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Porsche Boxster/Cayman – 2013 World Performance Car of the Year

981 Porsche Cayman

We think the 981 Porsche Boxster and Cayman are pretty ace, even though we’re yet to drive either. But it turns out we’re not the only ones who reckon the Coxster rocks, as both cars have been awarded the 2013 World Performance Car crown.

An initial field of 20 cars was shortlisted to three and the Porsches came out ahead of the Ferrari F12 Berlinetta and the Toybaru.

The World Car judges have put their names to this rather quaint statement: “The Job One for this new generation of Porsche’s littler two-doors was actually two-fold. The Boxster needed to be seen as less of a fancy secretary’s car and the Cayman needed to be set loose to be an even better Porsche sports car than the iconic 911. In both instances, mission over-accomplished. Both cars are now allowed out of their company cages and they drive as if they’re celebrating.”

Porsche has also used this news to remind us the 911 Carrera 4 has been awarded the Best All-Wheel Drive Car by readers of German mag Auto Bild.

You can read the official word from Stuttgart after the break.

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Put your hand up if you’d like a Cayman Turbo

981 Porsche Cayman S

Porsche has just revealed it’s new 981 Cayman, but already we’ve heard a rather appealing rumour. Remember the news that Porsche will be making a four-cylinder boxer engine? Well, the 2.5 litre turbocharged four-pot and its expected 350hp (260kW) will find its way into the Cayman’s heart.

Word is the Cayman Turbo could debut at the next Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2013.

The prediction of 350hp would be a 25hp increase on the normally aspirated 3.4 litre flat-six used in the new Cayman S. Peak torque could be as high as 500Nm, a very healthy boost of 130Nm compared with the current Cayman S.

Perhaps the only downside to this rumour is the expectation the Cayman Turbo would only be offered with a PDK transmission.

A force-fed four-cylinder is being adopted for its lower fuel consumption and fewer CO2 emissions. We wouldn’t rule out a normally aspirated four-clyinder finding its way into entry-level Boxster/Cayman offerings either.

Let’s hope Porsche makes the internals of the new turbo four nice and strong so all those aftermarket tuners can try to be the first to reach 400hp and beyond!

[Source: 0-100.it | translated]

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LA 2012: Porsche Cayman revealed

981 Porsche Cayman

Today we bring you the highly anticipated new Porsche Cayman. It’s on show now at the LA Auto Show and we very much wish we were there to get a closer look at what we expect will be the one of the purest handling and most balanced Porsche models ever made. Who needs a 911?!

The new Cayman is lighter, up to 30kg, lower and more efficient than the outgoing 987 model. A wider track and longer wheelbase (+60mm) make for a better driving experience, Porsche says.

Of course, the new Cayman is a little bit faster than both the new Boxster on which it is based and the old Cayman. We’ve listed the key stats for the Cayman and Cayman S below.

We also recommend downloading the LA Auto Show press kit and Technical Specifications PDFs for much more detail on the new Cayman.

For now, though, it’s time to start saving!

Porsche Cayman (981)

  • Engine power: 202 kW (275 hp) at 7,400/min
  • Max. torque: 290 Nm at 4,500/min – 6,500/min
  • Power output per litre: 74.6 kW/l (101.6 hp/l)
  • Maximum revs: 7,800/min
  • Weights: Kerb weight, DIN 1,310 (1,340) kg
  • Performance: Top speed 266 (264) km/h
  • 0–100km/h: 0 – 100 km/h 5.7 (5.6) s; (with Sport Plus and PDK* 5.4 s)
  • 0–200km/h: 21.0 (20.9) s; (with Sport Plus and PDK* 20.6 s)
  • Consumption (NEDC): Combined 8.2 (7.7) l/100 km
  • CO2 emissions: 192 (180) g/km

Porsche Cayman S (981)

