British publication AutoCar is reporting that Porsche is readying a lightweight Clubsport version of the Cayman S, for release in the UK in October this year. The move is aimed at meeting demand for a competition-ready Cayman with the possibility of a one-make race series on the horizon.

Expected to cost around £4000 (AUD $8396) more than a standard Cayman S, the Clubsport will tip the scales 100 kilograms lighter and will feature revised body-work to improve airflow to critical systems and improve down force.

To reduce kerb weight, Porsche will strip the interior, use lightweight body panels, forged alloy wheels and simplify the lighting and ignition systems.

Traditionally, Clubsport models retain the engine from the donor model so power is not expected to change. In this case, the Cayman Clubsport will use the same 238kW 3.4-litre flat six engine currently used in the Cayman S. A six-speed manual transmission and limited slip-differential should also appear as standard.

The unique body kit will feature a deeper front treatment while at the rear the retractable spoiler is swapped out in favour of a fixed item.

All this should see the Cayman Clubsport best the Cayman S in the 0-100km/h and top-speed benchmarks (the Cayman S can manage 4.9-seconds and 274km/h respectively).

Coming in either standard or race trim, with the race trim featuring a roll-cage, six-point harness, and fire extinguisher, the Cayman Clubsport should make for an excellent time behind the wheel on or off the track.