When it comes to a list of the fastest cheap cars, the hot hatch segment is a must-mention. The Volkswagen Golf, a nameplate that has built a passionate fanbase since 1974, is a prime example.

Fast cheap cars for cheap thrills. For under $20,000, a 2012 Lexus IS 350C Convertible, 2008 BMW M3, a 2011 Dodge Challenger SRT8, and a 2012 Nissan 370Z are all in your purview. Watch this video!

Regardless of the price point you’re looking at, you can minimise the risk of being left open to reliability problems – as well as putting yourself and your family at risk with an unsafe car – with ...

We'll level with you: going fast on a budget is quite tricky. Unless you buy a used car, you'll need to find at least £25,000 for something new, which might stretch your definition of ‘cheap’. On the ...