Best Sport Sedans of 2026 and 2027

The Edmunds experts test drive sport sedan contenders on our test track and in the real world. Our ratings assess performance, comfort, technology, utility, value and more. How we rank sport sedans

Best Sport compacts

Small cars that pack a big punch are always in style. Thanks to the latest turbocharging technology, that sporty performance is more accessible than ever.

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  1. #12026 Hyundai Elantra N
  2. #22026 Honda Civic Si
  3. #32026 Volkswagen Jetta GLI
  4. #42026 Subaru WRX
1st
2026 Hyundai Elantra N
Edmunds Rating
7.1/10
The Elantra N is a hugely impressive little sport sedan that we'd shop against any of today's hot hatches. Overall performance is nearly unparalleled among front-wheel-drive cars thanks to a strong engine, nimble handling and some of the best steering you'll find on the road today.
MSRP
$35,100 - $40,750
Combined MPG
23 - 24
2nd
2026 Honda Civic Si
Edmunds Rating
7.1/10
The Civic Si has grown up, but it's still a blast to drive. While the competition has gotten quicker, and the Si hasn't, it's still a relative bargain compared to the rest of the class, but manages to not skimp on interior quality or tech luxuries.
MSRP
$31,495
Combined MPG
31
3rd
2026 Volkswagen Jetta GLI
Edmunds Rating
6.1/10
The Jetta GLI is comfortable and spacious and includes plenty of standard creature comforts. But it's not as nimble or entertaining to drive as the Golf GTI or some other rival sedans.
MSRP
$33,745
Combined MPG
29
4th
2026 Subaru WRX
Edmunds Rating
5.8/10
Though it's not hatchback, the hot hatch segment is where the Subaru WRX finds its closest competition. The WRX is a bit rougher around the edges which may sound like a drawback for those seeking comfort and refinement. But for those familiar with the WRX's rally racing heritage it's a ringing endorsement.
MSRP
$32,495 - $45,995
Combined MPG
21 - 22

Best Small performance sedans

If you're looking for luxury and maneuverability along with sizzling speed, small performance sedans are where it's at. These sporty variants are among the most capable sedans in the world.

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  1. #12026 BMW M340i
  2. #22026 Audi RS 3
  3. #32026 Acura Integra Type S
  4. #42026 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43
  5. #52026 Audi S3
1st
2026 BMW M340i
Edmunds Rating
7.4/10
The BMW M340i is a compelling bridge between the entry-level 3 Series and the mighty M3. Upgraded performance hardware and nearly 400 horsepower make it sharper and more engaging than the base model but not nearly as bank-bruising as its enthusiasts-only counterpart.
MSRP
$62,300
Combined MPG
29
2nd
2026 Audi RS 3
Edmunds Rating
7.0/10
The Audi RS 3's all-wheel-drive system means traction is ever present, even in slippery conditions, and the vibrant turbocharged five-cylinder engine means you're never wanting for power or drama. But just as it can barnstorm a back road, it can also be a civilized counterpart on the day-to-day.
MSRP
$66,100
Combined MPG
23
3rd
2026 Acura Integra Type S
Edmunds Rating
6.9/10
The Acura Integra Type S is the shot of adrenaline that the brand has needed for so long. It's a gorgeous hot hatch that strikes a wonderful balance between sport compact and entry-level luxury. If you're looking for all the thrills and precise driving of a Honda Civic Type R but crave something a bit more refined, then the Integra Type S is the perfect answer.
MSRP
$53,900
Combined MPG
24
4th
2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43
Edmunds Rating
6.9/10
The Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43 is quick and handles well, with performance that's generally on par with its German rivals. There's lots of available in-car tech and driver aids too. But there's nothing about this car that makes it a standout sport sedan.
MSRP
$64,150
Combined MPG
22
5th
2026 Audi S3
Edmunds Rating
6.6/10
The Audi S3 is one of the smallest sedans you can buy, yet it doesn't feel like Audi gave it any less care than its other models. It's comfortable yet also fun to drive thanks to a strong yet fuel-efficient engine and sporty handling.
MSRP
$52,000
Combined MPG
26
6th
2026 BMW M3
Edmunds Rating
6.6/10
The BMW M3 is a sport sedan that comes so close to being perfect. The all-wheel-drive system gives you confidence in poor weather, plus heaps of grip for explosive acceleration. Yet the highs are so high that the car's numb steering and unpleasant exhaust note really stick out.
MSRP
$79,300 - $88,600
Combined MPG
18 - 19
7th
2026 Audi S5
Edmunds Rating
6.5/10
The Audi S5 is a good-looking sport sedan with a practical cargo area and a comfortable, modern interior. As quick as it may be, it lacks some personality and doesn't come with as many standard driver aids as we think it should for the price.
MSRP
$63,300 - $70,900
Combined MPG
23
8th
2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE
Edmunds Rating
6.2/10
You'd be right to expect amazing things from the Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E Performance. After all, it's 671 hp from a small sedan. But the car's plug-in hybrid powertrain adds a bunch of weight, and that negatively affects handling and road comfort. If you're searching for the 'ultimate driving' sedan, you should probably shop at a different German dealership.
MSRP
$88,000
Combined MPG
20
9th
2026 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing
Edmunds Rating
5.8/10
The Cadillac CT4 V Blackwing is a high-performance variant of the standard CT4 sedan. It comes with an impressive array of standard features including an adaptive suspension and a wonderfully responsive engine. Aside from a cramped back seat and only so-so driver safety aids, the CT4-V Blackwing delivers in all the right places.
MSRP
$63,600
Combined MPG
18
10th
2026 Cadillac CT4-V
Edmunds Rating
5.4/10
The Cadillac CT4-V significantly turns up the performance of the standard CT4. It's quick and relatively nimble if a little course-sounding and light on feedback. But its main faults lie in its subpar interior materials and generally less luxurious feel compared to its European rivals.
MSRP
$50,600
Combined MPG
23
11th
2025 Lexus IS 500 F SPORT
Edmunds Rating
5.1/10
The Lexus IS 500 F Sport's wonderful V8 engine and sporty handling make it fun on a winding road. But they can't mask the car's dated design and tech. The IS 500's smaller size and uncompetitive price are also drawbacks. We like driving the IS 500, but it's not enough to make up for the car's other drawbacks.
MSRP
$59,520 - $64,020
Combined MPG
20

