Best retro sports cars in Forza Horizon 5, from Jaguar to Porsche

Bill Cooney
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Knowing the best retro sports cars in Forza Horizon 5 could be the difference between losing a race or coming in first. So, make sure you spend your credits on a vehicle that can give you the best chance.

Forza Horizon 5 is the first game of the series on Xbox Series X|S’s next-gen graphics, and there’s a ton of new vehicles to drive this year.

As one of the most popular titles of 2021, Horizon features the biggest list of manufacturers and models in the series’ history. So, players will want to set their sights on the best cars from the outset.

If you’re saving your Forza Horizon 5 tokens for some retro sports car options, these five should definitely be on your radar.

Forza Horizon 5 best retro sports cars list

Here’s the list of the best retro sports cars to use in Forza Horizon 5:

1993 Jaguar XJ220 (A)

Forza Horizon 5 Jaguar XJ220
The XJ220 is just one step below a supercar, making it the best retro sports car in Forza Horizon 5.
  • Speed: 7.7
  • Handling: 6.4
  • Acceleration: 5.2

2005 TVR Sagaris (A)

TVR Sargaris Forza Horizon 5
The Sagaris will definitely stand out from the crowd.
  • Speed: 6.7
  • Handling: 6.2
  • Acceleration: 5.3

2005 Honda NSX R (B)

Honda NSX-R Forza Horizon 5
The NSX-R is a classic sports car, and reliable in a race as well.
  • Speed: 6.4
  • Handling: 5.8
  • Acceleration: 5.0

1999 Lotus Elise Series 1 Sport 190 (A)

Lotus Elise Forza Horizon 5
The Lotus Elise is a must-have for retro sports car enthusiasts.
  • Speed: 5.3
  • Handling: 6.0
  • Acceleration: 5.8

1993 Porsche 968 Turbo S (A)

Porsche 968 Forza Horizon 5
The Porsche is a compact speedster that can catch opponents off-guard.
  • Speed: 6.2
  • Handling: 5.2
  • Acceleration: 5.3

What’s the best drag car in Forza Horizon 5?

Based on starting performance stats, the 1993 Jaguar XJ220, definitely appears to be the best-performing retro sports car in Forza Horizon 5.

This is purely based on in-game stats, though, not on potential customization. For example, you could very easily be able to upgrade your Honda NSX or Sagaris to perform at the highest level as well.

If you’re looking for a different kind of ride, be sure to check out one of our other Forza Horizon 5 guides down below:

Fastest drift cars in Forza Horizon 5 | Fastest drag cars in Forza Horizon 5 | Best rally cars in Forza Horizon 5 | Best offroad cars in Forza Horizon 5 | Fastest cars in Forza Horizon 5 | How to get free cars in Forza Horizon 5 | Forza Horizon 5 full car list

About The Author

Bill is a former writer at Dexerto based in Iowa, who covered esports, gaming and online entertainment for more than two years. With the US team, Bill covered Overwatch, CSGO, Influencer culture, and everything in between.