The 2022 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS has finally been revealed and it’s the ultimate road-legal Cayman. SA pricing has been announced too. Details and price are below…
The Cayman GT4 RS’s development wasn’t exactly a secret and Porsche made quite a song and dance about its attempts to make the ultimate Cayman derivative.
We knew things were getting serious when Porsche confirmed its prototype set a Nurburgring record shortly before its official reveal. If you weren’t aware, the Cayman GT4 RS belted out a 7 minute 04-second run – exceptionally quick and it’s almost 24 seconds quicker than the already capable GT4.
Lurking in the engine bay is a 4.0-litre flat-6 petrol engine that delivers 368 kW and 449 Nm, but has a redline of 9 000 rpm! Porsche claims a 0-100 kph of just 3.4 seconds, which is half a second quicker than the standard GT4. Power goes to the rear wheels via a slick 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox. Customers can change gears using the paddles on the steering wheel.
Another factor at play is weight or in this case, the lack thereof. With extensive use of carbon fibre and weight-saving techniques, the GT4 RS tips the scales at just over 1 400 kg. The GT4 RS sits lower than the standard car, with an adjustable track-focused suspension. This setup has revised sway bar rates, springs and dampers and making its debut in the Cayman range are center-lock wheels.
As you can see, there’s some extensive aerodynamics on offer with a massive fixed-wing, rear diffuser, adjustable front diffuser, and front spoiler lip. Underneath the car, there have been upgrades for better airflow. There are additional vents to help with cooling.
How much does the new Porsche Cayman GT4 RS cost in South Africa?
The new flagship Cayman model is sold with a 3 year/100 000 km Driveplan
Porsche Cayman GT4 RS R2 507 000
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