- Bugatti Bolide: 311 mph
- Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut: 310 mph
- Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+: 304 mph
- SSC Tuatara: 295 mph
- Bugatti Mistral: 282 mph
- Koenigsegg Agera RS: 278 mph
- Bugatti Tourbillon: 277 mph
- Hennessey Venom F5: 272 mph
- Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport: 268 mph
- Rimac Nevera: 258 mph
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Ever since the first fast car was built (the Bugatti Type 41 Royale, which appeared in the 1920s and reached speeds of up to 124 miles per hour), the speedometer hasn’t stopped climbing. Today, the fastest cars drive even faster than the French intercity high-speed train service (199 mph). So many legendary brands have helped to challenge the laws of physics—Jaguar, Lamborghini, Porsche, and Ferrari, just to name a few.
In fact, the fastest cars in the world are beating all the speed records and reinventing our dreams of driving even faster. In the real world, the chances of us driving such cars anywhere but in the Forza Horizon video game are slim. We can still dream, though, so, let’s take a moment to marvel at the vehicles that bring the need for speed from the safety of behind a screen.
1. BUGATTI BOLIDE : +311 MPH
| Price of the Bugatti Bolide: $4.4 million to $5 million Number of cars produced: 40 |
There are two cars tied for the title of fastest car in the world: the Bugatti Bolide and the Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut (more on that below). This one happens to be French. Produced in 2024, the Bugatti Bolide is a track-only hypercar equipped with the powerful W16 engine and with a lightweight build, allowing it to reach speeds of up to 311 mph. The anticipation of the debut of this iconic sports car was so high that in 2021, before it could even prove itself on the road, the Bolide already won the Grand Prix for the most beautiful hypercar.
2. KOENIGSEGG JESKO ABSOLUT: 310 MPH
| Price of the Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut: $2.85 million to $3 million Number of cars produced: 125 |
What ties with the Bugatti Bolide for the title of the fastest car in the world? The Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut. The Swedish supercar that rivals the Bugatti Bolide by a difference of just 1 mph was born to defy gravity and beat the Bugatti Chiron. It’s been the fastest Koenigsegg ever made since it debuted in 2020. With a lightweight 5-liter twin-turbo V8 engine, it has 1,600 hp and is built for groundbreaking speed. And Christian von Koenigsegg is probably not finished surprising us.
3. BUGATTI CHIRON SUPER SPORT 300+ : 304 MPH
| Price of the Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+: $3.8 million to $3.9 million Number of cars produced: 30 |
It’s the Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+! An even more muscular version of the original Bugatti Chiron, the Super Sport 300+ was the first ever supercar to exceed speeds of 300 mph when it debuted in 2019. This record-breaking vehicle features an aerodynamic exterior design supported by an 8-liter W16 engine.
4. SSC TUATARA : 295 MPH
| Price of the SSC Tuatara: $1.9 million to $2.4 million Number of cars produced: 100 |
The American-made SSC Tuatara created a big splash in 2020 when it was announced as “the car that travels at more than 500 km/h” (532 km/h precisely, or 331 mph). The manufacturer backtracked a few months later after the claims were called into question, admitting that the Tuatara had never exceeded 500 km/h (310 mph). Finally, the “little sister” of the SSC Ultimate Aero has a speed of 295 mph, which is still incredible! Inspired by the design of fighter jets, the SSC Tuatara boasts a V8 engine that can generate up to 1750 hp.
5. BUGATTI MISTRAL: 282 MPH
| Price of the Bugatti Mistral: $5.1 million to $9 million Number of cars produced: 99 |
With the Bugatti Mistral, the French brand scores its third spot in the top five fastest cars in the world. This roadster, which clocked a top speed of 282 mph during a test run in 2024, is actually the fastest convertible in the world. Its 8-liter W16 is the same one that powers the Bolide and the Chiron Super Sport 300+. The experience of these top speeds with no roof over your head has to be exhilarating.
6. KOENIGSEGG AGERA RS: 278 MPH
| Price of the Koenigsegg Agera RS: $2.55 million to $5 million Number of cars produced: 27 |
This iconic Swedish brand is back on the list with another extraordinary supercar. Equipped with the same engine as the Jesko Absolut (V8), it has about 500 hp less. But that doesn’t stop it from performing, going from 0 to 62 mph in an amazing 8 seconds. Debuting in 2017, this sports car is known as the ultimate choice for both track and road versatility.
7. BUGATTI TOURBILLON: 277 MPH
| Price of the Bugatti Tourbillon: $4.1 million Number of cars produced: 250 |
The Bugatti Tourbillon is a mid-engine hybrid sports car set for delivery in 2026 but is already one of the fastest cars in the world. Meant to be the successor to the iconic Chiron, the Tourbillon has a V16 engine capable of accelerating from 0 mph to 60 mph in about 2 seconds—now that’s impressive. Its 250 units are already completely sold out.
8. HENNESSEY VENOM F5 : 272 MPH
| Price of the Hennessey Venom F5: $2.1 million to $3 million Number of cars produced: 99 |
The Hennessey Venom F5 reached 272 mph in March 2022, when it was still just in its testing phase, and it has lived up to expectations since its release. With its twin-turbo V8 of 6.6 l and 1,917 hp, the American manufacturer hopes to increase its speed even more. This supercar is also set apart from the others on this list by its unique steering wheel, which was inspired by an airplane yoke.
9. BUGATTI VEYRON 16.4 SUPER SPORT : 268 MPH
| Price of the Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport: $2.5 million to $2.8 million Number of cars produced: 48 |
Bugatti builds cars the way it sets records: by the book. In the case of the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport, this feat was achieved by driver Pierre-Henri Raphanel and certified by the Guinness World Records. This sporty jewel of power has made the hearts of many car lovers beat faster. This car is so iconic, in fact, that several more Bugatti models have been made to beat it, and yet it still makes this list of the fastest cars in the world.
10. RIMAC NEVERA : 258 MPH
| Price of the Rimac Nevera: $2.2 million to $2.5 million Number of cars produced: 150 |
The Rimac Nevera electrifies the road, and that’s an understatement. The second vehicle from the Croatian manufacturer, the electric hypercar revolutionized the automotive world. This exceptional car has four electric motors and goes from 0 mph to 60 mph in less than 2 seconds with its 1914 hp, making it the fastest electric hypercar in the world.
11. Car rental with SIXT
SIXT offers a premium car rental experience that is second to none. While we may not offer the fastest cars in the world, we do provide top-quality vehicles and excellent customer service that allows you to relax and enjoy the ride. To get you as close as possible to the hypercar experience, you can also consider renting a luxury vehicle. To rent a car from SIXT, simply visit our website or mobile app, enter your pickup location, dates, and times, and browse our selection of vehicles. You can even add extras like GPS navigation or child seats to your reservation for added convenience.
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