2025-01-15 · 6 min read
Porsche 718 vs 981 Boxster/Cayman — Malaysia Guide
981 (2012–2016): 2.7L/3.4L naturally-aspirated flat-six — no direct injection (no carbon), smoother power. IMS fixed vs 986/987. 982 718 (2016+): 2.0L/2.5L turbo flat-four — more torque, slightly less character, carbon concern. GT4 982: 4.0L flat-six (from 992 GT3) — no carbon, best driver's car. Malaysia buying: 982 GTS 4.0L or GT4 if budget allows; 982 2.0L for daily use.
Porsche 718 Generations Guide
- 981 Boxster / Cayman (2012–2016): 2.7L/3.4L flat-six, naturally aspirated, port injection — no carbon buildup, IMS risk resolved
- 982 718 Boxster / Cayman (2016–2023): 2.0L/2.5L flat-four turbo, direct injection — carbon buildup expected; controversial engine note vs. 981 flat-six
- 718 GTS 4.0 / GT4 / Spyder (2019+): 4.0L flat-six NA, port injection — beloved engine note, no carbon issue, manual available
- 982.1 facelift (2023+): 4.0L T-Hybrid added; pure EV Cayman GT4 e-Performance tested — future direction uncertain
- Buy guide: GT4/Spyder for pure experience; GTS 4.0 for daily + fun; 718S PDK for balanced use; avoid 981/982 IMS concern is gone