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Calculated Shard: 132 (from laksa046)

2. Crawled Status Check

Query:

curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa132.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.roadandtrack.com/rankings/g6710/cheapest-sports-cars/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.roadandtrack.com/rankings/g6710/cheapest-sports-cars/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

Response:

{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/rankings\/g6710\/cheapest-sports-cars\/","crawl_time":1776147253,"first_indexed_time":1742411320,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,roadandtrack!www,\/rankings\/g6710\/cheapest-sports-cars\/ s443","src_root_hash":"13172549243794757932","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Best Cheap Sports Cars for 2025","meta_descriptions":["Driving a fun sports car isn't just for people with a lot of money to spend. Here are the best sporty coupes and convertibles that are still affordable."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata\nBase price: $30,515\nThere's a reason everyone on the internet says the Miata is always the answer. Because in most cases,\nit very much is\n. For decades, the Miata has been the go-to affordable sports car for those who enjoy the act of driving. The car's light weight and inherent chassis balance combine to deliver one of the best driving experiences on the market, regardless of price. Mix in\nthe delightful four-cylinder\nand stunning six-speed transmission and you have what many on staff believe to be the perfect modern performance car. For 2024, the Miata\nreceived updates\nincluding a new differential and a larger infotainment screen, and it remains as fun-to-drive as ever.\nTested: 2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club\n2025 Toyota GR86\nBase price: $31,135\nIn a world where dedicated performance platforms are becoming few and far between,\nToyota's GR86\nis a bright ray of hope. Its simple, lightweight body and rear-wheel-drive setup make it a joy to toss around corners on and off the circuit. For 2022, the 86 received a major update, with a new fascia, a revamped interior, and most importantly, more displacement from its boxer-four, which now measures 2.4 liters and puts out 228 hp—plenty of power for a car that weighs under 3000 pounds.\nRead our comparison test versus the Miata\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n2025 Subaru BRZ\nBase price: $32,380\nIf you're thinking about buying a Toyota GR86, you should also consider the\nSubaru BRZ\n. Aside from a few suspension changes, they're essentially the same car underneath. The 86 is set up to oversteer a bit more from the factory, but as far as driving experience goes they're very close—you can't go wrong with either. Thankfully, pricing is almost identical.\nHere's our first drive review\n2025 Ford Mustang\nBase price: $33,515\nBelieve it or not, the\nFord Mustang\nis the only car left in Ford's lineup that isn't a truck, SUV, or crossover. It's also one of the last affordable sports cars on the market. The EcoBoost turbo four-cylinder is the far cheaper option, but it unfortunately no longer comes with a six-speed manual transmission. Even still, its 315-hp 2.3-liter turbo-four represents good performance value. If you're willing to spend a bit more, the fantastic 480-hp 5.0-liter V-8 in the Mustang GT can be paired with a six-speed manual for under $45,000.\nHere's everything you need to know about the new Mustang\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n2025 Nissan Z\nBase price: $44,110\nWith retro looks paired to a 400-hp twin-turbo V-6 and a manual transmission, it's hard not to love the\nNissan Z\n. A starting price well under $50,000 is all the more reason to get on board. The NISMO version packs an extra 20 horsepower and track-focused upgrades, but is considerably more expensive sadly comes only with an automatic transmission. Nissan is also introducing a\nHeritage Edition\nmodel (pictured) with a slightly different face and other visual tweaks that's meant to evoke the Z's long lineage dating back to the 1960s.\nEverybody Underestimates the Z NISMO\n2025 BMW Z4\nBase price: $55,225\nUnlike its Toyota Supra sibling, the BMW Z4 roadster still offers a turbocharged four-cylinder base engine, meaning the BMW actually has a cheaper base price. The sDrive30i model has a 255-hp turbo-four, while the significantly more expensive M40i has a 382-hp inline-six. If you're a stick-shift enthusiast, you'll be glad to know that BMW is\nnow offering a six-speed manual transmission\nwith the inline-six. The so-called \"Handschalter\" package (German for \"hand shift\") costs $3500 extra and also includes other performance tweaks.\nMore Info on the Handschalter Z4\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n2025 Toyota Supra\nBase price: $57,345\nFor 2025, Toyota is\ndropping the cheaper four-cylinder Supra 2.0\n, which means the price of entry goes up by a lot. The turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six is now the standard powertrain, which means you get 382 hp and the choice of a six-speed manual or an eight-speed automatic. We drove the manual version and found that it transforms the car, and the Supra remains a great-looking sports car with a huge amount of performance bang for your buck.\nHow the Supra's Manual Transmission Transforms the Car\n2025 BMW M2\nBase price: $66,675\nThe BMW 2-series is a luxury sports coupe that may not fit the traditional definition of a sports car, but the fantastic M2 variant adds enough performance that we consider it among these ranks. It's a rear-wheel-drive two-door powered by a 473-hp twin-turbo inline-six engine, and a six-speed manual transmission is standard. It also has a widebody look that gives it far more street presence than its lesser stablemates, and the relatively usable rear seat and trunk add a measure of practicality.\nThe 2025 M2 Is Quicker and Offers More Colors\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n2025 Chevrolet Corvette\nChevrolet\nBase price: $69,995\nThe Corvette just barely sneaks in under $70,000, but even the base Stingray is a lot of sports car for the money. Where else can you get a mid-engine, V-8–powered beast with exotic looks for under six figures? The naturally aspirated 6.2-liter V-8 produces 490 horsepower in base form, and although we prefer models with the\nZ51 performance package\n, even without those upgrades the Stingray is a balanced handler with lots of capability. You even get a decent amount of cargo space thanks to the front and rear trunks.\nYou can Save $3000 on a Corvette with a Costco Membership\nBrian Silvestro was Hearst Autos' former lead deputy editor for rankings content. He spent over seven years as a staff writer for Road & Track Magazine where he contributed car reviews, industry interviews, and more. He has a taste for high-mileage, rusted-out projects and amateur endurance racing.\nDespite being raised on a steady diet of base-model Hondas and Toyotas—or perhaps because of it—Joey Capparella cultivated an obsession for the automotive industry throughout his childhood in Nashville, Tennessee. He found a way to write about cars for the school newspaper during his college years at Rice University, which eventually led him to move to Ann Arbor, Michigan, for his first professional auto-writing gig at\nAutomobile Magazine\n. He has been part of the Hearst Autos team since 2016 and now lives in New York City.  ","attrs_markdown":"[![Search](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/_assets\/design-tokens\/fre\/static\/icons\/search.f1c199c.svg?primary=%2523B4B3B3)Search](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/search\/)\n\n![Close](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/_assets\/design-tokens\/fre\/static\/icons\/close.38e3324.svg?primary=%2523ffffff)\n***\n- [About Us](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/about\/a43977000\/about-us-contact-information-masthead\/)\n- [Join Now](https:\/\/shop.roadandtrack.com\/road-track-all-access-membership-2.html?cds_tracking_code=rtpanelnav)\n- [All Access](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/news\/a42790472\/unlock-unlimited-content-access-road-and-track-editors-and-experiences\/)\n- [R\\&T Experiences](https:\/\/experiences.roadandtrack.com\/)\n- [Shop R\\&T](https:\/\/shop.roadandtrack.com\/)\n- [News](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/news\/)\n- [Reviews](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/reviews\/)\n- [Car Culture](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/car-culture\/)\n- [Exclusives](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/exclusives\/)\n- [Performance Car of the Year](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/pcoty-2026-collection)\n- [Contact](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/about\/a2922\/contact-us\/)\n- [Follow](https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/RoadandTrack)\n- [Newsletter](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/newsletter)\n- [Send Us a Tip](mailto:pitches@roadandtrack.com)\n\n[Privacy Notice](https:\/\/www.hearst.com\/-\/us-magazines-privacy-notice)[Terms Of Use](https:\/\/www.hearst.com\/-\/us-magazines-terms-of-use)\n\n[Skip to Content](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/rankings\/g6710\/cheapest-sports-cars\/#main-content)\n\n[![Logo](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/_assets\/design-tokens\/roadandtrack\/static\/images\/logos\/logo.59e04dc.svg?primary=%2523ffffff)](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/)\n\n- [News](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/news\/)\n- [Reviews](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/reviews\/)\n- [Culture](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/car-culture\/)\n- [Exclusives](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/exclusives\/)\n- [Gear](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/gear\/)\n- [Send Us a TIp](mailto:pitches@roadandtrack.com)\n- [Sign Up](https:\/\/join.roadandtrack.com\/pubs\/HR\/ROA\/ROA1_Plans.jsp?cds_page_id=264385&cds_mag_code=ROA&cds_tracking_code=topnav)\n\n[Join Now](https:\/\/shop.roadandtrack.com\/road-track-all-access-membership-2.html?cds_tracking_code=rttopnav)\n\n[sign in](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/auth\/csrf?action=login&return_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.roadandtrack.com%2Frankings%2Fg6710%2Fcheapest-sports-cars%2F)\n\n1. [Car Rankings](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/rankings\/)\n2. [Best Cheap Sports Cars for 2025](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/rankings\/g6710\/cheapest-sports-cars\/)\n# Best Cheap Sports Cars for 2025\nDriving a fun sports car isn't just for people with a lot of money to spend. Here are the best sporty coupes and convertibles that are still affordable.\n\nBy [Brian Silvestro](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/author\/16371\/brian-silvestro\/ \"Brian Silvestro\") and [Joey Capparella](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/author\/220505\/joey-capparella\/ \"Joey Capparella\")\n\nUpdated: Mar 19, 2025\n\n![bookmarks](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/_assets\/design-tokens\/fre\/static\/icons\/saved.ad81f1a.svg?primary=%2523ffffff)Save Article\n\n![cheap sports cars](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/cheap-sports-cars-2-6697eb1151543.jpg?crop=1.00xw:1.00xh;0,0&resize=640:*)\n\nThe Manufacturers\n\nJust because you can't afford a [Porsche 911](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/cars\/a60307250\/porsche-911\/) doesn't mean you can't have fun behind the wheel of a slinky sports car. There are plenty of cheap, fun, affordable sports cars on the market right now. These are some of the best sports cars you can buy for under \\$70,000. We've listed them in order of least to most expensive, and included coupes, roadsters, and muscle cars with low-slung, two-door silhouettes.\n\nIf you're willing to entertain a sporty four-door sedan or hot hatchback, there are also plenty of [great affordable performance cars](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/car-culture\/g6783\/best-performance-cars-for-less-than-50000\/), which we've ranked separately.\n\n> More Fun New Cars: [Best Hot Hatches](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/rankings\/g21998848\/best-hot-hatches\/) \\| [Best Sports Cars](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/rankings\/g44190017\/best-sports-cars\/) \\| [Cheap Cars that Look Expensive](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/rankings\/g64610454\/cheap-cars-look-expensive\/) \\| [Most Fun Front-Wheel-Drive Cars](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/rankings\/g6511\/best-front-wheel-drive-cars\/) \\| [Fun Cars with Good MPG](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/new-cars\/g6601\/11-truly-fun-to-drive-cars-that-get-at-least-30-mpg-highway\/) \\| [Best Japanese Sports Cars Ever Made](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/car-culture\/g6248\/hottest-japanese-sports-cars-ever\/) \\| [Best 4-Door Sports Cars](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/news\/g42813261\/best-4-door-sports-cars\/) \\| [Best Cars with Manual Transmissions](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/rankings\/g6427\/best-cars-manual-transmission\/)\n\n## 2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata\n[![2024 mazda mx5 miata club](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/b8a1667-677f03c189d69.jpg?crop=0.508xw:0.618xh;0.0829xw,0.252xh)View Photos Greg Pajo](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/photos\/g63375529\/2025-mazda-mx-5-miata-club-pcoty-2025-gallery\/)\n\n**Base price: \\$30,515**\n\nThere's a reason everyone on the internet says the Miata is always the answer. Because in most cases, [it very much is](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/reviews\/a35048630\/mazda-miata-mx-5-is-all-the-sports-car-youll-ever-need\/). For decades, the Miata has been the go-to affordable sports car for those who enjoy the act of driving. The car's light weight and inherent chassis balance combine to deliver one of the best driving experiences on the market, regardless of price. Mix in [the delightful four-cylinder](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/new-cars\/first-drives\/a22713193\/2019-mazda-mx-5-miata-first-drive\/) and stunning six-speed transmission and you have what many on staff believe to be the perfect modern performance car. For 2024, the Miata [received updates](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/news\/a45454886\/2024-mazda-mx-5-miata-nd3-japan\/) including a new differential and a larger infotainment screen, and it remains as fun-to-drive as ever.\n\n[Tested: 2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/reviews\/a63362160\/tested-2025-mazda-mx-5-miata-club\/)\n\n## 2025 Toyota GR86\n[![2022 pcoty](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/dwburnett-pcoty-roughs-1622-1642524671.jpg?crop=0.607xw:0.609xh;0.216xw,0.120xh)View Photos DW Burnett](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/car-culture\/g38804052\/2022-toyota-gr86-photo-gallery\/)\n\n**Base price: \\$31,135**\n\nIn a world where dedicated performance platforms are becoming few and far between, [Toyota's GR86](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/reviews\/a37304880\/2022-toyota-gr-86-first-drive-review\/) is a bright ray of hope. Its simple, lightweight body and rear-wheel-drive setup make it a joy to toss around corners on and off the circuit. For 2022, the 86 received a major update, with a new fascia, a revamped interior, and most importantly, more displacement from its boxer-four, which now measures 2.4 liters and puts out 228 hp—plenty of power for a car that weighs under 3000 pounds.