10 Most Reliable Sports Cars To Buy Used Now

Reliability rarely tops the wish list when you’re shopping for sports cars. That’s fair — plenty of sports cars spend more time being admired in the garage than they do being driven hard on a back road. But there’s a compelling case for owning a sports car that you can actually flog on a regular basis without dreading the repair bill. The best of both worlds exists, and to help you find it, we’ve put together a list of the ten most reliable sports cars you can find on the market.

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The following sports cars come from a variety of different brands, spanning both new and used markets. There’s a mix of grand tourers, out-and-out sports cars, and some that even deliver near-supercar levels of performance. Whatever your preference, these are all sports cars that will never let you down.

2015 Porsche 911

J.D. Power Quality & Reliability Rating: 94/100

Specs

Carrera

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Carrera 4

Carrera 4S

Carrera GTS

Targa 4

Targa 4S

Targa 4 GTS

Turbo

Turbo S

GT3

GT3 RS

Engine

3.8-liter flat-6

3.8-liter flat-6

3.8-liter flat-6

3.8-liter flat-6

3.8-liter flat-6

3.8-liter flat-6

3.8-liter flat-6

3.8-liter flat-6

3.8-liter twin-turbocharged flat-6

3.8-liter twin-turbocharged flat-6

3.8-liter flat-6

4.0-liter flat-6

Transmission

7-speed manual, 7-speed automatic

7-speed manual, 7-speed automatic

7-speed manual, 7-speed automatic

7-speed manual, 7-speed automatic

7-speed manual, 7-speed automatic

7-speed manual, 7-speed automatic

7-speed manual, 7-speed automatic

7-speed manual, 7-speed automatic

7-speed automatic

7-speed automatic

7-speed automatic

7-speed automatic

Power

345 hp

395 hp

345 hp

395 hp

424 hp

345 hp

395 hp

424 hp

513 hp

552 hp

469 hp

493 hp

Torque

288 lb-ft

325 lb-ft

288 lb-ft

325 lb-ft

325 lb-ft

288 lb-ft

325 lb-ft

325 lb-ft

487 lb-ft, 524 lb-ft (overbost)

516 lb-ft, 553 lb-ft (overboost)

325 lb-ft

339 lb-ft

Drivetrain

Rear-wheel drive

Rear-wheel drive

All-wheel drive

All-wheel drive

Rear-wheel drive

All-wheel drive

All-wheel drive

Rear-wheel drive

All-wheel drive

All-wheel drive

Rear-wheel drive

Rear-wheel drive

Source: Porsche

Reliability

• J.D. Power Quality & Reliability Rating: 94/100
• RepairPal Rating: 2/5
• Average Annual Maintenance Costs: $1,072 (RepairPal)

The Porsche 911 has earned a reputation as one of the most reliable sports cars on the market — reliable enough, in fact, that you can genuinely drive one every day. The 2015 model year 911 from the 991 generation is the most dependable version of the bunch, scoring an incredible 94/100 on J.D. Power’s Quality & Reliability rating, making it the highest-scoring car on this list.

One of the main drawbacks of the 911, however, is the cost of keeping it healthy. Average annual maintenance costs of $1,072 make it the most expensive car on this list to maintain. If you can absorb those costs, though, that shouldn’t put you off. A Porsche 911 is one of those rare sports cars you can genuinely rely on day in, day out.

2022 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray

J.D. Power Quality & Reliability Rating: 93/100

Specs

Source: Chevrolet

Reliability

• J.D. Power Quality & Reliability Rating: 93/100
• RepairPal Rating: 3/5
• Average Annual Maintenance Costs: $737 (RepairPal)
• Average Maintenance Costs Over 5 Years: $2,819 (CarEdge)
• Chance Of Major Repair Within The First 5 Years: 21% (CarEdge)

Out of all the sports cars you’d expect to be super reliable, the C8 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray perhaps wasn’t one of them. But it has proven to be an incredibly solid option. The 2022 model year Stingray scored 93/100 on J.D. Power’s Quality & Reliability rating, and CarEdge estimates it has only a 21% chance of needing a major repair within the first five years. According to data from both CarEdge and RepairPal, it’s also relatively affordable to keep properly maintained.

