Coupes are among the most enjoyable vehicles in the automotive world. They feature compact two-door designs with sloping roofs. These sports cars offer an impressive driver-focused setup with some boasting everyday drivability like some luxury sedans. However, buying new variants can be a very costly endeavor.

In addition, some sports cars can cost a fortune to maintain, making them unattractive to most enthusiasts. Despite this, there are plenty of affordable coupes on the used market. These coupes are not only below the average price of a new car in the U.S., but they're also fun to drive down a twisting back road.

Looking at pricing data retrieved from Kelly Blue Book, we've compiled a list of ten affordable coupes every gearhead respects.

10 1995 Toyota MR2

Starting Used Price: $3,491 – $5,050

Toyota unveiled the first MR2 in 1984, and it was a packaging marvel and an evolution in sports car design. The MR2 had an impressive mid-engine, rear-wheel drive, two-seater configuration that made it one of the best handling entry-level sports cars of its time. The 1995 variant was part of the second-generation MR2, and it was in production from 1989 to 1999.

Pricing

This variant of the MR2 was larger than its predecessor weighing over 350 to 400 pounds more. The increase in size gave enthusiasts a more durable suspension setup, larger 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine sizes, a sturdier transaxle, and a luxurious and more spacious cabin. As standard, the engine produced 163 hp; however, the turbocharged variants upped the performance to 218 hp.

9 2010 Ford Mustang GT

Starting Used Price: $12,755 – $14,606

The Mustang has been an icon in Ford's lineup since the '60s. Over the years, Ford has made comprehensive makeovers, ushering it into the modern era while retaining its sporty character. The 2010s lineup was available with a selection of coupe and convertible options, all with a great selection of high-performance engines.

Pricing

The 2010 Mustang GT trim used a 4.6-liter V8 motor with an impressive 315 hp and 325 lb-ft of torque. This engine was similar to that in the Bullitt model, even retaining the Bullitt's cold air induction system.

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8 2009 Nissan 370Z

Starting Used Price: $13,065 – $15,146

The 370Z is an icon within the sports car market. Not only was it a sensible sports car, but it was also reliable. Despite being a successor to the 350Z, the 370Z was a more polished performance machine. It had a handsome exterior with multiple tweaks, including a wider rear track.

Pricing

The engine of the 370Z grew up as well, making the 370Z a better sports car than its predecessor. Under the hood was a 3.7-liter V6 engine producing 332 hp and 270 lb-ft of torque. Nissan offered the powerplant with either a 6-speed automatic or a 7-speed manual with manual shift paddles.

7 2006 BMW M3 Coupe

Starting Used Price: $15,493 – $18,062

The E46 was one of the most popular BMWs ever made. The CSL variant lived to become an iconic sports car that perfectly reflects what BMW was capable of. Its abilities were out of this world, with some enthusiasts considering it the perfect BMW vehicle. While the CSL still remains a great sports car, it's a highly sought-after model that continues to increase in price, with some models selling for over $100,000.

Pricing

Instead, an E46 M3 has affordable prices and still boasts great performance. It uses a 3.6 liter straight-6 engine with an impressive 333 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque. This helps it rocket from 0 to 60 mph in just 5.4 seconds and get to a 155-mph top speed.

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6 2012 Audi S5

Starting Used Price: $15,716 – $17,803

The Audi S5 lineup capitalizes on the already impressive Audi A5. It's a sportier version of the A5, featuring a more powerful engine and other performance upgrades. Like with the A5 lineup, the S5 is available as a coupe or cabriolet.

Pricing

For the 2012 model year, Audi offered two powertrain options with the S5 lineup. The cabriolet (convertible) used a supercharged 3.0-liter V6 engine with 333 hp and 325 lb-ft of torque, while the coupe offered more performance thanks to a 4.2-liter V8 with 354 hp and 325 lb-ft of torque. For most enthusiasts, the coupe offers a completer and more efficient package that can easily sprint from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.9 seconds.

5 2014 Chevrolet Camaro SS

Starting Used Price: $16,578 – $18,691

Ever since Chevrolet introduced the modern fifth-gen Camaro in 2010, it helped spark a revival among muscle cars. The 2014 Camaro built on the predecessor's success, offering enthusiasts a worthy rival to the Ford Mustang and Dodge Challenger. Like its rivals, the Camaro offered a retro-inspired look with decent everyday livability and loads of performance.

Pricing

The SS trim offered more performance than the base variant. It had a more potent 6.2-liter V8 motor producing 400 hp and 410 lb-ft of torque. In the variants with an automatic transmission system, the engine had an Active Fuel Management system.

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4 2017 Toyota 86

Starting Used Price: $17,483 – $19,954

The 2017 Toyota 86 remained largely unchanged after the exit of Scion from the market. The "86" moniker paid homage to the actual predecessor, the Toyota Corolla GT-S, affectionately known by fans as the "Hachiroku" or AE86. Among the notable changes in the 2017 model included a slight bump in horsepower and suspension changes.

Pricing

The 86 only had one engine option, a naturally aspirated 2.0-liter 4-cylinder boxer engine with 205 hp and 156 lb-ft of torque. Opting for the automatic transmission variants reduced the performance figures to 200 hp and 151 lb-ft of torque.

3 2012 Dodge Challenger SRT8

Starting Used Price: $17,744 – $20,173

For the 2012 model year, Dodge continued to play in a three-car rivalry with the Chevrolet Camaro and Ford Mustang. While its engine options fell short of Chevrolet's and Ford's offerings, the differences weren't insurmountable. The base Challenger coupe still had a lot of performance to offer, especially the SRT trim with a 305 hp 3.6-liter V6 motor.

Pricing

The SRT8 sat at the top of the lineup, boasting a 6.4-liter HEMI V8 motor with an impressive 470 hp and 470 lb-ft of torque. While opting for the SRT8 at the time was a costly endeavor, it's readily available on the used market for under $20,000 nowadays.

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2 2016 BMW 435i Coupe

Starting Used Price: $19,532 – $21,951

In 2016, the 4 Series lineup was already two years into its life. It came to replace the models formerly known as the 3 Series coupe and convertible. The 4 Series nomenclature helps differentiate the 4 Series lineup from the widely growing 3 Series lineup. However, BMW also introduced a sedan to the lineup, the 4 Series Gran Coupe.

Pricing

Despite the 4 Series lineup growing in popularity and in numbers, the 435i was among the best trims in the 2016 model year. While the base variants used a 240 hp turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine, the 435i boasted a 300 hp turbocharged 3.0 liter straight-6 engine.

1 2009 Porsche Cayman

Starting Used Price: $22,667 – $25,628

While most enthusiasts believe that the pricier 911 is the most exhilarating sports car, driving the 2009 Porsche Cayman might convince them otherwise. Porsche designed the Cayman to mimic the weight balance of sophisticated racecars, making it a mid-engine sports car that was a driver's dream come true.

Pricing

When introduced in 2007, the Porsche Cayman wasted no time in serving notice to rivals like the Mercedes-Benz SLK350, BMW Z4 M Coupe, and Audi TT. For the 2009 model year, Porsche offered two Cayman variants, the base, and S. The base variant used a 2.9-liter 6-cylinder boxer engine with 265 hp and 221 lb-ft of torque. The S trim, on the other hand, used a more potent 3.4-liter 6-cylinder boxer engine with 320 hp and 273 lb-ft of torque.