My Son has a 2011 2.5l VW Golf
my daughter has a 2015 Scion FRS
Both are three pedal cars. Got both on the autocross course before their 17 year birthday - and I think both are better drivers than all their friends (Which is a pretty low bar)
And yes - check insurance rates - they are HUGE - no matter what you drive (although 4 cylinder cars NA cars are less expensive)
If you have a Teen Driver
https://www.tirerack.com/content/tirerack/desktop/en/events_sponsorships/street_survival.html
I'd highly recommend