usctrojanGT3

Those are Canadian dollars.

G.Irish

I'm more than happy to eat crow on this one. I thought we'd see maybe 450ish HP. Never dreamed they'd slap the GT3 engine in there.

KEPetersen

This fascinating interview answered most of my questions - far more than the official Porsche reveal video.

AlpineR

AUD$300k plus options and on road costs. Too rich for me.

Id say $370+ in Aus with a few options on road.

CAlexio

this time the Weissach pack looks like a deal at $13k... i think the smart money gets the Weissach and skips the Magnesium wheels (i can't actually see where you select those?)

Weissach Package
Exterior:

• Exposed carbon fiber front trunk lid
• Exposed carbon fiber air intakes and air blade behind the driver and passenger windows
• Exposed carbon fiber exterior mirrors
• Exposed carbon fiber rear wing
• "PORSCHE" logo on top of the rear windshield in Dark Silver
• Titanium tailpipes in 935 look

Interior:

• Exposed carbon fiber air box and air intakes with "GT4 RS" logo in silver
• Upper section of the dashboard in Race-Tex
• Dashboard trim with "Weissach Package" logo
• Headrests embroidered with "Weissach Package" logo

$13,250

Loess

try this

https://cc.porsche.com/icc/ccCall.do...DERTYPE=982850

ronbauer

My understanding is that most of the exterior items are carbon fiber in the RS, they are just exposed carbon fiber on the Weissach package. Happy to be shown that I'm incorrect though.

Ron

UncleDude

did you click every option? 😂

Loess

The side air intakes and mirror caps aren’t carbon on the non WP car. The interior intake ducts and air filter cover in carbon makes the WP for me. Almost every old cayman owner dreamed of a bit more dressed up engine cover area.

GrantG

Looks to me that WP is just for looks - they’re not even claiming a weight savings…

At least in Europe you get a titanium roll bar…

pfbz

That is what AP said in the topgear video....

CAlexio

side note.. buying a pair of Bunker driving shoes to channel my inner AP

Warwick Morris

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Mid-engined sports car with racing DNA offers maximum driving pleasure

The new Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS unveiled in LA

Stuttgart/Los Angeles/Australia. When 368 kW / 500 PS* (horsepower) from a high-revving mid-mounted engine meets a purist 1,415 kg kerb weight, it is time for the term ‘driving pleasure‘ to be redefined.

The Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS is the new flagship model in the 718 family – an uncompromising driver’s car designed to impress with its lightweight construction, extremely agile chassis set-up, sophisticated aerodynamics and unique soundtrack. Whether it is being driven on narrow, winding mountain roads or closed race tracks, the 718 Cayman GT4 RS is king of the compact mid-engined range. On the Nürburgring Nordschleife, it outperforms its sibling, the 718 Cayman GT4, by more than 23 seconds.

The naturally aspirated flat-six engine, familiar from the 911 GT3 Cup racing car and the 911 GT3 series production model, forms the centrepiece of a sports car that has been designed for maximum driving pleasure. The engine revs as high as 9,000 rpm. Compared to the 718 Cayman GT4, the 718 Cayman GT4 RS has an extra 59 kW / 80 PS*, resulting in a weight-to-power ratio of 2.83 kg/PS. Maximum torque has been increased from 430 to 450 Nm.

Among the striking features of the new, top-of-the-range 718 are the process air intakes behind the driver and passenger windows. The 718 Cayman normally has small side windows here. The new air intakes improve both the intake airflow and, at the same time, create a thrilling intake noise right next to the occupants' ears. The characteristic air intakes in front of the rear wheels have been retained and are used for engine cooling.

Like every modern RS model, the new 718 GT4 RS is exclusively available with the Porsche dual clutch transmission (PDK). This gearbox shifts through its seven gears at lightning speed and guarantees maximum performance. The gearshift paddles allow drivers to keep their hands on the steering wheel even when changing gear manually. Alternatively, they can use the re-designed selector lever on the centre console.

The sports low-ratio PDK underpins the incredible acceleration of this mid-engined sports car. The 718 Cayman GT4 RS is capable of 0 to 100 km/h in 3.4 seconds (GT4 with PDK: 3.9 seconds) and has a top speed of 315 km/h (GT4 with PDK: 302 km/h), which it reaches in seventh gear.

