With Forza Horizon 5, Playground Games stays true to the robust, expansive, and diverse traits of this open-world epic, while revving up the action and detail even further. Along with the all-new lush Mexican locales and an emphasis on community-based content, Forza Horizon 5 offers some even more thrilling PR Stunts to attempt.

Among these challenges is the return of the tough-but-exhilarating Drift Zones. These task players with skidding and coasting through specific zones of typically winding roads, sharp turns, and rough terrain. Between the ample Skill Points rewarded by drifting and the various new Drift Zones, these stunts are as prominent as ever here.

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Thus, it's a good idea to find the right cars to handle effective, stylish, and prolonged drifting—and there are plenty of great ones to choose from.

Updated on August 4, 2022, by Stephen LaGioia: Playground Games' open-world driving epic can be considered a fluid, ever-changing virtual world almost more than a racing game. Not that it needed them, but the studio has continued to crank out various updates—bringing gameplay tweaks, new features, rotating events, and of course, awesome new cars.

Then, of course, there is the nostalgic and colorful Hot Wheels DLC, based on the collectible racecar model cars, which was released July 19th. With so many great cars, 20 Drift Zones—and the advent of a Drift Club story mode—it seemed like a good time to revisit and juice up this list with more great cars for drifting in Forza Horizon 5.

15 Mosler MT900 GT3

Forza Horizon 5  Mosler MT900 GT3 zipping down Hot Wheels track

One of many great variants of the high-performance sports car, this US-made Mosler can excel beyond those thrilling winding racetracks. Like many of its ilk, this Mosler can zip across the Mexican locales with speed and precision, boasting excellent handling as well as braking, making it pretty easy to pull off stylish, controlled drifts.

This swift beast can gather quite a bit of speed and momentum, allowing players to drift for fairly long stretches of terrain. The rear wing gives an aerodynamic, smooth ride and keeps this speed demon even keeled.

14 Dodge Coronet Super Bee

Forza Horizon 5  Dodge Coronet Super Bee back view driving on prairie road

This retro car may not be the sleekest or fastest ride in town, but it can be a solid drifting machine, especially if upgraded and properly tuned. The 1970 Dodge is a muscle car that can skid and drift with efficiency, with its loose mechanics and heavy build.

Players won't really want to opt for this when it comes to precision or speed, but the Super Bee can be quite effective in raking in Skill Points and clearing Drift Zones. Making its FH debut (excluding Forza Motorsport), this classic car is pretty rare, showing up only as a Festival Playlist or Forzathon Shop listing.

13 Lexus SC300

Forza Horizon 5 Lexus SC300 skidding kicking up dust with truck behind

This smooth, ergonomic ride won't blow back the hair of its drivers—but it's a good budget car for those looking to pull off solid drifts on the cheap. Costing just 25,000 CR at the Autoshow, this car can help players pull off stylish stunts in the early goings of FH5.

And when upgraded, the Lexus SC300 also proves itself a worthy offroader, as it handles well and remains fairly steady on rough terrain. As its official description mentions, this car has "become a popular choice for drifters, drag racers, and import tuners."

12 Ford Mustang (Hot Wheels)

Forza Horizon 5  Hot Wheels Mustang skidding losing control kicking up dust

The iconic Ford Mustang skids its way onto the FH5 scene in emphatic fashion, with this pre-tuned variant of the '05 Ford Mustang GT. The car is versatile and light while being a powerhouse, boasting a 5.8L supercharged V8 with 504 horsepower. The Hot Wheels variant has a design that draws partly from a Japanese-style race car, fusing the best of east and west manufacturing.

This Mustang boasts great speed capabilities and rock-solid handling, making it a great option for drifting and coasting through winding roads. As its official description says, this car is "ready for drifting duty." Players can score this one via Wheelspin or Super Wheelspin prizes, but it, unfortunately, can't be bought from the Autoshow.

11 Nissan Skyline GT-R R33

Forza Horizon 5 Nissan Skyline GT-R33 skidding kicking up dust

Also known as the similarly convoluted 'GT-R V-Spec', this 1997 Japanese car thrives on reliability and performance—but also handling and speed. It has an active rear limited slip differential that allows it to transfer torque from side to side. This essentially produces sharper, more solid traction control.

So players can utilize slippery, rough conditions to take on drifts in a more controlled fashion. The car also hits the ground running at 0 to 60 in under five seconds, which is useful as players can resituate and get going after harsher drifts that slow them down. High top speeds of 171 mph enable drivers to set themselves up for prolonged drifts while maintaining control in the process. Get it at the Autoshow for 37,000 CR, or hold out for a possible Wheelspin or Super Wheelspin prize.

10 Mazda RX-7

Forza Horizon 5 Mazda RX-7 doing donuts in desert

There's no shortage of great drifting cars in Forza Horizon 5, to be sure. Pound-for-pound, though, there are few greater budget options than this Japanese car from '97, which can be bought from the Autoshow for just 35,000 CR. As one might expect, this simpler vehicle won't win too many races or blow the hair back of its drivers, but it has it where it counts.

With decent speed and acceleration, and a rotary engine suitable for drifting, this Mazda can help players rake in those Drifting Skill Points and clear Drift Zones quite effectively.

9 Formula Drift #777 Nissan #777 240SX

Forza Horizon 5 Nissan #777 240SX driving down middle of mountainous road

Along with Nissan's S-Platform vehicles, the 240SX is tailor-made for great drifting, with its more-than-capable speed and above-average handling.

