The 50 Most Expensive Cars in the World
Buying the absolute best often comes at a cost and a high one at that. This is especially true when it comes to the world of automobiles. Sure, there are sub-$100,000 priced vehicles that may surprise you (and crack our Car of the Year list, like the Alfa Romeo Giulia QV), but if you want something truly special, like a hypercar, luxury saloon, or super SUV, prepare to spend big. These cars combine unforgettable design work (both inside and out) with boundary-pushing performance, neither of which ever comes cheap. They also cost a staggering amount to develop and build, because of which they can easily end up costing more than a house—or three, in the case of a handful of cars currently on the market.
Here are the 50 most expensive cars currently being built by the likes of Ferrari, Koenigsegg, McLaren, Bugatti, and Rolls-Royce, among others. Sure, you’ll need to splash out to get one, but chances are you won’t mind once you get behind the wheel.
50. Ferrari Purosangue —$400,000
It was bound to happen eventually. Ferrari finally gave in and decided to build its first SUV. They didn’t fully give in, though. The Purosangue is a Prancing Horse through and through, with more in common with the brand’s sports cars than its other super SUV peers. This is due in no small part to its ultra-sleek design that outshines anything else in its class, even the Lamborghini Urus, and the naturally aspirated V-12 under its hood. The mill produces 725 hp and 528 ft lbs of torque, which is routed to all four wheels via a dual-clutch transaxle transmission. With a curb weight of 4,806 pounds, it’s a heavyweight, but it can still sprint from zero to 62 mph in 3.3 seconds and hit a top speed of 190 mph.
49. Aston Martin DBS 770 Ultimate — $400,000 to $415,960
No one will forget the final series-production Aston Martin to feature a V-12. The DBS 770 Ultimate—which will also the final version of this iteration of the model—is so much more than just a grand tourer. The commanding coupé is easily the most attractive member of the marque’s current production lineup and has a sporty interior to match. The big selling point here, though, is the 12 cylinders under the hood. The mill is mated to an eight-speed ZF automatic transmission and can generate up to 759 hp (or 770 ps, if you were wondering where the name comes from) and 664 ft lbs of torque. All that grunt allows the car to sprint from zero to 60 mph in a hair over three seconds and to hit a top speed of 211 mph.
48. Rolls-Royce Cullinan Black Badge — $425,000
Leave it to Rolls-Royce to take the SUV to luxurious new heights. The Cullinan—named after the largest gem-quality diamond ever found—fits into British marque’s lineup better than you’d expect. That’s because the brand’s priorities, including luxury and comfort, both carry over to the SUV class quite well. The model, which was introduced in 2018, is a bigger and more commanding Phantom with a roof that extends all the way to the rear of the vehicle. The cabin features all the amenities you’d expect from one of the brand’s cars only with more space. The top-of-the-line, blacked-out Black Badge variant also comes with a twin-turbocharged V-12 that pumps out 591 hp and 664 ft lbs of torque.
47. Ferrari 812 GTS — $429,815
Look, all Ferraris are special. But if you care about convertibles, it’s hard to beat the 812 GTS. The open-top take on the 812 Superfast is the storied automaker’s first V-12 spider with a front-engine configuration in a half-century (and was our Car of the Year runner-up in 2022). The sleek speed machine’s 6.5-liter mill generates 789 horses and 530 ft lbs of torque, so you can hit 60 mph in just less than three seconds and reach 211 mph. Those are incredible numbers for any car, let alone one without a top. The convertible does cost $50,000 more than its phased-out hard-top counterpart, but we can’t imagine brand loyalists will mind the premium.
46. Rolls-Royce Spectre — $440,000
Even Rolls-Royce is going electric. The British automaker unveiled its first EV, the Spectre, last fall. The thought of the brand putting out a car not powered by one of its trademark V-12s may seem sacrilegious to some, but the model has what it takes to win over the doubters. The super coupé is beautiful inside and out, and thanks to the lack of engine noises just might deliver an even more serene ride than its predecessors. It will still deliver visceral thrills, though. Its dual-motor powertrain that produces 576 horses, allowing the EV to scoot from zero to 60 in 4.4 seconds. Not bad for a first try, right?
