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The 718 EV was slated for a late 2025 launch, but is now facing a few road blocks
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The 718 EV will be delayed for different reasons than the Macan EV, but reliability may still be a concern
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Porsche's Swedish battery supplier Northvolt, recently filed for bankruptcy, delaying the 718 EV's production
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With the gas-powered 718 having already been discontinued in some markets, a gap in the Porsche lineup may form
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But before we get the all-electric variant, Porsche has to update the current 718 one last time to comply with new cyber security regulations
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The Macan EV was also delayed, but due to software issues
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For this reason, Porsche extended production of the ICE-powered Macan, which will be on the market till 2026
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However, Macan EV owners are reporting some software issues. Can this carry over to the 718 EV?
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The 718 is expected to use a smaller battery than the Macan EV's 100 kWh piece in order to stay lightweight
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How will Porsche keep the balance between decent range and lightweight remains to be seen
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In light of the dwindling demand for EVs Porsche is planning to retrofit some of its models with ICE and/or hybrid powertrains
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Given the controversy surrounding the 718 EV, going hybrid should be a path of exploration for Porsche
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Swipe up for more details on the 718 EV's future and what it means for some of the other Porsche models
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The Porsche 718 will soon be replaced by an all-electric model in 2026
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Having debuted in 2016 and while it's almost a decade old, the lineup continues to remain strong
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Available across five trims: Base, Style, S, GTS 4.0, and GT4 RS, this makes the 2025 model the last gas-powered Cayman
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For the 2025 model year, Porsche has made the PDK gearbox a standard affair and everything remains the same as before
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There are several engine options available for the 718 Cayman: a 300-hp 2.0-liter flat-4, a 350-hp 2.5-liter flat-4, and two 4.0-liter N/A flat-sixes, one tuned at 394 hp and the other at 493 hp
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Rear wheel drive and a 7-speed PDK gearbox is standard throughout the range, with the option to opt for a 6-speed manual gearbox
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The 718 Cayman GT4 RS is a PDK-only trim
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Despite being on the market for nearly a decade, the 718 doesn't look dated. Those sharp lines and pointed nose make it more appealing than most entry-level sports cars
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Should you need the absolute best visuals, the 718 Cayman GT4 RS is the way to go. Its larger intake vents, rear wing, and extensive use of carbon body panels make it look more like a race car
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Inside the 718 Cayman, you'd find the 991-gen Porsche 911 touches
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This is especially with the steering wheel, the analog dials, and the button-heavy dashboard
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The 2025 Porsche 718 Cayman starts at $72,800, excluding the $1,995 destination charges, and goes up to $164,200 for the top of the line GT4 RS
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To find out how the 2025 718 Cayman stacks up against the Chevy Corvette and BMW M240i, Swipe up.
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EV demand has dropped, with hybrids taking a bigger portion of the market
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Taycan sales have suffered the most, as they've dropped 50 percent, compared to last year
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Porsche's plan is to convert EV models to hybrid/ ICE propulsion, but it may spell trouble for some models
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Taycan is the only Porsche, designed to be purely electric, so converting it may not be too cost-effective
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This may lead to the Taycan suffering the same fate as the 928 many years ago, which was discontinued due to poor sales
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Back in 2015, Porsche introduced a scaled-down Panamera, called the Pajun
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We could see a model like this replacing the Taycan, and sitting below the Panamera
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Meanwhile, the Panamera is getting an EV variant that would be sold alongside the current lineup
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The ICE-powered Macan receives extended service as the brand's best-selling model
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Like other Porsche models, the EV Macan will be on offer alongside the ICE variants
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Given that the upcoming all-electric K9 SUV under development, and will be positioned above the Cayenne, could potentially be converted to feature a hybrid or a gas-power
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Porsche is still going through with the 718 EV
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The ICE-powered Porsche 718 is planned to be discontinued in 2025
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But there is a possibility that the ICE 718 could stay and even go hybrid
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At any rate, Porsche's lineup will not change drastically, but there is a possibility that we could lose 1 or 2 of the current models
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Swipe up to learn more about how Porsche's new EV strategy can benefit car enthusiasts
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Some of the modern Porsche models are a bit too muffled, which is why modifying the exhaust is a common thing to do
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This is especially true for the 991 and 992 Turbo models and some other models featuring particulate filters
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Better exhaust flow, more power, and an epic soundtrack is why exhaust upgrades are so popular
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ECU tunes are a great way to up the power of your Porsche, especially if it is already turbocharged
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In some cases, the gains in output are 20 percent or more. Software mods best work with exhaust and intake modifications
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Headlight mods are particularly popular among 996 owners due to the controversial form