A lot of people might overlook the C8 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray when searching for a reliable sports car — and they really shouldn’t. Much like the Porsche 911, the Corvette Stingray is dependable enough to serve as a genuine daily driver.

2021 Porsche 718 Boxster

J.D. Power Quality & Reliability Rating: 93/100

Specs

Source: Porsche

Reliability

• J.D. Power Quality & Reliability Rating: 93/100
• RepairPal Rating: 2.5/5
• Average Annual Maintenance Costs: $952 (RepairPal)

The Porsche 718 Boxster is another sports car that’s reliable enough to use as a daily driver. The 2021 model year scored an impressive 93/100 on J.D. Power’s Quality & Reliability rating — not quite as high as the Porsche 911, but cheaper to maintain at an estimated $952 per year according to RepairPal. That’s still steep compared to most other cars on this list, though.

The Porsche 718 Boxster does carry those high running costs. But if you can stomach them, what you get in return is a genuinely dependable sports car that rewards you every time you drive it.

2025 Lexus LC500

J.D. Power Quality & Reliability Rating: 92/100

Specs

Source: Lexus

Reliability

• J.D. Power Quality & Reliability Rating: 92/100
• Average Maintenance Costs Over 5 Years: $2,618 (CarEdge)
• Chance Of Major Repair Within The First 5 Years: 17% (CarEdge)

The Lexus LC500 is one of the most underrated sports cars on the market today. Given the Lexus badge, you might expect the LC500 to be a sophisticated hybrid — but it packs a naturally aspirated V8 producing 471 hp, which means it delivers the kind of soundtrack that any sports car enthusiast will love.

The current LC500 scores 92/100 on J.D. Power’s Quality & Reliability rating and carries just a 17% chance of needing a major repair within the first five years, according to CarEdge. Add in its impressive ride comfort, and you have a car that could easily serve as a daily driver for anyone who isn’t too concerned about fuel economy.

2010 Chevrolet Camaro

J.D. Power Quality & Reliability Rating: 88/100

Specs

Source: Chevrolet

Reliability

• J.D. Power Quality & Reliability Rating: 88/100
• RepairPal Rating: 3.5/5
• Average Annual Maintenance Costs: $585 (RepairPal)
• Average Maintenance Costs Over 5 Years: $2,613 (CarEdge)
• Chance Of Major Repair Within The First 5 Years: 21% (CarEdge)

The Chevrolet Camaro is one of North America’s favourite sports cars, and it has built a sizeable following worldwide thanks to its looks and performance. What many people don’t realise, though, is that it’s also impressively reliable. The earliest examples of the fifth-generation Camaro — specifically the 2010 model year — score 88/100 on J.D. Power’s Quality & Reliability rating. While that may not be the highest figure on this list, it’s still fantastic for a sports car. Maintenance costs are reasonable too, with RepairPal estimating around $585 per year.

When you consider how dependable the Chevrolet Camaro is, it’s no surprise that so many of them are still on the road and being used as daily drivers. It’s a shame, then, that we may not see another Camaro generation show up any time soon.

2013 Infiniti G37 Coupe

J.D. Power Quality & Reliability Rating: 87/100

Infiniti

Specs

Source: Infiniti

Reliability

• J.D. Power Quality & Reliability Rating: 87/100
• RepairPal Rating: 4/5
• Average Annual Maintenance Cost: $540 (RepairPal)

The Infiniti G37 Coupe is a sports car that’s often overlooked. It shares a platform and engine with the Nissan 370Z, a car widely praised by journalists and enthusiasts alike — and perhaps because of that, the more grand tourer-focused G37 tends to get lost in the conversation. That’s a shame, because the Infiniti G37 Coupe is both highly reliable and very affordable to maintain. The 2013 model year scored 87/100 on J.D. Power’s Quality & Reliability rating, and RepairPal estimates maintenance costs of around $540 per year.

The Infiniti G37 Coupe has quietly slipped into sleeper status, which could work in your favour on the used market. They’re affordable, reasonably plentiful, and share that bulletproof drivetrain with the Nissan 370Z. Buy one, and you’re set for a long stretch of trouble-free motoring.

