In Canada, SUVs and trucks are the hottest commodity on the used vehicle market these days. This means it could be a good time to buy a used luxury car instead of a luxury SUV, especially one that’s not on the radar of enthusiasts and collectors. For drivers who love to hit a sunny backroad on a summer weekend, a luxury vehicle with plenty of power, excellent handling, advanced technology, and creature comforts like adaptive cruise control will never go out of style.
Below, you’ll find a list of the best luxury sports cars to buy used in Canada in 2025. We’ve scoured the CarGurus used vehicle listings to find appealing cars from the world’s top automakers. Everyone’s got their favourites, so rather than rank them we’ve chosen to list them in alphabetical order. Don’t forget to check out our tips on how to shop for a used car before you start shopping.
The Best Used Luxury Sports Cars to Buy in Canada
- Acura TLX
- Aston Martin Vantage
- Audi RS5
- Audi S4
- BMW M3 and M4
- Cadillac CTS-V and VSport
- Chevrolet Corvette
- Genesis G70
- Infiniti G35 and G37
- Lexus ES
- Lincoln Continental
- Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
- Porsche 911 (996) Carrera
- Porsche Cayman/Boxster
Acura TLX
We’ve mentioned the predecessor to the Acura TLX, the Acura TL, as a great option for a cheap used car when you’re on a limited budget. If you’ve got a more robust budget but don’t want to spend on a brand-new car, take a look at the TLX’s first generation. Any car from model years 2015 to 2020 will net you the same two engine options, a 2.4-litre four-cylinder or a 3.5-litre V6. If you choose a model year from 2017 or later, you’ll even get an infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity that was added after the mid-cycle refresh. On average, you’ll save $25,000 to $30,000 over buying new by choosing a five- to seven-year old car. If you’d prefer something newer, choosing an early second-generation TLX will save you $20,000 to $25,000 on average.
Aston Martin Vantage
An attainable Aston Martin? Yes, it’s possible to find a reasonably priced high-end supercar, so long as you don’t mind compromising on the number of cylinders. A handful of examples of the 2015-2016 Aston Martin Vantage GT grand tourer came up in our search, which shipped with a naturally aspirated 4.7-litre V8 making 430 hp and 361 lb-ft of torque. These are kicking around with relatively low mileage at prices below $90,000. If you ever wanted to play James Bond, it looks like now is the time. Just be prepared for your maintenance bills and fuel economy to be commensurate with the original price tag.
Audi RS5
We’d be remiss not to include the high-performance Audi RS5 on this list. Both the coupe and sportback models start at nearly $100,000 new, while late-model used examples can be fetched for less than $60,000 with reasonable odometer readings. The second-generation Audi RS5 ran from model years 2018 to 2024 (and a little longer for the sportback) with a 2.9-litre turbo V6 generating 444 horsepower and 443 lb-ft of torque. Reach back a little further to the 2015 RS5 and you get its 450 hp peak at 8,250 rpm to go with a torque rating of 317 lb-ft from its 4.2-litre V8. In either case, the RS5’s reserved looks and overall practicality won’t give you away until you stomp on the throttle and unleash a torrent wicked enough to wake up your neighbours.
Audi S4
Talk about timeless! The Audi S4 has been around in its current form for a decade now, yet its styling looks as sharp as ever. It houses a 3.0-litre supercharged V6 engine producing 349 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque, paired with an eight-speed tiptronic automatic transmission and Audi’s Quattro all-wheel drive system. The current generation reaches all the way back to model year 2017, so there’s plenty to explore and a bundle of money to be saved. If you don’t mind reaching back a little further, 2015 or 2016 were the final model years from the previous generation (pictured) and have the same powertrain with similar power output. These are an even better deal: examples with reasonable odometer readings are priced at less than $30,000.
BMW M3 and M4
The BMW M3 and M4 are two luxury cars that are perennially in high demand. If the emphatic grille design on the current generation is a bit much for you, it’s still possible to find relatively low-kilometre F80/F82 examples produced from 2014 to 2018 for less than $60,000. The 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged inline-6-cylinder engine found in both models has power specs of 425 hp in the original and 444 hp in the Competition edition, while torque peaks at 406 lb-ft. The reserved appearance of these cars hides the fangs of a handling beast with a suspension setup that has earned it a loyal fanbase around the world.
Cadillac CTS-V and VSport
The Cadillac CTS, refined both in looks and performance, is a midsize luxury sedan that flew under the radar with a lot of buyers. A used CTS-V from model years 2016 to 2019 gets you a supercharged 6.2-litre V8 producing 640 hp and 630 lb-ft of torque. It can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in less than four seconds and to a top speed of 322 km/h, all while looking ready to pull into Bay Street parking garage. But the even better score may be a CTS VSport from 2014 onward, which trades the V8 for a 3.6-litre twin-turbocharged V6, good for 420 hp and 430 lb-ft of torque. That’s plenty for the average driver, and while you might need to dig a little harder to find one, there are decent deals to be had once you do.
