win-spoke
design. Even on sport y drives, it remains
in firm hands. In conjunction with optional
PDK, the steering wheel features t wo
gearshift paddles. These are made of solid alloy and are ergonomically located behind

the left- and right-hand steering wheel
spokes. Pull the right-hand paddle and
PDK shifts up. Pull the left-hand paddle
and PDK shifts down. When PDK has been
combined with the optional Sport Chrono
Package, the left- and right-hand spokes
additionally feature a display that tells you whether the SPORT, SPORT PLUS

and Launch Control functions have been
activated.
Steering wheel heating.
For extra comfort on those cold days,
a heating function is available as an

option for the sports steering wheel and
1 Multifunction steering wheel
2 Sports steering wheel
3 Multifunction steering wheel in conjunction with PDK
4 SportDesign steering wheel with gearshif t paddles in
conjunction with PDK
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the multifunction steering wheel. The
heating is activated by a separate control
but ton on the steering wheel and the rim
is warmed to a pleasant temperature.

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Sports seats.
The standard Sports seats are comfort
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able and provide support even when the
car is driven hard into corners. The seat
centres are finished in Alcantara. Electric
backrest adjustment and manual height
and fore/af t adjustment are integrated as
st a n d a rd .
Sports seats Plus.
The optional Sports seats Plus are uphol -
stered in smooth -finish leather. The side
bolsters of the seat squab and backrest
are more prominently defined and have
a firmer, more sport y padding for even
bet ter lateral support. To help you find
the optimum posture, the seats feature

electric backrest adjustment and manual
height and fore/aft adjustment.
Fully electric Sports seats.
If you don’t want to sacrifice sportiness
for comfort, the optional fully electric
Sports seats offer fully electric adjust-
ment of seat height, backrest angle, squab
angle and squab depth. Also electrically
operated are the fore/af t adjustment,
four-way lumbar support and even the
steering column. The included memory
package supports a range of set tings,
including both exterior mirrors and all

driver’s seat and steering wheel positions.
a daptive Sports seats Plus.
For a stronger connection bet ween sport
and comfort, adaptive Sports seats Plus
are available on request. These are an en -
hanced version of the distinctive Sports
seats Plus with the added functionalit y of
fully electric adjustment of both the seat and the side bolsters on the squab and
backrest.
Sports bucket seats.*
Sports bucket seats are available as an
option and feature a folding backrest,


integrated thorax airbag and manual fore/
aft adjustment. The carbon surface finish
conceals a seat shell in glass-/carbon-fibre
reinforced plastic.
Seat heating and ventilation.
A seat heating function is available as an
option for all seats (except for the sports
bucket seats). Seats are heated in the
squab, backrest and side bolsters. In con -
junction with seat heating, we can also
equip your seats with seat ventilation on
request. A slipstream effect is produced
by active ventilation of the perforated
seat centre and backrest and by passive
aeration at the side bolsters. This evapo -
rates perspiration moisture and therefore
makes for a dry and pleasant seating
environment, even in hot weather.
Child seats.
A Cayman should be enjoyed by passen -
gers of all ages. ISOFIX child seat pre-
paration is available as an option and

includes a deactivation function for the
passenger airbag.
1 Standard Sports seat
2 Sports seat Plus
3 Fully electric Sports seat
4 Adaptive Sports seat Plus
5 Sports bucket seat
* Child seats must not be used with sports bucket
seats.
a prerequisite to following your own road:
support you can rely on.

Seats.

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you can live without everyday practicalities.
Comfort and convenience? Never.

a dditional comfort and convenience features.
a ir conditioning system.
The new Cayman models are equipped as
standard with an air conditioning system
with integrated active carbon filter.
Two-zone automatic climate control.
Two -zone automatic climate control, which
has separate temperature controls for
the driver and passenger, is available as
an option.
The automatic air-recirculation function
permanently monitors air quality, reduces
humidit y and switches from fresh to recir -
culated air when required.
l ight design package.
The optional light design package com -
prises dimmable LEDs in the overhead
console, at the door handles, in the door
storage compartments and in the foot -
wells. LED illumination of the front
luggage compartment is also included
with the light design package. The rear
luggage compartment and C-pillars

feature LEDs as standard.
homel ink® (programmable garage
door opener).
The optional programmable garage door
opener is integrated in the overhead con -
sole and remotely controls up to three
different garage door, gate, home lighting
and/or alarm systems.
e xterior mirrors and rear-view mirror.
The new Cayman models are equipped
as standard with electrically adjustable
and heated exterior mirrors. Available on request, electrically folding
exterior mirrors with door courtesy light
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ing on both sides of the vehicle make it
easier to find your way in the dark.
An auto-dimming function for the exterior
mirrors and rear-view mirror, with an
integrated rain sensor for the windscreen
wipers, is available as an option.
Porsche entry & Drive.
With the optional Porsche Entry & Drive,
you can leave your car key in your pocket.
As soon as you grasp the door handle or
reach out to touch the front or rear apron,
the system automatically checks the
encrypted access code on the key. Once
the key is validated, the door or the
luggage compartment lid unlocks. To lock
the vehicle, you simply press a but ton on the outside of the door handle.
Porsche
Entry & Drive then locks the vehicle and
activates the engine immobiliser and
steering column lock.
1 Cayman S with leather interior in Platinum Grey,
Spor tDesign steering wheel, PDK and other optional
equipment