2019 Ford Mustang

J.D. Power Quality & Reliability Rating: 87/100

Ford

Specs

Source: Ford

Reliability

• J.D. Power Quality & Reliability Rating: 87/100
• RepairPal Rating: 3.5/5
• Average Annual Maintenance Costs: $709 (RepairPal)
• Average Maintenance Costs Over 5 Years: $2,581 (CarEdge)
• Chance Of Major Repair Within The First 5 Years: 21% (CarEdge)

One of the original muscle cars, the Ford Mustang has been a fixture in the sports car market since it debuted in the mid-1960s. It has even claimed the title of world’s top-selling sports car in recent years, cementing its status as a benchmark in the segment. Reliability isn’t the first thing most people associate with the Mustang, yet the 2019 model year scored 87/100 on J.D. Power’s Quality & Reliability rating. CarEdge puts its chance of needing a major repair within the first five years at just 21%, and its annual maintenance costs are well below those of sports cars from more premium brands.

With the wide range of models and engine options available, there’s a Mustang for almost everyone. It’s practical enough for daily use and reliable enough to make it a smart first step into sports car ownership — or simply a way to enjoy that classic muscle car experience without constant trips to the workshop.

2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata

J.D. Power Quality & Reliability Rating: 86/100

Specs

Source: Mazda

Reliability

• J.D. Power Quality & Reliability Rating: 86/100
• RepairPal Rating: 4/5
• Average Annual Maintenance Costs: $429 (RepairPal)

When you think of reliable, affordable-to-run sports cars, the Mazda MX-5 Miata is almost certainly the first car that comes to mind — and that reputation is entirely earned. Since it first rolled off the production line, the Miata has been synonymous with strong reliability and low running costs. A 2019 model year Miata from the ND generation scores 86/100 on J.D. Power’s Quality & Reliability rating, and it’s the cheapest sports car to run on this entire list by a significant margin.

Many people choose the Miata as their entry point into sports car ownership. Given how hassle-free it is to own and run, that’s really no surprise.

2016 Dodge Challenger

J.D. Power Quality & Reliability Rating: 86/100

Jaguar Bellevue

Specs

Source: Dodge

Reliability

• J.D. Power Quality & Reliability Rating: 86/100
• RepairPal Rating: 3.5/5
• Average Annual Maintenance Costs: $650 (RepairPal)

The Dodge Challenger is perhaps one of the most quintessentially American muscle cars ever made. The third-generation Challenger is so beloved that many buyers still prefer it over the newer Charger that replaced it — not surprising, given that Stellantis steered the new Charger toward electric and turbocharged inline-6 power rather than leading with a V8.

What you might not expect is that the Dodge Challenger is also genuinely reliable. The 2016 model year scored 86/100 on J.D. Power’s Quality & Reliability rating, and its estimated maintenance costs of $650 per year (according to RepairPal) actually undercut those of its Ford Mustang rival. If you want an old-school muscle car experience backed by solid dependability, the Dodge Challenger deserves serious consideration.

2015 Hyundai Genesis Coupe

J.D. Power Quality & Reliability Rating: 80/100

Hyundai

Specs

Source: Hyundai

Reliability

• J.D. Power Quality & Reliability Rating: 80/100
• RepairPal Rating: 3.5/5
• Average Annual Maintenance Costs: $621 (RepairPal)

Much like the Infiniti G37 Coupe mentioned earlier, the Hyundai Genesis Coupe is a sports car that gets seriously overlooked — and that’s genuinely baffling. It comes from a manufacturer with a well-established reputation for building reliable vehicles, and the data backs that up. The 2015 model year Genesis Coupe scores 80/100 on J.D. Power’s Quality & Reliability rating. While that makes it the lowest-scoring car on this list, it’s still a strong result for a sports car. RepairPal estimates maintenance costs of just $621 per year, making it one of the more affordable options here to keep on the road.

If you want a reliable, cheap-to-run sports car and aren’t concerned about a prestigious badge, the Hyundai Genesis Coupe on the used market is well worth a look. It may not turn heads or carry a famous emblem, but it will outlast many of the more glamorous alternatives. It’s also practical enough to use as a daily driver, provided you don’t need to carry more than one passenger or a modest amount of cargo.

Sources: CarEdge, RepairPal, J.D. Power.