Porsche 718 Spyder RS
The 718 Spyder RS is the ultimate open-top Boxster — a PDK-only roadster using the 911 GT3’s 4.0-litre naturally aspirated flat-six in a 493 hp form, revving to 9,000 rpm. Distinctive combustion air intakes behind the headrests create a signature acoustic experience. Tuned by Porsche’s GT division, it is one of the finest driver’s cars available at any price while remaining more road-compliant than the GT4 RS.
Key Specs
- Engine: 4.0 L NA Flat-6 (GT3-sourced)
- Power: 493 hp / 450 Nm
- Redline: 9,000 rpm
- 0–100 km/h: 3.4 sec
Our 2026 Porsche 718 Spyder RS Rating
FORPORSCHE RATING: 10/10
Pros
GT3 RS-derived 500 hp naturally aspirated flat-six in a roadster; lightest 718 in the range; motorsport-focused aerodynamics; 9,000 rpm redline; the ultimate open-air sports car experience.
Cons
Very expensive; uncompromising track focus makes daily use demanding; minimal weather protection.
Verdict
The ultimate open-air Porsche. The Spyder RS fits the GT4 RS motorsport engine into a roadster body for the most extreme driving experience in the 718 range. For the purest of driving purists.
Porsche 718 Boxster & Cayman Powertrain Guide
- 718 Boxster: 2.0L 4-cyl Turbo / 300 hp / 280 lb-ft / 0-60: 4.9 sec
- 718 Boxster S: 2.5L 4-cyl Turbo / 350 hp / 310 lb-ft / 0-60: 4.4 sec
- 718 Boxster GTS 4.0: 4.0L H6 Naturally Aspirated / 394 hp / 310 lb-ft / 0-60: 4.0 sec
- 718 Spyder RS: 4.0L H6 Naturally Aspirated / 500 hp / 346 lb-ft / 0-60: 3.2 sec / 9,000 rpm
- 718 Cayman: 2.0L 4-cyl Turbo / 300 hp / 280 lb-ft / 0-60: 5.1 sec
- 718 Cayman S: 2.5L 4-cyl Turbo / 350 hp / 310 lb-ft / 0-60: 4.6 sec
- 718 Cayman T: 2.0L 4-cyl Turbo / 300 hp / lightweight focus / 0-60: 4.9 sec (manual)
- 718 Cayman GTS 4.0: 4.0L H6 Naturally Aspirated / 394 hp / 310 lb-ft / 0-60: 4.2 sec
- 718 Cayman GT4 RS: 4.0L H6 Naturally Aspirated / 500 hp / 346 lb-ft / 0-60: 3.2 sec / 9,000 rpm