45. Rolls-Royce Ghost Black Badge — $443,000
Rolls-Royce has boasted that it makes the best car in the world since the Silver Ghost rolled off the line in 1906. So, any vehicle named after this must be special, and the Ghost, which was introduced in 2009, certainly is. The full-size saloon is basically the platonic ideal of a Rolls—as much a joy to drive as it is to be driven in. This is especially true of the high-performance Black Badge variant. This blacked-out version of the four-door is powered by a specially tuned 6.6-liter V-12 that pumps out 591 hp and and 664 ft lbs of torque, increases of 28 hp and 37 ft lbs of torque over the standard version. Thanks to the extra power, the car can shoot from zero to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds. Who knew a gas-powered Rolls could be so quick?
44. Rolls-Royce Phantom — $458,000
The eight-generation Phantom is likely what pops into your head when you think of a Rolls-Royce. That’s partly because the British marque has been using the name across a variety of models for nearly 100 years now, but also because the full-size saloon is about as grand as cars get these days. The current Phantom, which made its debut last year, is an elegant four-door with a powerful twin-turbocharged V-12 beneath its hood that produces 563 hp and 664 ft lbs of torque. Of course, if you prefer to be driven, the car is just as satisfying thanks to an ultra-quiet and elegant interior decorated to your exact specification.
43. Ferrari SF90 Stradale — $524,815 to $575,445
Purists hate when a beloved automaker tries to shake things up. This is doubly true when the marque in question is Ferrari. Still, we find it hard to imagine there’s anyone that’s still skeptical of the SF90 Stradale. The brand’s first plug-in hybrid and all-wheel-drive sports car looks like it’ll be one of the defining cars of its era. That’s because the vehicle pairs a brash and angular design with next-level performance. In fact, the SF90 Stradale launched as the most powerful Ferrari of all time, with a combined 986 hp (769 of which comes from its twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8). And if you enjoy feeling the wind blow through your hair, just know that the convertible delivers the same jaw-dropping performance.
42. Aston Martin Vantage GT3 — $726,000
The next-generation Aston Martin Vantage may not be expensive enough to make this list—the slick coupé starts around $200,000—but its customer race car equivalent costs more than enough. The track-focused vehicle has been heavily modified for endurance racing and features a roll cage, updated suspension, and an all-new aero package that includes a giant rear wing. It’s powered by the same twin-turbocharged 4.0 V-8 as the road car, but the mill has actually been detuned so that it only produces between 500 and 600 hp, the GT3 limit. Aston Martin hasn’t said how many examples it will build but expects to have 30 on race tracks around the world by year’s end.
41. Ferrari SF90 XX Stradale — $840,000 to $930,000
We’ve reached the point in our list where prices take a noticeable jump. It’s fitting that the car ushering in this leap is the SF90 XX Stradale, which—as the name may have given away—is a more extreme version of number 38 on this list. The limited-run variant, which is also available as a more expensive roadster, has a more aerodynamic body that creates loads more downforce and a reworked electronic system. It’s also got an upgraded hybrid powertrain that pumps out 1,016 horses, allowing the car to zip from zero to 60 mph in just 2.3 seconds, which is 0.2 seconds faster than the car it’s based on.
40. Lamborghini Revuelto — $890,000
How do you follow up a car as revered as the Aventador? How about replacing it with an electrified model that can rocket from zero to 60 mph in 2.5 seconds and hit 217 mph. Meet the Revuelto, the first series-production hybrid Raging Bull (the limited-run Sián was the marque’s first hybrid). The company’s next-generation supercar has a typically brash design—with even more Y-shaped elements than usual—but what really sets it apart is a powertrain that includes a naturally aspirated 6.5-liter V-12 and not one, not two, but three electric motors. That setup is able to kick out a beastly 1,001 hp and 793 ft lbs of torque.
