Can the Porsche 718 Go Over Speed Bumps?
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The Porsche 718 can go over speed bumps, but it is important to ensure that the speed bumps do not hit the underbody protection panels. The Porsche 718 is a mid-engine sports car produced by Porsche, equipped with three different engines: a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, a low-power version of the 2.5-liter turbocharged engine, and a high-power version of the 2.5-liter turbocharged engine. All engines in the Porsche 718 feature direct fuel injection technology and utilize aluminum alloy cylinder heads and blocks, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. The dimensions of the Porsche 718 are 4379mm in length, 1801mm in width, and 1276mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2475mm.
As a young person who frequently drives a Porsche 718, I think going over speed bumps is manageable, but requires extra caution. The car has a low chassis with a ground clearance of only about 140mm, and hitting them too hard could scrape the undercarriage or suspension components. When I cruise around the city in my 718, I always slow down to under 20km/h before approaching a speed bump, making sure the car is aligned straight and rolls over it slowly. Once, I was in a hurry and didn’t pay enough attention—going a bit too fast caused a scrape. A check-up revealed minor scratches on the front spoiler, but thankfully nothing serious. The 718’s suspension is tuned for sportiness, so it feels stiffer over speed bumps compared to an SUV, but controlling your speed minimizes damage. I also recommend regularly inspecting the underbody protection panels, especially after any modifications. Overall, it’s not as effortless as higher-clearance vehicles, but taking it slow makes it manageable—just stay attentive during daily driving.
