At the pace that daily life is moving today, one cannot help but feel the need to step out and rush. It seems everyone is always in a hurry to get somewhere. Everyone is determined not to show up late to anything. And if this is the kind of life that you are living, then it definitely makes sense to have a fast car.
A fast car doesn’t really need to zoom and travel from 0 to 60 miles per hour in three seconds or less. Rather, for the average car buyer, a fast car should be powerful and quick enough to travel on the roads and get you from point A to point B with some time to spare. That means it should be able to go from 0 to 60 miles per hour in under seven seconds or less. At the same time, this car should be capable of speeding up to at least 120 miles per hour or even more. That said, however, you must keep in mind that driving at speeds past 100 miles per hour is not always a good idea.
Nonetheless, it helps to have a car that you know is capable of rushing out the house with you. You want something that would speed up well when the situation allows you to do so.
Fortunately, we found 20 cars that are capable of going fast enough for your daily route. And it doesn’t hurt that all these cars also carry a starting price that is below $30,000.
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20 2018 Mazda 3 Touring ($21,890)
Another fast car from Japanese car maker Mazda is the 2018 Mazda 3, specifically its Touring variant.
This particular variant of the popular Mazda 3 boasts of a 2.5-liter SKYACTIV-G engine that can readily churn out as much as 184 horsepower and 185 pound-feet of torque. Moreover, this model utilizes a six-speed automatic transmission that comes with a Sport Mode to give your drive a lot more thrill.
Aside from this, the Mazda 3 Touring variant also comes with useful technological features such as the SKYACTIV-VEHICLE DYNAMICS with G-Vectoring Control as well as Dynamic Stability Control and Traction Control System.
The 2018 Mazda 3 Touring variant is available for a relatively low starting price of $21,890.
19 2018 Honda Civic ($21,340)
When it comes to underground street racing, one of the most popular car models that drivers choose is the Honda Civic. After all, it is quite easy to modify with aftermarket parts.
And more importantly, it already drives pretty fast.
Depending on the variant that you choose, you can readily drive away with a 2018 Honda Civic that utilizes a 2-liter normally aspirated engine that can readily churn out as much as 158 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 138 pound-feet of torque at 4,200 rpm. This would be the EX variant that comes with a relatively low starting price of $21,340.
18 2018 Honda Accord ($23,570)
If you are looking for a winning fast car, you can never go wrong with the 2018 Honda Accord. After all, this model has been named the 2018 North American Car of the Year, according to Honda.
The Accord Sport variant alone comes with two engine choices. First, there's the 1.5-Liter VTEC Turbo engine that can readily deliver as much as 192 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 192 pound-feet of torque at 1,600 to 5,000 rpm.
Aside from this, the 2018 Accord Sport also comes with a 2.0-Liter VTEC Turbo engine. This one can easily churn out as much as 252 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 273 pound-feet of torque at 1,500 to 4,000 rpm.
The 2018 Accord has a relatively low starting price of $23,570.
17 2018 Toyota Camry ($23,645)
The Toyota Camry is one sedan model that has been around for years. It's highly recognized for its reliability and performance.
When it comes to the 2018 Camry, you have two engine choices. First up is a 2.5-liter Dynamic Force four-cylinder engine that can readily deliver as much as 203 horsepower at 6,600 rpm and 184 pound-feet of torque at 5,000 rpm.
On the other hand, there is also a variant that utilizes the more powerful 3.5-liter V6 engine. This one can easily churn out as much as 301 horsepower at 6,600 rpm and 267 pound-feet at 4,700 rpm.
The 2018 Camry comes with a starting price of $23,645.
16 2018 Kia Soul ($16,200)
Understandably, you would not really think of the Kia Soul first when you think about fast cars. However, you may be pleasantly surprised to know that this car can travel pretty fast when it wants to.
Under the hood of its base variant is a 1.6-liter I4 GDI engine that can readily deliver as much as 130 horsepower at 6,300 rpm and 118 pound-feet of torque at 4,850 rpm. According to a report from Car and Driver, this car has a top speed of 125 mph. Moreover, it can readily go from 0 to 60 mph in just 6.5 seconds.
Even better, it has a relatively affordable starting price of $16,200.
15 2019 Hyundai Veloster Turbo ($18,500)
The Veloster is one car model that Hyundai has intended for speed.
Under the hood of its base model is a 2-liter engine that can produce as much as 147 horsepower at 6,300 rpm and 132 pound-feet of torque at 4,500 rpm. For a base variant, having a top speed of 130 mph is also not bad at all.
However, if you want something more powerful, you can always consider the Veloster Turbo R-Spec variant.
This one is powered by a 1.6-liter engine that can deliver 201 horsepower and 195 pound-feet of torque. At the same time, it also doesn't hurt that the 2019 Veloster has a relatively low starting price of $18,500.
14 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT Sport ($23,250)
The 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT Sport is one Hatchback car that certainly knows how to go fast.
