Best Coupes of 2023 and 2024
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The Edmunds experts test coupe contenders on our test track and in the real world. Our ratings assess performance, comfort, technology, utility, value and more. How we rank
Best Coupes
There was a time when seemingly every car had a two-door variant, but today's mass-market coupes focus on performance. They may even offer a manual transmission.
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Redesigned in 2022
Subaru BRZ
- Edmunds Rating
- 8.3/10
- MSRP
- $28,595 - $32,795
- Combined MPG
- 22 - 25
About Toyota GR86
The GR86 is a back-to-basics sports car in the best way. It's fun to drive, reasonably priced and somewhat practical. It can be a bit noisy and stiff-riding at times, but those downsides are easy to live with, considering all of the car's other outstanding attributes. Read full review
- MSRP
- $28,400 - $35,860
- Combined MPG
- 22 - 25
Best Muscle cars
As American as triple cheeseburgers, muscle cars are brawny coupes based on the age-old belief that there's no problem a bigger engine can't fix.
1st
Redesigned in 2015
Ford Mustang Mach 1
- Edmunds Rating
- 8.0/10
- MSRP
- $55,570
- Combined MPG
- 17
2nd
About Ford Mustang
The Ford Mustang is a thrilling yet practical muscle car, with enough civility in any trim for daily use. The V8-powered models deliver pulse-quickening performance and sound. Read full review
- MSRP
- $27,770 - $55,570
- Combined MPG
- 17 - 24
3rd
About Dodge Challenger
People typically overlook convenience in two-door cars, but the Dodge Challenger bucks that trend with a spacious trunk and roomy rear quarters. If it's performance you're after, the Challenger also offers some genuinely gonzo engines that don't stop till they pass 800 horsepower. Read full review
- MSRP
- $31,100 - $76,590
- Combined MPG
- 15 - 23
Best Super muscle cars
Muscle cars have long been known for spirited performance, but today's top-dollar super muscle cars take it to a new level, pushing the boundaries with ever more tire-melting horsepower.
1st
Redesigned in 2020
Ford Shelby GT500
- Edmunds Rating
- 8.0/10
- MSRP
- $76,820
- Combined MPG
- 14
2nd
About Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Redeye
At a whopping 797 horsepower, the Challenger Hellcat Redeye is one of the most powerful cars available, at any price. It remains a true throwback muscle car, with plenty of space for adults, and it's not always easy to live with. Read full review
3rd
About Chevrolet Camaro ZL1
With 650 hp, this top-dog Camaro ZL1 is a monster in a straight line. Its advanced performance-enhancing tech also makes it similarly talented when the road bends. But you'll have to put up with a lot of compromises when you're not trying to set lap time records. Read full review
- MSRP
- $72,100 - $78,100
- Combined MPG
- 16
Best Luxury coupes
Luxury coupes offer some sporting chops, but they also deliver high-class interiors packed with the latest technology features and creature comforts.
1st
Redesigned in 2022
BMW 2 Series
- Edmunds Rating
- 8.1/10
- MSRP
- $38,200 - $50,900
- Combined MPG
- 26 - 29
2nd
About BMW 4 Series
The BMW 4 Series offers a satisfying balance of comfort, capability, practicality and technology, along with the rare option of a manual gearbox. But while it's hard to find faults with the 4 Series, it faces serious challenges from newer rivals. Read full review
- MSRP
- $47,400 - $60,250
- Combined MPG
- 25 - 28
3rd
About Lexus RC 350
The RC 350 exists in a space between a grand-touring coupe and a sports car. It delivers on the luxury coupe experience but a frustrating tech interface and tight interior make it tough to fully recommend. Read full review
- MSRP
- $47,250 - $53,595
- Combined MPG
- 22 - 23
Best Luxury sport coupes
Don't let the name fool you. While there's plenty of luxury in this class, it also contains some of the most uncompromising go-fast machines on the market.
1st
Redesigned in 2020
Chevrolet Corvette
- Edmunds Rating
- 8.5/10
- MSRP
- $64,500 - $119,150
- Combined MPG
- 19
2nd
About Porsche 911
The Porsche 911 is the product of relentless evolution. Its rear engine placement is unique in the motoring world, and its instantly recognizable styling is complemented by outstanding driving dynamics. The 911 remains a benchmark among sports cars. Read full review
- MSRP
- $106,100 - $272,300
- Combined MPG
- 16 - 20
3rd
About Porsche 718 Cayman GT4
The Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 is all about high-performance driving enjoyment. Look no further if you seek exemplary handling and steering unsullied by the latest technological enhancements. Read full review
- MSRP
- $106,500
- Combined MPG
- 19
Best Exotic sport coupes
In this rarified segment, face-melting performance, eye-popping design and wallet-melting prices come together to make the kind of car that belongs on a poster.
1st
Redesigned in 2020
Porsche 911 GT3
- Edmunds Rating
- 8.4/10
- MSRP
- $169,700
- Combined MPG
- 16
2nd
About Lamborghini Huracan
The Lamborghini Huracan Evo combines disorienting levels of acceleration and handling performance with a composed and comfortable ride and a well-finished interior to become a true everyday supercar. Read full review
- MSRP
- $209,409 - $261,497
- Combined MPG
- 15
3rd
About BMW M8
The M8 Competition is BMW's tour de force. It shows that BMW still has what it takes to make a beast of a performance car but one with satisfying comfort and luxury. Read full review
- MSRP
- $134,100
- Combined MPG
- 17
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FAQ
What are the best coupes on the market?
Coupes come in all sorts of flavors for all sorts of shoppers. For an affordable two-door that's fun to drive every day, our top pick is the Subaru BRZ. If you're looking for an American muscle car with a range of powerful engines including some incredible V8s, we recommend the Ford Mustang. But shoppers after serious performance should check out the Chevrolet Corvette, which delivers breakneck acceleration and handling. Learn more
What is the top-rated coupe for 2019?
Our top-rated affordable coupe for 2019 is the Honda Civic. Available in a variety of trims, the Civic is practical and a good value, while also offering plenty of fun for drivers, especially in its Si trim. 2019 was also the final year of the seventh-generation 911, our top-rated luxury sport coupe at the time. It's impeccable handling, premium interior, and powerful engines made it an easy favorite. Learn more
What is the top-rated coupe for 2018?
For 2018, our top-rated muscle car, the Ford Mustang, received a mild makeover with new styling and updates to the engine options. We like the Mustang for its power and style, along with its civilized ride quality. The Audi TT came in as the top-rated luxury coupe. The TT's turbocharged performance and technology-packed interior helped it claim the top spot. Learn more
What are the best used coupes to buy?
Look for "CPO" or certified pre-owned vehicles if you're shopping for used coupe. With so many coupes to choose from, it's important to know what you're looking for. Many coupes offer a variety of trims with different performance and handling characteristics, with some trading comfort or other features in pursuit of extra speed. Edmunds can help you research used coupes so you can be confident you're getting the right one for you. Learn more
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