Luxury sport sedan manual transmission

Still, the Charger is a unique and character-packed vehicle for not much money that's worth your consideration. Read our Genesis G70 review. Our final sedan from the small luxury sport segment is probably the best value, the Genesis G It comes with either a turbocharged 2.

Both come standard with an eight-speed automatic and rear-wheel-drive, with all-wheel drive as an option. So for basically the same price as the four-cylinder Alfa or BMW, you can have some serious hp. Or if you want the four-cylinder, you can have a healthy discount. The low price doesn't mean the Genesis sacrifices on quality or driving fun.

The V6 in particular is a blast. It feels underrated, with the two turbos pinning you to the seat when they spool up. The chassis is rock-solid, balanced and communicative. The transmission feels a beat behind those used in the Alfa and BMW, but doesn't get in the way of enjoying the car. The four-cylinder isn't as exciting, but the chassis is just as good, and the lighter engine makes it a bit more nimble. The interior materials could be a little nicer, but panel gaps are tight and everything feels solid.

The infotainment system is far easier to use than either of the European cars on this list, too. And the G70 is even better looking now than when it came out. If you're looking at a fun sedan from this segment, you can't ignore the G It may be the most affordable sport sedan on this list, and is actually soon to be replaced, but that doesn't mean the Civic Si should be ignored.

The turbocharged 1. It also had upgraded suspension with adjustable stiffness, and the whole car was light, responsive and nimble. It also got some flashy body work and stylish seats inside the spacious interior. Plus, it was efficient with a combined fuel economy rating of 30 mpg. The upcoming Civic Si is very similar pictured above right , with a retuned version of the same turbo engine. It now makes slightly less power at , but it makes more power in other parts of the rev band.

The manual and limited-slip differential stick around, but now there's more customization with drive modes, and even a variable exhaust system.

The same set of convenience features carries over, too. The car also takes advantage of other new-generation Civic upgrades such as the nicer interior, vastly improved infotainment system, and generally improved chassis. Read about the new Kia Stinger. The Kia Stinger is closely related to the Genesis G70 we've already talked about, and that means that all the basic goodness still applies.

But there are, of course, differences. The most obvious of which is the body style. It's notably larger than the G70, and its fastback roofline disguises a practicality-enhancing hatchback.

It's arguably even better looking than the conventional G70, and interior space benefits from the extra size, too. It gets similar powertrains, too, but not identical. The base model gets a turbocharged four-cylinder, but it's a larger 2. The twin-turbo V6 is basically the same and makes hp. Both are coupled to an eight-speed automatic and either rear-wheel or all-wheel drive. The V6 is still the most exciting, and feels just as strong as in the G70, and the chassis is just as well-balanced, making for a highly-entertaining experience.

It was a close one, though. Compared with its G70 cousin, the interior of the Stinger isn't as nice, but it's still stylish, and as we've said before, it's much more spacious. And being a Kia and not a Genesis, it's more affordable. The V6 Stinger does come standard with a limited-slip rear differential, an option on the Genesis. Read our Porsche Panamera review. It's hard to talk about sporty cars without bringing up at least one Porsche, if not more, and the same applies with sedans.

The Panamera is a brilliant example, and one that offers an impressive array of flavors. At the base of the range is the more sedate twin-turbo V6 model with hp, which still gets it to 60 mph in a brisk 5. And at the top is the Turbo S E-Hybrid with a whopping hp from its electrified and twin-turbocharged V8.

This is the current, latest, model and it is being offered with a 6-speed manual transmission only. It also packs a 2,0 liter, 4-cylinder turbocharged engine, producing a whopping hp and weighs less 1,4 tons! As you would expect for such a small weight, this car is fast; 4,9-seconds to 60 kind of fast!

Have you ever asked yourself why so many people love Miatas? The answer can be summed up in three very powerful words — fun, affordable, and reliable. Secondly, for a sports car, the prices are very good. Used ones are going for dirt cheap nowadays.

And the best part is that you can have a proper sports car without fixing it every week. This is the perfect Mustang — it still has a timeless design, manual transmission, and a crazy-powerful V8. This model is considered as an overall better car than its predecessor in terms of performance and build quality.

For example, interior materials are better, like aluminum and soft leather. And the GT's supercharged 5,4 liter V8 with horsepower will make sure that you'd never go short on power. This can serve as an unattractive trait to the prospective buyer — especially those who are making the transition from a powerful, nimble coupe into the realm of the larger platform.

This Italian 2. Learn More: Here. Thus, the M6 Gran Coupe was born — a horsepower twin-turbo powerhouse that utilizes the same luxurious sheet metal as its smaller variant, but with a widened wheelbase to accommodate additional seats and doors. The 4. While the original CTS-V is near-undrivable on the traditional American blacktop due to its over-the-top power, the V-Sport brings everything into the realm of the manageable, providing all of the positive attributes of its successor, without all of the excessive numbers.

It can also net up to 35 mpg on the highway. The mid-engine Porche includes Boxster and Spyder convertibles and Cayman hardtops. So whether you want the standard hp boosted 2. All models are rear-wheel-drive and sure to please driving enthusiasts. When most people think Porsche , they think of the quintessential The has the option for a manual in several variants including. These cars can be had in a variety of body styles—and power outputs. These are serious German performance machines that can be had in nearly any option to satisfy any Porche buyer, especially those with their heart set on getting one of the best manual transmission cars.

And it features a hp 2. The rear-drive sports car is a ton of fun to drive, and it even has a back seat, albeit a small one. And yes—a 6-speed manual transmission is available. The all-wheel-drive Crosstrek is a compact crossover based on the Subaru Impreza. It has scads of personality and a go-anywhere spirit. Opt for the standard Crosstrek or Crosstrek Premium not the Sport, Limited, or Hybrid , and you can also go for a 6-speed manual. Power comes from a 2. The Crosstrek offers more ground clearance than the Impreza, making it great for hikers, bikers, kayakers, and skiers who may often encounter bad roads or foul weather.

Unlike the Crosstrek, the Impreza gets a 5-speed instead of a 6-speed. Also, you can only get the manual on standard model Imprezas. The WRX has a 2. With that, you get a 2. Though the premium package gets upgraded with paddle shifters, less is more if you want to row your own gears.

That model also includes the more powerful hp 2. While the car may have had dowdy looks in the past, the Corolla has shaped up to be a handsome sedan. The Corolla Hatchback made a triumphant return to the U. The attractive-looking 5-door Corolla has the same hp engine as the sedan, but can be had with a 6-speed manual on the SE as well as the racier XSE models. The Hatchback puts to bed any inkling of a vanilla-looking past. They can have a 6-speed manual behind the hp 3.