\n\n[Read our comparison test versus the Miata](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/reviews\/a42190850\/mazda-miata-vs-toyota-gr86\/)\n\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n\n## 2025 Subaru BRZ\n[![2022 pcoty](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/dwburnett-pcoty-roughs-9753-1642523443.jpg?crop=0.571xw:0.571xh;0.224xw,0.143xh)View Photos DW Burnett](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/car-culture\/g38803719\/2022-subaru-brz-photo-gallery\/)\n\n**Base price: \\$32,380**\n\nIf you're thinking about buying a Toyota GR86, you should also consider the [Subaru BRZ](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/reviews\/a39529467\/2022-subaru-brz-review\/). Aside from a few suspension changes, they're essentially the same car underneath. The 86 is set up to oversteer a bit more from the factory, but as far as driving experience goes they're very close—you can't go wrong with either. Thankfully, pricing is almost identical.\n\n[Here's our first drive review](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/reviews\/a37425069\/2022-subaru-brz-first-drive-review\/)\n\n## 2025 Ford Mustang\n[![2024 ford mustang](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/2024-mustang-17-1663171376.jpg?crop=1.00xw:0.985xh;0,0.0150xh)View Photos Ford](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/photos\/g44610637\/2024-ford-mustang-interior-exterior-photos\/)\n\n**Base price: \\$33,515**\n\nBelieve it or not, the [Ford Mustang](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/news\/a43118618\/2024-ford-mustang-pricing\/) is the only car left in Ford's lineup that isn't a truck, SUV, or crossover. It's also one of the last affordable sports cars on the market. The EcoBoost turbo four-cylinder is the far cheaper option, but it unfortunately no longer comes with a six-speed manual transmission. Even still, its 315-hp 2.3-liter turbo-four represents good performance value. If you're willing to spend a bit more, the fantastic 480-hp 5.0-liter V-8 in the Mustang GT can be paired with a six-speed manual for under \\$45,000.\n\n[Here's everything you need to know about the new Mustang](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/news\/g41926915\/2024-ford-mustang-everything-photos\/)\n\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n\n## 2025 Nissan Z\n[![nissan z heritage edition](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/lc2-2190-2-666c85aa1dfeb.jpg?crop=0.580xw:0.580xh;0.166xw,0.352xh)View Photos Nissan](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/photos\/g61112170\/nissan-z-heritage-edition-photos\/)\n\n**Base price: \\$44,110**\n\nWith retro looks paired to a 400-hp twin-turbo V-6 and a manual transmission, it's hard not to love the [Nissan Z](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/car-culture\/a41431969\/dossier-2023-nissan-z\/). A starting price well under \\$50,000 is all the more reason to get on board. The NISMO version packs an extra 20 horsepower and track-focused upgrades, but is considerably more expensive sadly comes only with an automatic transmission. Nissan is also introducing a [Heritage Edition](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/news\/a61112290\/nissan-z-heritage-edition-details\/) model (pictured) with a slightly different face and other visual tweaks that's meant to evoke the Z's long lineage dating back to the 1960s.\n\n[Everybody Underestimates the Z NISMO](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/reviews\/a46298521\/everybody-underestimates-nismo-z\/)\n\n## 2025 BMW Z4\n[![2025 bmw z4 m40i](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/0k2a8923-677eb825a73f3.jpg?crop=0.718xw:0.718xh;0.145xw,0.163xh)View Photos Andi Hendrick](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/photos\/g63372611\/bmw-z4-m40i-manual-pcoty-2025-gallery\/)\n\n**Base price: \\$55,225**\n\nUnlike its Toyota Supra sibling, the BMW Z4 roadster still offers a turbocharged four-cylinder base engine, meaning the BMW actually has a cheaper base price. The sDrive30i model has a 255-hp turbo-four, while the significantly more expensive M40i has a 382-hp inline-six. If you're a stick-shift enthusiast, you'll be glad to know that BMW is [now offering a six-speed manual transmission](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/news\/a46091451\/2024-bmw-z4-manual\/) with the inline-six. The so-called \"Handschalter\" package (German for \"hand shift\") costs \\$3500 extra and also includes other performance tweaks.\n\n[More Info on the Handschalter Z4](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/reviews\/a62501027\/2025-bmw-z4-m40i-handschalter-drive-review\/)\n\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n\n## 2025 Toyota Supra\n[![2025 toyota supra](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/2025-grsupra-3l-premium-stratosphere-018-6697ec39ac246.jpg?crop=0.630xw:0.630xh;0.147xw,0.127xh)View Photos Toyota](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/news\/g39849048\/2023-toyota-supra-manual-photos-from-every-angle\/)\n\n**Base price: \\$57,345**\n\nFor 2025, Toyota is [dropping the cheaper four-cylinder Supra 2.0](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/news\/a61456623\/toyota-killing-the-four-cylinder-supra-2025\/), which means the price of entry goes up by a lot. The turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six is now the standard powertrain, which means you get 382 hp and the choice of a six-speed manual or an eight-speed automatic. We drove the manual version and found that it transforms the car, and the Supra remains a great-looking sports car with a huge amount of performance bang for your buck.\n\n[How the Supra's Manual Transmission Transforms the Car](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/reviews\/a41096057\/toyota-supra-manual-review-first-drive\/)\n\n## 2025 BMW M2\n[![2025 bmw m2](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/p90553486-highres-67d2e90ed7ee9.jpg?crop=0.739xw:0.657xh;0.200xw,0.221xh)View Photos BMW](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/photos\/g61087919\/2025-bmw-m2-2-series-coupe-photos\/)\n\n**Base price: \\$66,675**\n\nThe BMW 2-series is a luxury sports coupe that may not fit the traditional definition of a sports car, but the fantastic M2 variant adds enough performance that we consider it among these ranks. It's a rear-wheel-drive two-door powered by a 473-hp twin-turbo inline-six engine, and a six-speed manual transmission is standard. It also has a widebody look that gives it far more street presence than its lesser stablemates, and the relatively usable rear seat and trunk add a measure of practicality.\n\n[The 2025 M2 Is Quicker and Offers More Colors](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/news\/a61084270\/2025-bmw-m2-revealed\/)\n\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n\n## 2025 Chevrolet Corvette\n![2025 chevrolet corvette stingray](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/2025-chevrolet-corvette-stingray-67dafe4c758fd.jpg?crop=0.617xw:0.548xh;0.250xw,0.230xh)\n\nChevrolet\n\n**Base price: \\$69,995**\n\nThe Corvette just barely sneaks in under \\$70,000, but even the base Stingray is a lot of sports car for the money. Where else can you get a mid-engine, V-8–powered beast with exotic looks for under six figures? The naturally aspirated 6.2-liter V-8 produces 490 horsepower in base form, and although we prefer models with the [Z51 performance package](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/car-culture\/a45265086\/corvette-dad-car\/), even without those upgrades the Stingray is a balanced handler with lots of capability. You even get a decent amount of cargo space thanks to the front and rear trunks.\n\n[You can Save \\$3000 on a Corvette with a Costco Membership](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/news\/a63955469\/costco-corvette-deal\/)\n\n![Headshot of Brian Silvestro](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/rover\/profile_photos\/72ee435d-3834-4420-a55e-416409a4f419_1468348195.jpg?fill=1:1&resize=120:*)\n\n[Brian Silvestro](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/author\/16371\/brian-silvestro\/)\n\nFormer Lead Deputy Editor, Rankings Content\n\nBrian Silvestro was Hearst Autos' former lead deputy editor for rankings content. He spent over seven years as a staff writer for Road & Track Magazine where he contributed car reviews, industry interviews, and more. He has a taste for high-mileage, rusted-out projects and amateur endurance racing.