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Tinting the taillights of a 996, especially if it has the center strip, achieves 993-like aesthetics
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Forced induction is surprisingly popular among owners of 911 Carrera models that are normally-aspirated from factory
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Companies like VF engineering and RUF develop special kits for normally-aspirated cars that greatly increase performance
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Comprehensive conversions typically accompany the forced induction with chassis and aesthetic upgrades like on the RUF Kompressor
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Porsche's rich heritage has given us classic design cues that have become a staple in the Porsche communuty
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The Fuchs-style wheels and ducktail spoilers are particularly common mods on modern Porsche 911s
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Racing liveries like this Gulf theme have become so popular that Porsche is offering it and its colors through a special program
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Porsche will even sell you a car cover with a classic Martini livery
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This special-edition Porsche 991 Martini Racing was limited to 80 units
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Swipe up to learn more about pricing for these popular Porsche mods
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While most automakers are phasing out manuals, Porsche continues to offer five models with a stick
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The base-model 718 and 718 S models are still available with a 6-speed manual transmission
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Even in base form, the entry-level Porsche sports car can hit 60 mph in 4.7 seconds, with the manual
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The 718 GTS 4.0 features some of the GT4 characteristics, but in a tamer form
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Unlike the PDK-only GT4, the GTS 4.0 can be had with a 6-speed manual
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With 400 horsepower on tap, 0-60 mph in t he GTS 4.0 takes 4.3 seconds with the manual
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The 2025 Porsche 911 Carrera T comes exclusively with a 6-speed manual
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The 992.1 Carrera T was available with PDK or a 7-speed manual, which is no longer on offer
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Like the 992.2 Carrera, the T-model features turbochargers from the 992.1 GTS, giving it more power
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The 992.2 Porsche 911 GT3 is here and despite not having more power, it still features a manual 6-speed
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Like before, you can choose between the winged variant or the more subtle GT3 Touring
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Unlike these two, the even-more-radical GT3 RS is now a PDK-only car
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The most lightweight Porsche 992.1 weighs just 3,042 pounds and comes with a short-ratio 6-speed manual
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Based on the GT3, the S/T does away with the big wing, but still features a radical body kit with optimized aerodynamics
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The 911 S/T also packs more power than the GT3 models
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Swipe up to learn more about the only manual Porsches you can currently buy
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A rapid change in the EV scene means the Porsche 718 will continue to offer boxer engines
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The Porsche 718 EV is still coming, but Porsche announced it will be integrating ICE and hybrid technology in its EVs
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The market no longer favors EVs as hybrids jump in popularity
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Production of the 982-generation will either be prolonged or Porsche will come up with an all-new platform
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Like other EV models, the fully-electric 718 will adopt some aesthetics from the Taycan
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Porsche 718 saw a 10-percent increase in sales, likely due to Porsche's original plans to replace it with an EV, in 2025
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The 983-generation will continue to be offered as, bith, coupe and convertible, regardless of the powertrain type
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We expect the T-Hybrid powertrain will be repurposed for use in the smaller 718
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Given what they've done with the 992.2, we expect the next-gen 718 to also be available in GT4 guise
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Swipe up for more on what we can expect from the Porsche 718 in the future
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Weight, or the lack there of is an aspect that plays a pivotal role in how a sports car handles
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At 3,020 pounds, the Porsche 991 R is the lightest 911 since the 996 Carrera
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Limited to 991 units, the 2016 Porsche 911 R is a modern homage to the 1967 original
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Its 4.0-liter flat-6 revs to 9,000 RPM and is mated to a close-ratio 6-speed manual
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The base-model 718 weighs 2,943 pounds regardless of the body style
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Despite having only 2.0 liters of displacement, the 718 Cayman/Boxster still does the 0-60 mph sprint in 4.6 seconds
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PDK-equipped cars are 66 pounds heavier than those with the 6-speed manual
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The base Porsche 981 Cayman is even lighter at 2,932 pounds, but the more powerful S model is just 22 pounds heavier
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The 2.7-liter flat-6 makes 275 horsepower here and allows for a -60 mph in 5.4 seconds with the manual
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The Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 Clubsport is one of the lightest Porsches in modern times, at 2,910 pounds
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While it was sold to the public (in most countries), the Clubsport is bound to the race track
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At 2,899 pounds the 981 Boxster Spyder is the lightest mid-engine Porsche of the last decade
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Swipe up for more on the most lightweight Porsche sports cars from the last decade
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The base Porsche Taycan barely fits the budget with its RWD setup
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It packs 402 horsepower, and a range of 318 miles
