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25 Cheapest Fast Cars in 2023 and 2024, Ranked By Top Speed

A clear ranking of 25 affordable 2023 and 2024 performance cars by top speed, separating each model’s entry MSRP from the price of the trim that actually delivers the listed speed.
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“Cheap” and “fast” mean different things in this list. A 2024 Ford Mustang may start at $33,515, but the 166-mph Dark Horse costs about $60,865 before options. Likewise, the $69,995 starting price of a 2024 Corvette Stingray does not mean every base car has the equipment associated with its 184-mph figure.

To keep the comparison consistent, this ranking uses published starting MSRPs for new U.S.-market 2023 and 2024 vehicles, before destination charges, taxes, dealer fees, options, incentives, and markups. The cars are ordered by their highest applicable claimed, tested, estimated, or electronically limited top speed—not by acceleration.

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How this ranking works

The price columns distinguish between the least expensive version of the model and the version responsible for the listed top speed. That distinction matters: a base Challenger, Mustang, Camaro, or EV6 is not necessarily capable of the performance shown for its V-8, GT, ZL1, Dark Horse, or GT variant.

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Top-speed figures also are not perfectly comparable. Some are manufacturer claims, some are electronic governor limits, and others are estimates or figures reported by Car and Driver. A governed 155-mph car and a drag-limited car with an estimated 155-mph maximum have not been measured in exactly the same way.

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Rank Model year and car Fastest applicable version Top speed Source type Model starting MSRP Fast version MSRP Powertrain
1 2023 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Hellcat Redeye/Jailbreak 203 mph Manufacturer/publication specification Performance-model pricing: $86,365–$95,960 $86,365–$95,960 Supercharged 6.2-liter V-8
2 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Hellcat and Redeye variants About 199 mph Publication figure Performance-model pricing: $71,895–$92,895 $71,895–$92,895 Supercharged 6.2-liter V-8
3 2024 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 ZL1 190 mph Publication specification Performance model: $75,395 $75,395–$81,995 Supercharged 6.2-liter V-8
4 2024 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing CT4-V Blackwing 189 mph Publication specification $62,890 $62,890 before options Twin-turbocharged 3.6-liter V-6
5 2024 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Rear-wheel-drive Stingray; Z51 specification varies 184 mph Publication specification $69,995 $69,995–$88,745 6.2-liter V-8
6 2024 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray E-Ray 183–184 mph Publication specification Not a base Stingray; E-Ray starts about $102,900 About $102,900 before options 6.2-liter V-8 with electric all-wheel drive
7 2023 Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack 6.4-liter V-8 176 mph Publication figure $34,395 Challenger range; tested Scat Pack: $46,590 About $46,590 tested base price naturally aspirated 6.4-liter V-8
8 2024 Chevrolet Camaro SS SS About 165 mph Publication estimate/specification Camaro range began at $32,495 SS pricing was substantially higher 6.2-liter V-8
9 2024 Nissan Z Regular Z; NISMO uses different pricing and gearing About 165 mph Publication estimate/test About $42,970 About $42,970 for regular Z range Twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6
10 2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse Dark Horse 166 mph Publication specification 2024 Mustang range began at $33,515 About $60,865 before options 5.0-liter V-8
11 2023 Honda Civic Type R Type R 169 mph Publication specification $44,890 $44,890 Turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder
12 2023–2024 Kia EV6 GT EV6 GT 161 mph Manufacturer claim/publication specification 2024 EV6 range: $43,995–$62,995 GT is the range-topping performance version Dual electric motors, all-wheel drive
13 2024 Toyota GR Supra 3.0-liter turbocharged six-cylinder 161 mph Publication specification $47,575 About $56,000-plus depending on trim and equipment Turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six
14 2024 BMW M240i M240i xDrive 155 mph Electronic governor limit About $49,545 About $49,545 Turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six
15 2024 Volkswagen Golf R Golf R 155 mph Publication estimate About $45,665 About $45,665 Turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder, all-wheel drive
16 2024 Ford Mustang GT GT 155 mph Electronic governor limit $33,515 Mustang range $44,090 tested base price 5.0-liter V-8
17 2024 Hyundai Elantra N Elantra N About 155 mph Publication estimate $34,850 $34,850–$36,350 Turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder
18 2024 Ford Mustang EcoBoost 2.3-liter EcoBoost 155 mph Electronic governor limit Included within $33,515 Mustang range EcoBoost pricing varies by body style and equipment Turbocharged 2.3-liter four-cylinder
19 2024 Subaru WRX WRX and TR 145 mph Publication estimate $33,855 $33,855–$45,335 Turbocharged 2.4-liter flat-four, all-wheel drive
20 2024 Toyota GR Corolla Core, Circuit, and Morizo variants About 143 mph Publication/model estimate Approximately $36,100 for Core Higher trims cost more Turbocharged 1.6-liter three-cylinder, all-wheel drive
21 2024 Toyota GR86 GR86 About 140 mph Publication estimate $30,435 $30,435–$37,380 Naturally aspirated 2.4-liter flat-four
22 2024 Subaru BRZ BRZ 140 mph Electronic governor limit Approximately $31,315 Higher trims cost more Naturally aspirated 2.4-liter flat-four
23 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club/RF Club 139 mph Drag-limited publication figure Approximately $28,985 Club pricing varies by soft-top or RF body Naturally aspirated 2.0-liter four-cylinder
24 2023–2024 Dodge Charger Regular V-6 model 132 mph Electronic governor limit 2023 range: $36,920–$59,515 V-6 pricing depends on trim and drivetrain 3.6-liter V-6
25 2024 Volkswagen Golf GTI GTI 127–128 mph Electronic governor limit $33,190 $33,190–$42,050 Turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder

