No matter what happens in today’s car industry, one thing remains very clear. There will always be a market for sports cars. After all, who can resist being able to throttle to exhilarating speeds? Who doesn’t want to go from zero to 60 miles per hour in a matter of seconds?

Indeed, car buyers will always have a love affair with sports cars. If they can afford them, they will buy them. And if they can’t, they would stare at it wistfully as it zooms by. In a way, a sports car is like a status symbol. It lets the world know that you are capable of both luxury and speed. Hence, for many, owning a sports car is pretty much the ultimate accomplishment.

That said, car makers have been regularly busy working on sports car models that would hopefully excite and attract the market. A sports car buyer is someone who is attracted to both power and speed and automakers want to ensure that they remain top of mind when these buyers start making their car purchases.

Because of this, it’s normal to hear about various upcoming sports car models as early as two years before they are set to be introduced. These are the ones you may want to wait for because the payoff would be great. On the other hand, there are also certain current sports car models that are also worth the purchase anytime now. These are the ones that you can already take on the road with you, the ones that can readily leave you speed-happy.

To help you decide on which models would be perfect for you, here are some current and upcoming sports cars that you should not miss out on:

20 Upcoming: 2019 Chevrolet Camaro

Over the years, the Camaro has established itself as a truly iconic sports car. And for 2019, automaker Chevrolet promises that the new Camaro “has been transformed to look even leaner and meaner than before.”

According to Chevrolet’s press release, the 2019 Camaro will be using a 2-liter turbo engine that can produce as much as 275 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque. On the other hand, you can also opt for the LT variant that would come with a more powerful 3.6-liter V6 engine.

Meanwhile, new to the 2019 model is the Track Mode in the Driver Mode Selector and Competition Mode in the Driver Mode Selector Sport.

19 Upcoming: 2021 Toyota 86

Without a doubt, the Toyota 86 has become one of the most loved modern sports cars in recent years. For the 2021 model, the 86 will reportedly receive some fresh new upgrades. In fact, according to a report from Motor 1, the 2021 86 “will be a bit more hardcore than today’s model.”

According to recent reports, the 2021 86 will b3 utilizing a 2.4-liter gasoline powered engine. This would be replacing the 2-liter engine that the current 86 is running on.

And with this larger engine, it is also expected that the 86 will get several safety and driver assistance systems. These include adaptive cruise control, reverse automatic braking and more.

Disclaimer: the photo shown above is the current model and not the upcoming one.

18 Upcoming: 2019 Ford Mustang

The 2019 Ford Mustang is one sports car that is destined to rule the roads. What’s more, you may also like the fact that it has a relatively low starting price of $25,845.

According to Ford, the 2019 Mustang comes with three engine choices. For starters, there’s the 2.3-liter EcoBoost engine that readily delivers 310 horsepower and 350 pound-feet of torque. At the same time, there is also the 5-liter Ti-VCT V8 engine capable of producing as much as 460 horsepower and 420 pound-feet of torque.

Meanwhile, there are also the ultra-powerful Shelby GT350R and GT 350 models. According to a report from Motor Authority, these will be using a 5.2-liter V8 engine that can generate 526 horsepower and 429 pound-feet of torque.

17 Upcoming: 2020 Tesla Roadster

The Tesla Roadster has always been Tesla’s pride and joy. And for its 2020 model, one can only expect great things.

According to a report from Top Speed, the 2020 Roadster will be utilizing a new 200-kWh battery pack that can readily produce as much as 7,376 pound-feet of torque, a figure that Tesla founder Elon Musk is calling “stupid.”

Just like the current Roadster, the 2020 model is expected to go from 0 to 60 miles per hour in just 1.9 seconds and 0 to 100 miles per hour in a mere 4.2 second. The top speed is expected to exceed 250 miles per hour. Meanwhile, the expected ranger per charge of this electric sports car is 620 miles.

16 Upcoming: 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Convertible

One of the most awaited sports car today is none other than the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Convertible.

This Corvette has power and it’s not afraid to use it. In fact, the 2019 Corvette ZR1 convertible will reportedly utilize a 6.2-liter supercharged V8 engine that is capable of generating as much as 455 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 460 pound-feet of torque at 4,600 rpm.

In case you’re wondering, this car comes with a very high price tag too. According to a report from Motor Trend, the convertible variant has a starting price of $123,995. Meanwhile, you can also get a coupe for a starting price of $119,995.

15 Upcoming: 2019 BMW i8 Roadster

According to reports today, a lot of exciting things can be expected in the 2019 BMW i8 Roadster. After all, this is one sports car that could use a bit of upgrade. For starters, the roof is reportedly gone and what you end up with is a stylishly sleek convertible that lets you feel the wind in your hair.