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It manages a top speed of 143 mph and a 0-60 mph time of 4.5 seconds and starts at $99,400
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The Macan EV 4S offers surprising bang for the buck, AWD, and 308 miles of EPA range
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The $86,895 Macan EV 4S can be propelled to speeds of 149 mph. 0-60 mph happens in 3.9 seconds
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The base-model Porsche Cayenne is now a PHEV and at $86,695 costs as much as the mid-range Macan EV
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Its V-6 is aided by a single electric motor for a combined 463 horsepower and 479 pound-feet
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The Cayenne E-Hybrid can drive upto 46 miles on electricity, making it ideal for city driving
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The $90,995 Macan GTS is one of the most lightweight SUVs on sale, as it doesn't feature electrification
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Its V-6 engine is good for 434 horsepower and 405 pound-feet, and allow for a top speed of 169 mph
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Time is running out. After 2025, the ICE-powered Macan will be no more
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The Porsche 718 is also going electric, but you can still get it with a variety of flat-4 and flat-6 engines
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The 718 Cayman S is the fastest sub-$100k mid-engine Porsche you can get. It can do 177 mph
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0-60 mph takes around 4.2 seconds. You can also get it with one of the best manual transmissions in the business
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Swipe up to learn more about these sub-$100k Porsches
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A one-off Porsche 718 Spyder RS commemorates the company's historic win of the 1954 Carrera Panamericana
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The one-off model is handcrafted by the Porsche Sonderwunsch program in collaboration with Porsche Latin America
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The styling emulates that of the Porche 550 Spyder, driven by Hans Hermann in 1954
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The 718 Spyder RS is the perfect choice for an homage to the 550. It is the most powerful, track-focused, and lightweight mid-engine Porsche you can buy
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The TAG Heuer shield is proudly displayed on the front, like on the original race car
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TAG Heuer motives can also be found on the center-lock wheels
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THe most exquisite feature is the TAG Heuer Chronograph Tourbillion time piece, for which a special compartment was designed
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The interior features the full RS treatment, with emphasis on lightweight
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Extensive use of leather and Alcantara is accompanied by Panamericana Special details, signifying the exclusivity of the car
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The 718 Spyder RS Panamericana Special is the last of three models to commemorate the iconic race
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Back in 2023, Porsche introduced a special one-off based on the 718 Cayman GT4 RS
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...alongside a 992 Cabriolet variant that also celebrated the Carrera Panamericana
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That same car and driver combo won the 1954 Carrera Panamericana, solidifying Porsche's image as a sports carmaker
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Performance-wise, the one-off 718 Spyder RS remains unchanged from the regular model
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Swipe up to learn more about the one-off 718 Spyder RS Panamericana Special and how you can get behind the wheel
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Porsche West Palm Beach just received a 718 Spyder RS with the coveted Weissach Package
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Finished in a Paint-to-sample shade of Viola Purple Metallic, this pristine example only has 31 miles on the clock
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This optional Weissach package includes carbon fiber components like the hood and roll hoops
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Carbon fiber bucket seats, and trim pieces, further enhance the car's performance and weight reduction
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Lightweight aluminum wheels, finished in Satin Neodyme complement the purple paint
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The Spyder RS features a 4.0-liter naturally aspirated flat-six engine delivers 493 horsepower and 331 lb-ft of torque from the 911 GT3
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The Spyder RS offers the best power-to-weight ratio among all current 718 models
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This Speedster-style roof adds to the car's visual appeal, though it may require some practice to install and remove
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Due to its rarity and high demand, the Spyder RS is likely to have limited production numbers
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The base MSRP is $164,200, but with additional costs for the PTS color and Weissach Package, swipe up to find out how much this Spyder RS could cost
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The 718 is a mid-engine sports car available in coupe (Cayman) and convertible (Boxster) body styles
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Despite potential electrification, the current gas-powered 718 remains a phenomenal performance machine
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Of all the available 718 trims, the Spyder RS is the most powerful 718 model with a power-to-weight ratio of 0.1532
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The Spyder RS has a naturally aspirated 4.0-liter flat-six engine producing 493 horsepower
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The Spyder RS is equipped with a 7-speed PDK dual-clutch automatic transmission, with RWD
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The Spyder RS weighs 3,214 pounds, making it the lightest 718 model
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The Spyder RS features a lightweight fabric roof and other weight-saving measures with extensive use of carbon fiber
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The optional $12,570 Weissach Package can help reduce weight even further
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The Spyder RS offers a visceral driving experience with its naturally aspirated engine and precise handling
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The Spyder RS, which retails for $164,200 is the ultimate expression of the 718 format and a must-have for performance enthusiasts
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To find out how other models in the 718 range stack up against the Spyder RS when it comes to power-to-weight ratio, swipe up.
