May 23 2025 – According to Motor1, following their discontinuation in Europe last year, Porsche’s current 718 Boxster (convertible) and Cayman (coupe) models are set to be phased out in other regions globally later this year.
Frank Wiesmann, Porsche’s head of product communications for North America, confirmed that production of the fourth-generation Boxster and Cayman (Series 982) is nearing its end, with the final units scheduled for assembly in October. Since 2016, these vehicles have been manufactured primarily at Porsche’s main plant in Zuffenhausen, though some production lines were shifted to Osnabrück starting in 2022.
Notably, certain high-performance variants, such as the Boxster RS Spyder and Cayman GT4 RS, will continue to be available in select markets. Given their limited production runs, these models are exempt from regulatory pressures that are driving the phase-out of other iterations.
Meanwhile, Porsche remains committed to electrifying its 718 lineup, though an electric version of the Boxster and Cayman won’t debut this year. During a shareholders’ meeting yesterday, CEO Oliver Blume hinted that the electric sports cars would arrive “in the medium term,” promising a driving experience characterized by enhanced dynamics, performance, and purity.
Porsche’s product strategy extends beyond its sports car range. The Cayenne SUV, for instance, is expected to coexist with its electric counterpart well into the 2030s. Similarly, the Panamera will retain its combustion-engine options, with Porsche actively updating its 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine to comply with Euro 7 emissions standards, potentially extending its lifespan into the next decade.
In a strategic shift, Porsche is even contemplating hybrid or combustion-engine alternatives for models initially planned as fully electric. Last November, former CFO Lutz Meschke disclosed that the company was exploring the feasibility of offering hybrid or traditional powertrain options for certain electric-focused vehicles.
Blume further affirmed Porsche’s commitment to expanding its electric vehicle lineup “as originally planned” during a meeting this week. This includes progress on a previously announced large, three-row SUV, signaling that the project remains on track despite broader industry shifts toward electrification.
