Best Affordable Sports Cars
Car and Driver's rankings are arrived at from the results of our extensive instrumented testing of several hundred vehicles each year and from our expert editors' subjective impressions gained in real-world driving. We've ranked the best affordable sports cars based on roughly 200 data points encompassing acceleration, handling, comfort, cargo space, fuel efficiency, value, and how enjoyable they are to drive. We take rankings seriously because we want you to know everything about the vehicles that you're interested in.
Top Ranked Affordable Sports Cars at a glance
1
2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata
10
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$31,665
EPA MPG
N/A
C/D SAYS: The iconic MX-5 Miata combines a lightweight sports car body, sharp handling, and a rev-happy four-cylinder to maximize driving fun at an accessible price. Learn More
2
2026 Toyota GR86
10
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$32,395
EPA MPG
N/A
C/D SAYS: With sharp steering, an impeccably tuned chassis, and a starting price just above 30 grand, the Toyota GR86 is a brilliant sports car for the masses. Learn More
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3
2026 Subaru BRZ
10
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$37,055
EPA MPG
22–25 combined
C/D SAYS: The BRZ keeps the affordable in "affordable sports car," with a still-reasonable price, a manual transmission, a dialed-in chassis, and very little else. Learn More
4
2026 Honda Prelude
8.5
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$43,195
EPA MPG
N/A
C/D SAYS: The revived Prelude doesn't quite live up to the promise of its nameplate due to its lack of a manual transmission, it has an enticing combination of hybrid power, sporty handling, and hatchback practicality. Learn More
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