How Many Cylinders Does the Porsche 718 Have?
2 Answers
The Porsche 718 is a four-cylinder car. Taking the 2021 Porsche 718 as an example, its body dimensions are: length 4379mm, width 1801mm, height 1273mm, wheelbase 2475mm, fuel tank capacity 54 liters, and luggage compartment capacity 272 liters. The 2021 Porsche 718 is equipped with a 2.0T turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum power of 220kW, maximum torque of 380Nm, and maximum horsepower of 300PS. It is paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission and features MacPherson independent suspension for both front and rear.
I've been driving the Porsche 718 for quite some time now. The heart of this car is a four-cylinder engine, featuring a horizontally opposed design with turbocharging, which makes it incredibly smooth to drive. Both the 718 Boxster and Cayman share this setup, offering quick power response and seamless acceleration from standstill, unlike some heavier high-displacement sports cars. When tackling mountain roads, I've found its low center of gravity layout to be a huge advantage, providing solid grip and significantly better fuel efficiency compared to the older six-cylinder models. However, some enthusiasts still miss the earlier six-cylinder versions, like those before 2016. Overall, this four-cylinder engine not only reduces the car's weight by about a hundred kilograms but also lowers maintenance costs. For someone like me who commutes daily, it saves a few thousand in fuel expenses over a year, while still delivering plenty of thrills on weekend drives.
