Whether it’s fashion, timepieces, or high-end audio gear, the very best always comes with a hefty price tag and the automotive world is no exception.
While there are plenty of fantastic cars available for under $100,000 like the BMW M2 or the Alfa Romeo Giulia QV, the latter even making our list of 2024 Car of the Year contenders truly exceptional vehicles, such as hypercars, luxury sedans, or high-performance SUVs, demand a significantly larger investment.
These automobiles stand out with breathtaking design, cutting-edge technology, and record-breaking performance, none of which comes cheap.
The cost of research, development, and craftsmanship behind these machines is staggering, which is why their price tags can easily surpass that of a house or even several.
Below, we’ve compiled a list of the 50 most expensive cars currently in production, featuring masterpieces from Ferrari, Koenigsegg, McLaren, Bugatti, Rolls-Royce, and more.
Owning one requires an eye-watering amount of money, but once you’re behind the wheel, you’ll likely agree it’s worth every penny.
10. Ferrari F80
Price: $3.9 Million
Ferrari has a long-standing reputation for producing halo cars like no other automaker. This decade’s masterpiece the fifth in the lineage following the legendary 288 GTO is the F80.
While its sleek and aerodynamic design is undeniably stunning, what truly sets it apart in the seven-figure hypercar market is its cutting-edge hybrid powertrain.
Under the hood, a 4.0-liter V-6 engine is paired with not one, not two, but three electric motors. This sophisticated system delivers an astonishing 1,184 horsepower, making the F80 the most powerful road-legal Ferrari to date.
With such immense power, it’s no surprise that this hypercar can blast from 0 to 62 mph in a jaw-dropping 2.15 seconds and achieve a top speed of 217.5 mph.
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- Debut: 2024
- Powertrain: 4.0-liter V-6 with three electric motors
- Power Output: 1,184 hp
- 0 to 62 mph: 2.15 seconds
- Top Speed: N/A
9. Gordon Murray Automotive T.50s Niki Lauda
Price: $3.9 Million
The Gordon Murray Automotive T.50 already ranks among the most extreme hypercars on the market, thanks to its lightweight design and a rear-mounted fan engineered for generating downforce.
However, the track-only T.50s Niki Lauda distinct from its road-going counterpart, as emphasized by the company takes performance to an entirely new level.
This version boasts significant aerodynamic enhancements, including an enormous rear wing, and is 300 pounds lighter than the street-legal model.
Under the hood, its Cosworth-built 3.9-liter V-12 has been fine-tuned to push out even greater power.
The naturally aspirated engine now produces 725 horsepower and 358 lb-ft of torque, an increase of 71 hp and 14 lb-ft over the standard T.50.
Designed purely for the track, this hypercar delivers an uncompromising driving experience.
- Debut: 2021
- Powertrain: 3.9-liter V-12
- Power Output: 725 hp and 358 lb-ft of torque
- 0 to 60 mph: 2.8 seconds
- Top Speed: 226 mph
8. McLaren Solus GT
Price: $4 Million
The Solus GT is a video game fantasy turned reality quite literally. This track-only hypercar originally debuted in 2017 as a digital creation in Gran Turismo Sport for the PlayStation 4.
Five years later, McLaren announced plans to bring it to life with a limited production run. Just like its virtual counterpart, the real-world version features an otherworldly design that wouldn’t look out of place in Star Wars.
Powering this futuristic machine is a one-of-a-kind, naturally aspirated 5.2-liter V-10 engine.
According to McLaren, the powertrain delivers an impressive 829 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque, with a screaming redline of 10,000 rpm. Securing one will be no easy feat, though only 25 units are planned for production.
- Debut: 2023
- Powertrain: 5.2-liter V-10
- Power Output: 829 hp and 479 lb-ft of torque
- 0 to 60 mph: 2.5 seconds
- Top Speed: 200+ mph
7. Bugatti Tourbillon
Price: $4.1 Million
Bugatti doesn’t introduce new models often, making each release a major event. Unveiled in June, the Tourbillon is only the third distinct model from the French automaker since Volkswagen acquired the brand in the late 20th century.
It’s also the first model developed under the leadership of Rimac founder Mate Rimac. Designed to follow in the footsteps of the Veyron and Chiron, this hypercar delivers an outrageous blend of radical styling and an even more extreme powertrain.
The biggest departure from its predecessors lies under the hood whereas past Bugattis relied on a quad-turbocharged W-16, the Tourbillon boasts a naturally aspirated 8.3-liter V-16 engine, supplemented by three electric motors.
This hybrid system produces a mind-blowing 1,800 horsepower. With that kind of output, the car rockets from 0 to 60 mph in a blistering two seconds flat and has a projected top speed of 276 mph.
Interestingly, its speedometer extends up to 550 kph (341 mph), hinting at its true potential.
- Debut: 2024
- Powertrain: 8.3-liter V-16 with three electric motors
- Power Output: 1,800 hp and 1,464 lb-ft of torque
- 0 to 60 mph: 2.0 seconds
- Top Speed: 276 mph (target)
6. Aspark Owl
Price: $4.2 Million
Japan’s first-ever hypercar, the Aspark Owl, stands out as one of the most uniquely designed entries on this list.
With an ultra-low profile and an elongated, stretched-out stance, it looks unlike any other high-performance vehicle on the road.
