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Cadillac ELR vs Porsche Cayman

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2016 Cadillac ELR

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2016 Porsche Cayman

Overview

SpecCadillac ELRBasePorsche CaymanBase
Selected trimBaseBase
Body styleCoupeCoupe
Drivetrainfront wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeelectricpremium unleaded (required)
Transmission1-speed direct drive6-speed manual
Engine typeplug-in hybridgas
Model year20162016

Pricing & market

SpecCadillac ELRBasePorsche CaymanBase
MSRP$65,000$52,600 (best)
Lowest listing price$121,423 (best)
Median listing price$121,423 (best)
Highest listing price$121,423 (best)
For sale now01 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecCadillac ELRBasePorsche CaymanBase
Combined MPG32 MPG (best)24 MPG
City MPG31 MPG (best)20 MPG
Highway MPG33 MPG (best)30 MPG
Combined MPGe85 MPGe (best)
Fuel tank9.3 gal16.9 gal (best)

Performance

SpecCadillac ELRBasePorsche CaymanBase
Horsepower149 hp275 hp (best)
Torque273 lb-ft (best)214 lb-ft
Engine size1.4 L2.7 L (best)
CylindersI4flat 6

Size & capability

SpecCadillac ELRBasePorsche CaymanBase
Seating4 seats (best)2 seats
Doors22
Cargo volume10.5 cu ft15 cu ft (best)
Payload761 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,065 lbs2,888 lbs (best)
Wheelbase106.1 in (best)97.4 in
Length186 in (best)172.4 in
Width72.7 in (best)70.9 in
Height55.9 in (best)50.9 in

Safety & recalls

SpecCadillac ELRBasePorsche CaymanBase
NHTSA overallNot Rated
Frontal crash (driver)Not Rated
Frontal crash (passenger)Not Rated
Side crash (driver)Not Rated
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated
Side poleNot Rated
RolloverNot Rated
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimCadillac ELRPorsche Cayman
1

Base

$65,000 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Base

$52,600 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

S

$64,100 MSRP

3

GTS

$75,200 MSRP

4

GT4

$84,600 MSRP

Live inventory

Cadillac ELR vs Porsche Cayman FAQ

Which is better: 2016 Cadillac ELR or 2016 Porsche Cayman?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2016 Cadillac ELR vs 2016 Porsche Cayman on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2016 Cadillac ELR or 2016 Porsche Cayman?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2016 Porsche Cayman starts lower at $52,600. Live Porsche Cayman listings start at $121,423.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2016 Cadillac ELR or 2016 Porsche Cayman?
The 2016 Porsche Cayman leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (52,600).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2016 Cadillac ELR or 2016 Porsche Cayman?
The 2016 Cadillac ELR leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (32).
Which has better horsepower: 2016 Cadillac ELR or 2016 Porsche Cayman?
The 2016 Porsche Cayman leads on horsepower in this comparison (385).
Which has better seats: 2016 Cadillac ELR or 2016 Porsche Cayman?
The 2016 Cadillac ELR leads on seats in this comparison (4).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2016 Cadillac ELR vs 2016 Porsche Cayman?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Porsche Cayman (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).