2027 Porsche 718 EV Release Date: Latest Update – The all-electric Porsche 718 is officially moving forward. In early August 2026, Porsche CEO Michael Leiters confirmed the project remains active, with production set to begin in 2027. This ends months of speculation about possible cancellation and gives U.S. buyers a clearer timeline for the next mid-engine sports car below the 911.
Gas-powered 718 Boxster and Cayman production ended in October 2025. The electric successors (Cayman coupe and Boxster convertible) will fill that gap as Porsche’s entry-level pure sports cars.
2027 Porsche 718 EV Release Date Confirmed
Production of the electric 718 models is scheduled to start in 2027. First customer deliveries are widely expected in late 2027, though Porsche has not announced an exact on-sale date for the U.S. market.
A public reveal is anticipated before the end of 2026, based on ongoing prototype testing (including at the Nürburgring) and industry reporting. The cars will arrive as 2027 model-year vehicles.
Why the 718 EV Was Delayed?
The electric 718 was originally targeted for a 2025–2026 launch. Delays stemmed from battery supply challenges (including the Northvolt bankruptcy impact in late 2024) and broader shifts in EV demand and strategy. Porsche ultimately concluded the project is the strongest economic and product solution.
Leiters stated that after internal review, “we will build the model – because it is the best solution economically and will be a fantastic car.”
What We Know About the Porsche 718 EV Platform
The 718 EV uses a specialized sports-car derivative of the Premium Platform Electric (PPE) architecture, often referred to as PPE Sport. Unlike the floor-mounted “skateboard” battery layout in the Macan Electric or Cayenne Electric, the battery pack is positioned midship (behind the seats). This preserves the low seating position, low center of gravity, and classic mid-engine weight distribution that defined previous 718 models.
An 800-volt electrical architecture is expected, enabling fast DC charging similar to other recent Porsche EVs. Both rear-wheel-drive (single motor) and all-wheel-drive (dual-motor) versions are anticipated.
Official power, torque, battery capacity, and range figures have not been released. Industry estimates commonly point to more than 250 miles of range and strong performance, with higher trims potentially achieving 0-60 mph times under 4 seconds.
Expected Pricing for the U.S. Market
Porsche has not confirmed pricing. Estimates from dealer and industry sources place the base model in the high $70,000s to around $80,000 range, with higher trims (S or GTS equivalents) climbing higher. This positions the 718 EV as more accessible than a base 911 while reflecting the cost of dedicated EV sports-car engineering.
Final U.S. MSRP, available configurations, and any incentives will be announced closer to launch.
Design and Driving Character Expectations
Spy photos of lightly camouflaged prototypes show an evolution of classic 718 proportions rather than a radical redesign. Expect modern lighting signatures, active aerodynamics, and a low-slung silhouette. The midship battery layout is intended to deliver the agile, “go-kart” feel that made the combustion 718 popular.
Both closed coupe (Cayman) and open-top (Boxster) body styles are planned.
Status of Combustion 718 Models
Porsche previously indicated that high-performance “top” ICE variants could return later in the decade. The electric models remain the primary near-term replacement for the discontinued gas-powered 718 lineup. Details on any parallel combustion program remain limited.
What U.S. Buyers Should Watch Next?
- Official reveal expected later in 2026
- Full specifications, pricing, and order books likely to open after the debut
- Initial availability of coupe and convertible variants
- Final EPA range and performance numbers
The 2027 Porsche 718 EV will mark the brand’s fourth dedicated electric model line (after Taycan, Macan Electric, and Cayenne Electric) and restore a pure two-seat sports car option below the 911 for American enthusiasts. Production start in 2027 is now confirmed by the CEO, making late-2027 deliveries the realistic target for first U.S. customers.
Stay tuned to official Porsche channels for the formal debut and U.S. allocation details.