Forza Horizon 5’s huge list of cars will make any gearbox drool. With over 700 cars, there is something for everyone. No wonder the game was as of May 2023, over 30 million players are playing.
However, like every racing game, Forza Horizon 5 has an upper echelon of ultra-exclusive and ultra-expensive cars that only the most dedicated and skilled players can obtain. Here is a short list of the most expensive cars you can buy in Forza Horizon 5.
10 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO
Price: 3.5 million credits
It may be the cheapest on this list, but the 288 GTO is a beautifully balanced sports car with impressive stats and plenty of upgrade options. It holds its ground regardless of the weather, and even though acceleration leaves a lot to be desired in stock form, you’ll effortlessly be leading the pack halfway through the race thanks to the 288 GTO’s incredibly sharp handling characteristics. Not to mention, it looks pretty good, and fancy upgrades can do wonders to improve its appearance.
Performance characteristics
Class |
A (750) |
Transmission |
rear wheel drive |
power |
395 hp |
A turning point |
366 lb-ft |
0-60 mph |
5.0 sec |
The highest speed |
203 mph |
9 1964 Jaguar Lightweight E-Type
Price: 7.5 million credits
The Jaguar E-Type is one of the most famous British cars ever made and was once the fastest car in the world. The Lightweight E-Type is an even tougher, race-ready version of the venerable sports car. The Lightweight E-Type makes 340 hp, which doesn’t sound like much, but it makes up for it, weighing in at 2,292 pounds. This allows for quick acceleration on the go, allowing it to hit 60 mph in just over 4 seconds. Lightness is also an advantage when cornering, allowing players to overtake competitors with ease.
Performance characteristics
Class |
B(688) |
Transmission |
rear wheel drive |
power |
340 hp |
A turning point |
314 lb-ft |
0-60 mph |
4.1 sec |
The highest speed |
174 mph |
8 1966 Ford #2 GT40 MK II
Price: 11 million credits
The GT-40 MK II has legendary status in automotive history as the race car that enabled Ford to finally topple Ferrari’s reign at Le Mans in 1966. The massive 7.0-litre naturally aspirated V8 delivers stunning acceleration off the line, revving to a manic 7400rpm, which is quite impressive for a pushrod engine. And because the engine has racing characteristics, it is very loud. Tunneling is great fun in a hardcore Ford. It may cost 8 figures, but you can’t put a price on engineering excellence and pure motorsport pedigree.
Performance characteristics
Class |
A(771) |
Transmission |
rear wheel drive |
power |
485 hp |
A turning point |
475 lb-ft |
0-60 mph |
3.7 seconds |
The highest speed |
205 mph |
7 1970 Porsche #3 917 LH
Price: 15 million credits
Another motorsport icon, the Porsche 917, conquered Le Mans and saved the company from extinction as Ferdinand Porsche bet everything on the success of the racing car he brought to the masses. Hiding a unique 4.9-liter Flat-12 engine under that sleek, multi-livery body, the 917 LH is one of the fastest racers in Forza Horizon 5. The Flat-12 generates over 600 hp. and accelerates to 60 mph from a standstill in 2.5 seconds. , which is extremely fast even by today’s standards. The sky-high howl that accompanies this rush can make anyone feel like a professional racer.
Performance characteristics
Class |
S1(856) |
Transmission |
rear wheel drive |
power |
601 hp |
A turning point |
415 lb-ft |
0-60 mph |
2.5 seconds |
The highest speed |
240 mph |
6 1997 McLaren F1 GT
Price: 15 million credits
The pioneer of the hypercar segment, the McLaren F1 is another British legend that justifiably comes at a high price. The GT is the rarest road-legal version of the F1, being a Le Mans homologation special based on the F1 GTR. Cranking everything from F1 to 11, the GT is an incredible powerhouse that can outrun many of today’s supercars in Forza Horizon 5. Powered by a 6.1-liter naturally aspirated V12, the F1 GT is a real rocket. for the road, and he makes no effort to hide it from his hearing. An F1 GT with a skilled driver behind the wheel is a force to be reckoned with.
