Sports cars aren’t supposed to be sensible—until you add all-wheel drive. Suddenly, the wildest coupes, sedans, and even EVs can put down power in the rain, rip out of corners without drama, and keep the fun going when the roads get slippery. For 2025, automakers are leaning in on AWD performance, giving us everything from track-ready German muscle to the final form of a Japanese super legend. Whether you want four-seat practicality, neck-snapping EV speed, or just year-round grip without giving up thrills, these are the best new AWD sports cars you can buy in 2025.
Porsche is launching the 911 Carrera S for the 2025 model year. It closes the gap between the 911 Carrera and the even more performance-oriented 911 Carrera GTS T-Hybrid within the Carrera model line. Its powertrain has been significantly upgraded and now achieves performance levels that were previously reserved for the 911 Carrera GTS of the previous generation. In addition, an extended list of standard equipment and significantly increased customization options compared to the 911 Carrera make it an attractive new member of the Carrera model line. The sports car is available in Coupé and Cabriolet versions.
The 2025 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 and 4S arrive with the 992.2 refresh, proving once again why the 911 is the benchmark sports car. Porsche’s intelligent AWD system brings security in wet conditions without dulling its rear-engine character. The 4S, with its extra punch, rockets to 60 mph in about 3.5 seconds while still offering everyday comfort and surprising fuel efficiency for a performance car. With subtle styling updates, upgraded tech, and refined handling, the 992.2 Carrera 4 models perfectly balance precision, usability, and year-round sports car thrills.
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Audi’s Quattro AWD system has long been a staple for enthusiasts who want speed with confidence, and the 2025 RS5 carries that torch. Offered in both coupe and Sportback form, the RS5 uses a twin-turbo 2.9-liter V6 making 444 hp, sending power to all four wheels through an eight-speed automatic. The result? A 0–60 mph time under 4 seconds and cornering grip that inspires confidence in any weather. The RS5 blends track-ready performance with everyday usability, offering seating for four, a high-tech cabin, and a design that’s sharp but understated. It’s a versatile AWD sports car package.
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BMW’s M division has turned the 2025 M4 xDrive Competition into a track-ready machine that doesn’t lose its edge when the roads get slippery. Its rear-biased AWD system can shuffle torque seamlessly, giving you the classic BMW tail-out fun while keeping traction under control when needed. Powered by a 3.0-liter twin-turbo inline-six making 503 hp, the M4 xDrive rockets to 60 mph in about 3.4 seconds. The AWD system is configurable, too, meaning drivers can dial in how much grip versus playfulness they want. It’s the M4 for enthusiasts who want a year-round sports coupe without compromise.
The R35 NIssan GT-R has been in production for 17 years, but 2025 will be the last model year, with a next-generation not set to arrive until sometime around 2030 at the earliest. As, potentially, the last engine-powered Nissan GT-R to ever be sold, the R35 could go down in history as the last of a dying breed. Throughout its long and illustrious history, the Nissan GT-R has been synonymous with performance and is the one, true supercar killer.
The 2025 Nissan GT-R T-Spec marks the end of an era for Godzilla, but what a send-off it is. Nissan’s legendary ATTESA E-TS AWD system continues to deliver surgical grip and explosive acceleration, while the 3.8-liter twin-turbo V6 still makes well over 565 hp. The T-Spec adds exclusive colors, carbon-ceramic brakes, and upgraded suspension tuning, making it a fitting finale for a car that redefined Japanese performance. Few AWD sports cars can match the GT-R’s combination of heritage, performance, and everyday drivability, making the T-Spec not just a send-off but a future collectible.
The all-new 2025 Mercedes-AMG GT 63 brings fresh design and technology to AMG’s flagship sports car, backed by a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8. With more than 600 hp on tap and AMG’s fully variable 4MATIC+ AWD system, it can distribute torque between the axles seamlessly for razor-sharp handling and incredible stability. The GT 63 also adds luxury touches inside, with high-grade materials and the latest MBUX interface. It’s a proper grand tourer with supercar acceleration—0–60 mph in around 3 seconds—proving that Mercedes-AMG still knows how to make a brutish, refined, and winter-capable performance car.
Acura brings serious performance credibility to its luxury sedan lineup with the 2025 TLX Type S PMC Edition. Hand-built at Acura’s Performance Manufacturing Center, this special edition packs a turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 producing 355 hp, paired with Acura’s Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD). The result is a sedan that grips through corners with sports car-like poise. Unique colors, carbon-fiber trim, and limited production numbers set the PMC Edition apart from standard models. While it’s more subtle than Europe’s heavy hitters, the TLX Type S PMC proves Acura can still make an AWD sports sedan worth lusting after.
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For enthusiasts who want AWD sports car performance without the six-figure price tag, the 2025 Subaru WRX TR delivers. Building on the WRX’s rally heritage, the TR model cuts weight and stiffens suspension tuning for sharper cornering response. It sticks with Subaru’s proven turbocharged 2.4-liter boxer-four, making 271 hp, paired to a six-speed manual. The AWD system provides classic Subaru confidence on all surfaces, from wet back roads to gravel trails. The WRX TR isn’t the fastest car here, but it’s one of the most fun and affordable, proving AWD performance doesn’t have to be out of reach.
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If straight-line speed is your definition of sports car performance, the Tesla Model S Plaid still reigns supreme in 2025. Its tri-motor AWD setup delivers over 1,000 hp, launching the big EV sedan to 60 mph in under 2 seconds. But beyond raw speed, Tesla’s AWD system balances grip and efficiency seamlessly, making it surprisingly usable in daily driving. With adaptive air suspension, updated software features, and Tesla’s trademark minimalist interior, the Plaid remains the king of electric AWD performance. It’s less about track carving and more about futuristic thrills, but it earns its spot on this list.
Back in the day, AWD sports cars meant quirky rally sedans and a handful of niche coupes. In 2025, they’re everywhere—and better than ever. The lineup ranges from the bulletproof Porsche 911 to the cartoonishly fast Tesla Plaid, proving there’s an AWD sports car for every kind of driver. Want to daily a supercar? Mercedes-AMG has you covered. Prefer an affordable back-road baddy? Subaru still delivers. Or maybe you just want to own the last-ever Godzilla. Whatever your flavor, 2025 is shaping up to be the year of AWD performance—because more grip always means more fun.
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