2006 Porsche Cayman S Consumer Reviews
Fuel Economy
21 mpg
Recent Consumer Reviews
(46 Total Reviews)
Flawless
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Porsche Cayman S 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
Review
The Cayman S is best all around Porsche I have ever owned. The quality is excellent. The Cayman S is well balanced between power and handling. Great roadablity around town and when I select the PASM and it is outstanding. And the servicing is only 2 year or 20K.
Favorite Features
PASM, Xenon Headlights, the design interior and exterior.
Suggested Improvements
5 out 5 people found this review helpful
Nonstop problems
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 5 | Fun-to-Drive: | 5 | Build Quality: | 3 |
| Comfort: | 5 | Interior Design: | 5 | Reliability: | 1 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Porsche Cayman S 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
Review
I have had nonstop problems with my Cayman s 2006 converters had to be replaced, check engine lights several times, air bag lights and now a new clutch system because the wrong one was put in from the factory. Oh yes coolant light comes on but it is not low check the Cayman forums before you buy Porsche dependability was ranks last according to a recent survey
Favorite Features
Sharp looking car
Suggested Improvements
Do not sell the car until it is ready
7 out 13 people found this review helpful
None Better than Cayman S
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Porsche Cayman S 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
Review
Simply the finest auto I've ever driven. Everything about this machine has been thought out completely. Workmanship is outstanding.
Favorite Features
One of the most impressive features of the Cayman S is the breadth of the power band within each of the 6 gears.
Suggested Improvements
Quite frankly, I can think of a single thing I would change.
2 out 3 people found this review helpful
Porsche finally has it right.
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Porsche Cayman S 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
Review
I used to race Porsches and have been waiting for a Porsche that's better than the old 550 RS. I think this one is. Aside from an urge to drive 2 or 3 times the speed limit, this is a perfect car for me. However, that might not be for everyone. It's delightfully noisy, making the multispeaker radio not very useful at speed and hands-off cell phone calls are pretty nearly impossible. For a car that handles this well, it's incredibly comfortable. For a car that accelerates so vigorously and has a top speed around 170 mph, it is unbelievably docile in LA freeway traffic jams. I have about 18,000 miles on her (I name my cars, this one is Chloe) and have had no problems.
Favorite Features
Are you kidding? Handling is incredible. Acceleration is great but far from what the chassis can handle. But my favorite is the incredible precision of response of the car to everything I ask.
Suggested Improvements
More piercing horn. More power.
7 out 7 people found this review helpful
"Performance car of the year!"
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Porsche Cayman S 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
Review
The Cayman S has great performance and is truly fun to drive. I have driven Maserati, Aston Martin, and Ferrari, but this is one of my favorites. I have always been a Porsche fan. It's easy to drive and has a great sleek design. The great thing about the Cayman S is it looks much more expensive than the car is priced. The only other car I have driven that comes close is the Maserati Quattroporte and the Aston Martin Vanquish. I love my Cayman S.
Favorite Features
The one I bought was Tiptronic and it is awesome. I love it because when I'm in the mountains or just on the road I can switch the transmission to manual with the steering wheel arrows.
Suggested Improvements
No complaints.
1 out 7 people found this review helpful
Almost the Perfect Sports Car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Porsche Cayman S 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
Review
The Cayman has incredible handling due to its mid-engine design. It is more fun to drive than cars that cost twice as much. It has excellent acceleration, though the car needs to be at least in the 3,000 rpm range for peak performance.
Favorite Features
The very nicely appointed interior and decent storage space for two seat car due to mid-engine layout. The beautiful exterior design.
Suggested Improvements
Options are very expensive. Porsche should include routine maintenance in the sales price for the warranty period. Also, it took deliberate steps to keep this car's power less than 911 model, it could use more low-end torque.
4 out 4 people found this review helpful
Cayman S
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Porsche Cayman S 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
Review
The Cayman S is an excellent car! It is a real joy to drive and a real head turner. With the mid engine design, this car handles the mountain roads like no other.
Favorite Features
Suggested Improvements
The car occasionally feels under powered.
3 out 11 people found this review helpful
New Car Impressions
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Porsche Cayman S 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
Review
I discovered a new white, brown leather Cayman S in the garage a couple of weeks ago; a gift from my wife to liven up a long commute which it does nicely. It has Bose, heated seats, power seats, all the stuff in the performance package plus and I have put on 610 lawfully driven miles so far with no surprises. The manual says take it easy (keep it under 4,200rpm) for 2,000 miles. That means 1,260 not very exciting miles ahead. After that I can tell it is going to be a sweet ride. Its initial fuel consumption is sky high but should improve. I had the 3M clear bra film installed. The car is tight, supple, loud, sticky, fast and driving it might be the most fun you can have with your clothes on.
Favorite Features
It has decent storage. The engine sounds great if you like listening to the engine noise behind your head. The tires stick to the ground like glue. It is very nimble and has a supple suspension. It has a great clutch and shifter. The Bose stereo sounds amazing, even with all that noise happening. The fit and finish throughout is flawless.
Suggested Improvements
It needs XM, more seat travel, the ground clearance is a constant concern - the air dams rub on very mild slopes, and it has poor rear visibility. This car needs a spare tire or run-flats or at least TPM. Routine maintenance should be included at this price point during the warranty period.
13 out 16 people found this review helpful
Watch out 911
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Porsche Cayman S 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
Review
I have driven BMWs for years now, but wanted more pure sports car for the track. This car was just plain awesome on the 2.5 mile Heartland Park road course. Porsche has to be under rating the speed and horsepower numbers on this car for fear of losing 911 sales. If Porsche wanted to tweak it some more, this car and engine could blow the 911 out of the water. This is a great car, hands down. It puts a smile on my face every time I drive. It's friendly as an everyday driver too.
Favorite Features
The interior quality, seats, tremendous brakes, storage space, and ease of shifting (great clutch).
Suggested Improvements
The Bose stereo needs better reception. And, come on Porsche, what's with the lack of iPod, MP3, or satellite radio options. Get with the 2000's.
3 out 3 people found this review helpful
2007 Porsche Cayman S
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Porsche Cayman S 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
Review
What an outstanding car! My last two cars were 'vettes. This car is superior in performance, handling, quality and more fun to drive. I get compliments everywhere I go. Definitely get the PASM and spend the extra money on the leather interior - you will be glad you did. The quality and worksmanship of the full leather is unbelievable. Only get the chrono package if you are going to track the car. I wish I had chosen the sport shifter, but the stock six-speed shifter is still the best I've driven. The Carrera 19" wheels painted in the exterior body color is awesome.
Favorite Features
PASM
Suggested Improvements
Porsche needs to offer the iPod adpater, they are late to the party on this.
8 out 10 people found this review helpful
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