Forza has been dominating the video game industry for over a decade now, and its latest addition, the 2021 Forza Horizon 5, has been making waves with some of the fastest cars even in 2023. The game has over 500 cars, with many sports cars to cruise around Sierra Neuva.
You can also drag race these cars, which is fun in its own way. But, how do you know exactly what car to use for drag racing? Well, let’s talk about the 10 fastest drag cars in Forza Horizon 5.
10 2020 Porsche Taycan Turbo S
Top Speed: 171 MPH
Porsche tried to take on Tesla with its super exquisite Taycan Turbo S. The Taycan wiped the floor with the Model S, thanks to its state-of-the-art engineering and quality, and gave Tesla a run for its money. The Taycan Turbo S zipped past, thanks to its two electric motors and 93-kWh battery, generating 616 hp and 774 lb-ft of twist.
And surprisingly, the Taycan Turbo S wowed many gamers. It's a fast electric car with tons of oomph under the hood, giving even hypercars a taste of their own medicine. The Taycan Turbo S is excellent for A-class races, and can do fairly well
Vehicle Class And Cost
- Vehicle Class: S1 807
- Cr Cost: 185,000 Cr
9 1999 Lamborghini Diablo GTR
Top Speed: 213 MPH
The next car is the 1999 Lamborghini Diablo GTR. The car has been a staple in the series for a long time, and is one of the fastest classic super cars in the world. The in-game version of this car hits 0 to 60 mph in a mind-blowing time of 1.4 seconds, when it's fully tuned. No wonder it was one of the most popular entries in the Xbox 360 Motorsport titles.
The real-life GTR is a track-ready variant created around the Diablo SV. The car is powered by a 6.0-liter V12 and cost a staggering 210,000 CR. The V12 produces 590 horsepower and 472 pound-foot of torque, and the power goes through a 5-speed manual, making it a superfast car that’s every car enthusiast’s dream!
The Lamborghini Diablo GTR goes from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.5 seconds and can hit a top speed of 215 mph.
Vehicle Class And Cost
- Vehicle Class: S1 881
- CR Cost: 1,000,000 Cr
8 2011 Lamborghini Sesto Elemento
Top Speed: 214 MPH
This car has been a part of various Forza games, and it's crowned as one of the best cars in Forza Horizon 5, while also remaining one of the most valuable drag cars out there. The car is not even street legal, and it was only produced in very limited numbers - 20 to be exact.
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It comes with a 5.2-liter V10 engine that produces 562 horsepower and 539 pounds of torque. While the horsepower doesn’t sound crazy, the car is quick because of its low curb weight. The sleek aerodynamic details, combined with the metallic black finish, give the car a blend of elegance.
The Sesto Elemento will set you back 2,500,000 CR, and the V10 engine is assisted by a 6-speed automatic transmission. The car has a quick acceleration from 0 to 60 mph in just 2.5 seconds and a top speed of 221 mph!
Vehicle Class And Cost
- Vehicle Class: S2 936
- CR Cost: 2,500,000 Cr
7 2011 BMW X5 M Forza Edition
Top Speed: 221 MPH
The 2011 BMW X5 M Forza Edition is hands down one of the best drag cars in the game right now. While the 2011 BMW X5 is infamous for its poor reliability in the real world, it’s got the perfect launch, acceleration, and handling scores, and even when it's not tuned, it’s still a beast on the track. The only downside of this car is that it requires the VIP membership DLC to buy, but for what it’s worth, it’s a beast of a car!
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For just 500,000 CR, it boasts a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 that produces 555 horsepower and 500 lb-ft of torque. The power goes to all four wheels through a 6-speed shiftable automatic gearbox, and the car tops out at 221 miles per hour. This beast can also accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.1 seconds!
Vehicle Class And Cost
- Vehicle Class: S2 998
- CR Cost: 500,000 Cr
6 1997 McLaren F1 GT
Top Speed: 226 MPH
The McLaren F1 GT is a staggering car that was specially designed as a Le Mans hom*ologation special. Only 100 of these cars were ever produced, and it is extremely priceless! Because it was included in the Horizon 5 in the McLaren Takeover Event, the car became an instant fan favorite, and it was featured in several YouTube videos as well.
The reason why this car won so many hearts all around the world is because of its distinct, futuristic, long tail and aerodynamic design. Not just that, but the car remains true to life in the game as well and has similar specs to its real-life counterpart.
