With the addition of new and redesigned 2013 sexy affordable cars added to last years already solid lineup of good looking 2012 cars there's plenty of eye candy to buy on a budget. However to keep the list manageable, affordable, and overall just realistic, we capped this list to sporty cars under 25000. The result is a list that won't break the bank with luxury sports cars but gives you some options between sharp lines and strong performance.
MINI Coupe S - $24,600
New for the 2012 model year, the Mini Cooper Coupe takes the already fun to drive go car like Mini lineup and slims things up for its two seat coupe for only just $21,300. However since the cutoff for this list is $25k, lets make it a Mini Cooper Coupe S Series which for $3,300 more you can get 184 horsepower instead of the more sedate base 122 HP engine.
Ford Mustang - $22,310
While a stock Mustang pales in comparison to its more powerful V8 siblings, for under $23,000 the 305 HP V6 and Mustang styling is still a head turner in this price range. Short on extras, it's still a looker.
Chevrolet Camaro - $23,280
Much like the Mustang, the stock Camaro with its 323 Horsepower V6 engine might not be the turbo charged dream hotrod but it still looks great, and is ahead of the curve still by far.
Volkswagen GTI - $23,995
In the hot hatch category, the GTI is a favorite at car dealerships all over. With its $24k price tag, 200 horsepower engine, and stylish accents it's a far sexier option then the Golf without costing you like a Golf R.
Scion FR-S - $24,200
Breathing new life into the rear wheel drive sports coupe category, the all new 2013 Scion FR-S is one of the best coupes being offered this year, if not the most popular given its affordable pricing. And with a base inline 4 cylinder engine pushing 200 Horsepower it can squeak around corners with ease.
Hyundai Veloster Turbo - $21,950
The original Hyundai Veloster had a name and looks that hinted at plenty of speed but instead with its 138 HP engine delievered impressive MPG over MPH. Fortantely for an impressive sub $22,000 price you can get the turbo with a 201 HP four cylinder which lives up to its name.
Hyundai Genesis Coupe - $24,250
What happens when you take the sculpted body styles of the Veloster and smooth it down for coupe form? You get the Hyundai Genesis Coupe with a surprising 260 horsepower turbocharged engine to keep you cranking on a budget.
Fiat 500 Abart - $22,000
The Abarth is the cute lil Italian Fiat 500 with a mean streak worthy of serious consideration for those same buyers interested in the go-cart like Mini Cooper Coupe S. While not the fastest or largest on our list, it makes up with fun factor.
Volkswagen Beetle Turbo - $23,395
The Volkswagen Beetle Turbo isn't everyone's idea of sexy, a hold over brought about by and large due to the flower vase toting prior model. With a more Porsche inspired design and 200 HP turbo for $23,395 the Beetle Turbo has added slight mean streak to the otherwise loveable bug.
Mazda MX-5 Miata - $23,470
As far as new convertible cars go, there's something about the wind in your hair that does more for a car then looks alone. And with a $23,470 price the Mazda MX-5 Miata is still the most affordable convertible on the market.