Though it may not be the brawniest or baddest sports coupe in the German automaker's stable -- the iconic 911 will likely forever hold that title -- the 2016 Porsche Cayman is nonetheless one very attractive and highly desirable performance pony.
Yet, what makes it so? For the response to that, we at Porsche Southpoint invite you to scope the clip below. Car and Driver Magazine is here to explain:
There are myriad powertrain options throughout the Cayman portfolio. And though we have love for them all, the penultimate iteration -- the GTS -- may darn-well be our favorite.
And, for good reason. Motivated by a 3.4-liter flat six-cylinder, the GTS makes a massive 340 horsepower and 280 pound-feet of torque. Better still, it's also exceptionally economical when had with the available PDK seven-speed dual-clutch automated manual transmission; so equipped, a Cayman GTS should achieve an impressive 25 mpg combined (22 city/31 highway).
To learn more about this racy rear-drive ride, or to take one for a spin, we suggest you set a course for our Durham, NC location. Our automotive aces are on hand to address your every query about the Cayman, or any other Porsche model within the current lineup.