Modern racing games are pushing the boundaries of sports and entertainment. Forza Horizon 5 is one such game that gives people access to hundreds of classic cars and super-fast vehicles to cruise the streets. Gear heads can play the exciting racing game for a full-throttle experience.
The open-world environment of Forza Horizon 5 challenges the most seasoned drivers with dirt tracks and difficult terrains. Dirt racing requires cars with terrific handling and road grip to maintain momentum. Rivals in rally cars won’t think twice before leaving players in the dust while racing across Mexico. Take a look at the best cars for dirt racing in Forza Horizon 5.
10 Alumi Craft Class 10 Race Car
The Alumi Craft Class 10 is a premier off-roading vehicle. It has entered and won countless races including the prestigious Lucas Oil Challenge Cup and Crandon World Championship. The Alumi Craft Class 10 has an excellent suspension in the front and rear end. It has a 2.4-liter naturally-aspirated I4 engine that can deliver up to 196 hp. The vehicle can reach a top speed of 100 mph in the roughest of terrains.
The race car can be purchased at the Autoshow for 300,000 CR. It can also be won as a Wheelspin or Super Wheelspin prize. The Alumi Craft Class 10 has an amazing off-roading capability and an impressive braking system that can be applied across Mexican deserts.
9 Hennessey VelociRaptor
The Hennessey VelociRaptor is a heavy-duty off-roading truck. The luxury SUV has a 3.5-liter twin-turbocharged engine that can generate up to 600 hp and can reach a top speed of 175 mph. It has 2 wheels in the front and 4 wheels in the back that provide a firm road grip in extreme conditions. The vehicle weighs 6,697 lbs.
The SUV can be purchased at the Autoshow for 350,000 CR. It has improved acceleration and can drive past opponents quite easily on dirty roads. However, the Hennessey VelociRaptor has a low rating on braking and handling, making it hard to take turns on the map.
8 Penhall The Cholla
Penhall the Cholla is an ATV that was unveiled at the Baja 1000 in 2011. It has a 20-inch wheel in the front and back that enable the vehicle to travel through treacherous terrains with the least effort. It is used by people in the Outback to cover large distances in inhospitable climates. The ATV has a 2.3-liter naturally-aspirated I4 engine that can output up to 196 hp. The rear-engine vehicle weighs 2,223 lbs.
Penhall the Cholla can be purchased at the Autoshow for 100,000 CR. The car has an acceleration rating of 5.7 and can complete laps faster than most other ATVs in Forza Horizon 5.
7 Toyota T100
The Toyota T100 is a full-size truck that was assembled in Japan. It was designed for the SCORE international offroad racing series. More than 40,000 units of the vehicle were sold in the US. It has a 3.4-liter naturally-aspirated engine that can generate up to 360 hp at 4,800 rpm. It weighs 4,000 lbs and can reach a top speed of 100 mph.
The truck can be unlocked as a Barn Find in the southwest direction of Mexico. The closest landmark to the Barn Find is the De Otro Mundo.
6 Ford Bronco
The Ford Bronco is an SUV that was manufactured in Michigan. The mid-size SUV is designed for off-roading and has a 2.7-liter twin-turbocharged engine that can generate up to 310 hp. The gearbox has a 10-speed automatic transmission and can reach a top speed of up to 130 mph. It weighs 4,810 lbs.
The SUV can be purchased at the Autoshow for 55,000 CR. It has an off-road rating of 8.4, giving it plenty of advantage against supercars while racing in the dense jungles of Mexico.
5 Hummer H1 Alpha
Manufactured by AM General, the Hummer H1 Alpha is a utility vehicle assembled in the US. The four-wheel-drive vehicle was designed for military purposes and later released to the public as an off-roader due to high demand. It has a 6.6-liter turbocharged engine that can output up to 300 hp at 3000 rpm. A total of 729 units of the vehicle were made. It weighs 8,114 lbs and can reach a top speed of 102 mph.
The utility vehicle can be purchased at the Autoshow for 112,000 CR. It has an off-road rating of 8.6 and a speed rating of 4.2, making the Hummer H1 Alpha a sturdy vehicle for racing on harsh terrains.
4 Mini X-Raid All4 Racing Countryman
The Mini X-Raid All4 Racing Countryman is an SUV manufactured by BMW. It was designed to enter rally raids and win the Dakar Rally, an off-road race known for its grueling paths. The SUV won the Dakar Rally in 2012 and 2013. It has a 3-liter twin-turbocharged I6 engine that can deliver up to 307 hp at 3,250 rpm. It weighs 4,299 lbs and can reach a top speed of 111 mph.
The SUV can be won as a Wheelspin or Super Wheelspin prize. With an off-road rating of 8.1 and a launch rating of 8.4, the Mini X-Raid All4 Racing Countryman can give players stiff competition on unchartered territories.
3 Mercedes-Benz G 65 AMG
Known for its reputation as the best SUV ever made by AMG, the Mercedes-Benz G 65 is an off-roading vehicle on a class of its own. It has a 6 liter twin-turbocharged V12 engine that can generate up to 603 hp at 5,600 rpm. The front-engine vehicle has a seven-speed transmission gearbox that can reach a top speed of 166 mph. It is one of the heaviest cars in Forza Horizon 5 and weighs 5,688 lbs.
The Mercedes-Benz G 65 AMG can be purchased at the Autoshow for 350,000 CR. It can also be collected as a reward for completing the Sweet Victory Accolade. Despite its weight, the SUV has outstanding acceleration, capable of defeating most SUVs in the game on a straight road.
2 Peugeot 207 Super 2000
The Peugeot 207 Super 2000 is a supercar that was assembled in France. It successfully entered and won the Intercontinental Rally Challenge in 2007, 2008, and 2009. The supercar has a 2-liter naturally-aspirated I4 engine that can deliver up to 280 hp at 8,500 rpm. It has a six-speed transmission gearbox and weighs 2,425 lbs.
The supercar can be purchased at the Autoshow for 150,000 CR. It can also be collected as a reward for completing the Tour for the Eyes Accolade. The Peugeot 207 Super 2000 has an off-road rating of 8 and a handling of 6.2, making it suitable for dirt racing.
1 Ariel Nomad
The Ariel Nomad is an off-roading vehicle manufactured in the United Kingdom. It was designed to turn unexplored paths into a personal playground. The ATV has a 2.4-liter naturally-aspirated I4 engine with an output of up to 236 hp at 7,200 rpm. It has a six-speed transmission gearbox and can reach a top speed of 125 mph. The vehicle weighs 1,477 lbs.
The vehicle can be purchased at the Autoshow for 93,000 CR. It can also be won as a Wheelspin or Super Wheelspin prize. With an off-road rating of 8.1 and acceleration of 6.5, the Ariel Nomad can drive through grasslands and gravel tracks effortlessly.
Forza Horizon 5 can be played on Xbox X|S, Xbox One, and PC.