2012 Porsche Cayman
US · Two Seaters
The 2012 Porsche Cayman is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 2.9L 6-cylinder, 3.4L 6-cylinder (SIDI)
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Manual, Automatic
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 2.9L 6-cylinder, 3.4L 6-cylinder (SIDI) | |
| Displacement | 2.9 L to 3.4 L | |
| Cylinders | 6 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Manual, Automatic | |
| Gears | 6 to 7 | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
6 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 6, 2026.
11V409000: SEAT BELTS
PORSCHE IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 911 SPEEDSTER AND 911 GTS RS 4.0; AND MODEL YEAR 2012 BOXSTER (INCLUDING S AND SPYDER); CAYMAN (INCLUDING S AND R); 911 CARRERA (INCLUDING S, GTS, 4, 4S, AND 4 GTS); 911 TARGA 4 AND TARGA 4S; AND 911 TURBO AND TURBO S MODELS MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 31, 2011, THROUGH JUNE 10, 2011. THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE MOUNTING HOLES IN THE SEAT BELT ANCHOR…
Remedy: PORSCHE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SEAT BELT ANCHORS AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE SEAT BELT. THE REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 2, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PORSCHE…
Reported August 5, 2011. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 7, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 14, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 7, 2026
Data verified: November 7, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 2011 Porsche Cayman
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.9L 6-cylinder, 3.4L 6-cylinder (SIDI) · RWD
23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2012 Porsche Cayman have?
Varies by configuration: 2.9L 6-cylinder, 3.4L 6-cylinder (SIDI). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2012 Porsche Cayman?
Combined fuel economy is 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2012 Porsche Cayman front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: RWD.
Are there recalls for the 2012 Porsche Cayman?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 6, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.