Need For Speed is one of the top racing genre video games in the world. It has been a defining force in the race gaming community for over twenty-five years, with twenty-two game releases over the length of its publication with Electronic Arts. Racing fans should begin to rev their engines as a new installment hits the scene in the form of Need For Speed Unbound.
Need For Speed Unbound brings a laundry list of new features, cars, and visual appeal to the NFS franchise allowing players not just to customize their ride but their avatar as well. But Need For Speed would be nothing without their cars, and players will want the best of the best to hit the streets and leave the pack in the dust. There is an extensive list of cars available for players to tune, customize, and put up against the competition. Here are some of the best cars in Need for Speed Unbound when it comes to street racing.
7 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution IX 2007
The Lancer Evolution line of Mitsubishi cars is legendary on the street for their acceleration and excellent handling on hairpin corners and straightaways. In addition, the Lancer Evolution IX is a highly sought-after vehicle that can make an impact on the track, both in performance and visuals with the proper setups.
In Need for Speed Unbound, the Lancer Evolution IX has a top speed of 164 MPH with an all-wheel drive. The car also has a 20% grip rating and can go from zero to sixty in 3.9 seconds.
6 Subaru Impreza WRX STI 2006
Subaru vehicles have been a common car of choice in street racing for their affordability and impressive tuning capabilities. The 06 Impreza STI features a four-cylinder engine that allows a base top speed of 140 MPH with mixed traction and a 20% drip rating.
For just $52,000, players can take this sleeping beast to the mechanic and tune it to be a speed demon on any type of track that will stay glued to the bumpers of all opponents. A new coat of paint and some wide-body kits will turn heads as the Impreza shows up and takes off.
5 Porsche 911 Carrera RSR 2.8 1973
Porsche has a long history of fast luxury cars that both perform and look the part. The 1973 Carrera has a lengthy history on and off the track as the car of choice for many experienced racers, both in rally and circuit communities
In Need for Speed Unbound, the Carerra has a base top speed of 174 MPH and a neutral handling value. In addition, the Carerra is built for road tracks, making it great for street racing in the game. Unfortunately, the 911 Carerra is a bit on the pricey side, costing $92,000 before modification.
4 NISSAN Skyline GT-R V·Spec 1999
The Nissan Skyline needs no introduction. It is one of the most used cars in the world of Need for Speed, having been made famous by the Fast and Furious movie series. The Nissan Skyline GT-R is the epitome of style, performance, and ego. It can lead a race with little effort before even reaching top gear on the street.
In Need for Speed Unbound, the Nissan Skyline GT-R has a top speed of 150 MPH with a 20% grip value. With a price of $73,000 before modification, players won't have to work too hard in order to unleash this beast's full potential.
3 NISSAN 180SX Type X 1996
The 180SX is a fan favorite among some race fans and can be recognized in the famous racing manga Initial D. On the road, the 180SX excels in gripping the road and weaving through traffic toward the finish line. The right visual mods can have onlookers scratching their heads wondering what is moving that fast and looking that good.
The Nissan 180 SX has a base top speed of 152 MPH and goes from zero to sixty in a little under six seconds. For $43,000, players won't have to break the bank to get this whip on the street and start collecting pink slips.
2 Mazda RX-7 Spirit R 2002
The Mazda RX-7 is another street legend made famous in the street racing and drifting scene in multiple countries and communities. The sleek and powerful RX-7 has a rear-wheel drive that propels this speedster miles ahead and allows superior handling when taking corners, which will make it a dominant force in all of Need for Speed Unbound's racing events.
In Need for Speed Unbound, the RX-7 has a top speed of 159 MPH and can reach zero to sixty in under five seconds. With a predominant drift style of handling with the correct tuning, the RX-7 can more than hold its own on the street, and only costs $59,000 in the game.
1 Honda S2000 Ultimate Edition 2009
Honda is another line of vehicles with strong ties to street racing. The Honda S2000 is a two-door powerhouse that can stick to the road like glue and easily power through turns. The S2000 has been featured in multiple media about racing, including Fast and the Furious and multiple racing anime and manga.
In Need for Speed Unbound, the Honda S2000 has a top speed of 150 MPH before modification and can reach zero to sixty in under six seconds. The vehicle also has a neutral handling style and is built for road traction. It has a price point of $47,500 in in-game currency.
Need For Speed Unbound is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC