When playing Forza Horizon 4, people rarely want to settle for the cheap route. Players get the best out of the game when driving the most powerful, fastest, most expensive cars. And no one brags about the cheap car they just bought; not in video games anyway.
But for those who don’t have the credits or just started the game, it’s better to check out Forza Horizon 4’s reasonably priced cars and modify them later on. That’s why Forza Horizon has a lot of cheap cars in their arsenal, and these gems are the best value-for-money cars players can find.
Note: Cars are listed in order of price, though the order largely does correspond to the overall quality and performance.
Updated July 31st, 2021 by Stephen LaGioia: With the epic fifth game in the franchise on the horizon, Playground Games has reportedly hit the brakes on churning out future updates with regards to new vehicles. Still, an update containing some new cars has been released as recently as June 2021 via Update 37, adding to the already expansive pool of awesome choices. With this in mind, it seemed appropriate to tune up this list with some more of the best cheap cars in Forza Horizon 4. While there are more flashy, expensive options than ever, there are still plenty that are solid enough while being reasonably priced.
15 2003 Volkswagen Golf R32 (18,000 CR)
When people envision a VW Golf, they don’t think luxury and style. This humble bug, while not the most exciting purchase of players’ careers, it’s perfect for a first car in the game, much like a young adult’s first car after their license.
But other than being the safe first choice, this VW Golf has an incredibly fast launch speed which bests most cheaper cars of its ilk, but it would definitely crush the Mazda or Monaro in a short drag race. It’s a sensible choice, and people can have a lot of fun with this old banger. It’s also one of the best value-for-money choices, being safe enough for any mother to like, but also fierce enough to smoke friends off the track.
14 Mazda RX-7 Spirit-R Type A (18,000 CR)
Try and say this three times fast. While a mouthful to keep mentioning, the Mazda RX-7 Spirit-R Type A is considered the best value-for-money car in the entire game of Forza Horizon 4. Being the first of two A-class cars available, this could be a tricky decision for players.
But this retro sports car has an impressive index, as well as an extreme launch speed that could fix all neck problems (or break it). It also has a high top speed that people won’t be disappointed in. It’s additionally just great eye candy. Mixing together the Ferrari and the Porsche, this timelessly classic design make every mouth water. It does loose some points in statistics, mostly in the brake area, because they’re basically non-existent, so if anyone chooses to buy this bad boy, they need to be very careful using the brakes. It takes some getting used to.
13 2005 Vauxhall Monaro VXR (23,000 CR)
There are the sports car lovers, and then there are the muscle lovers. This gem is somewhere in between, but more on the muscle side. This monster needs all 400 brake horsepowers (bhp) when deal with all 3,700 lbs it’s carrying.
This modern muscle’s best stats lie in launch and speed, with a severe lack in braking on risky roads due to its enormous weight. Choosing between the Mazda and Vauxhall might be hard, but the latter has slightly better stats to back it up. And players can have a lot of fun with this one.
12 1998 Nissan Silvia K’s Aero (25,000 CR)
For those who love the thrill of drifting, this relatively cheap car is the one to look out for. Being only a few thousand credits away from the cheapest of cars, drifting cars in the game don’t get cheaper than this. Some tweaks and upgrades here and there will surely bring the most out of the car, but that’s true to any fictional and real machines as well.
The 1998 Nissan Silvia is the perfect base to build on, and any car a player buys will eat up a few extra thousand credits to fully upgrade, so why not start with a well-established base?
11 2009 Honda S2000 CR (25,000 CR)
While it has a subpar design, this car doesn’t disappoint when talking about cheap but effective cars.
It has great potential for upgrading and design, so it’s the perfect base to get any player started. Its launch statistics are great, so everyone can watch as it jumps ahead in races. Though it also handles quite well and can deal with sharp turns with its solid build and even keel.
10 1970 Volkswagen #1107 Desert Dingo Racing Stock Bug (25,000 CR)
The perfect cross country car, this little bug is the best and cheapest for gallivanting through rougher terrains. Most off-roaders in the game are much more expensive, so if someone is on a tighter budget, this cutie will definitely be good enough.
Regarding races, it won’t make a mark against the Corvettes of the game, but is great for those first races in the game. The suspension is amazing, so it definitely holds its own when off-roading it. And everyone loves a classic buggy look and feel.
9 1995 BMW M5 (25,000 CR)
The classic BMW design is timeless. Even those who don’t care for cars know this design and instantly think BMW. This is design at its finest, right up there with the gods like the classic Porsche, Ferrari, Mercedes, and Ford.
A beautiful piece of engineering, this beamer doesn’t disappoint in statistics either. Housing 342 horses worth under that little hood, because he’s a thicker model, handling can be struggle, but those horses really show in speed. This classic cop car
8 2009 Ford Focus (25,000 CR)
Even more than its more modern 2017 counterpart, this hot hatch has it in terms of performance while being quite economical. The 2009 Ford Focus’ unique build allows it to reduce torque steer and makes it handle pretty smoothly for a front-wheel-drive car.
While its speed is on the modest side, its solid launch and braking make it an optimal choice in drag and street races. This car can also be a good cheap option for online skirmishes, which often require ample braking and sharp turns.
7 2012 Vauxhall Astra VXR (25,000 CR)
With its 276 four-cylinder, turbo-charged horsepower, this UK hot hatch packs plenty of power in a fairly compact build.
Not only this, but the Vauxhall Astra VXR’s stiff suspension and sophisticated chassis turning allow for a smooth ride with solid handling, which is complemented by its above-average braking. Added to this is its stellar launch ability, which makes it deceptively dangerous in certain races.
6 2002 Chevy Corvette Z06 (35,000 CR)
This Chevy Corvette is built for speed as well as performance, at least relative to its budget price. Forza Horizon won’t give speed for just a few thousand credits, so players will definitely need to invest a little more if they want to float like a Cadillac and sting like a Beemer.
This is the cheapest of the speedy cars, but the ratings don’t let her down. She will definitely hold her own in any race, especially if players invest in upgrading. Even without any upgrades, players can easily get her to go 175 mph, so there’s a lot of potential.
5 1973 AMC Gremlin X (35,000 CR)
Who doesn’t love an old-school classic? This 70s throwback is understandably lacking a bit with regards to speed and performance. Still, the 1973 AMC Gremlin X makes for a neat collector’s item, being the first American-built import, and sporting a unique design.
With that said, the 1973 AMC Gremlin X does boast a pretty solid launch, making it deceptively useful in certain drag and street races. It can also be upgraded and customized to build up its speed to an above-average level while not breaking the bank in the process.
4 2018 Ford Mustang GT (40,000 CR)
For those who want to cut right to the chase, win a lot of races, and get ahead of the game as cheaply as humanly possible, this is the best first investment. This beast has the best performance of the cheaper cars at a rating of A 778.
From speed, to launch and handling, the 2018 Ford Mustang GT can hold its own against even the more expensive cars in the game. And with just a few upgrades and maybe an engine swap, no one will know that this was a cheap investment.
3 1957 BMW Isetta 300 Export (45,000 CR)
For those who like to explore the hidden easter eggs in the game. Forza Horizon 4 placed a lot of reward boards in hard-to-reach places, making this baby the perfect candidate to fish them out.
If players want to find these rewards, this is the cheapest way to do it, and well… look at it, it’s incredibly cute. Just as in life, players need to learn to enjoy the simple things in the game. And imagine the look on people’s faces when they see this jewelry box driving by. Though it’s certainly going to light it up in terms of speed or performance, it’s quite maneuverable and easy to handle in rough or slippery terrain.
2 2010 Mosler MT900S (60,000 CR)
This sleek supercar from the US can be scored for free via Festival Playlist reward, and it can often be found for roughly 60,000 CR in Auction House listings.
This is quite impressive, given this beast reaches a top speed of 200 mph and can hit 0 to 60 mph in just over three seconds. It’s certainly well-equipped with its 7.0L Supercharged V8 and 530 bhp. Complementing its breakneck speeds, as well as great launch and acceleration, is its picture-perfect braking and handling.
1 2017 Nissan GT-R Black Edition (105,000 CR)
Though it errs on the more expensive side compared to some other great budget options, this sleek Japanese supercar offers ample bang for its buck. Boasted as having performance comparable to cars five times its price, it’s hard to find a better option for racers looking to burn rubber on a budget.
With 542 bhp and a 3.8L Twin-Turbocharged V6, this cheap supercar can really get the job done. This is true both in terms of speed and handling, though its heavy build can bog it down somewhat with the latter. With great speed as well as stellar launch and acceleration, the 2017 Nissan GT-R Black Edition can fire up to 60 mph in under three seconds and manages sharp turns well in the process. It’s undoubtedly one of the fastest cheap cars in the game.
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