Volkswagen first rolled out the Golf R 400 concept in Beijing earlier this ... suggest a production version could produce over 400 hp. To keep it all in line, the concept has all-wheel drive.

At the Beijing Motor Show earlier this year, Volkswagen showcased a concept hatchback called the Golf R 400. It was essentially ... hard-earned euros for a 400-hp hot hatch to warrant production ...

So what's the cheapest 400-hp sports car on sale right now? There are two in very close contention, but the one that will give you 400 hp for the least initial outlay is the 2024 Nissan Z.