The Best Performance Cars of 2016 Under $30,000

9. Mini Cooper S

Sure, the Mini Cooper S is not as amazing as its John Cooper Works sibling, but it is still downright fun to drive thanks to its 189-horsepower engine and lightweight body. This all combines to deliver a 0-to-60 time of just 6.4 seconds and a top speed of 146 mph.

In terms of pricing, the Cooper S checks in at just $24,100, giving buyers lots of room for options, like the Fully Loaded Package or even one of the JCW packages.