\n\n![Headshot of Joey Capparella](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/rover\/profile_photos\/60520ea7-4e8c-47b3-ae7b-b07121e20abc_1721749024.file?fill=1:1&resize=120:*)\n\n[Joey Capparella](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/author\/220505\/joey-capparella\/)\n\nDeputy Editor, Rankings Content\n\nDespite being raised on a steady diet of base-model Hondas and Toyotas—or perhaps because of it—Joey Capparella cultivated an obsession for the automotive industry throughout his childhood in Nashville, Tennessee. He found a way to write about cars for the school newspaper during his college years at Rice University, which eventually led him to move to Ann Arbor, Michigan, for his first professional auto-writing gig at *Automobile Magazine*. 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All Rights Reserved.\n\n[Privacy Notice](https:\/\/www.hearst.com\/-\/us-magazines-privacy-notice)[CA Notice at Collection](https:\/\/www.hearst.com\/-\/us-magazines-privacy-notice#_ADDITIONAL_INFO)[Your CA Privacy Rights\/Shine the Light](https:\/\/www.hearst.com\/-\/us-magazines-privacy-notice#_ADDITIONAL_INFO)[DAA Industry Opt Out](https:\/\/www.hearst.com\/-\/us-magazines-privacy-notice#_OPT_OUTS)[Terms of Use](https:\/\/www.hearst.com\/-\/us-magazines-terms-of-use)[Site Map](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/sitemap\/)\n\n[Cookies Choices](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/rankings\/g6710\/cheapest-sports-cars\/ \"Cookies Choices\")","attrs_readable_markdown":"## 2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata\n**Base price: \\$30,515**\n\nThere's a reason everyone on the internet says the Miata is always the answer. Because in most cases, [it very much is](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/reviews\/a35048630\/mazda-miata-mx-5-is-all-the-sports-car-youll-ever-need\/). For decades, the Miata has been the go-to affordable sports car for those who enjoy the act of driving. The car's light weight and inherent chassis balance combine to deliver one of the best driving experiences on the market, regardless of price. Mix in [the delightful four-cylinder](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/new-cars\/first-drives\/a22713193\/2019-mazda-mx-5-miata-first-drive\/) and stunning six-speed transmission and you have what many on staff believe to be the perfect modern performance car. For 2024, the Miata [received updates](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/news\/a45454886\/2024-mazda-mx-5-miata-nd3-japan\/) including a new differential and a larger infotainment screen, and it remains as fun-to-drive as ever.\n\n[Tested: 2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/reviews\/a63362160\/tested-2025-mazda-mx-5-miata-club\/)\n\n## 2025 Toyota GR86\n**Base price: \\$31,135**\n\nIn a world where dedicated performance platforms are becoming few and far between, [Toyota's GR86](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/reviews\/a37304880\/2022-toyota-gr-86-first-drive-review\/) is a bright ray of hope. Its simple, lightweight body and rear-wheel-drive setup make it a joy to toss around corners on and off the circuit. For 2022, the 86 received a major update, with a new fascia, a revamped interior, and most importantly, more displacement from its boxer-four, which now measures 2.4 liters and puts out 228 hp—plenty of power for a car that weighs under 3000 pounds.\n\n[Read our comparison test versus the Miata](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/reviews\/a42190850\/mazda-miata-vs-toyota-gr86\/)\n\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n\n## 2025 Subaru BRZ\n**Base price: \\$32,380**\n\nIf you're thinking about buying a Toyota GR86, you should also consider the [Subaru BRZ](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/reviews\/a39529467\/2022-subaru-brz-review\/). Aside from a few suspension changes, they're essentially the same car underneath. The 86 is set up to oversteer a bit more from the factory, but as far as driving experience goes they're very close—you can't go wrong with either. Thankfully, pricing is almost identical.\n\n[Here's our first drive review](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/reviews\/a37425069\/2022-subaru-brz-first-drive-review\/)\n\n## 2025 Ford Mustang\n**Base price: \\$33,515**\n\nBelieve it or not, the [Ford Mustang](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/news\/a43118618\/2024-ford-mustang-pricing\/) is the only car left in Ford's lineup that isn't a truck, SUV, or crossover. It's also one of the last affordable sports cars on the market. The EcoBoost turbo four-cylinder is the far cheaper option, but it unfortunately no longer comes with a six-speed manual transmission. Even still, its 315-hp 2.3-liter turbo-four represents good performance value. If you're willing to spend a bit more, the fantastic 480-hp 5.0-liter V-8 in the Mustang GT can be paired with a six-speed manual for under \\$45,000.\n\n[Here's everything you need to know about the new Mustang](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/news\/g41926915\/2024-ford-mustang-everything-photos\/)\n\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n\n## 2025 Nissan Z\n**Base price: \\$44,110**\n\nWith retro looks paired to a 400-hp twin-turbo V-6 and a manual transmission, it's hard not to love the [Nissan Z](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/car-culture\/a41431969\/dossier-2023-nissan-z\/). A starting price well under \\$50,000 is all the more reason to get on board. The NISMO version packs an extra 20 horsepower and track-focused upgrades, but is considerably more expensive sadly comes only with an automatic transmission. Nissan is also introducing a [Heritage Edition](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/news\/a61112290\/nissan-z-heritage-edition-details\/) model (pictured) with a slightly different face and other visual tweaks that's meant to evoke the Z's long lineage dating back to the 1960s.\n\n[Everybody Underestimates the Z NISMO](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/reviews\/a46298521\/everybody-underestimates-nismo-z\/)\n\n## 2025 BMW Z4\n**Base price: \\$55,225**\n\nUnlike its Toyota Supra sibling, the BMW Z4 roadster still offers a turbocharged four-cylinder base engine, meaning the BMW actually has a cheaper base price. The sDrive30i model has a 255-hp turbo-four, while the significantly more expensive M40i has a 382-hp inline-six. If you're a stick-shift enthusiast, you'll be glad to know that BMW is [now offering a six-speed manual transmission](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/news\/a46091451\/2024-bmw-z4-manual\/) with the inline-six. The so-called \"Handschalter\" package (German for \"hand shift\") costs \\$3500 extra and also includes other performance tweaks.\n\n[More Info on the Handschalter Z4](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/reviews\/a62501027\/2025-bmw-z4-m40i-handschalter-drive-review\/)\n\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n\n## 2025 Toyota Supra\n**Base price: \\$57,345**\n\nFor 2025, Toyota is [dropping the cheaper four-cylinder Supra 2.0](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/news\/a61456623\/toyota-killing-the-four-cylinder-supra-2025\/), which means the price of entry goes up by a lot. The turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six is now the standard powertrain, which means you get 382 hp and the choice of a six-speed manual or an eight-speed automatic. We drove the manual version and found that it transforms the car, and the Supra remains a great-looking sports car with a huge amount of performance bang for your buck.\n\n[How the Supra's Manual Transmission Transforms the Car](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/reviews\/a41096057\/toyota-supra-manual-review-first-drive\/)\n\n## 2025 BMW M2\n**Base price: \\$66,675**\n\nThe BMW 2-series is a luxury sports coupe that may not fit the traditional definition of a sports car, but the fantastic M2 variant adds enough performance that we consider it among these ranks. It's a rear-wheel-drive two-door powered by a 473-hp twin-turbo inline-six engine, and a six-speed manual transmission is standard. It also has a widebody look that gives it far more street presence than its lesser stablemates, and the relatively usable rear seat and trunk add a measure of practicality.