39. McLaren Senna — $900,000
When McLaren decided to name its third Ultimate Series model after the late Ayrton Senna, it set expectations sky-high. Luckily, the Senna has more than lived up to them in the five years since its introduction. The limited-run supercar—which has served as the basis for several high-performance variants—stands out among the company’s lineup, thanks to a commanding, but still aerodynamic, design and potent twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8. That mill is mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox and can produce 789 hp and 590 ft lbs of torque.
38. W Motors Fenyr SuperSport — $1.4 Million
The first seven-figure sports car on this list is the suitably absurd Fenyr SuperSport. UAE–based W Motors’s second model is named after the monstrous wolf from Norse mythology and sports an angular design that looks like something out of an old Playstation game. The car’s unique exterior isn’t its only aspect that will turn heads. The coupé is powered by a twin-turbocharged 3.8-liter flat-six developed by Run Automobile. The mid-rear-mounted mill, which is mated to a Porsche-sourced seven-speed dual-clutch PDK transmission, can kick out 799 horses and 723 ft lbs of twist. The company has committed to building 100 examples, making the Fenyr SuperSport less rare than its predecessor, the Lykan Hypersport, but still plenty exclusive.
37. Aston Martin Valour — $1.5 Million to $2 Million
Aston Martin knows how to build a front-engine sports car. Just look at the marque’s other entries on this list. Still, the ultra-exclusive Valour is something else. Unveiled earlier this summer as part of the automaker’s 110th-anniversary celebrations, the Valour features a sculpted look that calls to mind the striking V8 Vantage from the 1970s and ‘80s (especially its window louvers). The car doesn’t just look good, though. Under the hood you’ll find a twin-turbocharged V-12 that pumps out 715 hp and 555 ft lbs of torque. If that wasn’t enough, it also features a bespoke six-speed manual that we imagine enthusiasts are already going gaga over.
36. Czinger 21C — $1.7 Million
Americans can make supercars, too. Just look at the Czinger 21C, a curvaceous speed machine that can rocket from zero to 60 mph in under two seconds. There are a lot of supercars that have aircraft-inspired design flourishes, but the 21C has a straight up bubble cockpit with tandem seats like a fighter jet. The vehicle isn’t just a speed machine, either; it’s equipped with a hybrid-assisted V-8 that generates 1,250 hp of grunt. Thanks to this setup, the car can rocket from zero to 60 mph in 2.5 seconds on its way to a top speed of 253 mph.
35. Devel Sixteen — $1.7 Million
Supercar makers are prone to making bold claims, but no one has promised quite as much as Devel. The UAE–based marque has said its debut model, the Sixteen, will raise the bar for all other high-performance vehicles. The ultra-aerodynamic coupé looks like a future-set video game’s idea of a race car. It’s also powered by a V-16 that the automaker says can pump out an otherworldly 3,006 horses and 2,407 ft lbs of torque. The company claims its supercar is the fastest in the world, able to reach a top speed of 364 mph, but we’ve yet to see it in action. In fact, only one has rolled off the production line so far.
34. Gordon Murray Automotive T.33 — $1.7 Million
Gordon Murray designed the McLaren F1, so he knows a thing or three about supercars. Just look at his eponymous marque’s second model, the T.33, which has all the makings of a car we’ll still be talking about years from now. The slinky coupé has a more restrained design than either the F1’s or GMA’s debut, the T.50, but it’s still a sight to behold. It also may not be as potent as its predecessor, but its Cosworth-built V-12 still generates a spritely 607 horses and 332 ft lbs of torque. You can also get it with a manual gearbox, which will almost certainly make it the kind of car that purists lust over. And unlike the F1, it will be available as a spider.
33. Hispano Suiza Carmen — $1.7 Million
The battery-powered Carmen is for drivers who like their supercars as ridiculous as possible. The marque’s first model since the 1930s is an all-electric sports car with a retro-futurist design that looks unlike anything else currently on the road. The vehicle’s detractors may say that the outlandish design is a bit of a mess, but even they can’t deny that it stands out. As does a dual-motor powertrain that produces more than 1,000 horses. The Carmen also has a range of 248 miles (and can be charged to 80 percent in about a half hour) so there’s no reason for range anxiety, either.
