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Porsche AG is celebrating the world premiere of the new Cayman at the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show which runs until Sunday.
The third generation of the two-seater has been completely newly developed. It is lower and longer, lighter and faster, more efficient and more powerful than ever, its makers say. A longer wheelbase, wider track and larger wheels enhance the driving performance of the mid-engine sports car.
The new Cayman is – after the 911 Carrera and Boxster – the third sports car model line from Porsche to feature innovative lightweight body design. The new generation is up to 30kg lighter, depending on the specific model and equipment, and consumes up to 15 per cent less fuel per 100km than the previous model – despite higher engine and driving performance.
The new generation of the two-seat mid-engine sports car is debuting in two classic Porsche versions: the Cayman and the Cayman S. The base model is powered by a 2.7-litre flat six-cylinder engine with 275hp. It accelerates from zero to 100km/h in 5.4 seconds, depending on the equipment, and reaches a top speed of 266km/h.
The 3.4-litre engine of the Cayman S produces 325hp; the best possible acceleration from a standstill to 100km/h is 4.7secs with appropriate features. The Cayman S can reach a top speed of 283km/h.
Both sport coupés are equipped with six-speed manual transmission as standard. The seven-speed PDK is available as an option; it enables faster acceleration and better fuel economy.
There are also new optional features. For example, the sport coupé is now available with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) for the first time; it controls the distance to the car ahead in traffic and vehicle speed, as well as a specially developed Burmester sound system. Another new feature for the Cayman is the keyless Entry & Drive system, which is available as an option.
From the front end, the new Cayman is marked by its dominant cooling air inlets, which increase in size towards the sides of the car. Just as unique to the new generation of the sport coupé are the large, low rear lid made of aluminium and the rear section with its wrap-around edges.
The new Porsche Cayman and Cayman S are available for order with first deliveries starting in April. The basic retail price for the Cayman in the Gulf region is $54,469 (BD20,480) whereas the Cayman S is available from $61,945 (BD23,300).
Contact the Porsche Centre Bahrain on 17459911 for more details.
