The 10 cheapest two-door sports cars in Australia

Nothing gets a car enthusiast’s tongue wagging like a simple, sexy sports car.

The recipe is simple – two doors, pulsating performance and dramatic design, without excessive concessions to practicality.

Sports cars are rarely volume sellers for the manufacturers that dare to make them, but they are brand building ‘halo’ models for their makers and vehicles that steal stares and start conversations among enthusiasts. Nobody needs a sports car – what matters is that they want one.

However, many sports cars exist outside the realms of affordability, making it tough for many new car buyers to get behind the wheel of their dream machine. That said, there are still a few value-packed options out there for those who have their hearts set on turning dreams into reality.

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So, here are the 10 cheapest new sports cars you can buy in Australia right now.

The vehicles on this list were selected from the sports car categories in the VFACTS sales charts published by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI).

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Mazda MX-5

Mazda’s lightweight drop-top is the best selling roadster of all time, and currently the cheapest sports car you can buy new in Australia.

Updated earlier this year, the fourth-generation MX-5 keeps things simple with a naturally aspirated engine, optional manual gearbox and no-frills cabin.

While all variants in the MX-5 range are budget-friendly by modern sports car standards, the base manual with a do-it-yourself soft-top takes the cake for value with a starting price of $41,520 before on-road costs.

Regardless of variant, the ND MX-5 is powered by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine that propels it from 0-100km/h in around 7.0 seconds, give or take a few tenths.

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Subaru BRZ

If you’re chasing a sub-$50k sports car but don’t fancy exposure to the elements, then the options narrow down to the Subaru BRZ/Toyota GR86 twins.

The BRZ is the cheaper of the two Japanese sports cars in base specification, priced at $43,790 before on-road costs.

Like its brother from another mother, the BRZ is powered by a 2.4-litre boxer four-cylinder producing 174kW and 250Nm. Based on 2022 CarExpert track testing, the 0-100km/h sprint takes 6.7 seconds.

Track rats may choose to upgrade to the flagship BRZ tS, which gains STI-tuned front and rear suspension dampers, along with high-performance Brembo brakes with four-piston front and two-piston rear calipers, as well as larger pads and rotors.

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Toyota GR86

Despite wearing a cheaper sticker price in Victoria, the Toyota GR86 is actually slightly more expensive than its Subaru twin once statutory on-road costs are accounted for.

The range opens at $43,240 before on-road costs for the base GT, which shares its 2.4-litre flat-four with the BRZ.

For 2025, a new Limited Edition will top the lineup, priced at $49,600 plus on-roads. It adds Forest Shadow green paintwork, bronze 18-inch alloy wheels, and tan interior accents to the fully-loaded GTS.

Other updates include revised throttle mapping to give the GR86 greater response and more linear power delivery.

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Mini Cooper Convertible

Also on the list of models to look forward to in 2025 is the heavily updated Mini Cooper Convertible.

The new drop-top range is due here during the second quarter of 2025, and pricing will start from $51,990 before on-roads for the base Cooper C Classic.

All versions pack a 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, with outputs ranging from 120kW/250Nm in the base Cooper C to 170kW/380Nm in the performance-focused John Cooper Works.

One drawback for enthusiasts is that the Cooper Convertible is no longer offered with a manual gearbox.

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Ford Mustang

Many cherish the Ford Mustang for its iconic rumbling V8 powertrain, so the entry-level EcoBoost four-cylinder flies under the radar as a result.

Priced $12,000 under the cheapest eight-cylinder variant, the EcoBoost is no slouch, producing 232kW and 475Nm from its 2.3-litre turbocharged four.

Like the Mini, you can’t opt for a do-it-yourself manual transmission, although you do get 10 gears to play with via shift paddles in the auto.

Ford Australia doesn’t quote an official 0-100km/h acceleration time for the EcoBoost, although independent tests have produced sprints around the 5.5-second mark.

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Nissan Z

The Z is Nissan’s latest take on a sports car formula and it dates back to the 1960s.

It all kicked off with the Fairlady Z in 1969, which spawned JDM performance icons such as the 240Z and 350Z.

While Nissan has ditched the numerics for its new Z car, the sporting credentials remain. The latest Z features a 3.0-litre twin-turbo V6 with 298kW and 475Nm, making it good for a 0-100km/h sprint time of 5.3 seconds.

If that isn’t enough, there’s always the flagship Z Nismo packing an extra 11kW/45Nm and a generous helping of visual drama. You’ll pay for the privilege though – the Nismo costs $94,000 before on-road costs.

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BMW 2 Series Coupe

At the more practical end of the sports car spectrum sits the BMW 2 Series, especially in entry-level 230i guise.

It’s got four seats and a decent boot, as well as a suite of luxury features including heated seats, plus BMW Operating System 8.5, a 14.9-inch infotainment touchscreen, and semi-autonomous parking.

From a driving standpoint, the 230i deals in four-cylinder thrills with a 2.0-litre unit that produces 190kW and 400Nm. Drive is sent to the rear wheels exclusively, via an eight-speed automatic transmission.

The 230i accelerates from 0-100km/h in 5.8 seconds.

Further up the 2 Series ladder, the M240i xDrive and M2 both dial up the performance (and price), featuring turbocharged versions of BMW’s trademark straight-six.

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Toyota Supra

Since launching its Gazoo Racing sub-brand, Toyota has set about building a new range of sports cars to match its performance heroes of yesterday. At the top of the GR tree sits the Supra – a low-slung, boosted coupe with plenty of attitude.

Built in collaboration with BMW, the Supra houses a 3.0-litre turbocharged inline six sourced from the German manufacturer, mated to either a six-speed manual or eight-speed automatic gearbox.

Stick-shift variants are capable of a 4.4-second sprint from 0-100km/h, while the automatic is 0.3s quicker.

What’s more, the Supra will join the Ford Mustang and Chevrolet Camaro on the Supercars Championship grid in 2026, emphasising its sporting credentials Down Under.

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Audi A5 Coupe

It might be a stretch to call the Audi A5 a sports car as it’s more of a luxury grand tourer, but that doesn’t mean it’s no fun on a twisty stretch of road.

The current A5 Coupe is propelled by a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing 183kW and 370Nm, making it good for a 0-100km/h sprint in the 6.0-second ballpark.

You also reap the benefits of Audi’s quattro all-wheel drive, which contributes to consistent handling across a range of road conditions.

The A5 has two rows of seating, so the whole family can come along for the ride, and 375L of boot space for all their stuff.

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BMW Z4

Rounding out this list is the BMW Z4 in sDrive 20i guise, with a starting price of $99,200 before on-road costs.

A close relative to the aforementioned Toyota Supra coupe, the Z4 roadster combines the freedom of open-top motoring with the same 3.0-litre turbocharged inline-six in top spec form. However, the base model makes do with a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine producing 145kW and 320Nm.

Both models are rear-wheel drive and come with an eight-speed torque-converter automatic transmission.

From a standing start, the sDrive 20i is claimed to hit 100km/h in 6.6 seconds, and once you’re up to cruising speed there are plenty of premium cabin features to enjoy such as heated seats, a 10-speaker sound system, and leather upholstery.

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