With the arrival of hugely powerful electric pickup trucks and sports cars, the old adage “there is no replacement for displacement” has been thoroughly refuted. Fewer new V8 models are for sale than last year — the Ram 1500 being a notable example, although it’s due to get the V8 back for 2026.
That said, there’s still a place for big, powerful engines, including V8s, in the marketplace. If you’re a V8 lover, too, you’ll appreciate this list of the most affordable V8-powered cars still available to buy new in the USA.
The prices listed below are for the least expensive model, trim, or specification necessary to get the V8 engine. All prices quoted include destination fees but do not include other mandatory fees like tax, title, and licensing.
Here are the 10 cheapest V8 cars in 2025.
1. 2025 Ford F-150
Starting Price: $41,005
Lowest Price With a V8: $41,005
To get the most affordable V8 vehicle on the U.S. market in 2025, you’ll want to start with the 2025 Ford F-150 regular cab with the 6.5-foot bed and XL base trim package in 4×2, or rear-wheel drive (RWD). That will get you a 5.0-liter V8 that is good for 400 horsepower and 410 lb-ft of torque. The least expensive cab and bed configuration should be good for up to 9,600 pounds of towing capacity. Impressive for less than $40,000 (before mandatory destination fee) these days.
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2. 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Starting Price: $39,195
Lowest Price With a V8: $41,385
Next up is America’s other favorite truck, the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. Starting with a Silverado in regular cab/long bed form with the base WT trim, you’ll tick the box for the 5.3-liter V8 engine (a $1,990 option) with the 2-wheel drive (2WD) drivetrain and then tick no other boxes. The V8 upgrade gets you 355 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque, plus the ability to tow up to 9,900 pounds. The WT trim sticks to the basics, although wireless smartphone connectivity is standard.
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3. 2025 GMC Sierra 1500
Starting Price: $40,495
Lowest Price With a V8: $42,685
The brand sibling to the Silverado, the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 is the third-most affordable V8-powered vehicle around. To spend the least to get a V8 Sierra, you’ll choose the regular cab/long bed configuration, the base Pro trim, rear-wheel drive (RWD), and the $1,990 V8 upgrade. Like the Chevy, you’ll get a 355-hp 5.3-liter V8, and the same 9,900-pound towing capacity. You’ll also get standard LED headlights and wireless smartphone integration.
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4. 2025 Ford Mustang GT
Starting Price: $33,915
Lowest Price With a V8: $48,555
With the demise of the Dodge Challenger and Charger and with the Camaro on hiatus, the 2025 Ford Mustang GT stands as the most affordable V8 muscle car — or sports car — in America. Getting your own is as easy as opting for the base Mustang GT Fastback. It comes with the 480-hp 5.0-liter V8, a 10-speed automatic transmission, upgraded brakes, a limited-slip differential, and dual exhaust.
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5. 2025 Dodge Durango R/T
Starting Price: $40,490
Lowest Price With a V8: $51,990
The 2025 Dodge Durango R/T is not only the most affordable V8 SUV in the United States but also one of the best-looking. You’re getting seating for up to seven with the Durango R/T for not much more money than the Mustang above. With the R/T, you get the 5.7-liter Hemi V8, rated for 360 hp and 390 lb-ft of torque, and rear-wheel drive (all-wheel drive is an optional extra). The R/T trim also adds a sport-tuned suspension, wireless device charging, a 10.1-inch center display, and more.
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6. 2025 Nissan Armada
Starting Price: $59,530
Lowest Price With a V8: $59,530
Built on the underpinnings of the discontinued Titan pickup, the 2025 Nissan Armada is a full-size, truck-based SUV that comes standard with a 400-hp 5.6-liter V8, with standard 4-wheel drive, 8,500 pounds towing capacity, and, in the most affordable SV trim, 8-passenger seating. Despite being the base model, the Armada SV is well-equipped, with wireless device charging, wireless smartphone integration, heated front seats, and Nissan Safety Shield 360 among the highlights.
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7. 2025 Lexus IS
Starting Price: $41,730
Lowest Price With a V8: $60,715
The 2025 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance deserves a special mention here because it’s the most affordable member of a dying breed — the V8 sports sedan. With the added benefits of Lexus’ luxury treatment, the IS 500 F Sport Performance is well worth the money for those trying to hold back the dying of the V8 light.
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8. 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe
Starting Price: $61,660
Lowest Price With a V8: $61,660
The 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe is a legend of the full-size SUV segment for its capacious interior and considerable towing capability, and it’s been updated for the 2025 model year. The Tahoe comes standard with a V8, but the most affordable version is the LS trim with 2-wheel drive, which gets 8-passenger seating by default, as well as wireless smartphone integration, remote start, LED exterior lighting, and Chevy Safety Assist. The standard 355-hp 5.3-liter V8 engine and rear-wheel-drive configuration give the 2025 Tahoe up to 8,400 pounds of towing capacity.
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9. 2025 Chevrolet Suburban
Starting Price: $64,195
Lowest Price With a V8: $64,195
Like the shorter Tahoe, the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban also gets updates for the 2025 model year, including fresh design and features. To get the most affordable V8 version of the Suburban, simply select the base LS trim with 2-wheel drive. The Suburban’s 5.3-liter V8 engine is standard, generating 355 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque. A capable tow vehicle, just like the Tahoe, the Suburban offers even more passenger and cargo space, making it a perfect choice for trips towing the boat to the lake.
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10. 2025 GMC Yukon
Starting Price: $69,395
Lowest Price With a V8: $69,395
The 2025 GMC Yukon is a near-twin to the Tahoe, with GMC-specific style and trim packages, but very similar features and abilities. The least expensive V8 Yukon is also the entry-level model, but the Yukon Elevation is about $8,000 more than the Tahoe LS, thanks to higher specifications of equipment and features. The V8 in the Yukon is identical to the Tahoe’s, a 5.3-liter unit generating 355 hp, and in the updated 2025 Yukon, it’s capable of up to 8,400 pounds.
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Cheapest V8 Cars in 2025
- 2025 Ford F-150
- 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
- 2025 GMC Sierra 1500
- 2025 Ford Mustang GT
- 2025 Dodge Durango R/T
- 2025 Nissan Armada
- 2025 Lexus IS 500
- 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe
- 2025 Chevrolet Suburban
- 2025 GMC Yukon
