May 9, 2025
Porsche Cayman 981 Model Variants
The second generation Porsche Cayman is known as the type 981. It was manufactured between 2013 and 2016 (model years). There were four model variants; Cayman, Cayman S, Cayman GTS and Cayman GT4. The special edition model, the Porsche Cayman Black Edition, was unveiled in 2015. Here is a quick guide to the Porsche Cayman 981 model variants. You can find more information about these models through the links.
Porsche Cayman 981 Model Variants
Porsche Cayman 2013-2016
- 2.7-litre engine
- Naturally aspirated
- 6-cylinder
- 202 kW (275 hp) at 7,400 rpm
- 290 Nm at 4,500-6,500 rpm
- 6-speed manual or 7-speed PDK transmission
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Porsche Cayman S 2013-2016
- 3.4-litre engine
- Naturally aspirated
- 6-cylinder
- 239 kW (325 hp) at 7,400 rpm
- 370 Nm at 4,500-5,800 rpm
- 6-speed manual or 7-speed PDK transmission
Porsche Cayman GTS 2015-2016
- 3.4-litre engine
- Naturally aspirated
- 6-cylinder
- 250 kW (340 hp) at 7,400 rpm
- 380 Nm at 4,750-5,800 rpm
- 6-speed manual or 7-speed PDK transmission
Porsche Cayman GT4 2016
- 3.4-litre engine
- Naturally aspirated
- 6-cylinder
- 283 kW (385 hp) at 7,400 rpm
- 420 Nm at 4,750-6,000 rpm
- 6-speed manual transmission
Porsche Cayman (981) Special Editions
Porsche Cayman Black Edition 2016
- Based on a Cayman with a 2.7-litre engine
- Black exterior color and black partial leather interior

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