Consensus dictates that sports cars are specialty products that are designed with the focus on performance - which makes them highly impractical and arduous to live with daily. This reasoning might ring plausible to the uninitiated, however, this isn’t always the case.
Sports cars have huge potential. Some of the cheapest examples can deliver unhinged performance that can put the most thoroughbred supercars to shame. It is because of their wide range potential that these motoring instruments allow enthusiasts to own the sports car of their dreams without compromising on their convenience. These are 10 impressive sports cars that also happen to be quite practical.
10 Ford Mustang
The blue oval brand’s iconic pony car was once described as a “Ferrari for the masses” by the TIME magazine and that narrative is a testament to Mustang’s practicality. Ford is responsible for building some of the sickest Mustangs over the years which one could also use as a daily driver.
The prices for the current line-up of the 2020 Ford Mustang start from $26,670 and even the entry-level EcoBoost Fastback model of the pony car features a 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder motor that produces 310 BHP of and 350 lb-ft of peak torque.
9 Lotus Evora
British supercar manufacturer is world-famous for building exemplary driving machines that do not compromise on performance by being unnecessarily complicated. The outgoing model of Lotus Evora offers razor-sharp handling around the track and at the same time, the suspension changes its characteristic on challenging surfaces to bestow the occupants with a comfortable ride.
Even though it is a supercar the 2020 Lotus Evora can accommodate up to 4 passengers and is powered by a supercharged Toyota V6 that produces 416 BHP of peak power output.
8 Porsche 911
The 911 is one of the most recognized and legendary car nameplates in the world. Its timeless design has aged gracefully over the years and many of the models have even appreciated over the decades. The outgoing model of Porsche 911 is an exciting sports car and keeping true to the 911 tradition, it is also quite practical.
The 2020 Porsche 911 coupe offers one of the most comfortable interiors in the segment and the rear seats come with folding backrests. With a peak power output of 379 BHP, the 911 coupe only takes 4 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 60 MPH.
7 Dodge Challenger
When it comes to top-end performance, the 2020 Dodge Challenger has no equal as the latest installment of the muscle car which has evolved incredibly over the years. The Dodge Demon can leave a Lamborghini Aventador in its dust over a quarter-mile straight.
The Demon might not be the most comfortable car to own but Dodge proudly offers other variants in the challenger range which claim to offer best-in-class cabin space. Prices for the SXT variant of Dodge Challenger start from $28,905 and the sports car is powered by 3.6-liter V6 that churns out 305 BHP.
6 BMW 2 Series Coupe
The Bavarian car manufacturer's current lineup is capable of offering unmatched performance and with the 2020 BMW 2 Series, the German car brand has managed to bring that performance to the masses. The 2 Series Gran Coupe was praised for its practicality and the standard coupe builds on that appeal with its sporty characteristics.
The engine in the entry-level 230i variant produces a peak power output of 255 BHP, all of which is sent to the rear wheels. The M version gets an additional 30 horsepower and both variants are also available in all-wheel-drive models.
5 Audi TT RS
Audi has become somewhat of a poster boy for big Hollywood franchises (Avengers, Hitman, etc.) and the 2020 TT RS model is a real-life hero. TT is offered in a four-seat layout and the car puts down the power generated by the front-mounted TFSi motor using Audi’s proprietary Quattro all-wheel-drive system.
The engine’s peak power output is rated at 400PS which allows the Audi TT RS to accelerate to a top speed of 174 MPH. This also means that it only takes about 3.9 seconds for RS to accelerate from 0 to 60 MPH.
4 Subaru BRZ
Subaru is one of the least depreciating automotive brands in the world and when it collaborated with Toyota to co-develop the BRZ sports car it was a sure recipe for a major hit. The car is powered by a turbocharged 2-liter boxer engine which means it can be installed low into the bed of the car.
This engine bestows the Japanese sports car with a low center of gravity. The car runs on skinny tires and can accelerate to 62 mph from a standstill in 7.6 seconds.
3 Nissan GT-R
Nissan GT-R is also known as the Godzilla and happens to be one of the fastest accelerating vehicles in the world. The car is famous for delivering superbike-like performance in a reasonably comfortable package. The Nissan GT-R can accelerate from a complete standstill to 62 mph in only 2.7 seconds and the top speed of the sports car is rated at 196 mph.
Nissan GT-R comes with adjustable suspension and four-wheel drive. It's surprising that Nissan GTR is available in a 4 seat layout when everything about the sports car has been designed with a focus on performance.
2 BMW I8
In its concept version, the BMW i8 served legendary IMF agent Ethan Hunt as his spy car in Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol. No one expected BMW to put this futuristic sports car into production with minimal changes.
BMW i8 flaunts ultra-modern styling and an electrified drivetrain. Hidden behind the radical design of the i8 is a very conventional cabin layout of four seats. The car can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just under 4.4 seconds and the top speed of BMW i8 is rated at 155 mph.
1 Maserati Gran Turismo
The Maserati Gran Turismo is one of the most beautiful entries on this list and the Italian thoroughbred sportscar also happens to be one of the most practical and luxurious offerings in the segment. Under the hood we find a 4.7-liter V8 powering the outgoing model of Maserati GT.
The highly tuned Italian V8 motor produces 520 BHP, which means the Gran Turismo can accelerate to 60 mph in under 4.8 seconds. With this kind of performance, the Maserati Gran Turismo is faster than many 2-seater sports cars even though the Italian offering has one of the most comfortable 4 seat layouts.