32. Koenigsegg Gemera — $1.7 Million
The Gemera is the rare supercar that has room for the whole family. The Swedish marque’s latest model may only have two dihedral doors, but its cabin has a 2+2 seating setup, so the driver can bring three full-grown adults along for a ride. The car, or “Mega-Grand Tourer,” also has a hybrid powertrain that features twin-turbocharged three-cylinder and three electric motors. We know, a three-cylinder mill may sound a bit light, but the setup churns out a bonkers 1,700 hp (or 2,400, if you upgrade to a V-8 option). And if that wasn’t enough, the Gemera is also Koenigsegg’s first model to offer all-wheel drive.
31. McLaren Elva — $1.7 Million
The McLaren lineup may feel overly indebted to the F1 at times, but the marque isn’t afraid to try new things. Just look at the marque’s fifth Ultimate Series model, the Elva, which was inspired by the open-top race cars developed by Bruce McLaren in the 1960s. In addition to its unique look, the limited-run model shares a 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V-8—as well as a seven-speed seamless-shift gearbox— with the Senna that produces a hair-raising 804 horses. Thanks to all the power, the brand’s speedster can spring from zero to 62 mph in 2.5 seconds and reach 203 mph.
30. McLaren Senna GTR — $1.8 Million
If you’re going to name a car after Aryton Senna, it’s only natural that you release a track-only variant. The Senna GTR is more aggressive than its road-going counterpart in every way. It sports an aggressive aero package with a large rear wing, allowing it to cut through even more ease than the standard version. The car’s twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 has been tuned so that it’s more powerful, too. The mill is mated to a dual-clutch racing gearbox that allows for faster shifting and produces 814 horses. It also features a new suspension setup and rides on special Pirelli racing slicks.
29. Hennessey Venom F5 — $1.8 Million to $3 Million
Hennessey Performance wasn’t content just tuning other brand’s vehicles. In 2017, the Texas-based shop announced plans to design, develop and build a high-performance sports car of its very own. The resulting Venom F5—named after the most powerful grade of tornado—is exactly the kind of beast you’d expect from the storied tuner. It has a slick design that doesn’t feel overly indebted to Italian supercars and is powered by the twin-turbocharged 6.6-liter Fury V-8. The mill, which is connected to an automated manual gearbox, kicks out 1,817 horses and 1,193 ft lbs of twist. It’s because of this that Hennessy thinks its first original vehicle, which is available as a more expensive roadster, can become the world’s fastest production car.
28. Bentley Speed Six Continuation — $2 Million
There is no bigger outlier on this list than the Bentley Speed Six Continuation. The hand-built vehicle, which was first announced in 2022, is a meticulous recreation of the marque’s Le Mans-winning race car from 1929 and 1930 built using the same tools and manufacturing techniques utilized nearly a century ago. The 1-of-12 car hasn’t been outfitted with modern conveniences and its six-cylinder engine isn’t exactly potent anymore, but it’s hard to imagine anyone questioning the gorgeous racer’s seven-figure price tag.
27. Deus Vayanne — $2 Million
Deus Automobiles knows that breaking into the supercar market won’t be easy. That’s why the Australian startup is giving itself until 2025 to get its its debut model, the all-electric Vayanne, just right. The coupé looks just as futuristic as the other battery-powered entries in the class, though its design is a tad more restrained. It’s unclear how many motors will be included as part of its powertrain, but the setup is expected to produce a hefty 2,200 hp and 1,475 ft lbs of torque. Thanks to all that power, the brand claims the EV will launch from zero to 62 mph in under two seconds and hit a top speed of 248 mph. The brand says the Vayanne will also be able to drive 300 miles between charges thanks to an 85-kWh battery pack.