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New spy shots reveal some more enticing details about Porsche's upcoming all-electric Boxster
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The rear high-brake light has been redesigned to match the 911 Carrera, and an active rear wing is now visible
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The front-end features a squared-off four-point LED headlight
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The headlights resemble the Taycan facelift
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Look closely and you'll also spot a radar-sensor and vertical active aero vents in the front bumper
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The absence of a rear air intake behind the door also indicates an electric powertrain
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The interior features a Taycan-inspired 16-inch curved instrument cluster
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Also sport the Sport-Chrono package on the dash
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Porsche aims to maintain the mid-engine feel of the Boxster in the upcoming EV version
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The battery placement behind the driver aims to achieve a rear-biased weight distribution
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The E-Core layout seen in the Mission R concept employs this instead of the traditional skateboard architecture seen in most EVs
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Battery technology, curb weight, and driving range will be key challenges for Porsche
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As for power, Car and Driver estimates an additional 200 horsepower compared to the gas-powered 718
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Swipe up to read more about Porsche's upcoming all-electric Boxster.
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For 2025, the Porsche 718 is going fully-electric, and is expected to start at around $78,000
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The Mission R concept shows EV sports cars can be lightweight, with a curb weight of 3,306 lbs
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The Porsche badge comes at a price, but some alternatives could offer better bang for the buck
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Currently, Nissan's NISMO Z offers proven mechanicals and track-tuned chassis for a fraction of what the 718 EV would cost
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The VR30 DDTT engine has been "massaged" to produce 420 hp, which is 60 more than what is expected to be the base 718 EV powertrain
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Sadly, the NISMO Z is automatic-only, utilizing the Mercedes 9G-Tronic MCT
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Still, the NISMO Z sprints to 60 mph in 3.9 seconds on its way to a 173 mph top speed
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2026 will bring a new Toyota Celica, powered by a new, 400-hp turbo engine
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It is expected to start at around $65,000
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We still don't know how the 2026 Toyota Celica GR Sport would look, but it will feature all-wheel drive
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For 2026, Toyota MR-2 is also making a come back, and it will continue to be a mid-engine two-seater
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It will share the 400-hp turbo engine and GR-Four AWD system with the Celica GR Sport
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It will be offered with a manual, but there will be an automatic available
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Swipe up to find out how much this upcoming Toyota sports car will cost.
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When it comes to attainable German convertibles, you currently only have two choices
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The 718 Boxster starts at $74,900, making it the most affordable Porsche sports car
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However, there is another German Roadster that might offer a bigger bang for the buck
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The BMW Z4 M40 Roadster costs similar money to the entry-level 718 Boxster
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The base-model 718 Boxster offers a 2.0-liter flat-four engine producing 296 hp and 280 lb-ft
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The BMW Z4 M40i packs one of the most tuner-friendly inline-six engines - the B58
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It packs 382 hp and 369 lb-ft, but apparently, these numbers are underreported
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The six-cylinder Z4 M40i also starts at $66,450
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Porsche's 718 retaliates by being over 500 pounds lighter and more agile than the Z4
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However, the base Porsche Boxster cannot be had with a manual
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The 718's PDK transmission is one of the best DCT automatics in the business, and contributes to a 4.5-second 0-60 mph time
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The ZF 8-speed in the Z4 is one of the best traditional automatics, but you can also opt for a 6-speed manual
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Swipe up to read more about how these German convertibles compare.
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