Performance characteristics
Class |
S1(866) |
Transmission |
rear wheel drive |
power |
618 hp |
A turning point |
480 lb-ft |
0-60 mph |
3.2 seconds |
The highest speed |
226 mph |
5 1939 Auto Union Type D
Price: 15 million credits
One of the oldest Grand Prix racing cars in history, few would have predicted that the Auto Union Type D would start it a domino effect that would lead to the formation of what we know today as Audi. The Type D is a rare breed of rear-engined racing car, with a supercharged 3.0-litre twin-screw V12 developing 485bhp; very respectable by 1939 standards. Not only that, but it can also reach a top speed of 228 mph, which puts most modern supercars to shame. The Type D is a straight-up speed demon in Forza Horizon 5, and with some tweaking it could very well be one of the fastest cars in the game.
Performance characteristics
Class |
B(675) |
Transmission |
rear wheel drive |
power |
485 hp |
A turning point |
413 lb-ft |
0-60 mph |
3.8 seconds |
The highest speed |
228 mph |
4 1957 Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa
Price: 16.4 million credits
The Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa has long held the record for the most valuable car ever sold at auction, fetching over $12.1 million, and Forza Horizon 5 has even more. The answer to his value lies in his racing pedigree. The 250 TR was built to compete at Le Mans, and it raced. In four years, the 250 TR won three times. All thanks to its smooth, aerodynamic body and powerful naturally aspirated V12 that produces 300 hp. and 223 lb-ft of torque. The 250 Testa Rossa is one of the few cars that beats its numbers on paper and delivers an incredible driving experience.
Performance characteristics
Class |
B(691) |
Transmission |
rear wheel drive |
power |
300 hp |
A turning point |
223 lb-ft |
0-60 mph |
6.1 sec |
The highest speed |
172 mph |
3 1957 Ferrari 250 California
Price: 18.5 million credits
Almost all of this list consists of racing cars or strict road homologation racing cars. The Ferrari 250 California is a breath of fresh air, being an open grand tourer, and an iconic one at that. This is not a car that you can continuously compete with in races. It’s a car you want to drive on the open road and take in the view, cheekily burying the throttle every now and then to hear the 3.0-litre naturally aspirated V12 sing. The 250 California is quite lively if you need it to be, hitting 60 mph in 6.5 seconds. However, comfort-oriented driving will soon return you to cruising speed.
Performance characteristics
Class |
C(564) |
Transmission |
rear wheel drive |
power |
262 hp |
A turning point |
188 lb-ft |
0-60 mph |
6.5 seconds |
The highest speed |
148 mph |
2 1956 Jaguar D-Type
Price: 22 million credits
The rarity and status of the Jaguar D-Type far surpasses anything else on this list. Considered the pinnacle of 1950s engineering, the D-Type was a Le Mans race car that entered three races between 1955 and 1957 and eventually won them all. For the D-Type, Jaguar borrowed heavily from aviation with its fuselage-like design and aerodynamic bodywork. The shape echoes the functionality of the D-Type design, but still looks beautiful. No wonder it broke the 20 million mark in Forza Horizon 5. Few racing cars have a better reputation.
Performance characteristics
Class |
B(630) |
Transmission |
rear wheel drive |
power |
245 hp |
A turning point |
242 lb-ft |
0-60 mph |
4.7 seconds |
The highest speed |
153 mph |
1 1965 Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe
Price: 30 million credits
Good old American power reigns supreme on this list, with the Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe earning a whopping 30 million credits in Forza Horizon 5. Why not? The Shelby is an absolutely gorgeous example of a race car with a Kammback body that gave it a top speed of 284 mph and a powerful 4.7-liter V8 that can be called one of the most awesome engines ever. Combined with a curb weight of 2,300 pounds, the Daytona Coupe is a rocket on wheels that every Forza player should own.
Performance characteristics
Class |
B(637) |
Transmission |
rear wheel drive |
power |
390 hp |
A turning point |
341 lb-ft |
0-60 mph |
4.0 sec |
The highest speed |
184 mph |