Coupes under $50k
- Home /
- Best coupes under $50k
Whether you’re just starting to drive or heading into a mid-life crisis, coupes appeal to all of us. Luckily, these days you don’t need to spend big money to enjoy the thrills of the swept-back driving experience.
While you are able to buy a Subaru BRZ or Toyota 86 for less than $40,000, choices start to expand once you’re shopping under the $50,000 so let’s start there.
Toyota 86
It is getting a little long in the tooth, but the Toyota 86/Subaru BRZ combo still offers sports car thrills for an affordable price. Available in manual or automatic with a choice of specification levels, the Toyota 86 has stood the test of time despite external pressure to fill it with extra power.
Mazda MX-5
With the nameplate just celebrating its 30th birthday, there’s small wonder why so many flock to the Mazda MX-5 for an engaging top-down drive. Even if you’re more of a hard-top fan, Mazda now offers the RF version which includes a folding metal roof.
Hyundai i30 Fastback N
A relatively new player to the coupe game, Hyundai’s i30 N was transformed into a four-door coupe following the success of the hatchback. Sleeker styling marries with everything that made Hyundai’s first true hot hatch great
MOTOR December issue preview
Sneak a peek at MOTOR’s newest issue, out today!
Car dealerships adapt to changes in car buying process
Traditional dealerships are being replaced by a new way of buying cars.
Toyota Hilux almost fails second shot at moose test
A Swedish magazine has called Toyota’s safety record into question after almost rolling the trade ute in a simple test.
MG is back, but will it succeed?
Once a British builder of low-volume sports cars, now a ‘mainstream’ manufacturer owned by a Chinese giant, and chasing a piece of the action in Australia. So, what are MG’s chances?
Mazda MX-5 concepts heading to SEMA
Mazda MX-5 Speedster update and first RF concept will be revealed in Las Vegas next week
Archive: Ferrari 458 Spider takes on Sea Cliff bridge
The Sea Cliff bridge perches at the end of a stunning strip of road. There aren’t many cars beautiful enough to match it. Here’s one…
Rolls-Royce Dawn Inspired by Fashion
Rolls-Royce turns its head to the runways of Spring/Summer 2017 as it channels Haute Couture for a special Dawn collection.
Mercedes-Benz X-Class luxury ute revealed
Mercedes has the ute-mad Australian market firmly in its sights.
2017 Mercedes-AMG E63S to pack 450kW, AWD, and Drift Mode
The most powerful E-Class Mercedes ever will combine sledgehammer performance with new levels of technology and styling when it arrives Down Under in mid-2017
Chrysler 300 Core #5: BFYB 2016 $50-100K
Yankee power doesn’t offset lack of track smarts
2018 Holden Commodore import previewed
Holden didn’t completely unveil its next-gen Commodore, but it did reveal a flagship V6 variant with all-wheel drive.
The reason Holden kept the Commodore name
Holden has justified its decision to retain the iconic Commodore badge for its all-new, imported model. But is that the right decision?
Inside advice on getting the best deal on a new car
Seven tips from a car dealer on how to get the best deal when buying a new or used car.
Ford Falcon XR8 Sprint #6: BFYB 2016 $50-100K
Blown eight just pips boosted six
MG launches in Australia
Once-iconic British brand lands with two Chinese-built models
Diesel cars are dead
The diesel bubble is popping, and passenger cars are the first to wave farewell.
BMW at Bathurst: Mark Skaife interview
Six-time Bathurst champion wants more Mount Panorama success
Archive: Holden VT Commodore goes on a European vacation
The best designers in Europe give their verdict on the Aussie Commo
2017 Mercedes-AMG E63 S revealed
AMG takes the super sedan genre to new heights
2017 Mercedes-AMG E63 revealed with 450kW and a drift mode
Mercedes-AMG has lifted the lid on its newest and most powerful E-Class models ever, the E63 and E63 S.
BMW at Bathurst: Russell Ingall interview
The Enforcer tackles a new challenge
Ford Falcon XR6 Sprint #7: BFYB 2016 $50-100K
Ultimate Turbo out of its depth
No V8 performance hero for new Holden Commodore
“It’s not a V8, it’s not rear-wheel drive and we’re not hiding from that,” says Holden.
2018 Holden Commodore: what it’s missing
It’s not all good news for the Holden faithful. Here’s what buyers of the next-generation Commodore will have to do without