The fastest bargains are not the cheapest cars in the list

The headline numbers belong to expensive performance variants. The 203-mph Charger SRT Hellcat and roughly 199-mph Challenger SRT Hellcat are the quickest cars here by maximum speed, but neither is a low-$40,000 purchase. Their large supercharged V-8s, specialized cooling systems, brakes, tires, and driveline hardware explain much of the price.

The Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing is a more unusual value. At $62,890, it combines a 189-mph maximum with four doors and a twin-turbo V-6. It is still costly, and limited supply often pushed real transaction prices above MSRP, but its published price undercuts several lower-speed exotic or electrified performance cars.

The Camaro ZL1 and Corvette Stingray occupy different parts of the performance market. The ZL1 is the faster track-oriented Camaro, while the Stingray offers a mid-engine layout and a claimed maximum near 184 mph. The Corvette E-Ray adds all-wheel-drive traction and hybrid assistance, but its roughly $102,900 starting point makes it much less affordable than the regular Stingray.

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Best lower-cost choices by type

  • Cheapest serious V-8 performance: The 2023 Challenger R/T Scat Pack, with its 176-mph figure and tested base price around $46,590, is one of the clearest value picks. The model’s $34,395 range-start price applies to less powerful versions, not the Scat Pack.
  • Cheapest high-speed front-wheel-drive car: The 2023 Civic Type R starts at $44,890 and is listed at 169 mph. It trades the muscle cars’ straight-line theater for a lighter, front-drive track setup and a manual transmission.
  • Cheapest V-8 Mustang: The 2024 Mustang GT is listed at $44,090 in the cited testing configuration and is governed at 155 mph. The $33,515 Mustang starting price belongs to the broader range, not the GT.
  • Cheapest new performance sedan: The 2024 Hyundai Elantra N starts around $34,850 and has an estimated 155-mph maximum. It is substantially less expensive than the BMW M240i xDrive while offering a similar headline speed.
  • Cheapest lightweight sports cars: The Toyota GR86, Subaru BRZ, and Mazda MX-5 Miata sit near the bottom of the speed ranking, but their prices—roughly $28,985 to $31,315 at the low end—buy low weight, rear-wheel drive, and usable handling rather than extreme top speed.
  • Cheapest all-wheel-drive performance hatchback: The GR Corolla starts around $36,100, while the WRX starts at $33,855. The Toyota has the higher estimated top speed, but the Subaru offers a lower entry price and a larger sedan body.