Chevrolet Corvette
If you’ve decided it’s time to own Chevrolet’s approachable sports car for yourself, the used car listings on CarGurus.ca will leave you feeling like a kid in a candy store. The sky is really the limit here: we spotted everything from a very clean 1973 coupe for less than $40,000 to barely driven late-model ZR1 3ZRs pushing $300,000. The catalogue across Canada is plentiful, so whether you wade in to window shop or have a laser-focused goal, you’re likely to find a ‘Vette that will delight you.
Genesis G70
Genesis, the luxury off-shoot brand of Korea-based Hyundai Motor Company, continues to impress critics with its build quality and driving experience. The sporty G70 compact sedan is a great example. It’s been sold since 2019 with two engines. The early entry-level engine was a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine (252 hp and 260 lb-ft; slightly less power in earliest model years), while a 2.5-litre engine was introduced in 2024. The 3.3-litre twin-turbo V6, sold today with 365 hp and 376 lb-ft, has long been the upgrade engine and has varied slightly in power output. All-wheel drive is equipped on most trims, though in some model years the Sport trim sold with rear-wheel drive. With new-vehicle pricing ranging from a current manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) of $54,500 for the base model to $65,500 for the 3.3T Sport, choosing a 2019 model can save you in the neighbourhood of $30,000 with little appreciable compromise in capability, safety features, or modern infotainment amenities.
Infiniti G35 and G37
If you know your Nissans, you might be in on this well-kept secret: the legendary Nissan Skyline was sold in North America badged as an Infiniti. The G35 and G37 nameplates indicated the engine displacement as these sedans came either with a 3.5-litre or a 3.7-litre V6. The fourth generation ran from 2007 to 2015 and was available in sedan, coupe, and convertible body styles. These are getting a little older now, so be mindful of the mileage, but there are still some good ones out there for less than $15,000.
Lexus ES
If executive opulence sounds like your jam and high reliability ratings with impeccable build quality would sweeten the deal, take a look at the Lexus ES. This large luxury saloon from Toyota’s luxury arm tends to be lightly driven and well-maintained by conscientious owners. Check out the fuel-efficient sixth-generation hybrid built from 2013 to 2018, which is commonly available for less than $25,000. This is one car where we can confidently say you don’t need to worry as much about higher odometer readings. It’s not unusual for a Lexus to push well past 300,000 kilometres.
Lincoln Continental
Ford’s luxury division tried to revive the Lincoln Continental nameplate after a 14-year hiatus for the 2017 model year. The new Continental was a stately executive sedan with interesting door handles, very opulent seats, and modern infotainment technology. Unfortunately, the Continental was a victim of Ford’s decision to discontinue production of all sedans beginning in 2019. The tenth-generation Continental arrived with so much promise and departed with a fizzle, but it can now be yours on the used car market for less than $35,000 Canadian, less than two-thirds of what it cost when new.
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
So, you want to drive a Mercedes-Benz? There are plenty of great options out on the road, but to get into the badge with the best bang for your buck, opt for a 2001-2011 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class if a two-seat roadster will meet your needs. Sold with a folding hardtop and with V12 and V8 powerful engine options, today it’s not uncommon to find well-maintained examples of the latter with less than 100,000 km on the odometer for under $30,000. For the luxury and performance on offer, that represents a lot of car for the money. Just be sure you can afford the running costs. For something truly special, consider an AMG model.
Porsche 911 (996) Carrera
The 996 generation of Porsche 911 was the first to sport a water-cooled flat-6-cylinder engine instead of an air-cooled one, which made it a dud for the German automaker among purists at the time. Today, these cars are a relative bargain on the used car market with affordable pricing that has made them attainable. That’s provided you’re willing to do some research to identify some of the better-known reliability issues. Be wary of cheap cars which might need a lot of remedial work, and weigh up if you want a rear-wheel-drive (RWD) Carrera or an all-wheel-drive (AWD) Carrera 4. Interest in these has gone up in recent years, but coupe, soft-top convertible, and Targa body styles can still be found priced at or below $40,000, depending on the car’s condition and odometer.
Porsche Cayman/Boxster
The mid-engine Porsche Cayman and Boxster duo—sold today as the 718 Cayman and 718 Boxster—has at times been accused of being more fun to drive than the Porsche 911. If you’re looking to get your hands on a Porsche sports car for a reasonable price, the second-generation 987 from model years 2005 to 2012 is a sweet spot. The available engines and their related power output varied in the Cayman and Boxster over the years, so it’s wise to know what you want and what it’s worth before you begin to search. That said, all versions of Porsche's flat-six-cylinder engine have plenty of appeal. Sub-$30,000 pricing is now common for this model year range, and you may score one for less if a manual transmission is on the table.
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