The current Porsche Cayman is 172.4″ long, 70.9″ wide, on a 97.6″ wheelbase, weighing 2,976 lb. Since 2006 it has grown 1% in length and gained 1% in weight. At 14.4 feet it fits a standard garage and fits a street parking space.
Every Porsche Cayman generation, measured
One row per generation. Watch the weight column — that is where most of the change happens, and it is the number that decides fuel use, tyre wear and how far the car takes to stop.
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–2013 | 171.3″ | 70.9″ | 51.2″ | 94.9″ | 2,954 lb |
| 2014–2016 | 172.4″ | 70.9″ | 50.8″ | 97.6″ | 2,976 lb |
From 2006 to today the Cayman gained 1.2″ of length (1%) and 22 lb of weight (1%). A modern compact often outweighs the mid-size car of a generation before.
Cayman year by year
Measured every model year, not just at generation changes — 11 years on record. Small moves inside a generation are facelifts; the jumps are new platforms.
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 173.6″ | 71.3″ | 97.6″ | 3 | |
| 2015 | 172.8″ | 70.9″ | 97.6″ | 2 | |
| 2014 | 172.4″ | 70.9″ | 97.6″ | 1 | |
| 2013 | 171.3″ | 70.9″ | 94.9″ | 1 | |
| 2012 | 171.3″ | 70.9″ | 94.9″ | 1 | |
| 2011 | 171.3″ | 70.9″ | 94.9″ | 1 | |
| 2010 | 171.3″ | 70.9″ | 94.9″ | 1 | |
| 2009 | 171.3″ | 70.9″ | 94.9″ | 1 | |
| 2008 | 171.3″ | 70.9″ | 94.9″ | 1 | |
| 2007 | 171.3″ | 70.9″ | 94.9″ | 1 | |
| 2006 | 171.3″ | 70.9″ | 94.9″ | 1 |
Will a Cayman fit
The practical question behind every dimensions search. A single-car garage in the US is typically 20 feet deep; a street parking space is about 18. We allow a foot of clearance in both — nobody parks to the millimetre.
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 14.4 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 14.4 ft | Fits comfortably |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 5.9 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
Against cars of the same length
Compared with 715 vehicles within ten inches of the same length — a fair proxy for «cars of this size», regardless of what the marketing calls them.
| Measure | This car | Typical car of this length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 70.9″ | 69.7″ | +1.2″ |
| Wheelbase | 97.6″ | 102″ | -4.4″ |
| Curb weight | 2,976 lb | 3,117 lb | -141 lb |
A longer wheelbase for the same overall length means shorter overhangs — usually more cabin space and a steadier ride. Lighter than typical for its size generally means better fuel economy and shorter stopping distances.
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How we measure
Dimensions come from NHTSA vPIC and Transport Canada vehicle records — manufacturer-declared figures, held in metric and converted to inches and pounds for display.
One row per generation, not per model year: manufacturers rarely change the body between facelifts, and a table of forty near-identical rows helps nobody. Where a generation offered several body styles, the figures are the base measurements for that generation.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is a Porsche Cayman?
172.4″ (14′ 4″) in its current generation, 70.9″ wide and 50.8″ tall.
How much does a Porsche Cayman weigh?
2,976 lb at the kerb, which is 1% more than the first generation we hold from 2006.
Will a Cayman fit in a garage?
At 14.4 feet it fits a standard 20-foot single garage with room to spare. A street parking space of 18 feet is comfortable.
Has the Cayman got bigger over the years?
Yes — 1.2″ longer and 22 lb heavier since 2006, across 2 generations. Weight grew 1%, far faster than length.