Porsche has finally launched the new 718 Cayman T and 718 Boxster T in the United States, with pricing kicking off at $66,400 and $68,500 respectively – not including the $1,350 destination charge.

This makes the new 718 Cayman T and Boxster T models $9,500 more expensive than the base models, and  $14,300 more affordable than the GTS versions. The range-topping Cayman GT4 starts at $99,200 and the 718 Spyder at $96,300.

Powering the two T models is the 2.0-liter, turbocharged four-cylinder boxer engine, rated at 296 hp (300 PS / 221 kW) and 280 lb-ft (380 Nm) of torque.

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The flat-four engine, which carries over from the standard Cayman and Boxster, works together either with the standard six-speed manual gearbox or the optional PDK. When fitted with the latter, 0-60 mph (0-96 km/h) takes 4.5 seconds and top speed is 170 mph (274 km/h).

Both the Cayman T and Boxster T come with PASM sport suspension as standard. This is an option on the 718 S and GTS models, featuring shorter springs that lower the ride height by 0.78 inches (20 mm) compared to the standard Boxster and Cayman as well as re-tuned adaptive dampers. Complementing the torque vectoring system is a mechanical limited slip differential.

You won’t be able to tell the new T models apart from the regular ones unless you pay attention to the special lettering applied to the sides, Agate Grey mirror covers, 20-inch 911 Carrera S wheels, painted in Titanium Grey, and high-gloss black exhaust tips.

Replacing the traditional door handles inside are the black loops, while the rest of the cabin features include a sports steering wheel and seats, ‘718’ embroidery in the headrests and high-gloss black trim on the dashboard and center console. You could also choose the optional bucket seats or the 18-way adaptive sport seats, as well as the Interior Package that adds contrast stitching in several hues, with matching seatbelts, 718 lettering in the headrests and door opening loops.

Porsche Finally Launches 718 Cayman T And Boxster T In The U.S.
Porsche Finally Launches 718 Cayman T And Boxster T In The U.S.
Porsche Finally Launches 718 Cayman T And Boxster T In The U.S.
Porsche Finally Launches 718 Cayman T And Boxster T In The U.S.
Porsche Finally Launches 718 Cayman T And Boxster T In The U.S.
Porsche Finally Launches 718 Cayman T And Boxster T In The U.S.
Porsche Finally Launches 718 Cayman T And Boxster T In The U.S.
Porsche Finally Launches 718 Cayman T And Boxster T In The U.S.
Porsche Finally Launches 718 Cayman T And Boxster T In The U.S.
Porsche Finally Launches 718 Cayman T And Boxster T In The U.S.