Coupes are two-door cars designed for singles, couples without kids (or empty nesters) and drivers looking for fun out of their daily drivers. There are plenty of excellent new coupe options on the market ranging from affordable to performance oriented.
The ultimate enthusiast options are often coupes from brands like BMW, Toyota and more. Here are some of the best coupes of 2026 so far.
Ford's Mustang is one of the best new coupes of 2026
Ford's Mustang two-door is one of the best coupes of the year because it's affordable, sporty and iconic. It's the quintessential American muscle car for many drivers, and it's easily customizable.
The 2026 Ford Mustang starts at $33,490. It uses a 2.3-liter EcoBoost turbocharged four-cylinder engine to produce 315 horsepower. The coupe earns 22 miles per gallon
in the city and 33 miles per gallon on the highway.
GT trims come standard with the 5.0-liter V8 engine option. Ford's Mustang is a timeless sports car that doesn't break the bank and can be enhanced for maximum performance.
The BMW M2 is an agile sports coupe
It's no secret that German automaker BMW makes some of the best luxury sports cars in the world. The M2 coupe is powerful and lightweight, and it handles well.
BMW's 2027 M2 starts at $53,600. It uses a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V6 to produce 386 horsepower. The M2 achieves 16 miles per gallon in the city and 23 miles per gallon on the highway.
The 2027 is incredibly agile and corners well. It's a great option for driving enthusiasts who love track days.
The BMW M4 delivers plenty of power
The BMW M4 isn't as light as the M2, but it's significantly more powerful. When it comes to grand touring comfort and high-speed stability, it has more to offer than the M2.
The 2027 BMW M4 Coupe starts at $67,100. It uses a twin-turbocharged six-cylinder engine to produce 523 horsepower. The M4 Coupe earns 16 miles per gallon in the city and 23 miles per gallon on the highway.
BMW's M4 Coupe has enough cabin space to function as a practical daily driver for enthusiasts, and it has the performance specs to be formidable on a track.
Toyota's GR Supra is designed for enthusiasts
The Toyota GR Supra is a Japanese sports coupe that's built alongside the German BMW Z4 convertible. The vehicles share an assembly factory as well as a platform, engines and transmissions.
The 2026 Toyota GR Supra starts at $58,300. It uses a 3.0-liter turbocharged six-cylinder engine to produce 382 horsepower. The GR Supra achieves 22 miles per gallon in the city and 29 miles per gallon on the highway.
Toyota's GR Supra combines the style of a Japanese sports coupe with the performance of a German powerhouse. It has great braking, sharp steering, and an engine that is easy to modify for even more power.
If you're looking for a fun coupe with incredible performance, there are several solid options on the market ranging in price and power. From affordable staples like the Mustang to track-ready sports cars like the BMW M4, there's no shortage of options designed for maximum thrills and performance.
Charles Singh is an Autos Connect Reporter for The Tennessean, part of the USA TODAY Network. Contact him at CSingh@Gannett.com.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: The best coupes of 2026 so far include an iconic Ford
