Sime Darby Auto Performance (SDAP), the official importer of Porsche vehicles in Malaysia has just officially launched the new Cayman and Cayman S. First premiered at the Los Angeles Auto Show in November 2012, the third generation of the Cayman has been completely redeveloped. It is lower and longer, lighter and faster, more efficient and more powerful than ever. A longer wheelbase, wider track, and larger wheels enhance the driving performance of the mid-engine sports car to a level without equal in its competitive class. The new two-seater is the third sports car mod el line from Porsche, after the 911 Carrera and Boxtser, to feature innovative lightweight body design.
“The new third-generation Cayman was developed in accordance with the code of the curve. The result is a mid-engine concept with a low centre of gravity in the centre of the car, producing exceptional agility and cornering dynamics. The new Cayman models also adds on to Porsche’s exciting product line-up for 2013 and we are eager to see more Porsche cars on the road in Malaysia,” said Arnt Bayer, Chief Executive Officer of SDAP.
The base price of the new Cayman starts from RM 500,000 and the Cayman S from RM 610,000, which includes a 4-year factory warranty and a 4-year complimentary service maintenance package. The price stated includes all applicable duties and excludes registration fee, road tax and insurance. Specifications and prices are subject to change without prior notice. Terms and conditions apply.
About the new Cayman and Cayman S
The new Cayman is up to 30kg lighter thanks to the innovative lightweight body design and also has a fuel efficiency of 7.7 km/l which is up to 15 percent more fuel efficient than the previous model, despite higher engine and driving performance. The new Cayman equipped with a 2.7-litre flat six-cylinder engine produces 275hp and a maximum torque of 290 Nm. It accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds and reaches a top speed of 264 km/h, all with Porsche Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK).
The new Cayman S is equipped with the 3.4-litre flat six-cylinder engine and it produces 325 hp and a maximum torque of 370 Nm. Its best possible acceleration from a standstill to 100 km/h is 4.7 seconds, when equipped with the Sports Chrono Package (in conjunction with PDK). The Cayman S can reach a top speed of 281 km/h and shows an improved fuel efficiency of 8.0 km/l.
In Malaysia the new standard options for the Cayman models are Tire Pressure monitoring, Bi Xenon Headlights including Porsche Dynamic Lighting system (PDLS), Park Assist for front and rear, Power Steering Plus, and the Sound Package Plus with 9 loudspeakers and 235 Watts total output.
In addition the Cayman S comes with Sport Chrono Package Plus which now also includes the dynamic transmission mount. In combination with the standard option PDK it also offers the “Launch Control” function and motor sport derived shift strategy.
Porsche is also upgrading the Cayman with new optional features. This includes the Adaptive Cruise Contol (ACC) which is now available for the first time. ACC controls the distance to the car ahead in traffic and vehicle speed. A specially-developed Burmester ® High-End Surround Sound System with 12 amplifier channels with a total output of 821 watts and 12 loudspeakers including an active subwoofer integrated in the body shell is also available as an option.
