• Focused cabin feels expensive
• Interior is well built, should last
• Infotainment a little dated

How is the quality and layout?

When you first climb in, you’ll appreciate the driving position; it’s snug but everything’s where it should be and you can see out in all directions.

The fit and finish is strong, with tight panel gaps and no squeaks and rattles. The materials used throughout the cabin are top notch too.

The analogue dials are clearly laid out behind the steering wheel sits a configurable display that can beam up maps or trip computer info with the use of a stalk. There are no steering wheel buttons to master here.

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Infotainment and tech

The infotainment system is a centrally mounted touchscreen and controls the audio, sat-nav and phone commands. It’s responsive and easy to use but because it’s small, it looks a little old in comparison with other Porsches.

The buttons mounted below can be a little tricky to read and aim for, since they’re small and the same size and shape as each other, but you get a rough idea of where everything is soon enough.

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Comfort

• Low-slung two-seater sports car
• Choice of sports seats available
• Mid engine = hot

You wouldn’t necessarily think of a two-seat sports car as being a comfy place to sit, but the 718 really is that good. For a car of this type, it’s easy to climb in and out of, although you should avoid the high-winged sports seats if you value everyday practicality.

Once you’re installed in the snug cabin, it’s a very comfortable environment. We’d recommend trying various different seats, as you can specify bucket chairs with extra support for track use. These may resist sideways cornering forces, but aren’t necessarily as relaxed and supportive as the standard items.

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Cayman engines are located in the middle of the car, right behind the passenger and driver. This means the cabin can get quite hot and loud. The more extreme six-cylinder engine models can get pretty toasty during a hard drive, but in most day-to-day circumstances it’s not that noticeable.