Important model-year and buying notes

Several cars are no longer current new-car choices

The 2023 model year was the final year for the previous gasoline Dodge Challenger and Charger generation. The 2024 Camaro was the final model year for the sixth-generation Camaro. These cars may appear in dealer inventories or the used market, but an advertised “new” example can carry a substantial scarcity premium.

The 2024 Golf GTI was also notable because it was the final U.S. model year with a six-speed manual transmission. Manual-equipped cars received the GTI 380 package, so buyers comparing prices should check whether a listing includes that equipment.

Do not confuse MSRP with the amount you will pay

Every price in the table is a published starting figure, not an out-the-door quote. Add destination, sales tax, registration, dealer documentation charges, options, and financing costs. For limited-performance cars—especially Hellcat models, Camaro ZL1s, CT4-V Blackwings, and some manual sports cars—dealer markups could be significant.

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Top speed is not the same as acceleration

A car with a lower maximum speed can be much quicker in everyday driving. Electric motors can deliver immediate acceleration, while a tall-geared car may have a high theoretical maximum but take longer to reach it. This list deliberately ranks maximum speed because that is what the title asks for; it is not a ranking of 0–60-mph times, lap times, braking distance, or overall driving enjoyment.

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What is the cheapest car here?

Using model starting MSRP rather than the cost of the fastest version, the 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata is the least expensive entry at approximately $28,985. The Toyota GR86 follows at about $30,435, with the Subaru BRZ at approximately $31,315. If the question is instead which car costs the least while delivering the highest speeds shown for its specific performance trim, the answer changes: the 2024 Hyundai Elantra N is about $34,850 with an estimated 155-mph top speed, while the 2023 Challenger R/T Scat Pack is the lowest-cost V-8 option with a much higher 176-mph figure.

What is the fastest car for the money?

There is no single objective answer because “for the money” can mean price per mph, acceleration, track ability, or usable daily transportation. On a simple top-speed basis, the Challenger R/T Scat Pack stands out: its roughly $46,590 tested price buys a claimed or reported 176 mph. The Civic Type R is another strong value at $44,890 and 169 mph, while the Elantra N offers the lowest price among the cars near the 155-mph group.

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FAQ

What is the cheapest fast car on this list?

The 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata has the lowest model starting MSRP at approximately $28,985, but its top speed is about 139 mph. Among performance trims with higher maximum speeds, the 2024 Hyundai Elantra N starts around $34,850 and the 2023 Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack is about $46,590.

Which car in the list has the highest top speed?

The 2023 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Redeye/Jailbreak leads the ranking at 203 mph. Its performance-model pricing was approximately $86,365 to $95,960, not the price of a regular Charger.

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Are these out-the-door prices?

No. The figures are starting MSRPs or cited tested base prices before destination charges, taxes, registration, dealer fees, options, incentives, and dealer markups.

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Does the base model reach the listed top speed?

Not necessarily. The table identifies the exact performance version associated with each top-speed figure and separately shows the model’s entry price. A base Mustang, Challenger, Camaro, or EV6 can cost much less than the Dark Horse, Scat Pack, ZL1, or EV6 GT responsible for the listed speed.

The Bottom Line

The best low-cost choice depends on what “fast” means to you. For maximum speed, the 2023 Hellcat models dominate but cost well into the $70,000s and beyond. For a more realistic budget, the 2023 Challenger R/T Scat Pack, 2023 Civic Type R, 2024 Hyundai Elantra N, and 2024 Mustang GT offer the strongest blend of price and high claimed top speed. For the lowest entry price, the MX-5 Miata, GR86, and BRZ are the affordable picks—but their appeal is lightweight handling rather than outright velocity.

Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply.

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