Porsche Cayman 981(981c)

The Porsche Cayman 981 has 15 known engine weaknesses.

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Good choice: MA1.22 (2.7L), MA1.23 (3.4L), MA1-981HiPerf (3.8L). The most reliable engine is the MA1.23 (3.4L) with the lowest risk score. The most fun to drive is the MA1-981HiPerf (3.8L).

The {code} ({displacement}) is the most reliable engine in the Porsche Cayman 981. It has the lowest risk score of all available engines and is rated "Good Choice". However, there are 5 known weaknesses to be aware of.

The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Porsche Cayman 981 — rated: "Legendary!". {description} The Cayman GT4 981 is the fulfilment of the mid-engine concept: 3.8-litre NA engine from the 911, GT3 brakes, mechanical LSD — and manual as the only option. On circuit: telepathic, captivating, another level. But on back roads there is little to do — the NA engine wants to be revved past 5,000 rpm, and there in third gear you are already well past legal speeds. Permanently driving below the car's potential. For twisty roads with gearwork, take the GTS 981 — shorter ratios, less power, but the rev limit arrives at speeds that still make sense.

The Porsche Cayman 981 is a good choice as a used car — 3 of 3 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.

The Porsche Cayman 981 is available with engine variants from 265 to 385 hp. Petrol: MA1.22 (2.7L), MA1.23 (3.4L), MA1-981HiPerf (3.8L).