Should you buy one?

Absolutely. The 718 Cayman is that rare thing: a high-quality sports car that’ll thrill when you’re in the mood, and just get on unobtrusively with the business of driving from A-B when you’re commuting.

We would urge you to add some key options if you’re using it every day. A reversing camera is a must, for instance. How far you want to go regarding other performance-enhancing equipment comes down to your personal preference. It’s unlikely models with lower suspension will really benefit you if you’re commuting in a Cayman, but the PDK automatic transmission will make your drive more relaxed. The manual is lovely and involving, but the clutch pedal can be quite heavy in its operation.

The four-cylinder units are very strong and provide excellent performance. The 2.5-litre brings with it a fine blend of power, performance and usability without being overly pricey and this is the one we’d recommend to people who’ll use a Cayman every day. But if you want it as a weekend play thing we urge you to spring for a faster and more visceral six-cylinder model.

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What we like

You don’t have to spend the most amount of money to get one that will reward you. Granted, Porsche will certainly oblige if you want the best model, or if you want a bespoke one to your own specification. But we’re pleased to report that even if you bought an entry-level model, you won’t be left disappointed when it comes to driving fun.

What we don’t like

Very little. The standard level of kit can feel a bit mean, and the long gearing – especially with the manual gearbox – means you can’t fully utilise the performance.

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