Under the hood of this car is a 1.6-liter Turbo GDI engine that can readily churn out as much as 201 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 195 pound-feet of torque at 1,500 to 4,500 rpm. According to a report from Car and Driver, this variant has a top speed of 130 mph. Moreover, it can readily go from 0 to 60 mph in 6.5 to 6.7 seconds.
You might also be pleased to know that you can drive away with an Elantra GT Sport for a relatively affordable starting price of $23,250.
13 2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata ($25,295)
Without a doubt, the 2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata would easily catch your eye. After all, it's one hot ride. Its base Sport variant is powered by Mazda's 2-liter SKYACTIV-G engine. This one readily delivers 155 horsepower and 148 pound-feet of torque.
According to The Car Connection, this car can readily go from 0 to 60 mph in just six seconds, making sure that you will get to have some exhilarating fun.
Owning your very own 2018 MX-5 Miata should be easy. After all, the Sport variant has a relatively low starting price of $25,295 for a unit with manual transmission and $26,645 for a unit with an automatic transmission.
12 2018 Toyota 86 ($26,455)
The 86 has always been a popular sports car model for Toyota. After all, it's got great reliability and speed.
The 2018 model is no different. In fact, you get a 2-liter four-cylinder horizontally opposed engine that easily delivers as much as 205 horsepower at 7000 rpm and 156 pound-feet of torque at 6400-6600 rpm.
And in case you want more thrill in your drive, the 86 also comes with a Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) Full-Off Mode feature. As Toyota has explained, "When on a racetrack, this Full-Off Mode prevents the VSC from kicking in, putting the driver in full control."
The 2018 86 is available for a relatively low starting price of $26,455.
11 2018 Subaru BRZ ($25,595)
Another Japanese car that is quite popular in the underground street racing scene is the Subaru BRZ.
Under the hood of its 2018 model is a 2-liter DOHC engine that can readily deliver as much as 205 horsepower at 7,000 rpm and 156 pound-feet of torque at 6,400 to 6,800 rpm.
According to a report from Car and Driver, the 2018 BRZ has a top speed of 134 miles per hour. Moreover, it can readily go from 0 to 60 miles per hour in 6.2 seconds. At the same time, this car comes with a fully synchronized six-speed manual transmission that also comes equipped with the Incline Start Assist technology.
The 2018 Subaru BRZ is available for a relatively low starting price of $25,595.
10 2019 Subaru WRX ($27,195)
Another undoubtedly fast car from Subaru is the WRX. And in fact, Subaru calls its 2019 model “the best-handling best-performing WRX. Ever.”
For the 2019 WRX, you have two great engine choices. First up is the 2-liter turbocharged Subaru Boxer four-cylinder engine that can readily churn out as much as 268 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 258 pound-feet of torque at 2,000 to 5,200 rpm. This one is available in the WRX, WRX Premium and WRX variants.
On the other hand, there is also the 2.5-liter DOHC turbocharged four-cylinder horizontally opposed Subaru Boxer engine with a Dual Active Valve Control System which is available in the WRX STI and WRX STI Limited variants. This one is easily capable of delivering as much as 310 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 290 pound-feet of torque 4,000 to 5,200 rpm.
The 2019 Subaru WRX is available for a starting price of $27,195.
9 2018 Ford Fiesta ST ($22,160)
For years, Ford has enjoyed some success with its Fiesta model. After all, this car can be quite reliable. Even better, it has an ST variant that is very much capable of going fast.
Under the hood of the 2018 Fiesta ST is a 1.6-liter Ti-VCT Turbocharged direct injection EcoBoost I-4 engine that can readily crank out as much as 197 horsepower and 202 pound-feet of torque.
Meanwhile, this car also comes with a six-speed manual transmission that let you experience more excitement in every drive. According to a report from Car and Driver, this car can readily go from 0 to 60 miles per hour in around 6.9 seconds. Moreover, it has a top speed of 143 miles per hour.
The 2018 Ford Fiesta ST is available with a starting price of $22,160.
8 2019 Nissan 370Z ($29,990)
Without a doubt, the 370Z is one of the most popular car models for Nissan. After all, this car is quite powerful and fast, making it perfect for racing.
For the 2019 370Z, you get two great engine choices. The first one is a 3.7-liter V6 engine that can readily deliver 332 horsepower at 7,000 rpm and 270 pound-feet of torque at 5,200 rpm. On the other hand, there is also the 3.7-liter NISMO engine, which Nissan refers to as “the most powerful Nissan Z® engine ever.” In fact, it can easily crank out 350 horsepower at 7,400 rpm and 276 pound-feet of torque at 5,200 rpm.
The 2019 Nissan 370Z is available for a relatively low starting price of $29,990.
7 2018 Mini Cooper S ($25,900)
The Mini Cooper has always been an iconic car. It looks amazing. It performs well. And it can drive pretty fast.