  • Engine power: 239 kW (325 hp) at 7,400/min
  • Max. torque: 370 Nm at 4,500/min – 5,800/min
  • Power output per litre: 69.6 kW/l (94.6 hp/l)
  • Maximum revs: 7,800/min
  • Weights: Kerb weight, DIN 1,320 (1,350) kg
  • Performance: Top speed 266 (264) km/h
  • 0–100km/h: 0 – 100 km/h 5.0 (4.9) s; (with Sport Plus and PDK* 4.7 s)
  • 0–200km/h: 17.2 (17.1) s; (with Sport Plus and PDK* 16.9 s)
  • Consumption (NEDC): Combined 8.8 (8.0) l/100 km
  • CO2 emissions: 206 (188) g/km

Values in brackets refer to vehicles with PDK transmission
*In conjunction with the optional Sport Chrono package.

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2013 Porsche Cayman image leaked

2013 Porsche Cayman (981)

A French magazine is understood to be the source of this leaked image showing the new 981 Porsche Cayman. The car is scheduled to be officially revealed by Porsche in the next 24 hours.

It’s expected the Cayman will source its engines from the 981 Boxster, which means the entry-level model should feature a 2.7 litre flat-six, while the Cayman S will have a 3.4 litre. Of course, being a theoretical level up the Porsche food chain the Cayman is likely to get a modest 10hp power increase over the 265hp (195kW) and 315hp (232kW) offered in the two Boxster engines.

We’ll bring you full details as soon as we can. In the meantime there’s a short video after the break showing some Cayman prototypes driving near Porsche’s headquarters in Stuttgart.

[Source: Worldscoop | Thanks to John for the tip]

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Anticipating the 981 Porsche Cayman

981 Porsche Cayman spied

These spy shots of the next-gen Porsche Cayman (981) aren’t new, indeed they’re almost 12 months old. But we stumbled across them today in our internet travels and thought—especially in profile view—gee, the new Cayman is going to look bloody good!

That’s probably no real surprise, as the new Boxster, on which the Cayman is based, is also a fine looking car.

But when you compare the new Cayman to the previous 987 model you see the silhouette has evolved nicely. The 987 was a pretty good looking coupé to start with, but that slightly beefier rake on the rear window of the 981 has attracted our attention, and increased our anticipation for the new model.

We’re expecting to see the new Cayman at the LA Auto Show in late November.

[Source: Road & Track | Pics: Brenda Priddy & Company]

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Drive Thru: 1M v Cayman R v M3

BMW 1M v Porsche Cayman R v BMW M3

The BMW 1 Series M Coupé is the ‘it’ car of the moment. Everyone is talking about it and everyone, it seems, cannot praise it enough. We’ve already had one drive of the 1M and quickly learnt why it has been creating so much fuss. It really is a cracking car. Overseas, it’s even been compared against the Porsche Cayman R; a genuine sportscar with a sharpened focus.

We’re not sure why that comparison is being made, to be honest. They’re at different price points (especially here in Australia) and they don’t really sing from the same hymn sheet, either.

But when a long-time AUSmotive reader offered us a drive of these two cars who were we to say no. For good measure, the owner decided to throw us the keys to his 2008 BMW M3 as well. Lucky us!

All wearing black wheels with white paint, the trio were tailor made for a mini group-test. So, out to the favoured AUSmotive test route we headed. I drove the 1M on the outward journey and this provided a good chance to get reacquainted and develop a better sense for its daily capabilities.

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Porsche Cayman S Black Edition

Porsche Cayman S Black Edition

The Porsche Cayman S is the latest to get the “Black Edition” treatment, and follows similar versions of the 911 and Boxster S.

Like the Boxster, the Cayman S Black Edition scores a modest 7kW power increase, raising peak power to 243kW. The 19″ wheels are sourced from the Boxster Spyder and offer increased diameter and width over standard Cayman wheels.

The Cayman S Black Edition is limited to 500 cars worldwide and a small number will be making their way to Australia. Local deliveries are scheduled to commence in September and the asking price remains at the regular Cayman S figure of $147,500 (plus on roads etc).

Press releases from Porsche AG and Porsche Australia follow.

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LA 2010: Porsche Cayman R

Porsche Cayman R

As promised Porsche has revealed a new lightweight Cayman model at the Los Angeles Auto Show. As expected the car is badged as the Cayman R.