The McLaren has a 6.1-liter V12 engine coupled with a 6-speed manual transmission that produces 618 horsepower and 480 pound-foot of torque. It’s a bit on the pricier side with a price tag of 1,350,000 CR, but it will take you from 0 to 60 mph in just 2.8 seconds and hit a top speed of 240 mph!
Vehicle Class And Cost
- Vehicle Class: S1 866
- CR Cost: 15,000,000 Cr
5 Ferrari 599XX
Top Speed: 227 MPH
This is one of the most iconic Ferrari’s out there. Only 29 were ever produced, and even fewer still have the coveted EVO tag, but that’s an entirely different topic. This car came to Forza Horizon 5 in an update as part of Series 13. The in-game car is extremely similar to its real-world counterpart, with a powerful 6.0L V12 that produces 740 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque. The power goes to the rear wheels via a 6-speed automated manual transmission.
This rare beauty might come with a price tag of 1,400,000 CR, but it will take you from 0 to 60 in just 2.9 seconds and reach a top speed of 196 mph, so it’s worth the investment!
Vehicle Class And Cost
- Vehicle Class: S2 924
- CR Cost: 2,000,000 Cr
4 2014 Porsche 918 Spyder
Top Speed: 242 MPH
The 2014 Porsche 918 Spyder is the second-fastest car in Forza Horizon 5. The car has a long history of being featured in motorsport games since it is a fan favorite. The 918 Spyder in the game is exactly like the real-life counterpart.
The 2014 Porsche 918 Spyder comes with an exciting 4.6-liter V8 engine paired with a 7-speed automatic transmission and two electric motors. This gives the supercar a quick 0 to 60 acceleration in just 2.6 seconds and a top speed of 214 mph. This is exactly why this car will set you back by 850,000 CR.
Vehicle Class And Cost
- Vehicle Class: S2 920
- CR Cost: 850,000 Cr
3 1965 GYMKHANA 10 Ford Hoonicorn Mustang
Top Speed: 243 MPH
The 1965 Hoonigan Ford "Hoonicorn" Mustang was built from the ground up to be an AWD performance machine, and it's one of the most badass cars Ken Block ripped on Gymkhana. It's powered by a 6.7-liter V8 engine and features specially designed suspensions. It's a great drifting machine that will set you back 500,000 CR.
The Hoonicorn produces 1,400 horsepower and 1,250 pound-foot of torque, which takes it from 0 to 60 mph in a mere 1.8 seconds, and has a top speed of 255 mph, making it one of the many impressive cars on this list!
Vehicle Class And Cost
- Vehicle Class: S2 952
- CR Cost: 500,000 Cr
2 2019 Rimac Concept Two
Top Speed: 261 MPH
This is one of the craziest drag cars to ever exist because of its all-electric powertrain. The Croatian automobile manufacturer has gained prominence in both Forza Horizon 4 and 5, showcasing one of the swiftest and expertly-tuned vehicles in the gaming world.
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The car has insanely powerful 4 liquid-cooled permanent magnet synchronous electric motors which give it insane amounts of horsepower and torque. It’s worth 2,000,000 CR and produces 1,914 horsepower and 1,696 lb-ft of torque. The Rimac Concept Two has an incredibly quick 0 to 60 mph acceleration in just 1.8 seconds and a top speed of 258 mph, earning the Rimac the crown of the fastest drag cars.
Vehicle Class And Cost
- Vehicle Class: S2 963
- CR Cost: 2,000,000 Cr
1 2020 Koenigsegg Jesko
Top Speed: 284 MPH
Koenigsegg Jesko was designed by its Swedish automaker to compete with the Bugatti Chiron, and that’s why it performs well on tracks and goes well on curves.
It is an extremely quick car and one of the few that can cross 300 miles per hour. When paired with the right tuning, it can even go as high as over 400 miles an hour. In speed and handling, the car has a perfect 10 rating.
It goes from 0 to 60 mph in just 2.5 seconds, and that’s all because of a 5.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 that produces 1,600 horsepower and 1,106 pound-foot of torque. The car's power is controlled by a 9-speed multi-clutch gearbox, and the car itself will burn a 2,800,000 CR hole in your wallet.
Vehicle Class And Cost
- Vehicle Class: S2 971
- CR Cost: 2,800,000 Cr
