Retail base price for the new 718 Cayman and 718 Cayman S starts from RM530,000 and RM700,000 respectively. The price includes duties except registration fee, road tax and insurance.
The same new four-cylinder flat engines with turbocharging as in the 718 Boxster are being deployed in the 718 Cayman.
As a result, coupé and roadster have an identical engine output for the first time. The entry-level version starts with 300hp from two litres of displacement.
Limpert (left) and Bayer with the 718 Cayman S.
The S model delivers 350hp with a displacement of 2.5 litres. This represents 18 kW (25hp) more power compared to the predecessor models with an NEDC fuel consumption of 8.1 to 5.7 l/100km.
The 718 Cayman with PDK gearbox and Sport Chrono Package accelerates from 0 to 100kph in 4.7 seconds.
A 718 Cayman S with comparable equipment completes this sprint in 4.2 seconds. The top speed of the 718 Cayman is 275kph, while the 718 Cayman S can reach a speed of 285kph.
Like all Porsche cars sold by importer Sime Darby Auto Performance (SDAP), the Cayman comes with a four-year warranty and free maintenance package which includes complimentary service, parts and labour.
The model was launched in conjunction with the opening of the the new Porsche Centre Penang today.
The 3S centre is located along Jalan Baru in Seberang Perai, Penang's automotive hub, and is easily accessible from Penang Island via the first bridge.
With an investment of over RM15mil, the new Porsche Centre Penang occupies a build-up area of 35,575 sq ft on 102,524 sq ft of land.
“We are thrilled to be moving into Penang with our third Porsche Centre in Malaysia," said SDAP chief executive officer Arnt Bayer. "This new 3S centre will enable us to deliver a higher level of customer satisfaction and a unique ownership experience for all Porsche owners and enthusiasts in the northern region.”
The centre can display up to 10 cars in its showroom. The new facility has two air-conditioned meeting rooms and a spacious aftersales reception, integrated with the Carrera Lounge, which offers luxurious comfort and modern conveniences to customers during their visit.
The centre’s workshop features nine service bays as well as a warehouse for spare parts. In addition, Porsche customers can browse through the Porsche Driver’s Selection shop, which offers a selection of the latest Porsche apparel, personal accessories and toys.
Also present at the event was Porsche Asia Pacific managing director Martin Limpert.
Porsche 718 Cayman and Cayman S
Porsche Centre Penang
