2025 Alpine A110 S

The Alpine A110 S remains one of the purest driving experiences available at any price. At just 1,114 kg, it makes its 296 horsepower feel like significantly more, and the mid-engine balance is simply extraordinary -- this car communicates with a clarity and immediacy that most modern sports cars have engineered away. The chassis is a masterclass in tuning: firm enough to inspire confidence through fast corners yet supple enough to handle real roads without battering your spine. The dual-clutch gearbox shifts with satisfying urgency, and the steering is beautifully weighted. Where the A110 S asks for compromises is in daily livability -- the cabin is snug, storage is minimal, and the lack of a manual gearbox option will disappoint purists. At this price, a Porsche Cayman offers more power and broader capability. But for those who value delicacy, lightness, and analog driving feel above all else, the A110 S is almost without peer. It is a reminder that the best sports cars are defined by what they subtract, not what they add.