Heel-and-toe shifting and long calculations become unnecessary; the machine reacts instantaneously at the slightest input. No delays.
Electrifying powerplant
Driving a Porsche is also about making the most of a world-class engine. Of course, I know it can’t really be done in the streets, but it’s always nice to have a cavalry of 320 horses (25 more than last year) at your disposal, just waiting to be unleashed.
The Cayman S is obviously explosive (0-100 km/h is completed in under 5 seconds) and it shows plenty of enthusiasm as soon as you hammer the throttle, although the sound effects are not loud enough if you ask me.
But the real issue is this: who actually wants to hammer the gas pedal every single time they take off from their driveway or a stop light (unless of course you live and breathe racing)? The Porsche Cayman S almost feels like a turbo, launching with moderation and letting out a subtle vibration before finally surging forward and finding its true pace.
That is if you hesitate a little upon takeoff. Once up to speed, the car sprints forward in convincing fashion. Passing manoeuvres are lightning-quick, the steering is ultra-sharp and the oversized brakes are as powerful and competent as one could wish.
Life inside the Cayman
No matter which Porsche model you sit in, life is pretty sweet. Fit and finish are flawless, the materials are first-grade and special attention was paid to details.
That said, I still can’t get over the absence of Bluetooth as standard equipment not to mention the troubles I had with some of the switchgear (okay, these big clumsy fingers of mine had something to do with it!). Beyond that, I must say the seats are surprisingly comfortable and ideally supportive at all times. Also, the ride is quieter overall than what I had expected.
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| Fit and finish are flawless, the materials are first-grade and special attention was paid to details. |
Electrifying powerplant
Driving a Porsche is also about making the most of a world-class engine. Of course, I know it can’t really be done in the streets, but it’s always nice to have a cavalry of 320 horses (25 more than last year) at your disposal, just waiting to be unleashed.
The Cayman S is obviously explosive (0-100 km/h is completed in under 5 seconds) and it shows plenty of enthusiasm as soon as you hammer the throttle, although the sound effects are not loud enough if you ask me.
But the real issue is this: who actually wants to hammer the gas pedal every single time they take off from their driveway or a stop light (unless of course you live and breathe racing)? The Porsche Cayman S almost feels like a turbo, launching with moderation and letting out a subtle vibration before finally surging forward and finding its true pace.
That is if you hesitate a little upon takeoff. Once up to speed, the car sprints forward in convincing fashion. Passing manoeuvres are lightning-quick, the steering is ultra-sharp and the oversized brakes are as powerful and competent as one could wish.
Life inside the Cayman
No matter which Porsche model you sit in, life is pretty sweet. Fit and finish are flawless, the materials are first-grade and special attention was paid to details.
That said, I still can’t get over the absence of Bluetooth as standard equipment not to mention the troubles I had with some of the switchgear (okay, these big clumsy fingers of mine had something to do with it!). Beyond that, I must say the seats are surprisingly comfortable and ideally supportive at all times. Also, the ride is quieter overall than what I had expected.
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| I still can’t get over the absence of Bluetooth as standard equipment. |