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Some cars just get pulled over more than others—and it’s not always for the reasons you’d expect. You may think it’s just sports cars or flashy rides catching all the wrong attention, but sometimes it’s everyday models driven a little too hard or modified a little too much. Ahead, we have highlighted the cars most likely to end up with flashing lights in the mirror. Are you wondering if your car made the cut? Let's dive in!
1. Subaru WRX
Despite being marketed as a practical sports sedan, the WRX’s rally-inspired roots encourage aggressive driving. Its turbocharged powertrain appeals to younger drivers, who typically receive more traffic citations. MotorBiscuit ranked it the single most pulled-over car for three consecutive years.
2. Subaru BRZ
The BRZ shares its platform with the Scion FR-S and Toyota 86, which also rank high for citations. According to Insurify, 23.9% of BRZ drivers have a speeding ticket on record. Though not especially fast in straight-line speed, the BRZ’s light chassis invites high-speed cornering.
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3. Hyundai Genesis Coupe
With a 21.9% ticket rate, the Genesis Coupe ranks high on several pulled-over rankings, including MotorBiscuit’s list. It’s consistently flagged by insurers as a high-risk model for violations. Many drivers modify this vehicle, and that boosts both speed and police attention.
4. Kia Stinger
Over 13.4% of Stinger drivers have received speeding tickets. Police often mistake it for an Audi or BMW at a glance due to its upscale design, and it appears consistently in pulled-over car lists compiled by Torque News and FinanceBuzz.
5. Nissan 350Z
This car shows up repeatedly in Insurify’s and Torque News’ most-pulled-over rankings. With a 17.6% citation rate, the 350Z remains among the most ticketed vehicles in modern lists. Though discontinued in 2009, many 350Zs are still on the road and driven aggressively.
6. Volkswagen GTI
Speeding ticket rates for the GTI range from 11.1% to 18.8%. Even though the car is often called the “grown-up hot hatch,” it’s disproportionately cited for speeding. Drivers often enjoy the nimbleness so much that they unintentionally exceed limits.
7. Scion FR-S
The FR-S is often modified for track use, which can spill into street driving behavior. It has a 13.7% speeding ticket rate and ranks in the top 3 in most pulled-over car lists. Insurify and Torque News reports regularly flag it for high citation volume.
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8. Mazda MX‑5 Miata
A reputation as a “slow car fast” often encourages drivers to push the Miata’s limits. Miata is the world’s best-selling roadster and among the most pulled over for its segment, and its drivers stand out with a 9.2% citation rate.
9. Audi S4
Audi’s understated styling means it often surprises law enforcement with how fast it accelerates. Speeding lists curated by both Torque News and FinanceBuzz feature the S4, and it has a 14.6% ticket rate, landing it squarely in the high-risk category.
10. BMW i3
At 17.6%, the BMW i3 has the highest speeding ticket rate among BMW models in the latest Insurify data. It consistently appears in insurance risk analyses due to its odd pattern of high violations. The quirky looks make it surprising to see on pulled-over lists, but stats don’t lie.
11. Infiniti G37
This Infiniti model shares its engine platform with the Nissan 370Z, and it's often modified for added horsepower, which increases ticket risk. The G37 holds a 10.7% ticket rate, and its appearance in both Torque News and FinanceBuzz validates its status as a pulled-over car.
12. Honda S2000
The S2000’s high-revving engine reaches 9000 RPM, encouraging spirited driving, and the car has a 10.8% ticket rate. It’s a collector’s car today, but many owners still drive them like they did in the early 2000s.
13. Hyundai Veloster
Appearing in multiple pulled-over rankings, including Insurify and Autoblog’s breakdowns, the Veloster has a speeding ticket rate between 14.7% and 15.4%. This places it among the highest for compact cars. The car’s asymmetrical three-door design turns heads—and sometimes police attention.
14. Subaru Impreza
The Impreza has a 14.8% ticket rate and ranks high among Subaru models cited for violations. Though often viewed as sensible and safe, its WRX-derived variants share performance DNA. Many Impreza owners mod their cars with rally-style parts, which can draw law enforcement attention.
15. Chevrolet Cruze Limited
Despite being a modestly powered compact, it shows a high 17.9% ticket rate according to Insurify. Its presence on multiple most-ticketed lists confirms the statistical anomaly. The Cruze’s popularity as a first car may correlate with less experienced, risk-prone drivers.
16. Chevrolet Malibu Limited
The Malibu Limited was listed in Insurify’s top-10 speeding car list, tied with other high-risk vehicles. Drivers rack up tickets at rates similar to sports cars, even though it bears the image of a calm family sedan. In some regions, it trumps Mustangs in citation rates.
17. Toyota Yaris iA
You see it in the 2024 Insurify top-10 list for speeding, an unexpected result for a subcompact. Torque News also confirms its place among cars frequently cited for traffic violations. Its small engine size belies a zippy driving feel, encouraging drivers to push speed limits.
18. Mini Cooper
While the Mini has premium branding, it frequently attracts youthful, risk-taking drivers. The Mini Cooper was listed in MotorBiscuit’s 2025 Top 10 most-pulled-over cars, and its consistent appearance in traffic citation analyses validates the listing.
19. Nissan 370Z
Ranked #6 on MotorBiscuit’s 2025 list of most pulled-over vehicles, its performance stats and prior citation history solidify its place in enforcement analyses. The 370Z is a staple of tuner culture, with many modified units attracting police attention.
20. Dodge Challenger
The roaring V8 engine makes it hard not to speed, intentionally or not. Owners often participate in informal “stoplight drag races,” increasing the risk of tickets. Its high citation rate aligns with Insurify data tracking muscle car violations, and it ranked #5 in MotorBiscuit’s 2025 pulled-over car list.
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