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2022 Porsche 718 Cayman

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2022 718 Cayman.

Transmission Automatic (AM-S7)

The 2022 Porsche 718 Cayman, a mid-engine two-seat sports car, pairs its standard automatic transmission (AM-S7) with EPA fuel economy ratings of 21 mpg city, 27 mpg highway, and 24 mpg combined. Within the model’s complaint history spanning 2017 to 2025, the 2022 model year sits in a period of relatively low reported issues—the highest complaint count for the generation was five in 2017, while the lowest was a single complaint in 2023—indicating that this year benefits from the platform’s maturing reliability.

Model year202520242023202220212020201920182017

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque118.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy21/27/24 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI The manufacturer used many different sized batteries during production of this model. Carefully fit the battery to size which is vented to the outside of the vehicle. The vehicles battery must be registered and the computer reset with a scan tool after installation. PR-Codes denote type of battery options used. AGM VRLA: PR-195: 48 · O.E. AmpHrs: 70.0 CCA battery, OE oil filter 0PB115351. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI The manufacturer used many different sized batteries during production of this model. Carefully fit the battery to size which is vented to the outside of the vehicle. The vehicles battery must be registered and the computer reset with a scan tool after installation. PR-Codes denote type of battery options used. AGM VRLA: PR-195: 48 · O.E. AmpHrs: 70.0 CCAOEM · verified
Tire size235/45ZR18 94Y, Rear: 265/45ZR18 101YOEM · verified
Wheel / rimFront: 8, Rear: 9.5; Optional: Front: 8, Rear: 10; Front: 8, Rear: 10; Front: 8.5, Rear: 10.5; Front: 8, Rear: 10; Front: 8.5, Rear: 10.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter0PB115351 alt 99970768540
Engine air filter98111013000 alt 982129620B
Spark plug9GT905612A alt 9A790560600
Battery992915105A alt 9A7915089
Front wiper blades99162890101
Serpentine belt0PB903137D alt 9A210222500
Thermostat9GT121113 alt 0PB121110A
Cabin air filter99157237100 alt 9P1819631

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S7)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length172.4 in
Overall width70.9 in
Overall height50.8 in
Wheelbase97.6 in
Curb weight2943 lb
Track (front / rear)59.8 / 61.4 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)46/54

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined21 / 27 / 24 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the 718 Cayman of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

2.8–3.9 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 2.80 sec — 2022 GT4 RS Coupe
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2022GT4 RS Coupe 4.0L F-62.80 sec11.00 sec493 hpRWD
2022GT4 RS Coupe 4.0L F-62.90 sec11.00 sec493 hpRWD
2022GT4 RS Coupe 4.0L F-63.20 sec11.60 sec493 hpRWD
2022GTS 4.0 Coupe 4.0L F-63.90 sec12.10 sec394 hpRWD
2021GT4 Coupe 4.0L F-63.30 sec11.60 sec414 hpRWD
2021GT4 Coupe (Euro Spec) 4.0L F-63.40 sec11.80 sec414 hpRWD
2021GTS 4.0 Coupe 4.0L F-63.40 sec11.60 sec394 hpRWD
2021GTS 4.0 Coupe 4.0L F-63.40 sec11.80 sec394 hpRWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Torque lug nuts to 118.0 ft-lbs.

Engine torques

Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs9.5 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts118.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant Capacity1.84 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46YF
Oil Capacity4.39 oz
Standard BCI Cranking PerformanceO.E. AmpHrs: 70.0 cca

Brakes

Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueUse new screws only. 63.0 ft-lbs
ABS Sensor Torque6.5
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueUse new screws only. 63.0 ft-lbs
ABS Sensor Torque6.6
Minimum Pad Thickness0.079" in
Solid Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: 1.024; Rear: 0.732
Solid Rotor Minimum Thickness after RefinishFront: 1.047; Rear: 0.732
Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation0.0008"

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
13.5 ft. lbs., Step 2: 12.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 80°, Step 4: Loosen all bolts., Step 5: 3.5 ft. lbs., Step 6: 12.0 ft. lbs., Step 7: 80°3.5 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
17.5 ft. lbs., Step 2: 22.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 100°7.5 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
13.5 ft. lbs., Step 2: 37.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: Loosen all Screws. Step 4: 3.0 ft. lbs., Step 5: 9.0 ft. lbs., Step 6: Bolts 1 & 2: 65°, Step 7: Bolts 3-6: 60°, Step 8: Bolts 1 & 2: 65°, Step 9: Bolts 3-6: 60°, Step 10: Bolts 1 & 2: 130°, Step 11: 3-6: 120°3.5 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
119.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 120°19 ft. lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
111.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 45°11 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
13.5 ft. lbs., Step 2: 11.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 37.0 ft. lbs., Step 4: Loosen all bolts., Step 5: 3.5 ft. lbs., Step 6: 11.0 ft. lbs., Step 7: 75°, Step 8: 75°3.5 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
13.5 ft. lbs., Step 2: 37.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: Loosen all bolts., Step 4: 9.0 ft. lbs., Step 5: 11.0 ft. lbs., Step 6: 75°, Step 7: 75°3.5 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs every 30,000 mi.

Every 10,000 miBrake Line (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Headlamp (inspect alignment) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (inspect) · Underbody (inspect)
Every 20,000 miAir Intake Duct (inspect) · Body Water Drains (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 30,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
Every 40,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Seat Belt System (inspect)
Every 60,000 miDrive Belt (replace)
Every 80,000 miEngine Mount (inspect)
At 120,000 miTransmission Assembly (drain & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

0
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
327
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
0
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent
’17’18’23’25

No owner complaints on record with NHTSA for this vehicle.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 327 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
40/26 44072026-06-30WheelsWheel Bolt Replacement Requirement - Change from Wheel Bolts with Aluminum Washers to…
09/26 37302026-06-30Power TrainPermanent Fault Memory Entries “P1775”/“P071400”/“P184900” in Transmission Electronics…
TSTR26362026-06-29Unknown Or OtherPorsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.200.031
TSTR26352026-06-29Unknown Or OtherPorsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.200.030
20/262026-06-25EngineOverview of Approved Porsche C20 Engine Oils (20/26)

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

Decode factory build data for a specific vehicle by VIN.

VIN
Decode a VIN to confirm the transmission and build data for a specific 718 Cayman. OEM
Build data
Plant, GVWR class, engine and body data for any 17-character VIN.
Recalls
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Vehicles with shared specs

Find every vehicle that shares this one's battery, bulbs, oil capacity, platform or parts.

Group T batteryEngine oil filter 0PB115351Engine air filter 98111013000Spark plug 9GT905612ABattery 992915105A

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

Vehicle recalls & TSBsOBD-II trouble codesTorque specificationsMaintenance schedulesFluid capacities & specs

Frequently asked

Does the 2022 718 Cayman have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the 718 Cayman get?

EPA figures are 21 city / 27 highway / 24 combined mpg.