As far as power is concerned, a slight improvement can be expected. According to a report from Motor 1, the increased performance of the 2019 i8 Roadster will be mostly due to its new lithium-ion batteries that have an increased capacity.

That also means its performance would increase to around 141 horsepower and 228 pound-feet of torque.

Meanwhile, BMW has also reportedly promised that the 2019 i8 Roadster in the U.S. will also now have an electric range of 18 miles.

14 Upcoming: 2019 Porsche 911

In recent weeks, the 2019 Porsche 911 has been spotted undergoing some testing on the roads. And based on reports, it doesn’t look like it is much different from the 992-generation 911s that many have come to know and love.

Meanwhile, according to a report from Top Speed, expect the upcoming 911 to have a lot more power than its predecessors. After all, the 2019 model will be utilizing a 3-liter flat-six engine.

According to a report from Carbuzz, the base 992 Carrera is expected to have an output of 400 horsepower while the Carrera S variant will have an expected output of 450 horsepower. Finally, the Turbo S variant is expected to have an output of 620 horsepower.

13 Upcoming: 2020 Audi eTron GT Super Coupe

Today, Audi is busy preparing its highly anticipated 2020 eTron GT Super Coupe for launch. As Audi Chairman Rupert Stadler puts it, “It’s a car that thrills at first glance, a fully electric gran turismo that stands for a new kind of sportiness.”

This all-electric sports car will reportedly be using a variation of the e-tron SUV’s 95 kW/h lithium0ion battery pack. That means it would have an estimated range of around 300 miles.

Expectations are particularly high for this model. During an interview with Forbes, Stadler further said, “It proves that electric drive can also deliver high performance. I am sure this very sporty four-door will certainly have many fans and customers. We will lead our high-performance brand Audi Sport into the electric future with models like this.”

12 Upcoming: 2019 Alfa Romeo 4C

For 2019, the Alfa Romeo 4C will reportedly undergo a much-needed revamp. In fact, according to a report from Top Speed, it would most likely get a new engine as well as have its suspension and steering improved. Nonetheless though, this model still won’t have an available manual transmission simply because it seems there’s no market for them.

According to Alfa Romeo engineering boss Roberto Fedeli, “We need the 4C to be our halo car.” Hence, one can expect that issues from previous 4C models will be fixed and ultimately, improved.

At the moment, there is no word yet on how soon the 2019 4C will be introduced to the market. There is also no update on the pricing just yet.

Disclaimer: The photo shown above is the current model and not the upcoming one.

11 Upcoming: 2019 McLaren 600LT

Another car that is absolutely worth the wait is the stunning and exhilarating 2019 McLaren 600LT.

According to a report from Top Speed, the 2019 600LT will be using a 3.8-liter V8 engine that readily produces as much as 592 horsepower at 7,500 rpm and 457 pound-feet of torque at 5,500 to 6,500 rpm. This high-end sports car also reaches a top speed of 204 miles per hour and can readily go from 0 to 60 miles per hour in just 2.9 seconds.

At the moment, the pricing information for the 2019 600LT for the U.S. market is not available.

10 Current: 2018 Nissan GT-R

According to Nissan, the 2018 GT-R is “defiantly different.” This is one sports car that promises supreme performance on the track on any given day.

Under the hood of the 2018 GT-R is a 3.8-liter twin turbo V6 engine that throttles to as much as 565 horsepower at 6,800 rpm and an incredible 467 pound-feet of torque at 3,300 to 5,800 rpm.

On the other hand, if you choose the 2018 GT-R Nismo Variant, you get NISMO-tuned 3.8-liter high capacity twin-turbocharged V6 engine that can readily deliver as much as 600 horsepower at 6,800 rpm and 481 pound-feet of torque at 3,600 to 5,600 rpm.

9 Current: 2018 Toyota 86

If you are currently in the market for a sports car that is both reliable and affordable, look no further than the 2018 Toyota 86. This sports car comes with a reasonable starting price of $26,455.

Under the hood of the 2018 86 is a 2-liter four-cylinder horizontally opposed engine that readily delivers as much as 205 horsepower at 7,000 rpm and 156 pound-feet of torque at 6,400 to 6,000 rpm.

Aside from impressive capabilities, the 2018 86 also has pretty good fuel efficiency. In fact, its base variant has an estimated rating of 21 miles per gallon in the city and 28 miles per gallon on the highway.

8 Current: 2018 Fiat 124 Spider

If you are looking for a sports car that’s flashy but relatively affordable, you can’t go wrong with the 2018 Fiat 124 Spider. After all, this sports car comes with a relatively low starting price of $24,995.

