❗️Porsche had originally planned to replace the Boxster and Cayman (718 models) with EV-only successors by 2026.
Global EV demand has slowed, making Porsche rethink an all-electric future for its entry-level sports cars.
Porsche has now confirmed that gas-powered Boxster and Cayman variants will return alongside the upcoming EV versions.
The ICE models will arrive toward the end of the decade, not immediately.
Only “top derivatives” (likely GT4, Spyder, and RS-style trims) will remain gasoline-powered, not the base versions.
Porsche’s broader lineup is also shifting: the new flagship SUV, originally EV-only, will now also get ICE and hybrid powertrains.
The Cayenne and Panamera are set to continue with gasoline and plug-in hybrid options well into the 2030s.
This strategy reflects Porsche’s flexibility amid uncertain EV adoption, regulatory pressure, and customer demand.
For enthusiasts, it means the sound, feel, and driving experience of mid-engine ICE Porsches will live on, b...
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