Model year guide

2011 Porsche Cayman

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2011 Porsche Cayman is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

2011 Porsche Cayman — representative photo
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2011 Porsche Cayman at a glance

Owner complaints5
Combined22–23 mpg

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2011 Porsche Cayman common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

2011 Porsche Cayman MPG & running costs

Combined22–23 mpg
City20 mpg
Highway28 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,650
EPA size classTwo Seaters
TransmissionAutomatic 7-spd or Manual 6-spd
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$6,250 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2011 Porsche Cayman costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$18,250
Fuel only$18,250
Per mile$0.24

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2011 Porsche Cayman trims & engines on record

Trims
Base
Engines
2.9L 6-cyl 265 hp

2011 Porsche Cayman vehicles on record

Other Porsche Cayman model years

2011 Porsche Cayman — frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Porsche Cayman?

Across all 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, engine.

What gas mileage does the 2011 Porsche Cayman get?

The 2011 Porsche Cayman has U.S. EPA estimates of 22–23 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.