\n\n[The 2025 M2 Is Quicker and Offers More Colors](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/news\/a61084270\/2025-bmw-m2-revealed\/)\n\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n\n## 2025 Chevrolet Corvette\n![2025 chevrolet corvette stingray](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/2025-chevrolet-corvette-stingray-67dafe4c758fd.jpg?crop=0.617xw:0.548xh;0.250xw,0.230xh)\n\nChevrolet\n\n**Base price: \\$69,995**\n\nThe Corvette just barely sneaks in under \\$70,000, but even the base Stingray is a lot of sports car for the money. Where else can you get a mid-engine, V-8–powered beast with exotic looks for under six figures? The naturally aspirated 6.2-liter V-8 produces 490 horsepower in base form, and although we prefer models with the [Z51 performance package](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/car-culture\/a45265086\/corvette-dad-car\/), even without those upgrades the Stingray is a balanced handler with lots of capability. You even get a decent amount of cargo space thanks to the front and rear trunks.\n\n[You can Save \\$3000 on a Corvette with a Costco Membership](https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/news\/a63955469\/costco-corvette-deal\/)\n\n![Headshot of Brian Silvestro](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/rover\/profile_photos\/72ee435d-3834-4420-a55e-416409a4f419_1468348195.jpg?fill=1:1&resize=120:*)\n\nBrian Silvestro was Hearst Autos' former lead deputy editor for rankings content. He spent over seven years as a staff writer for Road & Track Magazine where he contributed car reviews, industry interviews, and more. 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Boilerpipe Text	2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata Base price: $30,515 There's a reason everyone on the internet says the Miata is always the answer. Because in most cases, it very much is . For decades, the Miata has been the go-to affordable sports car for those who enjoy the act of driving. The car's light weight and inherent chassis balance combine to deliver one of the best driving experiences on the market, regardless of price. Mix in the delightful four-cylinder and stunning six-speed transmission and you have what many on staff believe to be the perfect modern performance car. For 2024, the Miata received updates including a new differential and a larger infotainment screen, and it remains as fun-to-drive as ever. Tested: 2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club 2025 Toyota GR86 Base price: $31,135 In a world where dedicated performance platforms are becoming few and far between, Toyota's GR86 is a bright ray of hope. Its simple, lightweight body and rear-wheel-drive setup make it a joy to toss around corners on and off the circuit. For 2022, the 86 received a major update, with a new fascia, a revamped interior, and most importantly, more displacement from its boxer-four, which now measures 2.4 liters and puts out 228 hp—plenty of power for a car that weighs under 3000 pounds. Read our comparison test versus the Miata Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 2025 Subaru BRZ Base price: $32,380 If you're thinking about buying a Toyota GR86, you should also consider the Subaru BRZ . Aside from a few suspension changes, they're essentially the same car underneath. The 86 is set up to oversteer a bit more from the factory, but as far as driving experience goes they're very close—you can't go wrong with either. Thankfully, pricing is almost identical. Here's our first drive review 2025 Ford Mustang Base price: $33,515 Believe it or not, the Ford Mustang is the only car left in Ford's lineup that isn't a truck, SUV, or crossover. It's also one of the last affordable sports cars on the market. The EcoBoost turbo four-cylinder is the far cheaper option, but it unfortunately no longer comes with a six-speed manual transmission. Even still, its 315-hp 2.3-liter turbo-four represents good performance value. If you're willing to spend a bit more, the fantastic 480-hp 5.0-liter V-8 in the Mustang GT can be paired with a six-speed manual for under $45,000. Here's everything you need to know about the new Mustang Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 2025 Nissan Z Base price: $44,110 With retro looks paired to a 400-hp twin-turbo V-6 and a manual transmission, it's hard not to love the Nissan Z . A starting price well under $50,000 is all the more reason to get on board. The NISMO version packs an extra 20 horsepower and track-focused upgrades, but is considerably more expensive sadly comes only with an automatic transmission. Nissan is also introducing a Heritage Edition model (pictured) with a slightly different face and other visual tweaks that's meant to evoke the Z's long lineage dating back to the 1960s. Everybody Underestimates the Z NISMO 2025 BMW Z4 Base price: $55,225 Unlike its Toyota Supra sibling, the BMW Z4 roadster still offers a turbocharged four-cylinder base engine, meaning the BMW actually has a cheaper base price. The sDrive30i model has a 255-hp turbo-four, while the significantly more expensive M40i has a 382-hp inline-six. If you're a stick-shift enthusiast, you'll be glad to know that BMW is now offering a six-speed manual transmission with the inline-six. The so-called "Handschalter" package (German for "hand shift") costs $3500 extra and also includes other performance tweaks. More Info on the Handschalter Z4 Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 2025 Toyota Supra Base price: $57,345 For 2025, Toyota is dropping the cheaper four-cylinder Supra 2.0 , which means the price of entry goes up by a lot. The turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six is now the standard powertrain, which means you get 382 hp and the choice of a six-speed manual or an eight-speed automatic. We drove the manual version and found that it transforms the car, and the Supra remains a great-looking sports car with a huge amount of performance bang for your buck. How the Supra's Manual Transmission Transforms the Car 2025 BMW M2 Base price: $66,675 The BMW 2-series is a luxury sports coupe that may not fit the traditional definition of a sports car, but the fantastic M2 variant adds enough performance that we consider it among these ranks. It's a rear-wheel-drive two-door powered by a 473-hp twin-turbo inline-six engine, and a six-speed manual transmission is standard. It also has a widebody look that gives it far more street presence than its lesser stablemates, and the relatively usable rear seat and trunk add a measure of practicality. The 2025 M2 Is Quicker and Offers More Colors Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 2025 Chevrolet Corvette Chevrolet Base price: $69,995 The Corvette just barely sneaks in under $70,000, but even the base Stingray is a lot of sports car for the money. Where else can you get a mid-engine, V-8–powered beast with exotic looks for under six figures? The naturally aspirated 6.2-liter V-8 produces 490 horsepower in base form, and although we prefer models with the Z51 performance package , even without those upgrades the Stingray is a balanced handler with lots of capability. You even get a decent amount of cargo space thanks to the front and rear trunks. You can Save $3000 on a Corvette with a Costco Membership Brian Silvestro was Hearst Autos' former lead deputy editor for rankings content. He spent over seven years as a staff writer for Road & Track Magazine where he contributed car reviews, industry interviews, and more. He has a taste for high-mileage, rusted-out projects and amateur endurance racing. Despite being raised on a steady diet of base-model Hondas and Toyotas—or perhaps because of it—Joey Capparella cultivated an obsession for the automotive industry throughout his childhood in Nashville, Tennessee. He found a way to write about cars for the school newspaper during his college years at Rice University, which eventually led him to move to Ann Arbor, Michigan, for his first professional auto-writing gig at Automobile Magazine . He has been part of the Hearst Autos team since 2016 and now lives in New York City.
