It's the new Porsche Cayman!

This stunning two-seater boasts a newly developed six-cylinder boxer engine with a capacity of 3.4 liters and an output of 217 kW.

The Cayman's maximum speed is 275 km/h and accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds.

Equipped with Porsche's VarioCam Plus system for variable intake camshaft control and valve timing, the Cayman S has a torque of 340 Nm with between 4 400 and 6 000 r/min.

The VarioCam Plus system was previously reserved for the 911 series. Power transmission is executed via a six-speed gearbox with short, precise shifting travel, which was taken from the Boxster S and further developed.

The familiar five-speed Tiptronic S automatic transmission is also available on request, and has rocker switches in the steering wheel spokes for a sports gear shifting operation.

The Tiptronic S transmission was refined specifically for the sports coupé, receiving a new electronic and hydraulic control unit.

Design

At first sight, the Cayman S looks likes a typical Porsche sports car. At the same time, however, its autonomous design ensures that it stands out against the Boxster and 911 Carrera.

The new front is accentuated by oval main headlamps and distinctive air inlets.

The fog lights integrated in the outside air inlets underline Porsche's current design philosophy. The low-lying upper windshield sill and the pronounced roof profile accentuate the unique and dynamic front view.

The model's rear view is defined by a large tailgate, powerfully sweeping fenders and an automatically extending wing. The distinctively styled dual exhaust outlet is located centrally below the fenders.

The tailgate has a large upward opening width for loading the 260-litre boot.

The aluminum chassis with a large track emphasizes the sporty, dynamic appearance of the vehicle, which is fitted as standard with 18-inch tyres.

In combination with Porsche Stability Management (PSM), also a standard feature, the chassis sets a benchmark in the area of driving dynamics and active driving safety.

Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) can be ordered as a option. This system lowers the body ten millimeters closer to the ground and automatically adjusts the suspension ratings to the given road conditions.

The driver can select the Normal or Sport programs via a button in the center console.

European sales of the Cayman will start in November, while it will only reach local shore in 2006.

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