Best Midsize performance sedans

The midsize performance sedan has traditionally ruled the roost when it comes to four-door fun. Expect face-flattening acceleration, track-ready handling and the latest tech inside.

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  1. #12026 Mercedes-Benz AMG E 53 Wagon
  2. #22026 Mercedes-Benz AMG E 53
  3. #32026 Audi RS 6 Performance
  4. #42026 Audi RS 7
  5. #52026 BMW M5 Touring
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2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG E 53 Wagon
Edmunds Rating
7.9/10
The Mercedes-AMG E 53 Hybrid wagon is fast, practical and stylish. The plug-in hybrid powertrain also allows for 40-plus miles of all-electric driving, if that's your thing. However, the E 53 suffers from an overly firm ride, and not all of our drivers love the car's screen-intensive interior.
MSRP
$78,300 - $93,350
Combined MPG
22 - 25
2nd
2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG E 53
Edmunds Rating
7.9/10
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class is an exemplar of both comfort and luxury, and the AMG E 53 adds a healthy dollop of performance to that equation. Smooth, elegant and seriously quick, the E 53 doesn't compromise the E-Class' core values in its quest to provide an engaging drive.
MSRP
$89,600 - $93,350
Combined MPG
22 - 24
3rd
2026 Audi RS 6 Performance
Edmunds Rating
7.3/10
It's not cheap, but the RS 6 feels like two cars for the money. Around town, it's an extremely comfortable and well-crafted luxury wagon. But push the RS button on the steering wheel and the RS 6 becomes a rewarding and comically quick performance car.
MSRP
$130,700
Combined MPG
16
4th
2026 Audi RS 7
Edmunds Rating
6.9/10
While other sport sedan manufacturers ask if you want fast or comfortable, Audi simply asks, "Why not both?" The Audi RS 7 combines massive speed and performance potential with a compliant ride and a modern, tech-forward interior.
MSRP
$132,700
Combined MPG
16
5th
2026 BMW M5 Touring
Edmunds Rating
6.4/10
The BMW M5 Touring helps keep the high-performance wagon dream alive in the U.S. Its technology features, interior quality and everyday practicality are beyond reproach, but a heavy curb weight dampens its performance capabilities.
MSRP
$125,300
Combined MPG
13
6th
2026 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing
Edmunds Rating
6.3/10
Cadillac's been in the business of making some seriously fast sedans for over a decade, but none has ever been as cohesive and deeply impressive as the CT5-V Blackwing. It's a comfortable, powerful and great-handling sedan. And if you needed a bonus, the Cadillac even comes with a six-speed manual transmission.
MSRP
$97,600
Combined MPG
15
7th
2025 Audi S7
Edmunds Rating
6.3/10
The Audi S7 is best suited for enthusiasts of the brand who want a car that is a genuine all-rounder. It's comfortable on long drives and gets up to speed quickly when you need it to. But the interior is starting to get a little dated, and trunk space is lacking.
MSRP
$85,700 - $93,100
Combined MPG
22
8th
2026 BMW M5
Edmunds Rating
6.2/10
The BMW M5 is supposed to do a little bit of everything. The redesigned M5 offers some striking numbers and a great interior, but it has gained half a ton in weight and lost some of its dynamic talents in the process. If you want one, don't let us stop you — just know this M5 isn't as sharp as the M5s of old.
MSRP
$123,300 - $125,300
