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Developed by Playground Games and Turn 10 Studios, Forza Horizon 5 is a fun open-world game with hundreds of the world’s greatest cars listed. Apart from being able to pace through the tracks in the game, players need to have a grip on their cars to keep them on the ground while racing. Here’s a rundown of the fastest cars in the game with awesome handling.
Updated February 14, 2022 by Chetan Shekar:With the latest release of the Series 4 update, Forza Horizon 5 is expanding on its set of new cars and race suits to celebrate the Horizon World Cup in Mexico. People can represent their favorite country based on the car manufacturer to help the nation win the Horizon World Cup.
USA, France, Germany, Japan, Italy, and the UK are among the top countries competing in the Horizon World Cup. Players with a Car Pass will be able to get their hands on 4 new cars throughout Series 4 to peak their performance. Take a look at the fastest cars in Forza Horizon 5 that have an outstanding handle on the streets.
15 Apollo Intensa Emozione
Apollo Intensa Emozione is a mid-engine sports car. It was manufactured by the German automobile manufacturer Apollo Automobil GmbH and was unveiled to the world in October 2017. Only 10 units of the limited edition car were produced and sold. The design of the 2-door vehicle is inspired by marine animals and has a cocoon-style carbon fiber cockpit.
The sports car has a 6-speed manual transmission gearbox. It weighs 2,756 lbs and has a top speed of 208 mph. Apollo Intensa Emozione has carbon-ceramic brakes at the front and rear to provide improved handling on rough streets and terrains. It has exceptional grip while driving through the race tracks of Mexico.
14 BMW X5 M
BMW X5 M is a Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) known for its on-road handling capability. It was primarily produced in North America by BMW. It has the largest front brakes that are fitted onto BMW vehicles and can help racers take sharp turns at high velocities with ease. Under the hood, the 5-door SAV has a 4.4-liter twin-turbocharged engine that can generate an output of 547 bhp.
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The steering system of the SAV has an all-wheel-drive for improved handling. It is among the biggest cars with the best handling in Forza Horizon 5. It can be unlocked for 100,000 CR in the game. Players can take the BMW X5 M for a spin in the Horizon World Cup to experience its handling for themselves.
13 Ferrari F40 Competizione
Ferrari F40 Competizione is a supercar that was assembled in Italy. It was built exclusively to participate in the 24 Hours of Le Mans. As one of the fastest cars in Forza Horizon 5, it can reach high speeds of 199 mph and can beat drivers by miles in street racing. It graced the cover of the French magazine Sports Auto in September 1988.
The P-Zero tires were made with light materials including Kevlar to specifically fit the needs of the Ferrari F40 Competizione. It was modeled after the track results acquired from the Formula 1 seasons of 1980 to 1985. With a top speed of 228 mph, it can blaze opponents on the race tracks.
12 Maserati MC12 Versione Corse
Maserati MC12 Versione Corse is a 2-seater sports car. Manufactured by the Italian car company Maserati, it has competed against the world’s best drivers in FIA GT Championship and the American Le Mans Series. The sports car has a sharp nose and smooth curves to enable faster acceleration and shorter braking distance while driving at high speeds.
It has a top speed of 217 mph and weighs 2,646 lbs. Maserati MC12 Versione Corse has a 6-liter engine that can output 756 bhp. Its precise acceleration and braking system make it a formidable car to challenge in Forza Horizon 5.
11 Pagani Zonda R
Pagani Zonda R made its debut at the 2007 Geneva Motor Show. It was produced by the Italian manufacturer Pagani between the years 2009 to 2011. The supercar has a Formula 1-styled exhaust system and ceramic coating for optimal heat dissipation.
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Despite weighing 2,536 lbs, the Pagani Zonda R can reach speeds of 100 mph in less than 6 seconds. It has a longer wheelbase for increased stability as well as improved front and rear subframes for better suspension. It has a maximum speed of 218 mph.
10 Lamborghini Veneno
The Lamborghini Veneno was made to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Italian automobile manufacturer. It was unveiled at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show. As an exclusive design, only 4 units of the Lamborghini Veneno were built. It has a 6.5-liter naturally-aspirated engine that can output up to 740 horsepower at 8,400 rpm. The vehicle weighs 3,218 lbs and can reach a top speed of 221 mph.
With a modified exhaust system and enlarged air intake, the Lamborghini Veneno has increased power to rip through the roads. Designed for maximum airflow, the front of the vehicle is aerodynamic with a streamlined underbody. The Lamborghini Veneno can be bought at the Autoshow for 3,000,000 CR.
9 Ferrari 488 GTB
The Ferrari 488 GTB was announced as “The Supercar of the Year 2015” by Top Gear and became the “Best Driver’s Car” for Motor Trend in 2017. It has a 3.9-liter twin-turbocharged engine that can generate up to 660 hp at 8,000 rpm. The vehicle can reach a top speed of 224 mph.
