15 Best Handling Cars In Forza Horizon 5 (2025)

Microsoft Studios and Turn10 Studios' Forza Horizon 5 is inarguably the best arcade racing game on the planet right now, as it has been since its launch in 2021. FH5 features some of the fastest cars in the world, fantastic-looking maps, and beautiful, wide roads for players to enjoy the thrill of driving and competing on. When it comes to racing against other players or in-game AI competitors, however, having the fastest car isn't always the only way to win with the best Forza Horizon 5 performance cars.

What's a race if it doesn't also have its fair share of twists and turns? This is where even the fastest cars can let you down if they don't handle perfectly. As such, handling is as important as speed in Forza Horizon 5. Players can spend hours tuning and modifying their cars to their liking, increasing their speed and handling stats. But out of the 600+ cars in Horizon 5, some cars on the roster have faultless handling in stock form. So, as we wait for Forza Horizon 6, let's look at the best-handling cars in Forza Horizon 5.

15 2015 Koenigsegg One:1

Value: 2,800,000 CR

Getting your hands on a Koenigsegg One:1 from the Autoshow in Horizon 5 will not come cheap. But it is worth it as this is not only one of the best cars in Forza Horizon 5 but also among the best in the handling category.

It gets a perfect 10 rating for Braking and Handling, the most important stats to ensure you easily squeeze through corners. Moreover, its 5.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 provides a whopping 1360 hp and 1011 lb-ft to ensure neck-snapping top speeds.

Performance Index: S2 983

14 2021 Hennessey Venom F5

Value: 3,000,000 CR

One of the latest hypercars in FH5 is the Venom F5, made by Hennessey based in Texas. It is a top contender for the best cars for handling in the Forza 5 game on street races.

Thanks to its aggressive aerodynamics, good tuning, and a curb weight of only 2,998, it gets 9.6 out of 10 in Handling. Don't forget its unique braking system comprising of Brembo 6-piston front and 4-piston rear calipers that help with grip.

Performance Index: S2 964

13 2017 Aston Martin Vulcan AMR Pro

Value: 2,000,000 CR

It's impressive how one of the lowest-ranked cars on this list is still among the best-handling cars in the entire Forza series. The Aston Martin Vulcan AMR Pro excels in the handling department thanks to its extremely aerodynamic (and heartbreakingly beautiful) exterior.

A factory upgrade on the base Vulcan AMR Pro gets a rating of 9.6 out of 10 for handling superbly. The car's Braking stats are a perfect 10-out-of-10, making it a fantastic machine for races requiring both speed and adept grasp.

Performance Index: S2 953

12 2017 Koenigsegg Agera RS

Value: 2,000,000 CR

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The fourth-fastest car in Forza Horizon 5, the Koenigsegg Agera RS, was also the world's fastest production car in 2017, posting a top speed of 278 mph. It can reach 280 mph in the game, armed with a 5.0-liter twin-turbo V8 that cranks out 1341 horsepower.

With active independent front flaps and ventilated ceramic disc brakes, the Koenigsegg Agera RS handles phenomenally well. The car features a 9.7 score in both the Handling and Braking department, ensuring you'd have superb power and control when you're racing it in the game's streets.

Performance Index: S2 980

11 2010 Mosler MT900S

Value: 320,000 CR

Properly tuned, the 2010 Mosler MT900S can annihilate almost anything else in the Forza 5 game. The stock car is already a beast, boasting an aero-optimized exterior, mid-engine layout, and only weighs 2480 lbs., earning it a 9.8 rating in Handling.

Under the hood is the Corvette's 7.0-liter supercharged LS7 V8, providing plenty of power. Considering it can clock a staggering 290 mph with a V12 engine swap, the 2010 Mosler MT900S is a racing weapon to fear in the Horizon 5 game.

Performance Index: S2 919

10 2012 Ferrari 599XX Evolution

Value: 2,600,000 CR

The Ferrari 599XX has become legendary among Forza players, having been the fastest car in Forza Horizon 4 (240 mph). While it has more rivals to challenge its might in FH5, it's still a top choice if you want a top-handling car.

The Evolution version of the Ferrari 599XX is an upgrade that adds more aero bits, including an active rear spoiler. As a result, this canyon carver gets a 9.8 score in Handling in Horizon 5, which is what you expect of a racer with F1-derived tech.

Performance Index: S2 952

9 2019 Bugatti Divo

Value: 3,000,000 CR

Bugatti says the Divo is the best-handling car they have ever produced. Compared to the Chiron, it's lighter and more aerodynamic, generating 198 pounds more downforce. Its agility, grip, and cornering put it among Forza Horizon 5's best-handling cars, with a 9.9/10 rating.