The Owl’s dramatic styling will likely divide opinions you’ll either love it or hate it but we’re firmly in the former camp. However, its striking design is just one of its many highlights.
The car also boasts an insanely powerful quad-motor electric powertrain that delivers an astonishing 1,985 horsepower and 1,475 lb-ft of torque.
The only major downside? Nearly three years after production was originally slated to begin, the Owl remains stuck in the prototype stage.
- Debut: 2024
- Powertrain: Quad electric motors
- Power Output: 1,985 hp and 1,475 lb-ft of torque
- 0 to 60 mph: 1.69 seconds
- Top Speed: 249 mph
5. Bugatti Bolide
Price: $4.3 Million
The Bolide, which made its first public appearance at Le Mans earlier this year, is easily the most extreme Bugatti hypercar to date.
This track-focused machine is designed to push the limits, offering drivers the kind of performance that allows them to set new personal bests every time they hit the circuit.
A significant part of its prowess comes from the monstrous quad-turbocharged W-16 engine, which produces a staggering 1,578 horsepower and 1,180 lb-ft of torque.
Its lightweight construction further enhances its performance tipping the scales at just 3,197 pounds, the Bolide boasts an incredible power-to-weight ratio of nearly 2 lb/hp.
Combine that with its aggressively angular design especially bold by Bugatti’s usual standards and it’s no surprise that the car is expected to sell out quickly, despite being exclusively for track use.
- Debut: 2023
- Powertrain: Quad-turbocharged 8.0-liter W-16
- Power Output: 1,578 hp and 1,180 lb-ft of torque
- 0 to 60 mph: 2.17 seconds
- Top Speed: 311 mph (claimed)
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4. Bugatti Mistral
Price: $5 Million
No automaker dominates the upper ranks of this list quite like Bugatti and for good reason. The French marque doesn’t just manufacture hypercars; it crafts luxury hypercars.
Among its current lineup, the Mistral stands out as the closest thing to a flagship model. This breathtaking roadster, based on the Chiron, gives the seven-year-old platform a fresh, more muscular stance.
But the Mistral isn’t just about looks it also marks the final Bugatti to feature the brand’s legendary quad-turbocharged W-16 engine.
With 1,577 horsepower at its disposal, this car has a real shot at becoming the fastest open-top production vehicle in history before it rides off into the sunset.
- Debut: 2024
- Powertrain: Quad-turbocharged 8.0-liter W-16
- Power Output: 1,578 hp and 1,180 lb-ft of torque
- 0 to 60 mph: 2.4 seconds
- Top Speed: 261 mph (claimed)
3. Red Bull RB17
Price: $6 Million
Let’s be honest most people will never get the chance to drive one of Red Bull’s championship-winning Formula 1 cars.
But for those with deep enough pockets, the $6 million RB17 might be the next best thing. The racing giant’s first-ever customer vehicle is an audacious supercar powered by a hybrid-assisted 4.5-liter V-10 that screams all the way up to a 15,000 rpm redline.
Generating an impressive 1,200 horsepower, this electrified powerhouse rockets from 0 to 60 mph in under three seconds.
Just as striking as its performance is the RB17’s sleek, techno-organic design, ensuring it stands out even among the most aggressively styled hypercars.
- Debut: 2022
- Powertrain: 4.5-liter V-10 with an electric motor
- Power Output: 1,200 hp
- 0 to 60 mph: Under 3.0 seconds
- Top Speed: 217 mph
2. Pagani Huayra Codalunga
Price: $7 Million
When it came time to bid farewell to the Huayra, Pagani didn’t hold back. The result is the Codalunga a striking reimagining of the model that pays homage to the race cars of the 1960s with its beautifully sculpted, elongated body.
This streamlined design doesn’t just enhance aesthetics; it also improves aerodynamics, allowing the hypercar to slice through the air more efficiently than ever.
Under the hood, an AMG-sourced twin-turbocharged 6.0-liter V-12 delivers an impressive 840 horsepower 110 more than the standard Huayra.
With this combination of performance and artistry, it’s no surprise that the Codalunga stands as one of the most expensive hypercars on the market.
- Debut: 2022
- Powertrain: Twin-turbocharged 6.0-liter V-12
- Power Output: 829 hp and 811 lb-ft of torque
- 0 to 60 mph: 2.8 seconds
- Top Speed: 217 mph
1. Rolls-Royce Droptail
Price: $30 Million Plus
How do you follow up a masterpiece like the Boat Tail? If you’re Rolls-Royce, you create something even more extravagant and build four unique variations of it.
Enter the Droptail, an open-top grand tourer that draws inspiration from classic yachts and hot rods.
Each hand-built V-12 masterpiece features an all-new aluminum space frame chassis, extensive wood trim, and a custom-designed timepiece that doubles as a wristwatch.
Three Droptail models have already been revealed at the La Rose Noire, the Amethyst, and the Arcadia with a fourth still to come.
As with the Boat Tail, which was rumored to be the most expensive new car ever produced, Rolls-Royce remains tight-lipped about pricing. However, industry insiders believe the Droptail could match or even surpass that record.
- Debut: 2023
- Powertrain: Twin-turbocharged 6.75-liter V-12
- Power Output: 563 hp and 625 lb-ft of torque
- 0 to 60 mph: 4.8 seconds
- Top Speed: 155 mph