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Carbon-ceramic brakes are applied to the Ferrari 488 GTB to improve its handling on the streets of Mexico. It can be unlocked as a playable supercar for 290,000 CR. The vehicle has a central Aero Pillar that deflects air under the flat body of the car to reduce air pressure, resulting in improved handling during races.
8 Pagani Huayra BC
The Pagani Huayra BC is an Italian supercar that was revealed to the world at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show. It was named after Benny Caiola, the first customer of Pagani. A total of 20 units of the Pagani Huayra BC were made and sold. This car has a 6-liter twin-turbocharged engine, delivering 740 hp at 6,200 rpm. With a top speed of 238 mph, it can beat most supercars on the circuit in a free lane.
The Pagani Huayra BC can be won as a Wheelspin or a Super Wheelspin prize. This Italian marvel has a seven-speed manual transmission with a single clutch gearbox. It also has an advanced braking system, with front suspension and two rear flaps that apply airbrakes for stability while driving at high speeds.
7 RAESR Tachyon Speed
The RAESR Tachyon Speed is an all-electric car manufactured by an American automobile company. Based in Los Angeles, California, RAESR specializes in the production of electric sports cars. The electric motor engine is capable of generating up to 1,251 hp and can reach speeds of up to 240 mph. It is one of the lightest electric cars in the game, weighing 3,198 lbs.
The electric car is modeled after the canopy of fighter jets and has the driver’s seat placed at the center of the automobile. The RAESR Tachyon Speed is a rare car that can be found listed on the Festival Playlist or Forzathon Shop.
6 Ultima Evolution Coupe 1020
The Ultima Evolution Coupe is the most sophisticated car designed by a British automobile manufacturer. Its LS fuel injection engine can output up to 1,020 hp. The vehicle has a six-speed manual transaxle gearbox that can reach a top speed of 240 mph. It has front brake vents and Zircotec ceramic exhaust coating for enhanced cooling while racing on the streets.
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The curve vane vented disc brakes improve the handling of the car, while its upgraded fuel system provides greater fuel flow to maximize acceleration on the tracks. The Ultima Evolution Coupe 1020 can be acquired in Forza Horizon 5 for 300,000 CR.
5 Zenvo TSR-S
The Zenvo TSR-S was launched at the Geneva International Motor Show in 2018. It features an innovative aerodynamic design that improves stability and cornering at high speeds. The vehicle has a 5.8-liter supercharged engine that can generate up to 1,177 hp at 7,100 rpm. It has a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox that can propel the car up to speeds of 233 mph.
With adjustable shocks and composite anti-roll bars on the front and rear axles, the Zenvo TSR-S can be tremendously effective while braking. It can be unlocked as a playable car in Forza Horizon 5 for 1,200,000 CR.
4 McLaren Speedtail
The McLaren Speedtail is the fastest hybrid sports car to have been manufactured by the automobile company. The aerodynamic design of the vehicle allows air to flow unobstructed from its nose to the tail. The car’s elegant model creates a distinct sense of space and balance behind the wheel of the McLaren Speedtail.
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It has a 4-liter twin-turbocharged hybrid engine that can deliver up to 1,036 hp. The McLaren Speedtail can give players a run for their money, as it can reach a top speed of up to 250 mph. Players can claim the car for 224,000 CR in Forza Horizon 5.
3 Hennessey Venom GT
The Hennessey Venom GT is a high-performance car manufactured by a Texas-based motor company. The supercar was able to reach a top speed of 270 mph during its test phase conducted at the Kennedy Space Center on its 3.2-mile runway. It has a 6.2-liter twin-turbocharged engine that can generate up to 1,200 hp at 6,600 rpm.
This car’s brakes have Brembo 6-piston calipers at the front and 4-piston calipers at the rear to balance its grip on the road. It can be unlocked in the game for 1,200,000 CR.
2 Koenigsegg Agera RS
The Koenigsegg Agera RS was unveiled at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show. Named the “Hypercar of the Year” in 2010 by Top Gear magazine, it became the world’s fastest production car in 2017 with a top speed of 278 mph. The vehicle has a 5-liter twin-turbocharged engine that is capable of delivering up to 1,341 hp.
Active independent front flaps, front and rear suspension, and ventilated ceramic disc brakes are implemented to enhance the handling of the car. The Koenigsegg Agera RS can be bought for 2,000,000 CR.
1 Bugatti Chiron
Assembled in France, the Bugatti Chiron was launched at the Geneva Motor Show in 2016. The vehicle has a carbon-fiber body with independent suspension and an all-wheel-drive system for improved handling. It has an 8-liter quad-turbocharged engine that can output up to 1,479 hp at 6,700 rpm. The supercar is among the few vehicles that can reach a top speed of up to 304 mph.
The Bugatti Chiron has an exhaust system with a long tail rear wing to increase its acceleration while driving on tracks. It can be unlocked in Forza Horizon 5 for 2,400,000 CR.
Forza Horizon 5 is available on PC, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
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