With over 600 cars available in Forza Horizon 5, it can be a little overwhelming attempting to narrow down which drives best in off-road conditions. With the vast stretches of wilderness, hills, and offroad areas in the game—rough terrain is unavoidable while exploring the open world and participating in Dirt and Rally events.

Knowing the best off-road cars in Forza Horizon 5 can also help with tricky Danger Signs. These PR stunts are sometimes placed on rocky hills, or at the end of a bumpy dirt road. Getting the best speed while maintaining control is important when trying to 3-Star them.

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Updated August 1, 2022, by Stephen LaGioia: The epic open-world racer from Playground Games continues to take off with its expansive, addictive content and its lush landscapes. Not that it needed it, but the recent release of the Hot Wheels expansion has helped keep momentum churning, and gamers clutching their controllers they zip across the winding roads and rocky terrain of Mexico.

As recent as last month, Playground Games has released Series 9, which brings a slew of gameplay tweaks, co-op features, as well as various cars, and other unlockable goodies. As such, it seemed like a good idea to revisit and rev up this list of some great cars well-equipped for off-road action in Forza Horizon 5.

Best Off-Road Cars in Forza Horizon 5

Forza Horizon 5 2016 Jeep Trailcat in Photo Mode

Any vehicle can be improved while driving off-road by adding dirt tires in the tuning menu. However, to really excel while driving on rough terrain, players should buy a car in Forza Horizon 5 that handles well while reaching high speeds.

These are some of the best off-road cars to use in Forza Horizon 5:

  • 2016 Jeep Trailcat
  • 1993 Toyota #1 T100 Baja Truck
  • 1986 Hoonigan Ford RS200 Evolution
  • 2020 Ford #2069 Ford Bronco R
  • Mini X-Raid All5 Racing Countryman
  • Ford Ranger T6 Rally Raid
  • Baja Bone Shaker (Hot Wheels)
  • Sierra Cars #23 Yokohama (Hot Wheels)

How To Get The Jeep Trailcat

This heavy-duty car can be purchased from the Autoshow for 75,000 Credits or awarded by completing the "Born to Win" Accolade by winning every Cross Country event.

Jeep Trailcat Stats Rundown

Forza Horizon 5 Jeep Trailcat three quarters view in dusty desert valley

The Jeep Trailcat in particular is a fantastic all-rounder once a good S1 tune is applied, especially for casual players. It's also a decent pick to use while attempting Drift Zones in Forza Horizon 5. Its off-road stats are phenomenal, and its dynamic, bulky build allows it to handle most any terrain.

How to Get the Toyota #1 T100 Baja Truck

Forza Horizon 5 Barn Find location on map

Those searching for the Toyota T100 Baja Truck in the Autoshow or Auction House won't find anything, as the excellent off-road vehicle is only obtainable by completing a barn find in Forza Horizon 5. Unlock the Baja Expedition from the Adventure Chapter menu and complete it to reveal the T100 location southwest of the volcano, under the two large circles on the map.

Players will have to wait a while for the car to become available, or pay Credits in Forza Horizon 5 to speed the process up.

Toyota #1 T100 Baja Truck Stats Rundown

Forza Horizon 5 Toyota #1T100 Baja Truck head on driving through hilly terrain

Being specifically crafted for the SCORE International offroad racing series in North America, it's no surprise that this beast can handle off-road terrain with ease and grace. It boasts a perfect offroad statistic in Forza Horizon 5, and it will hit the ground running fairly quickly too.

How To Get The Hoonigan Ford RS200 Evolution

Undoubtedly one of the best off-road cars available in Forza Horizon 5, the Hoonigan Ford RS200 Evolution can be purchased for 500,000 Credits from the Autoshow. It starts at an S2 class, so to use it in regular events, players actually need to drop it to an S1 Class or below. This can be done manually, or by searching for a top tune created by someone else.

Hoonigan Ford RS200 Evolution Stats Rundown

Forza Horizon 5 Hoonigan Ford RS200 Evolution three quarter view near stone wall with greenery

This classic from 1986 comes equipped with a modified suspension with shock absorbers, allowing the car to keep an even keel and maintain control on the rough landscapes of Mexico. The car is also built to maneuver around corners and is notorious for its solid drifting, thanks to its short wheelbase and light weight.