Porsche didn’t really offer up any surprises either, which means the Cayman is a bit lighter, has a bit more power and will cost a few more beans, as well. Peak power from the mid-mounted 3.4 litre flat six is 243kW (330bhp). Weight has been reduced by 55kg to a new unladen total of 1295kg. The ride height, too, has been lowered by 20mm.

Buyers can pick from a 6-speed manual, or a 7-speed PDK. Porsche reckon you can reach 100km/h in 5.0 seconds with the manual, or 4.9 seconds with the PDK. The optional Sport Chrono Plus package reduces the 100km/h sprint time further to 4.7 seconds. Top speed is around 280km/h.

Now, onto the use of the R badge. Keen Porsche scholars will remember the 1967 911 R. Just 19 were made with 210bhp powering a super lightweight 830kg body. The R stood for Racing (or Rennen in German). Since then the R badge has been used very rarely by Porsche and when it has been used it’s mainly been for true race cars, such as the GT3 R. Purists might not be happy that a Cayman with a mere 10bhp more than a Cayman S and a respectable, but not spectacular, 55kg weight difference has been granted such special status. Quasi-celebrity motoring journalist Chris Harris is not pleased.

You’ve got video, pics and Porsche’s press release available after the break to help you decide if Porsche has used the R appropriately.

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Porsche confirms world premiere of mid-engine sports car at LA

Porsche Cayman CS

Porsche has confirmed it will be offering a world premiere at the LA Auto Show. Of course, not much is given away, other than saying, “A mid-engine sports car which will be unveiled during a press conference at 10:55am on November 17.”

Our news from June tells us this is likely to be a lightweight Cayman model. It’s now understood this new offering will be badged the Cayman R and not the CS as first thought.

Following a similar path the gorgeous Boxster Spyder, the Cayman R is expected to shed 80kg of weight and gain a few extra horses along the way.

We’ll have full details for you as soon as they come to hand. In the meantime check out the Porsche press release after the break.

[Thanks to James for the tip]

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Porsche go green on lightweight Cayman

Porsche Cayman CS

According to a post on the German Car Forum Porsche have given a green light to the production of a lightweight clubsport version of the mid-engined Cayman coupé. The new model is said to be due for a pubic debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show in November and will be badged as the Cayman CS. Sales should commence in 2011.

If you’re expecting this to be a Boxster Spyder wearing a tin hat you’re probably around the mark. At least, the Cayman CS follows a similar path of a modest power increase in a lighter shell, with a focus on sharper handling.

The Cayman CS could be up to 80kg lighter than a regular model, while packing an extra 13hp from its 3.4 litre flat six. Other items thrown in or tweaked include 20mm lower suspension, aluminium doors with fabric door pulls, locking rear differential, larger fixed ducktail rear spoiler and an optional Track Pack, featuring a GT3-like roll cage.

A copy of the text from the forum post can be read after the break.

[Source: German Car Forum]

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Mini-e-tron is R4-U2NV

Detroit showcar Audi e-tron

Rumours are getting stronger that the Mini-e-tron revealed in Detroit this week is a thinly disguised preview of the upcoming Audi R4 mid-engine sportscar. US blog InsideLine claim they have been told as much by sources within Audi.

The underpinnings of such a car would likely be shared across the Volkswagen group’s range, including its own Concept BlueSport and even the next generation Porsche Boxster and Cayman.

In regards to the Detroit showcar Audi e-tron, you would expect a lot of the concept to get lost in production, such as the aluminium carbon-fibre composite body, but an electric powered engine option could stay. Speculation also suggests that the snarling five-pot turbo from the Audi TT RS could find its way under the R4’s skin—yes please!

How or where the R4 would slot into the Audi range with the company’s iconic TT is uncertain at this stage, but Autoblog reckon an entry-level R4 could fit under the TT. Hard to see that happening, but stranger things have happened.

[Source: InsideLine & Autoblog | Thanks to Wayne for the tip]