26. SSC Tuatara — $2 Million
When you pay seven figures for a car, you expect it to be capable of breathtaking feats. The Tuatara most certainly meets those expectations. SSC North America has yet to top 300 mph in independent testing, but it’s come close. The 1,350 hp rocket on wheels was able to reach a one-way top speed of 295 mph during a run at Space Florida’s Launch and Landing Facility in the spring of 2022. Don’t be surprised if the car—which packs a twin-turbocharged 5.9-liter flat-plane crank V-8—cracks the 300 mph mark one day soon. The company has two high-performance variants, the Striker and the Aggressor, in the works.
25. Bentley Mulliner Batur — $2.1 Million
Wondering what the most ridiculous Bentley is? Look no further than this ultra-exclusive version of the Continental GT called the Batur. The marque’s Mulliner bespoke unit plans to build just 18 examples of the vehicle by hand. The new model features a completely reworked body that’s so much more athletic than the coupé it’s based on. The real selling point, though, can be found under the hood. There lurks the latest and greatest iteration of the automaker’s revered W-12 engine. The heavily tuned mill features 33 percent larger air intakes and generates 730 hp and 737 ft lbs of torque you’ll feel as soon as you put your foot to the pedal. The Batur, like it’s extravagant open-air counterpart, the Bacalar, will also be one of the brand’s final W-12 as it transitions towards a fully electric lineup.
24. Lotus Evija — $2.1 Million
The Evija is at the heart of Lotus’s attempt to revitalize its flagging brand. One look at the all-electric supercar and it’s clear that the British marque is really going for it. The vehicle’s carbon-fiber body is marked by an aggressive front fascia, giant air channels, and an LED-lit rear end that looks like it belongs on a rocket ship. The biggest talking point, though, is almost certainly a quad-motor powertrain that generates a staggering 2,011 hp, which should allow it to hit a top speed of 217 mph. The only hiccup? Two years after production supposedly began, a single example has yet to been delivered.
23. Ferrari Daytona SP3 — $2.3 Million
It probably won’t come as much of a surprise that the most expensive series-production Ferrari is something special. The Daytona SP3 is at once a celebration of the Italian marque’s rich history and a preview of its exciting future. The company’s latest Icona Series model features a smooth-flowing shape and clean lines. It’s hands down one of the best-looking cars currently on the market. Just as attractive is a 6.5-liter naturally aspirated V-12 from the 812 Competizione that generates 829 hp, 514 ft lbs of torque and has a redline of 9,500 rpm. It’s little wonder the automaker has named the car after its legendary 1960s prototype racers.
22. Rimac Nevera — $2.4 Million
Skeptical that supercars can survive the electric revolution? Well just take a look at the Nevera. The Croatian EV doesn’t just look like a supercar, it acts like one too. The speed machine’s quad-motor powertrain generates an incredible 1,900 hp and has earned it breathless review since making its debut in 2021. This spring, that setup also helped the car set 23 speed records in a single day, the most impressive of which may have been rocketing from zero to 249 mph in under a half minute. It may no longer claim that record—the Koenigsegg Jesko beat its time in June—but we wouldn’t be surprised if it reclaims the title before the year is out. The battery-powered speed machine is also surprisingly efficient, getting over 300 miles per charge in real-world driving conditions.
21. Pagani Utopia — $2.5 Million
Other supercar makers may be looking into what electric powertrains can do for them, but not Pagani. In fact the company’s latest model, the Utopia, is a bit of a throwback. The vehicle will still turn heads, but it features the marque’s most streamlined design yet, lacking some of the extraneous bells and whistles of its predecessors (the interior is still plenty over-the-top, though). The Utopia was also designed to deliver the company’s most driver-centric ride yet. It’s powered by an AMG-sourced 6.0-liter V-12 that delivers 852 horses and 811 ft lbs of torque. Likely to be as impressive for the purists out there is that the vehicle comes with either an automated manual or manual gearbox.
