One of the biggest thrills in racers is flying 200 mph down the vast, lush landscapes of England in Playground Games' Forza Horizon 4. Building on the solid foundations of the first three open-world racing romps, this sequel for Xbox One revs up the scope, speed, and intricacy to insane levels.
Not only is this one of the largest, most open-ended games ever — particularly in the racing genre — it also comes with an impressive array of sleek cars. In fact, there are over 450 licensed cars that run the gamut in style and traits. With such a massive game that's seemingly endless, and a vast list of vehicles with detailed customizations, it can be tough to pinpoint which are the speediest of the bunch.
Updated July 31st, 2021 by Stephen LaGioia: Much of the thrill in Forza Horizon 4 lies in being able to fly across the vast locales of Britain in a range of stout and sleek vehicles. The sprawling open-worlds and silky-smooth frame rates make this feat all the more enjoyable.
Since its release in 2018, Playground Games has churned out some additional cars, some of which can hang with the best of them when it comes to sheer speed. With this continued momentum and steady flow of additional content, it seemed like a good idea to spruce up and rev up this list with more of the fastest Forza Horizon 4 cars that will absolutely blow players' hair back.
15 Jaguar D Type
Don't be fooled by the retro appearance of this Jaguar classic from 1956; this car can really move under the right circumstances. Players will want to hang on tight when buzzing across Britain in this thing. The seatbelt-less vehicle can easily reach a solid 170 mph, largely thanks to its 3.4 Naturally-Aspirated I6 engine and its aerodynamic design.
This antique will cost a pretty penny, as players will have to shell out a sky-high 10,000,000 CR at the Autoshow. Still, those wealthier players will likely find this a worthy investment. It's a neat collector's item that also performs pretty impressively.
14 Porche 911 GT3 RS PO
With a potent 493 brake horsepower (bhp) and a 4.0L Naturally-Aspirated F6, this supercar impresses in both performance and speed. When upgrading to an S2 998 performance index, this beast offers near-perfect statistics across the board, particularly in its lightning-quick launch of 9.9 and awesome acceleration.
This lightweight car can fly from 0 to 60 mph in just three seconds, and hits a top speed of over 200 mph. It can be secured by reaching Tier 20 in Horizon Life: The Eliminator, and it's definitely worth engaging in this fight to win one.
13 McLaren P1
This prototypical UK car is a perfect fit for this game, and not merely because of its country of origin. Its solid handling allows it to take on those abundant winding roads and slippery Winter Season a bit more smoothly.
This gorgeous car has a Twin-Turbocharged Hybrid V8 engine, allowing it to launch with great speed and coast smoothly to up to a top speed of at least 250 mph. This one is definitely worth shelling out the 1,350,000 credits for, as it's one of the (relatively) cheaper cars mentioned.
12 Hoonigan Ford "Hoonicorn" Mustang
Sure, it may have an odd name, and perhaps isn't quite the looker some of the sleeker cars on this list are. Yet, this US-brand custom drift car, the Hoonigan Ford Mustang, manages to do a lot with a little.
Originally an add-on car in Forza Horizon 3 and Motorsport 7, this underrated vehicle is actually pretty solid and speedy, considering its manageable price of just 500,000 credits. It's really one of the best "bang for your buck" cars in the game — at least for those who are all about speed first-and-foremost. This thing can quickly top out at 255 mph. It's also one of the fastest accelerating cars to boot, going from 0 to 100 in just 3.15 seconds.
11 Ferrari LaFerrari
Who doesn't love a slick Ferrari? This Italian luxury car wasn't just the automobile of choice for Ferris Bueller and his friends, it's also one of the best cars that can be had in Forza Horizon 4. If players can get past the relatively meager acceleration, just about every other aspect of this 2013 Ferrari is superb.
With picture-perfect braking, players won't have to worry about losing control when flying down the hilly plains of Britain or sliding across the snow. Even with its exaggerated top speed of 257 mph, it handles well. This classic can be scored at the Autoshow for 1,500,000 CR.
10 Rimac C_Two
This Rimac C_Two was unlockable by completing 50% of the season during the Series 15 update, which allowed players to earn this car upon knocking out The Trial event. It was also obtainable during the Series 10 Spring Season.
The handling can be a bit touchy when flooring this thing (which is quite easy to do); however, its fantastic acceleration and launch tend to make up for some of this. The Rimac is capable of topping out at just over 258 mph, making it a solid successor to the debut Rimac Concept_One. This is an exclusive vehicle and can't be had at the Autoshow, but can be scored in the Forzathon Shop or as a Festival Playlist reward.
