Three high-end sports cars battle for the ACOTY Best Premium Sports Car accolade.
How Does ACOTY Define This Class?
We’re reserving this class specifically for coupes and cabriolets, but, they need to sit mid-table in the market price-wise.
They also need invoke feelings of excitement and anticipation by the way the look and the way they drive.
Meet The Contenders
Of the three, two are German and one represents Italy. They are the Porsche Cayman GTS (top left), Mercedes-AMG SL 43 (top right) and Maserati GranTurismo.
With a zing from the engine and a wide grin on your face, the Porsche Cayman GTS goes like the clappers. Beautifully balanced on its wheels, with a wonderfully sporty seating position within and point-and-squirt character, the Cayman GTS will enthral you as you chase its 7,800rpm redline.
The Mercedes-AMG SL 43 has a different take on the premium sports car formula. Its a drop-top grand tourer with plenty of punch, all rolled up into one exquisite package. You’ll be cosseted in the lap of upmarket materials and features while conquering the 0-100km/h sprint in just 4.5 seconds.
If a larger, more practical coupe is your thing, look no further than the Maserati GranTourismo. Drop-dead gorgeous Italian styling combines with a tech-upgraded interior which can comfortably house four adults.
With a boot that’s large enough for a golf bag and other items, and a sonorous V6 engine that matches this grand tourer’s handling abilities, this is one seriously alluring package that definitely walks the talk.
Three mouth-wateringly delicious choices, but only one can be crowned champion.
AutoApp Car Of The Year Best Premium Sports Car
Maserati GranTurismo
| Vehicle | Points Tally |
| Porsche Cayman GTS | 360 |
| Mercedes-AMG SL 43 | 302 |
| Maserati GranTurismo | 368 |
The winner with 368 points is the Maserati GranTurismo. The way it combines practicality with premium sports car looks and abilities puts it right on top.
More on the scoring categories used to derive points here.
Congratulations to the Maserati GranTurismo for winning the AutoApp Car of the Year 2025 Best Premium Sports Car!
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