20. Pininfarina Battista — $2.5 Million
Do you find yourself wishing the Rimac Nevera looked just a tad less muscular? May we point you in the direction of the Pininfarina Battista. The Italian marque’s electric supercar shares an electric architecture with the Nevera, but it has a sleek style all its own. That doesn’t mean it’s a slouch, though. Its four-motor powertrain also pumps out 1,900 hp, meaning it’s capable of impressive performance feats. In fact, it’s swapped records with its cousin before, something we expect to continue to happen for years to come.
19. Gordon Murray Automotive T.50 — $2.6 Million
Looking for the closest thing to a contemporary McLaren F1? It just might be Gordon Murray’s latest supercar, the T.50. The debut release from the legendary designer’s eponymous marque feels like a spiritual successor to the revered F1. It sports a slick look that’s more elegant than outlandish. The sculpted design—which includes a downforce-maximizing rear fan—also makes it one of the most aerodynamic road cars of all time. It’s also got a Cosworth-designed V-12 that can deliver 650 hp and redline at 12,100 rpm. Add in a manual gearbox and you have the kind of supercar that enthusiasts dream about.
18. Mercedes-AMG One — $2.7 Million
Sure, Mercedes-AMG know how to make a good sports car, but what about a hypercar? The One suggests they’ve got that covered too. The German performance sub-brand has relied on knowledge shared by its Formula 1 team to create one of the most impressive plug-in hybrids in the world. The vehicle may be street-legal, but it looks like a race car thanks to an aggressive aero package that includes a giant rear wing. Its biggest selling point is a hybrid-assisted 1.6-liter V-6 that generates more than 1,000 horses, allowing the car to shoot from zero to 124 mph in less than six seconds and hit a top speed of 217 mph. Unsurprisingly, the One already has a couple of records to its name.
17. Zenvo Aurora — $2.8 Million
Zenvo’s third hypercar, the Aurora, is easily its most powerful yet. It’s also not a single vehicle, but two. A duo of variants of the aggressively styled coupé will be available at launch—the hardcore Agil, which was designed for track domination, and the elegant Tur, which is better suited towards long drives. Both versions of the Aurora—which is named for the natural light phenomenon—are powered by a hybrid-assisted, quad-turbocharged V-12 that produces 1,250 horses. The rear-wheel-drive Agil has a single electric motor that ups output to 1,250 hp and 1,033 ft lbs of torque, while the all-wheel-drive Tur’s two electric motors boost it to 1,850 hp and 1,254 ft lbs of torque.
16. Hennessey Venom F5 Revolution — $3 Million
The Venom F5 is about as hardcore as American-made cars come. Still, the Texas shop somehow saw an opportunity to wring even more from the vehicle. While the standard version of the supercar can rip around a race circuit like few others, the Venom F5 Revolution is even more of a track beast. The supercar’s 6.6-liter twin-turbocharged V-8 has been left untouched but its aero elements have been reworked so that they produce more downforce that before. The car also tips the scales at less than 3,000 pounds, which means this might be the first Venom F5 to break the 300-mph barrier.
15. Koenigsegg Jesko — $3 Million
Koenigsegg was always going to have trouble following up the Agera, but the Jesko has done an able job living up to the reputation of the its predecessor. The aggressive coupé is powered by a rear-mid-mounted twin-turbocharged V-8 that produces 1,280 hp and 738 ft lbs of torque. Fill the the tank with E85 instead of regular pump gas and those numbers balloon to 1,600 horse and 1,106 ft lbs of twist. It’s little wonder the Jesko is currently the world’s fastest accelerating car. Of course, performance isn’t all the vehicle has to offer. It also has a beautiful shape that allows it to slice through the air and a tall rear spoiler that increases downforce. A targa top and dihedral doors are pretty cool details as well.
14. Pagani Huayra R Evo — $3 Million Plus
Pagani has no interest in leaving well enough alone. Just look at the company’s latest track-only creation, the Huayra R Evo. As its name may have given away, it’s an evolution of the already ridiculous Huayra R that features a stretched-out body that produces 45 percent more downforce than before and pop-out roof panels. The hypercar’s Mercedes-AMG-sourced 6.0 liter V-12 has also been reworked. It now produces 900 hp and 567 ft lbs of torque, which is 50 hp and 14 ft lbs of torque more than before, which is routed to the rear axle via a six-speed sequential gearbox.