For the 2018 Mini Cooper S variant, you get a 2-liter inline four-cylinder TwinPower Turbo engine that can readily deliver as much as 189 horsepower at 5,000 rpm and 207 pound-feet of torque at 1,350 rpm.
When using a manual transmission, this car can readily go from 0 to 60 miles per hour in around 6.4 seconds. Meanwhile, when using an automatic transmission, the can go from 0 to 60 miles per hour in 6.5 seconds. Meanwhile, this variant has a top speed of 146 miles per hour.
The 2018 Mini Cooper S has a relatively low starting price of $25,900.
6 2019 Buick Regal Sportback ($24,990)
The Buick Regal Sportback is another remarkable sedan that looks good and speeds up well.
Under the hood of its 2019 model is a 2-liter turbo DOHC with VVT engine that is poised to deliver as much as 250 horsepower and 265 pound-feet of torque. Meanwhile, its front-wheel drive models come with a standard nine-speed automatic transmission while the all-wheel drive models come with an eight-speed automatic transmission.
According to a report from Car and Driver, an all-wheel drive variant of the Regal Sportback has a top speed of 131 mph. Moreover, it can readily go from 0 to 60 miles per hour in 5.6 seconds.
The 2019 Buick Regal Sportback comes with a starting price of $24,990.
5 2018 Fiat 124 Spider Abarth ($28,195)
The Fiat 124 Spider is a well-respected sports car. After all, it offers both performance and fuel efficiency. And when you want a 124 Spider that is even more impressive, all you have to do is to go for the Abarth variant.
Under the hood of the 2018 124 Spider Abarth is a 1.4-liter MultiAir Turbo engine that readily churns out as much as 164 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque.
Meanwhile, the Abarth variant also comes with a Sport mode selector. This allows the driver to readily customize their drive according to their preference or road conditions.
The 2018 Fiat 124 Spider Abarth comes with a relatively low starting price of $28,195.
4 2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI ($26,415)
When you want something fast but not exactly flashy, the Volkswagen Golf GTI is your best bet. It performs well. It’s always reliable. It’s always fast.
Under the hood of the 2018 Golf GTI is a 2-liter TSI engine that is designed to make driving exhilaratingly fun. In fact, this engine boasts of delivering as much as 220 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque when using premium fuel. According to a report from Car and Driver, this car can also readily go from 0 to 60 in six seconds. Moreover, it can also reach a top speed of 125 miles per hour.
The 2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI is available for a relatively low starting price of $26,415.
3 2018 Chevrolet Camaro ($25,905)
Whenever you are talking about fast cars, you obviously can’t help but talk about the Camaro, Chevrolet’s speedy pride and joy.
When it comes to the 2018 variant, you have a number of engine choices. First up is the 2-liter Turbo SIDI engine that can easily crank out as much as 275 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 295 pound-feet of torque at 3,000 to 4,500 rpm.
Aside from that, there is also the 3.6-liter V6 DI engine that can readily deliver as much as 335 horsepower at 6,800 rpm and 284 pound-feet of torque at 5,300 rpm. Finally, there is the 6.2-liter V8 DI engine that can churn out as much as 455 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 455 pound-feet of torque at 4,400 rpm.
The 2018 Chevrolet Camaro comes with a relatively low starting price of $25,905.
2 2018 Ford Mustang ($25,680)
The Mustang is an iconic car for two reasons. It looks incredibly good and it’s got some crazy speed!
For the 2018 Mustang, you have several engine options. The first one is the 2.3-liter EcoBoost engine that can readily churn out 310 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 350 pound-feet of torque at 3,000 rpm. Meanwhile, there is also the 5-liter Ti-VCT V8 engine that can easily deliver 460 horsepower at 7,000 rpm and 420 pound-feet of torque at 4,600 rpm. Finally, there is the 5.2-liter engine that can readily crank out as much as 526 horsepower at 7,500 rpm and 429 pound-feet of torque at 4,750 rpm.
The 2018 Ford Mustang comes with a relatively low starting price of $25,680.
1 2018 Dodge Charger ($28,995)
Without a doubt, you’ve seen the Charger involved in several car chases across various cop shows in the United States. Hence, you can be sure that it is reliable and incredibly fast.
For the 2018 Charger, you get several engine choices. First up is the 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 engine that can readily deliver 300 horsepower and 264 pound-feet of torque.
Aside from this, there is also the 5.7-liter HEMI V8 engine that effortlessly cranks out 370 horsepower and 395 pound-feet of torque. Meanwhile, there is also the 392 HEMI V8 engine that can produce as much as 485 horsepower and 475 pound-feet of torque. Last but certainly not the least, there is the supercharged 6.2-liter HEMI SRT Hellcat V8 engine that can readily churn out as much as 707 horsepower and 650 pound-feet of torque.
The 2018 Dodge Charger comes with a relatively low starting price of $28,995.
Sources: caranddriver.com, thecarconnection.com, toyota.com, nissanusa.com