The open-world racing epic known as Forza Horizon 4 is often touted for its seamless, robust online options. While it offers more typical competitive showdowns and even an added Battle Royale romp, one often-overlooked event is Forzathon Live.

These hourly events call upon players to assemble at a designated location and band together for several minutes to knock out challenges. Drivers are tasked with collectively reaching score thresholds by way of challenges — such as zipping through Speed Zones and leaping off ramps. These can be enjoyable and somewhat simple, though circumstances can often make them deceptively tough.

Tricky terrain, poor vehicles, and a general lack of contributors can turn this thrilling collaboration into a grueling affair. Luckily, there are a number of cars that are well-equipped to deal with the frantic, unpredictable nature of Forzathon Live. And although players are able to swap out cars during these events, this can burn precious seconds; which isn't ideal in a timed event like this.

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Thus, picking a solid, well-rounded car is usually a good idea. Here are some of the best options that fit the bill.

10 Bugatti Chiron

Forza Horizon 4 Bugatti Chiron driving on snowy road

This 2018 French hypercar is touted as representing the "absolute peak of performance of the internal-combustion engine." It can reach blistering top speeds of 261 mph and can swiftly launch from 100-200 mph.

But while the Bugatti is lightning-quick, it also handles surprisingly well, and comes with a solid braking statistic of 8.7 to boot. This range of abilities makes it a great choice in the shifting conditions of Forzathon Live. Players will have to save a pretty penny to land one if it's not earned as a Festival Playlist reward, as it costs a whopping 2,400,000 CR. Still, it's well worth the investment for fans of this online romp.

9 Bentley Bentega

Forza Horizon 4 Bentley Bentega turning and offroading

Since Forzathon Live events usually demand some offroading, it may be a wise choice to opt for a great SUV, and this '16 luxury car is among the top tier in this category.

Not only can this thing handle rough, slick terrain quite well, but it's no slouch when it comes to swiftness either, with a respectable 7.5 speed statistic, 7.6 acceleration, and a superb 9.4 launch. With these kinds of stats, players will be able to get a lot done and adjust nicely to the various events. It can be a worthy investment at just 180,000 CR; a small price to pay for the ample Forzathon points that will likely come from driving it.

8 Chevrolet C8 Corvette Stingray

Forza Horizon 4 red Chevrolet C8 Corvette Stingray up close

This top-of-the-line 2020 sports car is equipped with a naturally-aspirated pushrod V8 engine and eight-speed transmission, making it a powerhouse that's both swift and easy to handle. Its 9.2 launch statistic makes it a great choice for covering ample ground quickly; a feat which Forzathon Live often demands.

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Having rear-wheel drive and a distinct weight distribution favoring the rear, the Stingray also thrives when it comes to drifting — handy for those frequent Drift Zones. Meanwhile, its solid braking and firm suspension keep it on a pretty even keel and allow players to maintain control in the often-hectic Forzathon Live scrambles.

7 Mosler MT900s

Forza Horizon 4 Mosler mt900s speeding across straightaway

Being a top-tier car in general, this RWD supercar is naturally a sound option when looking to excel in Forzathon Live. Its great statistics across the board ensure that there's virtually no event or locale it can't tackle with relative efficiency.

The MT900S can propel from 0 to 60 mph in just a few seconds, reaching a top speed at over 210 mph. A fully upgraded model in fact makes it the second fastest car in the game.

But these lightning speeds don't come at the expense of handling, which is pretty solid thanks to its light mid-engine chassis and stabilizing rear wing.

6 Bone Shaker

Forza Horizon 3 Bone Shaker flying off bump off road

Fans of the Hot Wheels toy cars may recognize this pretty unorthodox choice — but while this rare vehicle may not be the "jack of all trades" like some, it does excel in a few key areas.

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For one, a respectable launch statistic of 8.5 will allow it to hit the ground running and be productive in the fast-paced Forzathon Live. But moreoever, with its unique build, this concept car also really thrives when it comes to drifting and hangtime. This is quite useful, as many events revolve around drifting as well as launching off ramps for Air Skills.

5 Hoonigan Gymkhana 10 Ford Focus RS RX

Hoonigan Gymkhana 9 Ford Focus RS RX in Forza Horizon 4

With its top-notch braking performance and explosive acceleration and launch, this race car is a safe bet when it comes to productivity in Forzathon Live.

It won't exactly shatter records when it comes to speed, but the short-bursts and sharp turns that often comprise Forzathon Live make a great fit for the versatile '16 Hoonigan.

4 Alpha Romero 4C

Forza Horizon 4 red Alpha Romero 4C head on

This sleek sports car may not be top of the line, but considering its entry-level price of 74,000 CR, it can get quite a bit done when partaking in Forzathon Live. The mid-engined, light-weight RWD car offers a smooth, stable drive, which is optimal for navigating those tight Drift Zones and offroad paths.

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And while it's not exactly a speedster, its excellent launch statistic of 8.8 offsets some of this, and makes it pretty reliable for Speed Zones and Speed Traps.

3 Koenigsegg Agera RS

Forza Horizon 4 Koenigsegg Agera RS driving on ivy road in winter

While its name may to something of a tongue-twister, this Swedish hypercar offers a stable ride that's far from rough or twisted. This is due to its light RWD build, as well as its superb handling and braking. Thus, it can handle itself just fine even when veering into more rocky or slick terrain.

However, speed is where the Agera RS really flourishes, as it can blast out of the gate and hit a whopping 280 mph, making it the fastest stock production car in the Forza series. In the Speed Trap-heavy Forzathon Live, this makes the Agera an ideal choice, as it can be a major contributor to the event.

2 Hoonigan Ford RS200 Evolution

Hoonigan RS200 in Forza Horizon 4

It isn't much to look at, but versatility is where it counts when it comes to Forzathon Live — and this '85 Ford nails it on this front. The suspension is given coilover shock absorbers on both ends, making it a smooth, reliable vehicle in various conditions.

Its maneuverability around corners and great drifting ability make it ideal in handling the curveballs Forzathon Live can throw at players. At the same time, it picks up speed pretty quickly, making it a good choice for Speed Traps and the general stop-and-go nature of Forzathon Live.

1 Renault 5 Turbo FE

Forza Horizon 4 Renault 5 Turbo FE off roading

Despite its somewhat bland exterior, there's nothing tame about the Forza Edition of this 1980 hot hatch from France. This little-car-that-could is laced with excellent stats pretty much across the board, and even its more average speed is suitable enough. Versatility and utility are really the name here, and the Renault has both of these traits in spades.

The juiced-up FE variant of the Renault can't be had from the Autoshow, but can be rewarded from a Wheelspin or Super Wheelspin. It also has a chance to crop up as a Forzathon Shop item or Festival Playlist reward.

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