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By [Brian Silvestro](https://www.roadandtrack.com/author/16371/brian-silvestro/ "Brian Silvestro") and [Joey Capparella](https://www.roadandtrack.com/author/220505/joey-capparella/ "Joey Capparella") Updated: Mar 19, 2025 ![bookmarks](https://www.roadandtrack.com/_assets/design-tokens/fre/static/icons/saved.ad81f1a.svg?primary=%2523ffffff)Save Article ![cheap sports cars](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/cheap-sports-cars-2-6697eb1151543.jpg?crop=1.00xw:1.00xh;0,0&resize=640:) The Manufacturers Just because you can't afford a [Porsche 911](https://www.roadandtrack.com/cars/a60307250/porsche-911/) doesn't mean you can't have fun behind the wheel of a slinky sports car. There are plenty of cheap, fun, affordable sports cars on the market right now. These are some of the best sports cars you can buy for under \$70,000. We've listed them in order of least to most expensive, and included coupes, roadsters, and muscle cars with low-slung, two-door silhouettes. If you're willing to entertain a sporty four-door sedan or hot hatchback, there are also plenty of [great affordable performance cars](https://www.roadandtrack.com/car-culture/g6783/best-performance-cars-for-less-than-50000/), which we've ranked separately. > More Fun New Cars: [Best Hot Hatches](https://www.roadandtrack.com/rankings/g21998848/best-hot-hatches/) \\| [Best Sports Cars](https://www.roadandtrack.com/rankings/g44190017/best-sports-cars/) \\| [Cheap Cars that Look Expensive](https://www.roadandtrack.com/rankings/g64610454/cheap-cars-look-expensive/) \\| [Most Fun Front-Wheel-Drive Cars](https://www.roadandtrack.com/rankings/g6511/best-front-wheel-drive-cars/) \\| [Fun Cars with Good MPG](https://www.roadandtrack.com/new-cars/g6601/11-truly-fun-to-drive-cars-that-get-at-least-30-mpg-highway/) \\| [Best Japanese Sports Cars Ever Made](https://www.roadandtrack.com/car-culture/g6248/hottest-japanese-sports-cars-ever/) \\| [Best 4-Door Sports Cars](https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/g42813261/best-4-door-sports-cars/) \\| [Best Cars with Manual Transmissions](https://www.roadandtrack.com/rankings/g6427/best-cars-manual-transmission/) ## 2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata [![2024 mazda mx5 miata club](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/b8a1667-677f03c189d69.jpg?crop=0.508xw:0.618xh;0.0829xw,0.252xh)View Photos Greg Pajo](https://www.roadandtrack.com/photos/g63375529/2025-mazda-mx-5-miata-club-pcoty-2025-gallery/) Base price: \$30,515* There's a reason everyone on the internet says the Miata is always the answer. Because in most cases, [it very much is](https://www.roadandtrack.com/reviews/a35048630/mazda-miata-mx-5-is-all-the-sports-car-youll-ever-need/). For decades, the Miata has been the go-to affordable sports car for those who enjoy the act of driving. The car's light weight and inherent chassis balance combine to deliver one of the best driving experiences on the market, regardless of price. Mix in [the delightful four-cylinder](https://www.roadandtrack.com/new-cars/first-drives/a22713193/2019-mazda-mx-5-miata-first-drive/) and stunning six-speed transmission and you have what many on staff believe to be the perfect modern performance car. For 2024, the Miata [received updates](https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a45454886/2024-mazda-mx-5-miata-nd3-japan/) including a new differential and a larger infotainment screen, and it remains as fun-to-drive as ever. [Tested: 2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club](https://www.roadandtrack.com/reviews/a63362160/tested-2025-mazda-mx-5-miata-club/) ## 2025 Toyota GR86 [![2022 pcoty](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/dwburnett-pcoty-roughs-1622-1642524671.jpg?crop=0.607xw:0.609xh;0.216xw,0.120xh)View Photos DW Burnett](https://www.roadandtrack.com/car-culture/g38804052/2022-toyota-gr86-photo-gallery/) Base price: \$31,135 In a world where dedicated performance platforms are becoming few and far between, [Toyota's GR86](https://www.roadandtrack.com/reviews/a37304880/2022-toyota-gr-86-first-drive-review/) is a bright ray of hope. Its simple, lightweight body and rear-wheel-drive setup make it a joy to toss around corners on and off the circuit. For 2022, the 86 received a major update, with a new fascia, a revamped interior, and most importantly, more displacement from its boxer-four, which now measures 2.4 liters and puts out 228 hp—plenty of power for a car that weighs under 3000 pounds. [Read our comparison test versus the Miata](https://www.roadandtrack.com/reviews/a42190850/mazda-miata-vs-toyota-gr86/) Advertisement - Continue Reading Below ## 2025 Subaru BRZ [![2022 pcoty](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/dwburnett-pcoty-roughs-9753-1642523443.jpg?crop=0.571xw:0.571xh;0.224xw,0.143xh)View Photos DW Burnett](https://www.roadandtrack.com/car-culture/g38803719/2022-subaru-brz-photo-gallery/) Base price: \$32,380 If you're thinking about buying a Toyota GR86, you should also consider the [Subaru BRZ](https://www.roadandtrack.com/reviews/a39529467/2022-subaru-brz-review/). Aside from a few suspension changes, they're essentially the same car underneath. The 86 is set up to oversteer a bit more from the factory, but as far as driving experience goes they're very close—you can't go wrong with either. Thankfully, pricing is almost identical. [Here's our first drive review](https://www.roadandtrack.com/reviews/a37425069/2022-subaru-brz-first-drive-review/) ## 2025 Ford Mustang [![2024 ford mustang](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/2024-mustang-17-1663171376.jpg?crop=1.00xw:0.985xh;0,0.0150xh)View Photos Ford](https://www.roadandtrack.com/photos/g44610637/2024-ford-mustang-interior-exterior-photos/) Base price: \$33,515 Believe it or not, the [Ford Mustang](https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a43118618/2024-ford-mustang-pricing/) is the only car left in Ford's lineup that isn't a truck, SUV, or crossover. It's also one of the last affordable sports cars on the market. The EcoBoost turbo four-cylinder is the far cheaper option, but it unfortunately no longer comes with a six-speed manual transmission. Even still, its 315-hp 2.3-liter turbo-four represents good performance value. If you're willing to spend a bit more, the fantastic 480-hp 5.0-liter V-8 in the Mustang GT can be paired with a six-speed manual for under \$45,000. [Here's everything you need to know about the new Mustang](https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/g41926915/2024-ford-mustang-everything-photos/) Advertisement - Continue Reading Below ## 2025 Nissan Z [![nissan z heritage edition](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/lc2-2190-2-666c85aa1dfeb.jpg?crop=0.580xw:0.580xh;0.166xw,0.352xh)View Photos Nissan](https://www.roadandtrack.com/photos/g61112170/nissan-z-heritage-edition-photos/) Base price: \$44,110 With retro looks paired to a 400-hp twin-turbo V-6 and a manual transmission, it's hard not to love the [Nissan Z](https://www.roadandtrack.com/car-culture/a41431969/dossier-2023-nissan-z/). A starting price well under \$50,000 is all the more reason to get on board. The NISMO version packs an extra 20 horsepower and track-focused upgrades, but is considerably more expensive sadly comes only with