In typical RS style, lightweight construction is a defining element of the new 718 Cayman GT4 RS design. The two-seater weighs only 1,415 kilograms, with a full fuel tank and without a driver as defined by the DIN standard, which is 35 kg less than a PDK-equipped 718 GT4. This weight reduction is achieved thanks to the use of carbon fibre reinforced plastic (CFRP) for components such as the bonnet and front wings. Lightweight carpets also save weight, as does reducing the amount of insulation material. The rear window is made of lightweight glass. Lightweight door panels with textile opening loops and nets on the storage compartments complete the quest to eliminate every superfluous gram.

The new fixed rear wing, its swan-neck attachment and aluminium wing supports, are a distinctive element of the exterior design. This highly efficient wing principle is derived from the Porsche 911 RSR GT racing car and was first adopted in a Porsche series production car with the 911 GT3. In combination with the 30-millimetre-lower ride height compared to the 718 Cayman, the eye-catching vents on the front wheel arches, the aerodynamically optimised underbody panelling with connected rear diffuser, the multi-adjustable front diffuser and the new front spoiler lip with flow-around side blades, in the Performance mode reserved for use on race tracks the GT4 RS generates approximately 25 per cent more downforce than the GT4.

Modifications to the chassis also contribute to its greater performance. Ball joints bind the chassis tightly to the body to deliver even more precise and direct handling. The adjustable, circuit-ready chassis has an RS-specific shock absorber set-up, as well as modified spring and anti-roll bar rates.

The optional Weissach package takes the dynamic design of the GT4 RS even further. The front luggage-compartment lid, process air intakes, cooling air intakes, airbox cover, exterior mirror upper trims and rear wing have a carbon-weave finish. The titanium tailpipes look similar to the exhaust system on the Porsche 935. The fitted roll cage at the rear is also made of titanium. The upper section of the dashboard is upholstered in Race-Tex material and a large Porsche logo is integrated into the rear window. With the Weissach package 20-inch forged magnesium wheels can be ordered at additional cost instead of the 20-inch forged aluminium wheels.

All of these enhancements compared to the 718 Cayman GT4 make the GT4 RS the most uncompromising and sharpest member of the 718 family. This is particularly evident on the Nürburgring Nordschleife. During the final phase of set-up adjustments, Porsche brand ambassador Jörg Bergmeister lapped the 20.832-kilometre track in 7:09.300 minutes. The GT4 RS conquered the shorter 20.6 km version, which previously served as the benchmark, in 7:04.511 minutes – 23.6 seconds faster than the 718 Cayman GT4.

The unique Porsche Design Chronograph 718 Cayman GT4 RS, created by Porsche Design exclusively for buyers of the vehicle, is as dynamic as its four-wheeled counterpart. The watch also benefits from a lightweight design concept with high-performance features based on the robust, high-tech characteristics of titanium. Its winding rotor is modelled on the sports car’s rims and can be specified in different colours, just like the car.

The new Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS is celebrating its world premiere at the Los Angeles Auto Show and is available to order now. The optional Weissach package is also available to further enhance its aerodynamics. Australian deliveries are expected to commence from mid-2022.

In Australia, the new 718 Cayman GT4 RS will additionally be equipped with automatically dimming mirrors including rain sensor, cruise control, ParkAssist (rear only), reversing camera, Light Design Package and digital radio.

Australian pricing
718 Cayman GT4 RS: $300,800 ^

The 718 Cayman GT4 RS Clubsport racing version is also celebrating its premiere in Los Angeles, and it will be launched in several national and international racing series starting in 2022.

Further information, film and photo material can be found in the Porsche Newsroom: newsroom.porsche.com.au

^ Prices are recommended retail prices before statutory on-road and dealer delivery charges, which vary from State to State and between dealers. Driveaway pricing available via the Porsche Car Configurator at Porsche.com.au. All prices shown are based on a standard specification vehicle with no optional equipment (unless otherwise selected). Final prices may vary from dealer to dealer and according to individual circumstances. Prices are subject to change without notice. Please contact an Official Porsche Centre to obtain specific information about prices, vehicles and features.

* PS (PferdeStärke, German for horsepower) is the standard unit used in the European Union to measure the power output of a motor in ‘metric horsepower’

ArjandeV

Just sayin..

pfbz

But it does look damn good....

A bit of a stretch, but the WP gives the scoop-style air intake which might offer a tiny performance advantage.






That will be a real piece of unobtanium over here...