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Porsche on Monday unveiled the 2020 718 Cayman GT4 and the 718 Boxster Spyder. Underneath the skin of each, it's essentially the same vehicle, packing the same powertrain and updates to other components.

Powering both cars is a new 4.0-liter, naturally-aspirated flat-six engine, producing 414 horsepower and 309 pound-feet of torque with a redline of 8,000 rpm. Both cars come standard with a six-speed manual transmission, which can automatically rev the engine for smoother downshifts. The GT4 will reach 188 miles per hour, while the Spyder tops out at 187 mph. Porsche developed a new exhaust system as well, which the automaker said gives the cars a distinct sound to highlight their flat-6 engine.

The cars sport track-honed suspension with adaptive dampers and a ride height 1.18 inches lower than on standard 718 models. The cars also feature manual adjustment of the camber, toe, ride height and anti-roll bar settings.

Some elements have been borrowed from the 911 GT3 track special, like the front axle and brakes. Steel discs are standard but carbon-ceramic units are available. These measure more than 16 inches across at the front axle. The standard wheels are a 20-inch set wearing 245/35-size tires up front and 295/30-size at the rear.

Inside, the cars feature a number of motorsport-inspired elements like Porsche's GT Sport steering wheel, a short-throw shifter, and body-hugging seats with raised side bolsters. Alcantara and brushed aluminum accents can be found around the cabin, and for the Boxster Spyder owners can add a classic package that comes with retro features including a two-tone fabric top in black and red, a design reminiscent of historic Porsche race cars.

The new cars arrive as 2020 models, with the Boxster Spyder priced from $97,550 and the Cayman GT4 from $100,450. Production of the Boxster Spyder and Cayman GT4 will be limited and owners can look forward to 0-60 mph acceleration in 4.2 seconds and a top speed of 187 mph. Porsche also claimed the cars will lap the Nürburgring about 10 seconds faster than their respective predecessors.

The 718 Cayman GT4.





























The 718 Boxster Spyder.

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