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Two seats. Four wheels. Six horizontally opposed cylinders. It all adds up to one result: an unprecedented blend of breathtaking design. Astonishing performance. And inspired engineering. At its Frankfurt Motor Show debut, the Cayman was hailed as “Best in Show” by AutoWeek magazine: instant acclaim for a car that is instantly Porsche.

Instantly captivating. Immediately gratifying. The Porsche Cayman and Cayman S.

The eyes see things in an instant that took decades to evolve. The new Cayman and Cayman S are the embodiment of beliefs long held in esteem by the engineers of Porsche—ideas first developed in mid-engine racing machines such as the 550 Coupe from 1953 and the 904 Carrera GTS from 1964. From its sweeping front shoulders to its roofline arc and sloping rear hatch, every line of the Cayman leverages the accomplishments of its predecessors—sports cars victorious on racetracks from Le Mans to Sebring and Laguna Seca. Just as with these racing forebears, the Cayman and Cayman S find inspiration in dynamic engineering.

The source of this inspiration is a torque-rich power plant specially developed for the Cayman. On paper, its specs are more than impressive. On the road, its layout is more than ideal: Situated low and center in the car, the flat six serves not only as the Cayman’s source of power, but its poise as well. This mid-engine platform provides an optimum foundation for agile response to steering and braking inputs. Porsche engineers have incorporated new chassis systems adapted to the car’s highly rigid bodyshell construction. The result: smooth, immediate lane changes and natural control through every corner. Performance and control can be further enhanced with options such as Porsche Suspension Management (PSM) or the Sport Chrono Package. Behind the wheel, you’ll notice a natural reflection of the Cayman’s mid-engine balance throughout the interior. Every feature is designed around the driver, coalescing into an engrossing sensory experience. A surprisingly spacious cockpit and cleverly conceived hatchback design also prove that sensational performance can make perfect sense. Overall storage capacity in the Cayman eclipses that of some of today’s popular sedans, proving its ability to perform as well on errand-filled weekdays as it does on adrenaline-fueled weekends.

The eyes see things in an instant that took decades to evolve. The new Cayman and Cayman S are the embodiment of beliefs long held in esteem by the engineers of Porsche—ideas first developed in mid-engine racing machines such as the 550 Coupe from 1953 and the 904 Carrera GTS from 1964. From its sweeping front shoulders to its roofline arc and sloping rear hatch, every line of the Cayman leverages the accomplishments of its predecessors—sports cars victorious on racetracks from Le Mans to Sebring and Laguna Seca. Just as with these racing forebears, the Cayman and Cayman S find inspiration in dynamic engineering.