Combined MPG
13 - 14
9th
2025 Audi S6
Edmunds Rating
6.0/10
The Audi S6 is best suited for enthusiasts of the brand who want a car that is a genuine all-rounder. It's comfortable on long drives and gets up to speed quickly when you need it to.
MSRP
$75,900 - $84,100
Combined MPG
22
10th
2025 Acura TLX Type S
Edmunds Rating
6.0/10
The Acura TLX Type S presents a compelling alternative to traditional sport luxury sedans. It may not have the potency of a BMW M5, but thanks to an excellent all-wheel-drive system, a robust set of standard features, and a price below most other rivals, the TLX Type S makes for a practical, everyday car that still lots of fun to drive.
MSRP
$58,050
Combined MPG
21
11th
2026 Cadillac CT5-V
Edmunds Rating
5.8/10
The Cadillac CT5-V is a satisfying sport sedan. It lacks the straight-line speed of its German rivals, but it handles well and comes with many of the latest tech features. It's a viable alternative to the BMW 5 Series and Mercedes E-Class, though it's not as refined as these pricier options.
MSRP
$57,600
Combined MPG
21

Best Large performance sedans

"Large performance sedan" used to be an oxymoron, but modern engineering has transformed these land yachts into bona fide sporting machines.

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  1. #12025 BMW ALPINA B8 Gran Coupe
  2. #22025 BMW M8 Gran Coupe
  3. #32026 Mercedes-Benz AMG S 63 E Performance
  4. #42026 Audi S8
  5. #52026 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 53
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2025 BMW ALPINA B8 Gran Coupe
Edmunds Rating
7.0/10
The Alpina B8 is a sleek four-door coupe that will happily whisk you around town or across the continent with both grace and pace. If the M8 Gran Coupe is a bit too in your face and a Bentley Flying Spur screams "Russian oligarch" to you, the Alpina will hit the spot.
MSRP
$151,500
Combined MPG
19
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2025 BMW M8 Gran Coupe
Edmunds Rating
6.9/10
BMW took its rebooted 8 Series, stretched it and added two more doors, providing real passenger space and decent utility for people with families. Armed with a 600-horsepower twin-turbo V8 (617 hp in Competition trim), the M8 Gran Coupe moves as good as it looks.
MSRP
$140,000
Combined MPG
17
3rd
2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG S 63 E Performance
Edmunds Rating
6.9/10
The Mercedes-AMG S 63 E Performance is a do-it-all supersedan. With plug-in hybrid power and one of the classiest interiors in the game, this is the perfect choice for anyone who desires to have the most from their car.
MSRP
$189,800
Combined MPG
18
4th
2026 Audi S8
Edmunds Rating
6.3/10
The Audi S8 masterfully blends luxury, comfort and speed, allowing you to engage or isolate yourself based on your mood. It boasts cutting-edge technology but also embraces a touch of old-school purity with its thumping turbocharged V8.
MSRP
$130,000
Combined MPG
18
5th
2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 53
Edmunds Rating
5.8/10
The AMG GT sedan doesn't quite measure up to the best performance sedans. You get a great engine, comfortable seats, super-premium materials and taut handling. But you also get a somewhat cluttered interior, a slightly stiff but noisy ride, and a relatively numb driving experience.
MSRP
$102,100 - $200,500
Combined MPG
17 - 21
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