This Porsche Sports Car Will End Production in 2025

A beloved sports car icon is set to leave showrooms in 2025, marking the end of an era for enthusiasts who cherish its balance of performance and analog driving thrills. Its departure signals a shift as the brand embraces electrification and a new generation of vehicles.

Known for its precise handling, lightweight feel, and driver-focused cockpit, this model has long been celebrated for delivering pure sports car excitement. Fans will feel the loss keenly as it exits the market.

While electric successors promise innovation and efficiency, nothing replaces the unique character of this outgoing sports car. Its final year is a bittersweet moment for purists and collectors alike, closing the chapter on one of the most engaging drivers’ cars of recent decades.

In order to give you the most up-to-date and accurate information possible, the data used to compile this article was sourced from various manufacturer websites and other authoritative sources such as TopSpeed and the EPA.

The ICE Porsche 718 Cayman and Boxster Bow Outs At the End of This Year

The Porsche 718 hasn’t been around all that long, with it hitting the market back in 2016. In its time on the market, it has captured the hearts and souls of enthusiasts, with a purist driving experience that is hard to find anywhere else. Seeing it being pulled from the market makes us a little teary, to be honest.

A Replacement Is Still Far Off

Porsche has announced that 2025 will be the last year that you can grab yourself a 718 Cayman or Boxster. At this stage, Porsche seems like they will stop taking orders by October this year (2025). This is despite the insane popularity of the model range and its cult-like fanbase.

It is now common knowledge that the 718 will continue, but as an all-electric sports car instead. There have even been some test cars running around, and most who have driven it say it offers absurd levels of fun. While a Porsche-developed electric sports car is a pretty exciting prospect, we’re sad that it comes at the cost of the internal combustion models.

At least we got more time with the ICE model than those in Europe, with certain regulations forcing Porsche to stop taking deliveries of the ICE 718 and Macan earlier this year. The launch date for the electric 718 hasn’t yet been announced, but we’re expecting it to hit the market some time in 2026 as a 2027 model year.

The ICE Cayman and Boxster Lineup Is Legendary

The 718 comes either as the Cayman coupe or the Boxster convertible roadster. Both models feature the same trim levels, from the Base model to the GTS 4.0. If you want the most insane, track-focused version of the sports car, you want the RS, with the Cayman coming as the GT4 RS and the Spyder RS. In any case, it’s a fraction of the cost of a 911.

With a month or two left, if you were considering grabbing a 718, we would do it now. Picking trims can be hard, but we would definitely opt for the GTS 4.0, striking the best balance between price and performance. We think that this model is capable of keeping up with cars that cost tens of thousands more. The GTS 4.0 upgrades you to a six-cylinder engine, a fantastic adaptive suspension system, and a raucous exhaust system, along with a bevy of other features.

The End of the ICE 718 Boosted Sales

The announcement of the end of internal combustion engines in the 718 clearly struck a chord with enthusiasts, with it having a profound effect on sales. Porsche saw an over 67 percent increase in sales in Q2 this year compared to last year, with the first half sales of the 718 increasing by 74 percent.

Despite the increases, we understand the German brand’s desire to shake things up. The 718 sits at the bottom of the Porsche lineup in terms of sales. Porsche has sold nearly twice as many 911s this year. The only models that compare to the 718 are the Panamera and the Taycan, both being very niche cars.

Porsche’s Internal Combustion 718 Is a Love Letter to Driving Purists

While the 911 gets a lot of credit for being the performance benchmark, the 718 is the more driver-focused car in our opinion. It is smaller, more analog, and more engaging to drive. If you’re looking for a sports car that doesn’t make any compromises, the 718 Cayman and Boxster are unmatched.

2025 Performance Specifications

Each trim level bumps up output and performance. The Base and Style Edition models come with the least potent setup, though it is still more than enough to deliver brilliant thrills. The S gets a larger, more powerful version of this setup. A flat-six is available in the GTS 4.0 and the GT4 RS, though. Every model comes with rear-wheel drive and can be optioned with a slick six-speed manual instead of the PDK.

The 718 is one of the purest driving experiences on the market. It is a rear-wheel drive, mid-engined sports car that checks just about every box. While opting for top trims unlocks performance equipment like a limited-slip differential and brake-based torque vectoring, every model feels fantastic. Its grip and agility make it a weapon through corners and its adjustable ride makes it one of the best road-tripping sports cars you can buy.

An Easy Sports Car to Live With

Porsche’s 718 may be designed to be driven hard around the track, but it is still a pretty easy car to live with on the day-to-day. While most Porsche owners don’t daily their cars, you definitely could with the Cayman or Boxster. Beyond their sporting equipment, they also come fitted with plenty of driver assist features. Below are some of the key available features.

• ParkAssist with Front and Rear Parking Sensors
• LED Headlights with Porsche Dynamic Light System
• Lane Change Assist and Lane Keep Assist
• Adaptive Cruise Control
• Traffic Sign Recognition

It May Be a Stripped Down Sports Car, But Its Still a Porsche

While the 718 is clearly designed to be a more agile and more analog sporting experience than the 911, its badge means quality and comfort are still major priorities. Jumping into the next all-electric generation, we hope that Porsche manages to strike the same balance between performance and luxury that they have in this model.

Interior Design and Key Comfort Features

• 18-Way Power-Adjustable Sport Seats
• Leather Upholstery
• Heated and Ventilated Seats
• Heated Steering Wheel
• Dual-Zone Climate Control

As with most Porsches, building your 718 is a personal experience. While some features come standard, the configurator is a veritable choose-your-own-adventure. You can choose everything from the type of leather you want to the color of the stitching. You can even get carbon fiber floor mats if, for whatever reason, that’s on your priority list.

The 718 is a two-door, two-seat convertible only. The standard sport seats are incredibly comfortable, but you can opt for sporty bucket seats if you prefer. For a small sports car, the 718 also offers a reasonable amount of cargo space, rivaling some of the most spacious models in its class.

Infotainment and Technology

While there is a ton of tech available in the 718, don’t expect it to be a futuristic sports car covered in screens. In fact, the main screen you will find in the cabin is a seven-inch infotainment system that is mounted in the center of the dashboard. Android Auto unfortunately isn’t available, but every model features wireless Apple CarPlay.

To get built in Wi-Fi and navigation, you are going to have to shell out some more cash, as is the Porsche way. There are a number of other features that we think probably should be standard at this price point that you have to pay for, including a compartment for your smartphone. The standard sound system is pretty good, but you can upgrade to either a Bose one or a 12-speaker Burmester unit.