13. Aston Martin Valkyrie — $3.2 Million
When you picture an Aston Martin, chances are you think of a slick grand tourer with plenty of power. The Valkyrie, though, is something completely different. The beastly hybrid looks more like a Le Mans prototype racer than something James Bond would drive. The car’s forward-thinking powertrain more than makes up for this lack of romance. The setup includes a naturally aspirated V-12 and electric motor that combine to put out 1,160 hp and 664 ft lbs of torque. It’s little wonder the brand is asking so much for its most unorthodox model.
12. Bugatti Chiron Super Sport — $3.3 Million
What better way to say goodbye to the now-legendary Chiron than with the Super Sport. The model’s swansong is a road-going version of the Chiron Super Sport 300+ that broke the 300 mph barrier back in 2019. That means it delivers mind-numbing performance with all the luxury amenities you could hope for. It’s also the rare hypercar that turned out to be even more powerful than its maker expected, with its V-12 pumping out 1,596 horses—19 more than the 1,577 hp figure that was announced back in 2021. Despite the added oomph, top speed is still “limited” to 273 mph for the road-going vehicle, but we can’t imagine many will take issue with that.
11. Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut — $3.4 Million
Koenigsegg calls the Jesko Absolut a “land-based rocketship” and it’s hard to disagree. The variant is a “stealthier interpretation” of the track-based Jesko. Its carbon-fiber body has been redesigned to be even more aerodynamic, which includes replacing the base model’s large rear wing with two fighter jet-style wings. It’s again powered by a twin-turbo 5.0-liter V-8 that can produce up to 1,600 hp when running on E85. A top speed has yet to be determined but the Swedish marque has said the vehicle will be “unbelievably fast.”
10. Pagani Huayra Roadster BC — $3.5 Million
Only Pagani could look at the Huayra Roadster and see a car that needed to be reimagined. The Huayra Roadster BC is the track-only version of the company’s second hypercar, and as such it’s one of the most ridiculous entries on this list. The vehicle has a more aerodynamic body—the modifications produce over 1,100 pounds of downforce—as well as a monocoque made from a carbon-titanium material that’s lighter than that featured in the standard version of the open-top speed machine. The Roadster BC also features a modified version of the Huayra’s AMG-sourced V-12 that produces 791 hp and 745 ft lbs of torque.
9. Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport — $3.6 Million
There’s a case to be made that the most refined version of the Chiron is the Pur Sport. Each variant introduced since the hypercar’s 2016 debut has tweaked the formula here and there. The idea behind the Pur Sport was the produce a more responsive version of the coupé without sacrificing power. The result is a V-12-powered speed machine that’s lighter and narrower, making it so much more agile than before. It’s slower than other Chirons with a top speed of 217 mph, but we don’t think many people will mind when they’re whipping it around a racetrack.
8. Koenigsegg CC850 — $3.7 Million
Even hypercar makers aren’t afraid to look backward from time to time. Last year, Koenigsegg unveiled a new model called that CC850 that was based on its very first vehicle, the CC8S. The two cars share a similar design and shape, but the new version has a 5.0-liter twin-turbo V-8 derived from the one featured in the Jesko. The new mill is potent to say the least, producing 1,385 horses when the car is running on E85. Thanks to that, the car can sprint from zero to 60 mph in 2.5 seconds and has a top speed of 280 mph. The car has proven to be so popular, that the company decided to build 20 more after the initial run immediately sold out.