9 Koenigsegg Agera
This Swedish-made 2011 hypercar burst onto the scene as part of the Ship Bonus Car Pack in Forza Motorsport 4 and has made appearances in each subsequent Forza title since. What's even better is the questionable handling of this thing has been tightened up quite a bit since its 2011 debut, going from a meager 6.3 to a more admirable 8.5 with the S2 920 performance index.
Players still have to deal with some moderate acceleration—but find a lengthy highway or straightaway, and they can get this thing flying at a whopping 262 mph.
8 Bugatti Veyron Super Sport
Players will be saying "adieux" to opponents quite a bit during races when driving this French-made hypercar by Bugatti. This monster comes with an 8.0L Quad-Turbocharged W16 engine complete with large turbochargers and intercoolers, as well as an active rear wing to help maintain high-speed stability. Its acceleration is wild, shooting from 0 to 60 in just 2.4 seconds. This makes it an optimal choice for drag races.
Players may want to avoid driving this on tracks rife with sharp turns and winding roads. However, one can certainly dominate with highway driving and longer, straighter paths, as it hits a crazy top speed of 267 mph. Get this gem at the Autoshow for 2,200,000 CR.
7 Bugatti Chiron
Taking its spot as another Legendary-grade Bugatti hypercar, this Forza Motorsport 4 debut car has been made even more solid with the Horizon games, as its handling and braking have been refined. Its speed has dipped by a hair, but it still can reach super impressive highs of 267 mph. It has excellent straight-line performance as well as acceleration.
Like its Super Sport counterpart, this car is thus a similarly great choice for those more straightforward scrambles and Drag Races. Assuming steering isn't a huge factor, this French-made car is top-notch. This fan-favorite can be obtained at the Autoshow for 2,400,000 CR.
6 Hennessey Venom GT
Lookout Ford—this Hennessey hypercar absolutely smokes its American competition with its insane top speed of 270 mph and its admirable launch to boot. Just like the two Bugatti models, however, it's a good idea to mainly stick to straightaways with this one, as its handling and braking are not quite up to snuff.
Still, for those looking for a relatively cheap and speedy car, this sleek Venom GT is the way to go. It can be bought at the Autoshow for just 1,200,000 CR which is a decent deal considering this is one of the fastest cars in the game.
5 Koenigsegg One:1
This superpowered car is relatively new on the Forza scene, making its first Horizon appearance in the 3rd game in the franchise. As is the case with that title, this is one of the fastest cars in the franchise—though its shaky handling in FH3 has essentially been swapped out for shoddier acceleration this time around.
Still, it's tough to say no to a car that can brake and handle as solidly as this thing can, while still revving up to a top speed of 268 mph. Just be sure not to bash into too many cars or obstructions while taking off. As one might expect, the car isn't cheap, requiring 2,850,000 CR at the Autoshow.
4 Koenigsegg Agera RS
Those not too fond of DLC won't be thrilled to discover that Forza's fastest car must be purchased as part of an add-on pack (or as an inclusion with the Deluxe or Ultimate Edition), called the Car Pass. Still, those who deem it a worthy investment will definitely have some fun in this monster of a vehicle.
The best part is, one doesn't have to fret about losing control when flying across roads at 280 mph as it also comes with some terrific handling and braking. It's definitely a good idea to bust out this awesome ride during Speed Trap PR Stunts, thrilling street races, and when flying off ramps.
3 Shelby Monaco King Cobra
Touted by the official description as having a "screaming 289 V8 and pushing out 400 hp," this 1963 classic can certainly compete with the flashier supercars of the modern era.
Bolstered by some top-notch launch and acceleration, this little car can hit the ground running. It has reportedly hit up to 285 mph with various upgrades and tuning. This fun collectible can be nabbed at the Autoshow for 550,000 CR.
2 Mosler MT900S
It's hard to beat a high-performance, solid-handling supercar that can also push almost 300 mph with the proper tuning. Equipped with a 7.0L supercharged V8 and 530 bhp, this speed-demon has it where it counts.
The car also has perfect braking, enabling players to relatively smoothly come to a halt without utterly wiping out. Unsurprisingly, this is a "Hard-to-Find" vehicle that can't be had at the Autoshow. Rather, players can find it as a Forzathon Shop listed item or Festival Playlist reward.
1 Ferrari 599XX EVO
This 2012 Italian supercar can absolutely burn rubber with its 740 bhp and a 6.0L naturally-aspirated V12 engine. It can reach a warp speed of 240 mph and is one of the fastest SR cars inf FH4. It can zip down roads at lightning speed, and handles quite well in the process.
Players have reportedly customized and maxed out this beast to hit a warp speed of 320 mph. This custom tuning makes it the fastest car in the game overall. The car is so exclusive that it can't be bought in the Autoshow, though it can appear as a listed item inf the Forzathon Shop and as a Festival Playlist reward.