This engine layout is typically used for high-performance sports cars, as the placement of the engine in the middle of the car’s body enhances traction and creates ideal weight distribution. Cars like the Porsche Cayman and Audi R8 use a mid-engine layout to great effect. On the downside, mid-engine cars often suffer from poor packaging and have limited interior/cargo space. Mid-engine cars can also be more challenging to control when they lose grip and begin spinning. Finally, this layout is typically more expensive to engineer.