7. Gordon Murray Automotive T.50s Niki Lauda — $3.9 Million
The Gordon Murray Automotive T.50 is one of the more hardcore hypercars available thanks to its lightweight construction and downforce-producing integrated rear fan. The track-only T.50s Nikki Lauda—which the company stresses is its own distinct model—is even more extreme in basically every way. It has a host of aerodynamic upgrades, including a giant rear wing, weighs 300 pounds less than its street-legal counterpart, and wrings even more power out of its Cosworth-designed 3.9-liter V-12. Specifically, the naturally aspirated mill generates 725 hp and 358 ft lbs, or 71 horses and 14 ft lbs of twist more than the standard T.50. This is track performance at its purest.
6. McLaren Solus GT — $4 Million
The Solus GT is a video game car come to life. Literally. The track-only hypercar actually made its debut way back in 2017 in Gran Turismo Sport for the Playstation 4. Five years later, McLaren announced plans to put produce a limited run of the vehicle. Like its virtual counterpart, the real version looks just like a Star Wars-esque starfighter. It’s also powered by a completely unique naturally aspirated 5.2-liter V-10 that the marque says will produce 829 horses and 479 ft lbs of twist while revving at up to 10,000 rpm. The car will be hard to get, though, with only 25 slated to be built.
5. Aspark Owl — $4.2 Million
Japan’s first hypercar, the Aspark Owl, might be the most unique-looking entry this list. That’s because its lower to the ground and more stretched out than practically any other high-performance vehicle out there. You’re either going to love or hate the vehicle’s exagerated design, and consider us firmly in the first camp. The Owl’s design isn’t its only standout feature. It’s also monstrously powerful thanks to a quad-motor electric powertrain that delivers 1,985 hp and 1,475. There’s only one problem with the Owl as far as we can see—and it’s kind of a big one—nearly three full years after production was supposed to begin the vehicle is still in the prototype phase.
4. Bugatti Bolide — $4.3 Million
The Bolide, which made its public debut at Le Mans earlier this year, is without a doubt the most hardcore Bugatti hypercar yet. The model was designed to be the kind vehicle you can set a new personal record in each time you take it out on the track. A lot of this is due to a thunderously loud W16 that pumps out 1,578 hp and 1,180. It’s also light, tipping the scales at just 3,197 lbs, meaning it has a shocking weight-to-power ratio of close to 2 lb/hp. Add in a brash and angular design—especially by Bugatti’s usual standards—and you have the kind of car that’s sure to sell out despite not being street-legal.
3. Bugatti Mistral — $5 Million
No automaker is more represented in the top ten of this list than Bugatti. It’s easy to see why, of course. The French marque doesn’t just build hypercars, it builds luxury hypercars. Of those currently still rolling off the line, the Mistral is the closet thing to a range topper. It’s a stunning roadster based on the Chiron that breathes new life into seven-year-old model with its more muscular stance. It’s also the brand’s final car that will feature its trademark W16. And thanks to that 1,577-hp mill, there’s a good possibility the Mistral could become the world’s fastest open-top production car before all is said and done.
2. Pagani Huayra Codalunga — $7 Million
Pagani decide to go all out when saying goodbye to its second hyper, the Huayra. The result is the Codalunga, a restyled interpretation of the model that pays tribute to the race cars of the 1960s with its beautiful flowing body. The streamlining of the car’s exterior also allows it to cut through the air with more ease than before. Add in an AMG-sourced twin-turbocharged 6.0-liter V-12 that produces 840 horses—which his 110 more than the standard version of the model—and it’s little wonder it’s the most expensive hypercar currently out there.
1. Rolls-Royce Droptail — $30 Million Plus
How do you follow up on something like the Boat Tail? If you’re Rolls-Royce you design something even more extravagant—and commit to building four distinct variations of it. That car is the Droptail, an open-top grand tourer inspired by classic yachts and hot rods. Each of the coach built V-12s has an all-new aluminum space frame chassis, makes extensive use of wood trim, and comes with its own custom timepiece that doubles as a watch. Three Droptail have been unveiled so far—the La Rose Noire, the Amethyst, and the Arcadia—with one more still on the way. As with the Boat Tail, which was rumored to be the world’s most expensive new car when it debuted, Rolls-Royce won’t say how much the vehicles cost, but they’re believed to be just as expensive if not more.
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