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2021 Porsche 718 Cayman T is a sports car delight

Chassis improvements like a sport suspension, limited-slip differential and bigger wheels sharpen the base Cayman.

Jon Wong
Jon Wong was a reviews editor for CNET Cars. He test drove and wrote about new cars and oversaw coverage of automotive accessories and garage gear. In his spare time, he enjoys track days, caring for his fleet of old Japanese cars and searching for the next one to add to his garage.
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The 2021 Porsche 718 Cayman T is based on the entry-level Cayman model and powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. 

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A six-speed manual comes standard on the Cayman T, while a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox is available as an option.

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The engine produces 300 horsepower and 280 pound-feet of torque.

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When paired with the manual transmission, Porsche says the Cayman T can sprint to 60 mph in 4.9 seconds. With the available dual-clutch gearbox it hits 60 in 4.5 seconds. 

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Handling improvements for the Cayman T over the base vehicle come courtesy of a standard sport suspension, limited-slip differential and Sport Chrono package.

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The Cayman T rides on 20-inch wheels wrapped with Pirelli P Zero tires.

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Visually, the Cayman T sets itself apart from the base Cayman with the larger Carrera S wheels, gray mirror caps and black exhaust tips. 

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On the inside, the Cayman T features a smaller diameter steering wheel, nylon door pulls and Sport-Tex seat inserts.

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Handling infotainment inside of the Cayman T is the Porsche Communications Management system, with a 7-inch touchscreen.

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The 2021 Porsche Cayman T starts at $70,250, which includes $1,350 for destination.

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Click or scroll through for lots more photos of the 2021 Porsche 718 Cayman T.

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