Under the hood of the 2018 124 Spider base Classica variant is a 1.4-liter MultiAir turbo engine that can readily deliver as much as 160 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque. Aside from having pretty impressive performance, this sports car also offers good fuel efficiency. In fact, it has an estimated rating of 26 miles per gallon in the city and 35 miles per gallon on the highway.

7 Current: 2018 Alfa Romeo 4C Spider

The 2018 Alfa Romeo 4C Spider is a thing of beauty. It’s essentially a cross between a sports car and luxury sedan. And according to Alfa Romeo, the 2018 4C Spider comes with a starting price of $65,900.

Under the hood of this sports car is a 1.7-liter I-4 engine that can readily churn out as much as 237 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 258 pound-feet of torque at 2,200 to 4,250 rpm. Moreover, the 2018 4C Spider can readily go from 0 to 60 miles per hour in just 4.1 seconds. It also has a top speed of 160 miles per hour.

6 Current: 2018 Porsche 718 Boxster

Another sports car that’s worth the purchase today is the 2018 Porsche 718 Boxster. According to a report from Auto Trader, this sports car currently comes with a starting price of $58,450.

Under the hood of the 2018 718 Boxster is 2-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that readily produces as much as 300 horsepower and 280 pound-feet of torque.

According to Porsche, this car can also readily accelerate from 0 to 100 kilometers in an impressive 5.1 seconds.

Meanwhile, if you want something more powerful, you can also opt for the 2018 718 Boxster S. This one is powered by a 2.6-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine that can readily propel to 350 horsepower and 309 pound-feet of torque.

5 Current: 2018 Lexus LC

The 2018 Lexus LC is every bit as stunning as it is impressive. At the same time, it also happens to be one of the more expensive sports cars around with a starting price of $92,000.

Under the hood of the 2018 LC is a 5-liter V8 engine that can easily deliver as much as 471 horsepower and 398 pound-feet of torque at 4,800 rpm. This sports car can readily reach a top speed of 168 miles per hour. Not only that, it can also go from 0 to 60 miles per hour in just 4.4 seconds.

Meanwhile, you may also be glad to know that this car has a certified ultra-low emission vehicle rating.

4 Current: 2018 Audi R8 Spyder

Another current sports car model that car buyers can’t stop talking about today is the 2018 Audi R8 Spyder. According to Audi, this sports car readily “combines the roar of the track with the thrill of top-down driving.”

Under the hood of the 2018 R8 is a 5.2-liter FSI dual-injection V10 engine capable of producing as much as 532 horsepower at 7,800 rpm and 398 pound-feet of torque at 6,500 rpm. It has a top speed of 198 miles per hour. Moreover, this sports car can readily go from 0 to 60 miles per hour in just 3.5 seconds.

The 2018 R8 has a starting price of $177,100.

3 Current: 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT S

One of the sleekest and most extravagant sports cars that you can own today is the 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT S. This model comes with a starting price of $132,400.

Under the hood of the 2018 GT S is a handcrafted 4-liter AMG V8 biturbo engine that can readily charge all the way to 515 horsepower at 6,250 rpm and 494 pound-feet of torque at 1,800 to 5,000 rpm. This sports car can readily go from 0 to 60 miles per hour in just 3.7 seconds.

Meanwhile, the 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT S also comes with various safety and driver assistance systems. These include the Attention Assist, Collision Prevention Assist Plus and more.

2 Current: 2018 McLaren 570S Spider

When you are looking for a sports car that is absolutely built for performance, one of the best current models to consider is the 2018 McLaren 570S Spider. This stunning sports car is meant to leave you breathless. However, you should also be willing to pay its estimated price tag of $191,100, according to a report from Car and Driver.

Under the hood of the 2018 570S Spider is a 3.8-liter turbocharged V8 McLaren engine that can readily deliver 562 horsepower and 443 pound-feet of torque.

This sports car readily accelerates from 0 to 62 miles per hour in just 3.2 seconds. Meanwhile, it has a top speed of 204 miles per hour.

1 Current: 2018 Acura NSX

If you are looking for a sports car that absolutely performs every bit like a racing car, you should look no further than the 2018 Acura NSX.

Under the hood of the 2018 NSX is a 3.5-liter DOHC V6 engine that readily delivers as much as 500 horsepower at 6,500 to 7,500 rpm and 406 pound-feet of torque at 2,000 to 6,000 rpm. This car can go from 0 to 60 miles per hour in just three seconds. Meanwhile, it is capable of reaching a top speed of 191 miles per hour.

The 2018 NSX is available with a starting price of $156,000, according to a report from The Car Connection.

Sources: chevrolet.com, motortrend.com, topspeed.com, caranddriver.com