Lately, we’ve been hearing more and more about people securing build slots for the 718 and taking delivery of new cars. At the same time, speculation is swirling about the future of the Porsche 718 lineup. Will the gasoline-powered models really be discontinued, or could they be sold alongside the next-generation EV? Here’s a look at what we know so far, based on the latest reports from international media and comments from Porsche representatives.

The bottom line: based on the information currently available, the gasoline-powered 718 Boxster and Cayman are widely expected to end production in October 2025. Multiple reliable sources have confirmed this. The next-generation EV’s launch timing, however, remains unconfirmed, and reports suggest its development has been delayed. Porsche has made no official announcement about the possibility of selling both versions at the same time, but the available indications point toward a full transition to electric power.

October 2025: Gasoline-Powered 718 Production Set to End

On May 22, 2025, Car and Driver and Motor1 published significant reports.

In an interview with German automotive publication Automobilwoche, Porsche production chief Albrecht Reimold reportedly said that production of gasoline-powered 718 models would end in October 2025. Porsche North America spokesperson Frank Wiesmann also confirmed the statement.

What’s notable is that this isn’t just rumor or speculation: the decision has been confirmed as Porsche’s position through multiple sources. CarBuzz published a similar report the following day, May 23, while Porsche Club of America had already forecast an end to production in fall 2025 back in September 2024. The consistency of these reports speaks to how firmly the decision appears to have been made.

The situation does vary by region. In Europe, sales of gasoline-powered 718 models have already been suspended since July 2024 because of new cybersecurity regulations. In North America, Japan, and other markets, sales and production are expected to continue until October 2025. In other words, for Porsche fans in Japan, the end of the gasoline-powered 718 is now just a few months away.

Next-Generation EV: Development and Launch Timing Remain Uncertain

Porsche CEO Oliver Blume confirmed at a media roundtable in 2023 that the next-generation 718 would arrive as an EV. Its launch was initially planned for around 2025, but the latest reports suggest the timeline may have shifted.

According to a report by Motor1 on December 18, 2024, battery-related challenges in the development of the 718 EV could delay its launch. At Porsche’s 2025 annual meeting, Blume referred to the EV’s arrival only in vague terms as “medium-term,” avoiding any specific dates. His cautious wording may reflect the challenges involved in bringing the car to market.

Predictions from international media vary. Car and Driver expects the EV to debut as a 2027 model, while Motor Authority anticipates its arrival as a 2026 model. Either way, there may well be a gap between the end of gasoline-powered 718 production and the launch of its electric successor.

The reported delay may not be due solely to technical challenges; Porsche could also be taking time to gauge market demand. The 718 is one of the brand’s most important sports-car lines, second only to the 911. Electrifying it will be a major decision with significant implications for Porsche’s future.

Will Gas and Electric 718 Models Be Sold Together?

One question on many Porsche fans’ minds is whether the gasoline-powered 718 and the EV will be sold side by side. Taken together, the information available today suggests that this is unlikely.

According to a July 12, 2023 report by Motor Authority, the next-generation 718 will be “electric only,” suggesting Porsche does not intend to offer it alongside a gasoline-powered version. Several media outlets have also described the EV as arriving “after” gasoline-powered 718 production ends, without mentioning any period of overlap.

It’s true that French publication Auto-Moto raised the possibility in a December 2024 article that the gasoline-powered model might remain on sale alongside the EV “for a while.” But that remains speculation: Porsche has made no official announcement or confirmation. Given the benefits of streamlining production facilities and focusing development resources, a full transition would seem the more practical approach.

Porsche has taken a different route with the 911, adding a hybrid version while continuing to offer models with conventional gasoline engines. The 718, however, appears to be following a different strategy. Perhaps that’s because Porsche sees it as a key test case for the brand’s EV ambitions.

What Porsche Fans Should Consider Now

Here’s where things stand: the window to buy a new gasoline-powered 718 may be just a few months away from closing. With production set to end in October 2025, orders will need to be placed before then. Once you factor in delivery times, the decision window may be even shorter.

At the same time, anticipation is building for the next-generation EV. Porsche has already demonstrated its electric-vehicle expertise with the Taycan. Pairing the latest electric powertrain with the 718’s lightweight, compact body could deliver a driving experience unlike anything the car has offered before—at least, that’s my prediction.

The used-car market is another factor to watch. Now that the end of gasoline-powered 718 production is confirmed, it will be interesting to see how prices for current models develop. As the last 718 powered by an internal-combustion engine, it could become more sought-after over time.

Electrifying the 718 is more than just a model change. It’s a significant step in showing how Porsche will adapt to a new era. In that sense, this decision may prove to be a historic moment, much like the shift to water-cooled engines or the adoption of turbocharging.

Ultimately, gasoline-powered 718 production is set to end, and the likelihood of these models being sold alongside the EV appears very low. That’s what the available information tells us today. As Porsche fans, we now have to decide how we feel about this change—and how we’ll respond to it.