- Porsche is developing single- and dual-motor versions of the Cayman EV.
- The brand has reportedly been finding it hard to match the dynamics of the ICE version.
- It looks as if Porsche will take heavy design inspiration from the existing Taycan.
Porsche may have changed its strategy to include more gas-powered models in the years to come, but it’s not turning its back on electric vehicles. Development of its all-electric 718 series of Cayman and Boxster models is charging ahead, much to the dismay of purists who aren’t thrilled about seeing their favorite mid-engined sports car go electric. But if any brand knows how to make an electric sports car actually exciting, it’s Porsche.
In late January, the first prototype of the Cayman EV was snapped up close, revealing a design that’s easily identifiable as a Porsche, but has many points of difference from the current Cayman. A new set of renderings provide us with an excellent idea of how the finished product could look. Visually, it could be quite compelling.
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These renderings from digital artist Nikita Chuicko (Kelsonik) that are based on recent prototypes spied on the road show that the front of the Cayman EV could take inspiration from both the 911 and the all-electric Taycan sedan. It features a grille and air intakes similar to those of the Cayman GT4, paired with headlights reminiscent of the Taycan. The nose also appears slightly shorter than the current Cayman, but the proportions remain well-balanced.
Illustrations Nikita Chuicko / Kelsonik
Porsche will also look at its current range for design inspiration at the car’s rear. Gone are the oval-shaped taillights we’ve come to expect from the sports car series, and sitting in their place are simple horizontal LEDs. Significant changes have also been made to the car’s rear bumper and diffuser. Look closely, and you’ll also notice the charging port is directly in the center of the rear fascia, as seen on the prototype from a couple of weeks ago.
Both single- and dual-motor versions of the Cayman EV should be offered to customers. There’s no word on how much the car will have, but it’s safe to assume it’ll outperform the current car, but perhaps not the flagship GT4 RS.
