What is Porsche Cayman PDK?
The Porsche Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK) was designed by Porsche in the 1980s for motorsports and is now a staple in new Porsche vehicles. It translates to “Porsche double-clutch transmission” and operates similarly to other DCTs in the automotive industry.
What year did Porsche put the PDK in the Cayman?
2009
2009 MY: With deliveries starting early 2009, ‘Gen 2’ 987 receives all new Direct Fuel Injection (DFI) engine. Porsche Doppel Kupplung (PDK) dual clutch gearbox replaces Tiptronic as an option. Base model engine size increased to 2.9-litres. Caymans given 10bhp maximum power advantage over respective Boxsters.
Does the Cayman GT4 come with PDK?
For 2021, the Cayman GT4 is available with Porsche’s seven-speed PDK dual-clutch automatic transmission. It’s the same gearbox you’ll find in a lot of the company’s other sports cars, and it comes with a number of benefits. No surprise, PDK works beautifully with the GT4’s 4.0-liter flat-six.
Who builds PDK?
Tracing its roots all the way back to the iconic 956 and 926 sports cars of the 1980s, Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) has revolutionized the way enthusiasts view the automatic transmission. Introduced in 2009, Porsche PDK challenges the limits of performance and speed by shifting quicker than conventional transmissions.
What are the specs of a 2009 Porsche Cayman?
Cars.com reviewers observe that the 2009 Porsche Cayman “has pronounced front fenders finished with elliptical headlights and a low hood,” and while similar to the Boxster up front, “the Cayman S’ appearance veers away from the Boxster’s the farther back you go.”
What kind of transmission does a Porsche Cayman have?
Now the Cayman is the Porsche getting revised engines (including direct fuel injection for S models) and a new seven-speed twin-clutch transmission dubbed Porsche Doppel-Kupplungsgetriebe— or PDK, for those not inclined to German. PDK replaces the aging Tiptronic five-speed manumatic transmission.
How much does a new Porsche Cayman cost?
The Sports Chrono Package costs less than $1,000, and it’s money well spent, adding a more aggressive mode for the engine management, along with the characteristics of other systems like the PASM suspension, resulting in a car that’s even faster to respond. The 2009 Porsche Cayman is a fabulous ride that’s worth every penny.
What kind of airbags does a Porsche Cayman have?
The 2009 Porsche Cayman comes with dual side and side curtain airbags, anti-lock brakes, and the performance-tuned Porsche Stability Management stability control system. It has not been crash-tested by either of the established U.S. programs. The 2009 Porsche Cayman is one good-looking vehicle inside and out.
What’s the price of a 2009 Porsche Cayman?
The 2009 Porsche Cayman has a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) starting just over $50,000, while the Cayman S stickers closer to $60,000. The PDK transmission adds an additional $3,400.
Is there a Porsche Cayman with PCM 3.0?
Indeed, for those of you who are interested in how PCM 3.0 stacks up compared to its progenitors, our Porsche-aholic head honcho, Riyad, has it covered (see Riyad’s take on PCM 3.0 below). However, one shouldn’t have to make excuses for Porsches when it comes to in-car technology.
What kind of radio does a Porsche Cayman have?
Given the mediocre quality of the screen though, that’s probably just as well. In PCM trim, the Cayman’s radio is a conventional analogue system with AM and FM tuners and RDS support. Long-wave analogue and digital radio are not on the menu.
What’s the speed of a Porsche Cayman S?
Subjectively, the Cayman S PDK we drove (Porsche didn’t let us drive any other setup) felt about as quick as the 2008 model. Porsche claims a PDK-equipped Cayman S will accelerate to 62 mph in 4.9 seconds when performing a start in sport plus mode with launch control, a feature only available with the optional Sport Chrono package.