an automatic transmission. Nissan is also introducing a [Heritage Edition](https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a61112290/nissan-z-heritage-edition-details/) model (pictured) with a slightly different face and other visual tweaks that's meant to evoke the Z's long lineage dating back to the 1960s. [Everybody Underestimates the Z NISMO](https://www.roadandtrack.com/reviews/a46298521/everybody-underestimates-nismo-z/) ## 2025 BMW Z4 [![2025 bmw z4 m40i](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/0k2a8923-677eb825a73f3.jpg?crop=0.718xw:0.718xh;0.145xw,0.163xh)View Photos Andi Hendrick](https://www.roadandtrack.com/photos/g63372611/bmw-z4-m40i-manual-pcoty-2025-gallery/) Base price: \$55,225 Unlike its Toyota Supra sibling, the BMW Z4 roadster still offers a turbocharged four-cylinder base engine, meaning the BMW actually has a cheaper base price. The sDrive30i model has a 255-hp turbo-four, while the significantly more expensive M40i has a 382-hp inline-six. If you're a stick-shift enthusiast, you'll be glad to know that BMW is [now offering a six-speed manual transmission](https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a46091451/2024-bmw-z4-manual/) with the inline-six. The so-called "Handschalter" package (German for "hand shift") costs \$3500 extra and also includes other performance tweaks. [More Info on the Handschalter Z4](https://www.roadandtrack.com/reviews/a62501027/2025-bmw-z4-m40i-handschalter-drive-review/) Advertisement - Continue Reading Below ## 2025 Toyota Supra [![2025 toyota supra](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/2025-grsupra-3l-premium-stratosphere-018-6697ec39ac246.jpg?crop=0.630xw:0.630xh;0.147xw,0.127xh)View Photos Toyota](https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/g39849048/2023-toyota-supra-manual-photos-from-every-angle/) Base price: \$57,345 For 2025, Toyota is [dropping the cheaper four-cylinder Supra 2.0](https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a61456623/toyota-killing-the-four-cylinder-supra-2025/), which means the price of entry goes up by a lot. The turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six is now the standard powertrain, which means you get 382 hp and the choice of a six-speed manual or an eight-speed automatic. We drove the manual version and found that it transforms the car, and the Supra remains a great-looking sports car with a huge amount of performance bang for your buck. [How the Supra's Manual Transmission Transforms the Car](https://www.roadandtrack.com/reviews/a41096057/toyota-supra-manual-review-first-drive/) ## 2025 BMW M2 [![2025 bmw m2](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/p90553486-highres-67d2e90ed7ee9.jpg?crop=0.739xw:0.657xh;0.200xw,0.221xh)View Photos BMW](https://www.roadandtrack.com/photos/g61087919/2025-bmw-m2-2-series-coupe-photos/) Base price: \$66,675 The BMW 2-series is a luxury sports coupe that may not fit the traditional definition of a sports car, but the fantastic M2 variant adds enough performance that we consider it among these ranks. It's a rear-wheel-drive two-door powered by a 473-hp twin-turbo inline-six engine, and a six-speed manual transmission is standard. It also has a widebody look that gives it far more street presence than its lesser stablemates, and the relatively usable rear seat and trunk add a measure of practicality. [The 2025 M2 Is Quicker and Offers More Colors](https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a61084270/2025-bmw-m2-revealed/) Advertisement - Continue Reading Below ## 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ![2025 chevrolet corvette stingray](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/2025-chevrolet-corvette-stingray-67dafe4c758fd.jpg?crop=0.617xw:0.548xh;0.250xw,0.230xh) Chevrolet Base price: \$69,995 The Corvette just barely sneaks in under \$70,000, but even the base Stingray is a lot of sports car for the money. Where else can you get a mid-engine, V-8–powered beast with exotic looks for under six figures? The naturally aspirated 6.2-liter V-8 produces 490 horsepower in base form, and although we prefer models with the [Z51 performance package](https://www.roadandtrack.com/car-culture/a45265086/corvette-dad-car/), even without those upgrades the Stingray is a balanced handler with lots of capability. You even get a decent amount of cargo space thanks to the front and rear trunks. [You can Save \$3000 on a Corvette with a Costco Membership](https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a63955469/costco-corvette-deal/) ![Headshot of Brian Silvestro](https://hips.hearstapps.com/rover/profile_photos/72ee435d-3834-4420-a55e-416409a4f419_1468348195.jpg?fill=1:1&resize=120:) [Brian Silvestro](https://www.roadandtrack.com/author/16371/brian-silvestro/) Former Lead Deputy Editor, Rankings Content Brian Silvestro was Hearst Autos' former lead deputy editor for rankings content. He spent over seven years as a staff writer for Road & Track Magazine where he contributed car reviews, industry interviews, and more. He has a taste for high-mileage, rusted-out projects and amateur endurance racing. ![Headshot of Joey Capparella](https://hips.hearstapps.com/rover/profile_photos/60520ea7-4e8c-47b3-ae7b-b07121e20abc_1721749024.file?fill=1:1&resize=120:) [Joey Capparella](https://www.roadandtrack.com/author/220505/joey-capparella/) Deputy Editor, Rankings Content Despite being raised on a steady diet of base-model Hondas and Toyotas—or perhaps because of it—Joey Capparella cultivated an obsession for the automotive industry throughout his childhood in Nashville, Tennessee. He found a way to write about cars for the school newspaper during his college years at Rice University, which eventually led him to move to Ann Arbor, Michigan, for his first professional auto-writing gig at Automobile Magazine. 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Readable Markdown	## 2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata Base price: \$30,515 There's a reason everyone on the internet says the Miata is always the answer. Because in most cases, [it very much is](https://www.roadandtrack.com/reviews/a35048630/mazda-miata-mx-5-is-all-the-sports-car-youll-ever-need/). For decades, the Miata has been the go-to affordable sports car for those who enjoy the act of driving. The car's light weight and inherent chassis balance combine to deliver one of the best driving experiences on the market, regardless of price. Mix in [the delightful four-cylinder](https://www.roadandtrack.com/new-cars/first-drives/a22713193/2019-mazda-mx-5-miata-first-drive/) and stunning six-speed transmission and you have what many on staff believe to be the perfect modern performance car. For 2024, the Miata [received updates](https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a45454886/2024-mazda-mx-5-miata-nd3-japan/) including a new differential and a larger infotainment screen, and it remains as fun-to-drive as ever. [Tested: 2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club](https://www.roadandtrack.com/reviews/a63362160/tested-2025-mazda-mx-5-miata-club/) ## 2025 Toyota GR86 Base price: \$31,135 In a world where dedicated performance platforms are becoming few and far between, [Toyota's GR86](https://www.roadandtrack.com/reviews/a37304880/2022-toyota-gr-86-first-drive-review/) is a bright ray of hope. Its