Coupes under $80k

  1. Home /
  2. Best coupes under $80k

If you’re lucky enough to in the market for a new luxury coupe, you’ll be able to net a bunch of powerful and stylish cars for your sub-$80k budget. Despite being limited to only two doors, coupes in this price range double down on the cool, as well as technology, design, speed and quality.

What’s more, the sheer volume of in this price range is high, so you’ll be well catered for in terms of options.

BMW 2 Series

The smallest offering of BMW’s coupe range, the 2 Series blends a small body with BMW’s famous driving characteristics. A number of engine options are available and the car comes in a convertible body style too.

2020 mercedes-benz cla200

Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class

The Mercedes-Benz CLA is a bit of a weird one, in that it has four-doors but still retains coupe bodylines and is classed as such. Even still, the CLA is a pint-sized package that definitely punches above its weight grade.

Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Stepping up from the CLA, Mercedes offers the C-Class coupe. It’s larger, more powerful and costs a little more, but you’ll be rewarded with its sizeable interior and nicer materials in the interior.

Polestar's Aussie ambush
News

Swede Landing: Polestar’s Aussie ambush

Sweden’s EV brand is finally in Australia. Here’s why you should be excited

2022 Jeep Compass S-Limited review for Australia
Reviews

Australian first drive: 2022 Jeep Compass S-Limited 4×4

Jeep’s segment-straddling Compass has been given a major makeover for its mid-life upgrade, making it a tough one to ignore.

Roush tuned Ford Mustang drag battle
Comparisons

Our most powerful drag race yet: two blown Mustangs, 1800Nm and over 1100kW!

Stand back! Two Roush-supercharged Mustangs make our fastest (and scariest) drag race yet

Audi China E-Tron
News

Audi to produce 12 models in China for local market

It sold 727,358 vehicles in the country in 2020 alone

Mercedes-Benz Citan
News

Mercedes-Benz reveals Citan van, no Australian plans confirmed

Second-gen Renault twin to become Merc’s final ICE-powered van

Opel Rocks-e
News

Opel reveals Rocks-e as its rebadged Citroen Ami EV

German twist given to French city vehicle

News

Doha to host sister event to the Geneva International Motor Show

Capital of Qatar to host its own version of the world’s most famous motor show

Focus ST Edition
News

Ford UK launches hardcore Focus ST Edition

Lightweight wheels and adjustable suspension show this is more than a sticker job

2021 Alpina B3 review for Australia
Reviews

Australian first drive: 2021 Alpina B3

M3 too loud for you? There is another way

Holden dealer
News

ACDelco outlet ‘toe in the water’ to test Holden service centre takeover

Holden centres staying put in the short term, but questions remain over how long

Grand Cherokee spied
News

2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee spied in Victoria… again

Pair of new pilot Grand Cherokees caught in camo down the coast

F-150 Lightning
News

Ford will double electric F-150 Lightning production to meet huge demand

Blue Oval insiders report Ford will spend an extra AU$1billion+ on F-150 Lightning production

2022 Mercedes-Benz EQC 400 for Australia
News

2022 Mercedes-Benz EQC pricing: New entry model debuts

With previously more affordable rivals like the Audi E-Tron nipping at its heels, a new and more affordable Mercedes-Benz EQC has now gone on sale in Australia.

Ev charger
News

NSW to backdate EV rebate payments

The incentive scheme is due to start on September 1

2021 Porsche Cayenne Coupe e-hybrid review feature image
Reviews

2021 Porsche Cayenne Coupe e-hybrid review

The Cayenne Coupe e-hybrid makes a convincing case on paper, but what about on the road?

Berry Motorfair 2020
News

2022 Berry Motorfair aiming to raise funds for Lifeline

South coast car show returns in 2022 with a worthy cause

News

Porsche updates 2022 Taycan with new tech and unique paints

New tech and a range of retro colours headline the 2022 Taycan update

2022 WRX render
News

Subaru to reveal new WRX on September 10

Late night Australian reveal set for fifth-gen WRX

Honda F1 salt lake
Opinion

Opinion: When it comes to race cars, speed is relative

Going fast in a V8 Supercar isn’t the same as going fast in an F1 car or streamliner

News

Mercedes-Benz recalls 2019 A-Class and CLA-Class

Just six cars are affected

Continental GT
News

Bentley recalls 2018-2021 Continental GT over seat issue

All Continentals made from 2018 are under recall

2022 Hyundai i20 N review for Australia
Reviews

International first drive: Hyundai i20 N

Hyundai’s i20 N is now just weeks from touching down in Australia, but we couldn’t wait – so here’s the hot-lap take from our man in the UK.

Mate Rimac
News

Mate Rimac ‘not playing Bugatti ownership safe’

The youngest owner of a VW Group brand has big plans for the iconic marque

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
News

Mercedes-Benz recalls 2017-2021 Sprinter van over steering fault

It’s the second notice issued for the vehicle in a month