The magic lies in its 25% wider hydraulic wing than the Chiron, massive diffuser, among other track-focused aero parts. Chances are you'll never see or drive the Bugatti Divo in real life (only 40 units made); better enjoy its sublime handling in Forza 5.

Performance Index: S2 958

8 2020 Koenigsegg Jesko

Value: 2,800,000 CR

The Koenigsegg Jesko holds the crown of being the fastest car in Forza Horizon 5, capable of reaching up to 310 mph. In fact, the car even has a 400-mph version in-game, and calling it ludicrously fast would still be an understatement.

Even though the Jesko does have perfect Handling and Speed with 10-on-10 scores, it posts a Braking score of 9.0/10. Nevertheless, the Swedish hypercar is not one to play with in real life or in-game.

Performance Index: S2 971

7 2011 BMW X5 M Forza Edition

Value: 500,000 CR

In terms of handling, no SUV comes close to the 2011 BMW X5 M Forza Edition in Horizon 5. It takes sharp corners like a supercar, thanks to its perfect 10/10 rating in Handling.

But how do you get the Forza Edition of the 2011 BMW X5 M? It came included with the Forza Horizon 5 VIP Membership DLC, which is worth it if you plan to sink lots of hours in FH5.

Performance Index: S2 998

6 1989 Ferrari F40 Competizione

Value: 2,000,000 CR

It's pretty telling that Ferrari's cars make up a huge part of the best-handling cars in Forza Horizon 5. Starting with the F40 Competizione this car can reach up to 199 mph, beating drivers by miles in races.

We weren't surprised to see a perfect 10 score for the F40 Competizione in the handling department. The reason this supercar still comes up early on this list is its 8.5 score in braking, which makes it the sixth-best in Horizon 5 for handling.

Performance Index: S2 947

5 2008 Maserati MC12 Versione Corsa

Value: 2,500,000 CR

The Maserati MC12 Versione Corse is a 2-seater, track-only hypercar. The car's sharp nose and smooth curves enable faster acceleration, which gives it an incredible 8.1 score in the Acceleration department of Forza Horizon 5. It also features an excellent braking system.

All of these combine to make the Maserati MC12 Versione Corsa a fantastic car to have in your racing collection in-game. Of course, the Versione Corsa has perfect scores for Handling as well as Braking and is not a car you want to see in your rearview mirror when you're in a race.

Performance Index: S2 961

4 2018 Apollo Intensa Emozione

Value: 1,500,000 CR

A mid-engine sports car from German manufacturer Apollo Automobil GmbH, the Apollo Intensa Emozione got unveiled in late 2017. The marque made only 10 units of the car, making it an extremely limited-edition vehicle that most gearheads could only drive in the world of Forza Horizon 5.

Carbon-ceramic brakes at both the front and the rear make for a great-handling car. As such, the Apollo Intensa Emozione scores a perfect score in both Handling and Braking. In the speed department, though, the Intensa Emozione scores 7.6 out of 10, reaching 205 mph, thus being the fifth-best handling car in the game.

Performance Index: S2 963

3 2011 Lamborghini Sesto Elemento

Value: 2,500,000 CR

A fan-favorite car in Forza Horizon 5, the Lamborghini Sesto Elemento is damn near faultless. Even its real-life specs are amazing. Phenomenal looks and perfect scores almost across the board make the Sesto Elemento almost a cheat-code car in the game's races.

Not only does the Lambo Sesto Elemento boast perfect ten-out-of-ten scores in Handling and Braking, but it also has perfect scores in Acceleration and Launch, easily making this car one of the absolute best in the game.

Performance Index: S2 936

2 2014 Ferrari FXX K

Value: 2,700,000 CR

Another Ferrari among the top-handling cars in Horizon 5, the Ferrari FXX K is also undeniably one of the sexiest. One could almost forget about gaming or racing when looking at the FXX K, spending all their time simply staring at the car from different angles.

The Ferrari FXX K reaches up to 214 mph in the game and handles perfectly well while it gets there. With a perfect 10 stat in Handling and Braking, the Ferrari FXX K becomes the third-best car in the game regarding handling. It only gets beaten by another Ferrari in the Speed stat.

Performance Index: S2 979

1 1996 Ferrari F50 GT

Value: 2,000,000 CR

With an 8.1 stat in speed, the Ferrari F50 GT is an S2 performance class vehicle in Forza Horizon 5. Naturally, as the best handling vehicle in the game, the F50 GT features superb braking and handling, even if it might cost an arm and a leg to buy it in-game.

The Ferrari F50 GT features a faultless 10 score in Handling and Braking. The top speed this Italian legend from 1995 can reach is 226 mph, and boy, does it look good while doing it. Check out this forgotten Ferrari F50 GT Racecar that never raced.

Performance Index: S2 976