simple, lightweight body and rear-wheel-drive setup make it a joy to toss around corners on and off the circuit. For 2022, the 86 received a major update, with a new fascia, a revamped interior, and most importantly, more displacement from its boxer-four, which now measures 2.4 liters and puts out 228 hp—plenty of power for a car that weighs under 3000 pounds. [Read our comparison test versus the Miata](https://www.roadandtrack.com/reviews/a42190850/mazda-miata-vs-toyota-gr86/) Advertisement - Continue Reading Below ## 2025 Subaru BRZ Base price: \$32,380 If you're thinking about buying a Toyota GR86, you should also consider the [Subaru BRZ](https://www.roadandtrack.com/reviews/a39529467/2022-subaru-brz-review/). Aside from a few suspension changes, they're essentially the same car underneath. The 86 is set up to oversteer a bit more from the factory, but as far as driving experience goes they're very close—you can't go wrong with either. Thankfully, pricing is almost identical. [Here's our first drive review](https://www.roadandtrack.com/reviews/a37425069/2022-subaru-brz-first-drive-review/) ## 2025 Ford Mustang Base price: \$33,515 Believe it or not, the [Ford Mustang](https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a43118618/2024-ford-mustang-pricing/) is the only car left in Ford's lineup that isn't a truck, SUV, or crossover. It's also one of the last affordable sports cars on the market. The EcoBoost turbo four-cylinder is the far cheaper option, but it unfortunately no longer comes with a six-speed manual transmission. Even still, its 315-hp 2.3-liter turbo-four represents good performance value. If you're willing to spend a bit more, the fantastic 480-hp 5.0-liter V-8 in the Mustang GT can be paired with a six-speed manual for under \$45,000. [Here's everything you need to know about the new Mustang](https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/g41926915/2024-ford-mustang-everything-photos/) Advertisement - Continue Reading Below ## 2025 Nissan Z Base price: \$44,110 With retro looks paired to a 400-hp twin-turbo V-6 and a manual transmission, it's hard not to love the [Nissan Z](https://www.roadandtrack.com/car-culture/a41431969/dossier-2023-nissan-z/). A starting price well under \$50,000 is all the more reason to get on board. The NISMO version packs an extra 20 horsepower and track-focused upgrades, but is considerably more expensive sadly comes only with an automatic transmission. Nissan is also introducing a [Heritage Edition](https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a61112290/nissan-z-heritage-edition-details/) model (pictured) with a slightly different face and other visual tweaks that's meant to evoke the Z's long lineage dating back to the 1960s. [Everybody Underestimates the Z NISMO](https://www.roadandtrack.com/reviews/a46298521/everybody-underestimates-nismo-z/) ## 2025 BMW Z4 Base price: \$55,225 Unlike its Toyota Supra sibling, the BMW Z4 roadster still offers a turbocharged four-cylinder base engine, meaning the BMW actually has a cheaper base price. The sDrive30i model has a 255-hp turbo-four, while the significantly more expensive M40i has a 382-hp inline-six. If you're a stick-shift enthusiast, you'll be glad to know that BMW is [now offering a six-speed manual transmission](https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a46091451/2024-bmw-z4-manual/) with the inline-six. The so-called "Handschalter" package (German for "hand shift") costs \$3500 extra and also includes other performance tweaks. [More Info on the Handschalter Z4](https://www.roadandtrack.com/reviews/a62501027/2025-bmw-z4-m40i-handschalter-drive-review/) Advertisement - Continue Reading Below ## 2025 Toyota Supra Base price: \$57,345 For 2025, Toyota is [dropping the cheaper four-cylinder Supra 2.0](https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a61456623/toyota-killing-the-four-cylinder-supra-2025/), which means the price of entry goes up by a lot. The turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six is now the standard powertrain, which means you get 382 hp and the choice of a six-speed manual or an eight-speed automatic. We drove the manual version and found that it transforms the car, and the Supra remains a great-looking sports car with a huge amount of performance bang for your buck. [How the Supra's Manual Transmission Transforms the Car](https://www.roadandtrack.com/reviews/a41096057/toyota-supra-manual-review-first-drive/) ## 2025 BMW M2 Base price: \$66,675 The BMW 2-series is a luxury sports coupe that may not fit the traditional definition of a sports car, but the fantastic M2 variant adds enough performance that we consider it among these ranks. It's a rear-wheel-drive two-door powered by a 473-hp twin-turbo inline-six engine, and a six-speed manual transmission is standard. It also has a widebody look that gives it far more street presence than its lesser stablemates, and the relatively usable rear seat and trunk add a measure of practicality. [The 2025 M2 Is Quicker and Offers More Colors](https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a61084270/2025-bmw-m2-revealed/) Advertisement - Continue Reading Below ## 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ![2025 chevrolet corvette stingray](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/2025-chevrolet-corvette-stingray-67dafe4c758fd.jpg?crop=0.617xw:0.548xh;0.250xw,0.230xh) Chevrolet Base price: \$69,995 The Corvette just barely sneaks in under \$70,000, but even the base Stingray is a lot of sports car for the money. Where else can you get a mid-engine, V-8–powered beast with exotic looks for under six figures? The naturally aspirated 6.2-liter V-8 produces 490 horsepower in base form, and although we prefer models with the [Z51 performance package](https://www.roadandtrack.com/car-culture/a45265086/corvette-dad-car/), even without those upgrades the Stingray is a balanced handler with lots of capability. You even get a decent amount of cargo space thanks to the front and rear trunks. [You can Save \$3000 on a Corvette with a Costco Membership](https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a63955469/costco-corvette-deal/) ![Headshot of Brian Silvestro](https://hips.hearstapps.com/rover/profile_photos/72ee435d-3834-4420-a55e-416409a4f419_1468348195.jpg?fill=1:1&resize=120:) Brian Silvestro was Hearst Autos' former lead deputy editor for rankings content. He spent over seven years as a staff writer for Road & Track Magazine where he contributed car reviews, industry interviews, and more. He has a taste for high-mileage, rusted-out projects and amateur endurance racing. ![Headshot of Joey Capparella](https://hips.hearstapps.com/rover/profile_photos/60520ea7-4e8c-47b3-ae7b-b07121e20abc_1721749024.file?fill=1:1&resize=120:) Despite being raised on a steady diet of base-model Hondas and Toyotas—or perhaps because of it—Joey Capparella cultivated an obsession for the automotive industry throughout his childhood in Nashville, Tennessee. He found a way to write about cars for the school newspaper during his college years at Rice University, which eventually led him to move to Ann Arbor, Michigan, for his first professional auto-writing gig at Automobile Magazine. He has been part of the Hearst Autos team since 2016 and now lives in New York City.
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