Top Performers of 2015

Encompassing everything from acceleration, handling, and balance, these are the best performing cars of this model year.

Audi R8

Balanced all-wheel drive handling and an intuitive dual-clutch transmission, the Audi R8 combines the best in German and Italian automaking. The V10 Plus model carries a 5.2-liter V10 engine producing 550-hp, which powers the R8 from 0 to 60 in 3.5 seconds and a top speed of 197 mph.

BMW M3

The new M3 ditches the 4-liter V8 for a 3.0-liter, twin-turbocharged in-line six-cylinder, getting 425-hp and 406 lb-ft. With its dual-clutch transmission, the M3 hits 60 mph in 3.9 seconds, but its top speed is electronically capped at 155 mph.

Chevy Corvette

The Corvette may be the best bang for your buck on the list at just $55,000 delivered. Its LT1 6.2-liter V8 can provide 460-hp with the performance exhaust option, and carries the new 'Vette to 60 mph in just 3.7 seconds.

Ferrari 458 Italia

Many tout the new Ferrari 458 Italia as the best performing vehicle ever made. Those not willing to go so far will admit that it is the best Ferrari. It has a 4.5-liter V8 rated at 562-hp and 400 lb-ft torque. The Spider Speciale version hits 60 from full stop in just 3.0 seconds, and has a top speed of 202 mph.

Tesla Model S

An electric car has to top the list because what Tesla is doing is downright amazing. This is a 5-passenger sedan with the capacity to go from 0 to 60 in 3 seconds. It has a rear-mounted 362-hp engine that sends its torque directly into a reduction gear that powers the differential. That's right. This car has no transmission. How cool is that?!

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