The car sports a smooth, even-keeled ride that can handle the various twists and turns strewn about the Mexican locales. This Nissan proves well-balanced and solid, which, coupled with good custom tuning, can really excel with clean, flashy drifts. The vehicle is fairly cheap too given its solid performance, coming in at just 300,000 CR at the Autoshow.

8 DeBerti Toyota Tacoma TRD

Forza Horizon 5 DeBerti Toyota Tacoma TRD smoky drift head on

Fittingly tagged as "The Performance Truck," this 2019 Toyota gets the job done when it comes to stylish driving and wild rides across the wilderness. This beast is laced with a NASCAR V8 and 900 bhp (brake horsepower), as well as a bespoke frame with custom suspension. It's also capable of handling 74 degrees of steering without breaking a sweat.

These traits enable the truck to power through some of the roughest terrain and harshest weather FH5 can dish out. With above-average statistics in both speed and braking, players can coast through those winding roads swiftly and effectively. This truck can be had from the Autoshow for 500,000 CR.

7 DeBerti Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Drift Truck

Forza Horizon 5 DeBerti Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Drift Truck turning on hilly road

DeBerti is well-represented when it comes to wild, off-road driving and drifting — which is certainly abundant in Forza Horizon 5. Along with the Tacoma, this custom pickup by Chevrolet is a particularly great option, especially with its respectable price of 300,000 CR at the Autoshow.

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While technically preceding the Tacoma, this beast actually has even more power despite also being on the heavier side. With its bulky build and above-average speed powered by a 7.0L Supercharged V8 and 1005 bhp, this truck can fly around sharp turns with purpose — and look good doing it.

6 Dodge Charger R/T

Forza Horizon 5 Dodge Charger RT parked in middle of bridge road with palm trees

This muscle car can power its way through all sorts of rugged terrain with efficiency and grace, including turn-laden roads and dirt paths. Dating back to 1969, this classic can still hold its own with many modern cars, especially when being tuned up.

While this car can bring ample Skill Points, drifting bouts are likely to be wild given its sub-par braking and handling. Still, its ability to keep an even keel, a pre-installed Drift Skills Boost, and a budget price of 103,000 CR make this fun Dukes of Hazzard callback a worthy inclusion.

5 Formula Drift #357 Chevrolet Corvette Z06

Forza Horizon 5 Formula Drift #357 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 drifting around sharp turn in desert road

As a high-performance drift car that can really burn rubber with its stellar speed stat, this 2017 Corvette proves solid and versatile. Whether facing off in an online skirmish, Street Races or piling on the Skill Points, this Chevy can get the job done.

The car boasts a 6.2L Supercharged V8 with 825 bhp, which can really rev into overdrive thanks to its Diamond Racing pistons, Spec twin-disc clutch, and a nitrous-oxide kit. This car requires the Formula Drift Pack or Car Pass packs and can be bought for 150,000 CR at the Autoshow.

4 Formula Drift #91 BMW M2

Forza Horizon 5 Formula Drift #91 BMW M2 skidding around turn on downhill town street

This FH5 debut has managed to hit the Forza scene in style. Indeed, the pre-tuned drift BMW is similarly made for fast-paced dashes and drifts through all sorts of terrain.

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Used as part of a Formula Drift racing team fittingly called "The Drift Force," this car is meant to burn rubber and leave opponents in the dust, with its 6.2L Naturally-Aspirated V8 and 822 bhp. It can be had at the Autoshow for 300,000 CR and requires the Formula Drift Pack or Car Pass pack.

3 Hoonigan Ford "Hoonicorn" Mustang

Forza Horizon 5 1965 Hoonigan ford hoonicorn mustang in water

Spanning multiple games in the Forza franchise, the Hoonigan has become a reliable go-to when it comes to chaotic, bumpy, and turn-laden bouts. While its stats have taken a hit since FH4, this Mustang is still a potent, capable car that can hit lightning speeds while maintaining good drift and decent handling.

This Hoonigan carries a powerful engine with ample torque and can hit 0 to 60 in just under two seconds, making it a force on the racetrack and off-road. Despite its AWD drivetrain, this unique car has significant wheelspin which makes it ideal for prolonged drifting — even more so when traction control is switched off.

With its lower braking efficiency and understeer, the Hoonigan won't be too ideal for the controlled drifts of Drift Zones, but it can certainly wrack up those Drifting Skill Points when off-roading. Pick this one up at the Autoshow for 500,000 CR.

2 Formula Drift #43 Dodge Viper SRT10

Forza Horizon 5 Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR at beach with palm trees

While the default Dodge Viper is respectable in terms of drifting, this pretuned variant is truly meant for these thrilling bouts. The '06 Dodge, based on the car driven by Dean Kearney of the "Bridges Racing" team, comes with an 8.3L Twin-Turbocharged V10 and 1350 bhp.

When upgraded, this car can really fly with its excellent speed stat along with respectable handling and launch. This Viper offers a solid balance of speed and drifting ability, making it good for online showdowns as well. Get it at the Autoshow for 300,000 CR.

1 Formula Drift #34 Toyota Supra MKIV

Forza Horizon 5 Toyota Supra MKIV driving off road on rocky desert plain

This customized car is just tailor-made for extended, stylish drifting across the rugged terrain of Mexico, and the Toyota Supra MKIV can be highly effective by further tuning. The 3.4L Turbocharged I6 is laced with a turbocharger churning up to 19 lb of boost, and 1035 bhp to boot.

Making its debut in FH5, this pre-tuned classic from '95 has fast become one of the definitive drifting cars, with great abilities in speed, handling, and braking. Players can score this well-crafted gem at the Autoshow for 300,000 CR.

Forza Horizon 5 is available on Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, and PC.

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