There are better options for straight-up offroading—but this is a good option for all-around smooth, solid driving when braving rougher terrain.

How To Get The 2021 Ford Bronco

There are technically two versions of the 2021 Ford Bronco available, but they are essentially the exact same car. One is a Common vehicle obtained by purchasing the Welcome Pack. The other is an Epic car that costs 250,000 Credits from the Autoshow.

It's worth the money, as the 2021 Ford Bronco is among the best A-Class off-road cars in the whole game. Just be careful when searching for custom tunes. Due to the technicality regarding the two versions, a tune bought for the Welcome Pack edition won't work with the regular vehicle, and vice versa.

Ford Bronco Stats Rundown

Forza Horizon 5 Ford Bronco 2069 R Welcome Pack skidding and churning up dust on desert road

A solid blend of modern technology and retro styling, this classic car can handle itself well on sandy, hilly, or otherwise rough terrain, with its all-wheel drive layout and 10-speed transmission. Its size, efficiency, and thick tires enable it to plow through almost everything in its path.

How To Get The Mini X-Raid All4 Racing Countryman

This UK-made rally car is on the rare side, though it's well worth trying to obtain. Unlike Forza Horizon 4 which allows players to simply shell out at the Autoshow, this game will need to be stumbled upon by way of a Wheelspin or Super wheelspin prize.

If there is no luck there, players can be on the lookout for a Forzathon Shop or Festival Playlist reward, as it could turn up as a prize there.

Mini X-Raid All4 Racing Countryman Stats Rundown

Forza Horizon 5 - Mini X-Raid All4 Racing Countryman - Player offroads SUV in the desert

This car proves somewhat well-rounded and versatile compared to many offroaders in the game. The Mini X-Raid has solid enough acceleration as well as steering, allowing players to maintain control on those rugged offroad paths.

Meanwhile, the high-riding suspension keeps things even-keeled and manageable on rough terrain. Its launch is also stellar, allowing players to get right back into the action if they happen to lose control or bash into an object.

How To Get The Ford Ranger T6 Rally Raid

This US-crafted 2014 Ford can perform impressively at a relatively modest price, costing 250,000 Credits at the Autoshow, or may show up as a Wheelspin or super Wheelspin prize.

Ford Ranger T6 Rally Raid Stats Rundown

Ford Ranger T6 Rally Raid Forza Horizon 5 corner view on lake

The suspension and durability of this Ford Ranger are tailor-made for offroad chaos, even when zipping past the 100mph mark. And if players do lose control, this beast can get roaring again fairly quickly, with respectable acceleration and great launch stats.

How To Get The Baja Bone Shaker (Hot Wheels)

In addition to offering a fun, exhilarating new way to enjoy Forza Horizon 5, the Hot Wheels DLC also brings some cool new racecars to the fold. One such car—also appearing in Rocket League—is the Baja Bone Shaker. Obtaining it is luckily pretty quick and simple.

Players will get this car first upon delving into the Hot Wheels campaign. Assuming at least 15 minutes of the initial FH5 campaign is completed, players can start the Hot Wheels Expedition. After completion, the car will become available.

Baja Bone Shaker (Hot Wheels) Stats Rundown

Forza Horizon 5 Hot Wheels Baja Bone Shaker

While some may be deterred by the car's spotty build and handling, the Bone Shaker is actually terrific when it comes to offroading, boasting perfect stats in that area. It also excels in speed, acceleration, and launch, ensuring players will be able to keep the pace swift when flying across rough terrain.

How To Get The Sierra Cars #23 Yokohama Alpha (Hot Wheels)

To get this coveted racecar, players will need to complete the Elite rank mission Hot Wheels Legend, and emerge victorious in the Hot Wheels Goliath event.

Sierra Cars #23 Yokohama Alpha (Hot Wheels) Stats Rundown

Sierra Cars #23 Yokohama Alpha (Hot Wheels) Forza Horizon 5 zipping down loop on track

This extremely light, aerodynamic build of this car allows it to fly around both tracks and offroad terrain, making it great for racking up skill points and getting around swiftly.

If players need extra money to purchase any of the best off-road cars, using Skill Points in Car Mastery to purchase Super Wheelspins in Forza Horizon 5 is a good way to make Credits quickly.

Forza Horizon 5 is out now for PC, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S.

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