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2009 Porsche Cayman Review
Major upgrade with new engines, transmissions, suspensions.
2009 Cayman Review Summary & Specifications
The Porsche Cayman leaves other sports cars chasing intangibles. It responds to driver inputs in the same manner as a race car but it doesn't bounce over bumps or wear you out with an oppressive ride. It is comfortable, nicely finished, entirely livable in traffic and will accommodate your need for modern conveniences. And the Cayman will delight on a winding highway with sounds to match Salzburg's best, balanced handling, and a driving experience unfettered by technology, insulation or excuses.NewCarTestDrive.com correspondent G.R. Whale filed this report from Los Angeles.
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| Vehicle Category | Sports Cars |
| Editor | G.R. Whale |
| Model Lineup | Porsche Cayman ($50,300); Cayman S ($60,200) |
| Engines (standard) | 3.4-liter dohc 24-valve horizontally opposed six-cylinder |
| Engines (optional) | 265-hp 2.9-liter dohc 24v horizontally opposed six-cylinder; 320-hp 3.4-liter dohc 24v horizontally opposed six-cylinder |
| Transmissions (standard) | 6-speed manual |
| Transmissions (optional) | six-speed manual; seven-speed automated manual (PDK) |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | dual front airbags; dual side-impact head/thorax airbags; Porsche Stability Management; ABS/ABD; rollover protection; tire pressure monitors |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | fire extinguisher |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years/50,000 miles |
| Assembled In | Uusikaupunki, Finland |
| Manufacturer Phone | 800-767-7243 |
| Manufacturer URL | www.porsche.com/usa |
| Base Price MSRP | 50300 |
| Model Tested MSRP | Porsche Cayman S ($60,200) |
| Standard Equipment | leather upholstery; manual climate control; power windows/locks/mirrors; speed-dependent rear spoiler; tilt/telescoping steering wheel; cruise control; trip computer; HomeLink; 235-watt AM/FM/CD 9-speaker stereo; alarm system |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | PASM ($1,990); PCM 3.0 w/extended navigation ($3,110); automatic climate control ($550); heated seats ($500); Bluetooth ($695); Bose sound system ($990); universal audio interface ($440); auto-dimming mirrors and rain sensor ($800); metallic paint ($710); floor mats ($90) |
| Destination Charge | 950 |
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| Layout | mid-engine, rear-wheel drive |
| Price as Tested | 70915 |
| Horse Power | 320 @ 7200 |
| Torque | 273 @ 4750 |
| Fuel Economy | 19/26 |
| Wheelbase | 95.1 |
| Length/Width/Height | 172.3/70.9/51.4 |
| Track Front/Rear | |
| Turning Radius | 36.4 |
| Seating Capacity | 2 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 37.8/na/38.3 |
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| Trunk Volume | 14.5 |
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| Front Suspension | independent, MacPherson struts, antiroll bar |
| Rear Suspension | independent, MacPherson struts, antiroll bar |
| Ground Clearance | 4.8 |
| Curb Weight | 2976 |
| Stock Tires | 235/40ZR18 front, 265/40ZR18 rear |
| Brakes Front/Rear | vented disc/vented disc, cross-drilled, with ABS, Brake Assist, EBD |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 |
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