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Porsche Cayman generations and tyre sizes

Cayman

987C

2005 – 2009
Petrol180–223 kW (245–303 PS)Manual / Automatic
Cayman 987C (1. Facelift)

987C (1. Facelift)

2009 – 2012
Petrol195–243 kW (265–330 PS)Manual / Automatic
Cayman

981C

2013 – 2016
Petrol202–283 kW (275–385 PS)Manual / Automatic
Cayman 982C

982C

2016 – 2025
Petrol220–368 kW (299–500 PS)Manual / Automatic

For the Porsche Cayman in 2026, the top-rated Summer tyres are Continental SportContact 7 (rated 10.0/10) and Hankook Ventus Evo (rated 9.9/10). The Porsche Cayman uses 6 tyre sizes across 4 generations. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

Summer tyres for Porsche Cayman - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Summer tyres for Porsche Cayman

Best tyres for Porsche Cayman by category

Best for dry
Continental SportContact 7
9.3/10
Best for wet
Bridgestone Potenza Sport
9.1/10
Best for comfort
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
9.1/10
Best for noise
Michelin Primacy 5
9.0/10
Best overall
Continental SportContact 7
10.0/10

Tyre comparison for Porsche Cayman

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Continental SportContact 710.08.69.37.78.0Premium80%
2Hankook Ventus Evo9.99.09.18.88.6Premium200%
3Dunlop Blue Response TG9.8----Premium60%
4Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S9.67.78.57.07.6Premium340%
5Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 69.48.59.18.17.4Premium80%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Summer tyres for Porsche Cayman?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Summer tyres for Porsche Cayman are: Continental SportContact 7 (10.0/10), Hankook Ventus Evo (9.9/10), Dunlop Blue Response TG (9.8/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit Porsche Cayman?
The Porsche Cayman uses the following tyre sizes: 205/55 R17, 235/40 R18, 235/35 R19, / R, 235/35 R20, 245/35 R20.
How many generations does the Porsche Cayman have?
The Porsche Cayman has 4 generations, from 2005 to 2016.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for Porsche Cayman?
For wet road performance on Porsche Cayman, the top-rated tyres are Bridgestone Potenza Sport (9.1/10) And Hankook Ventus Evo (9.0/10).
Are Continental SportContact 7 good for Porsche Cayman?
Yes, the Continental SportContact 7 is the top-rated tyre for Porsche Cayman with a rating of 10.0/10. Its strongest discipline is dry. It covers 80% of Porsche Cayman tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for Porsche Cayman?
To choose the right tyres for Porsche Cayman: 1) Check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) Choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) Compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) Consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) Decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.

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