2014 Jaguar F-TYPE

This is Jaguar's two-seat roadster, the one that brought the brand back to sports cars. You'll find yourself downshifting just to hear the exhaust pop and crackle on the overrun. The cabin wraps around you with a low seating position and a center console that angles toward the driver. Expect supercar-level running costs, from premium tires to frequent brake and oil service. The base V6 is the one for buyers who want the F-TYPE's looks and handling without the V8's price or tire-shredding power. Its 3.0L V6 makes 340 horsepower and pairs with the eight-speed automatic, hitting 60 mph in the mid-five-second range while returning 23 mpg combined. You still get the active exhaust that lets you uncork the sound with a button, a feature shared across the line.