Discover the 9 Most Expensive Cars You Can Buy Today
For those with millions of dollars burning a hole in their pocket, the exotic car market caters to their every automotive whim and desire. These ultra-luxury and high performance vehicles push the boundaries of style, comfort, customization and raw speed – all for a price tag most can only dream of affording.
Let‘s take a look at 9 of the most expensive production cars in the world right now and what makes them so costly and exclusive.
Bugatti Chiron – $3.3 Million
As the priciest new car currently for sale, the Bugatti Chiron defines extreme excess. Powered by an 8.0L quad-turbo W16 engine producing 1,500 hp and 1,600 Nm of torque, Bugatti boasts a top speed of 261 mph, making it the fastest production car in existence. It rockets from 0-60 mph in just 2.4 seconds thanks to an advanced AWD system putting that extreme power to the ground.
Everything about the Chiron screams high-performance, from the aggressive aerodynamic shape to the famous Bugatti horseshoe-shaped front grille. Step inside the 2-seat cockpit and you‘re greeted with the highest quality leather and metals, including a gorgeous glass roof for gazing at the sky. The Chiron takes customization to the next level with seemingly endless color and trim combinations to create your perfect hypercar.
Only 500 total Chiron‘s will ever be produced, with deliveries starting in 2016. If you have the $3.3 million entry fee, you‘ll get a driving experience unmatched by any road-legal sports car ever made.
Lamborghini Aventador S – $518,000
As the flagship V12 model from the legendary Lamborghini brand, the Aventador S coupe delivers the exhilarating performance expected from the Italian exotic maker. The normal Aventador has been replaced by the "S" version, which tunes the ferocious 6.5L V12 to produce 740 hp and 690 Nm of torque. Hitting 0-60 mph in just 2.9 seconds and a top speed of 217 mph, the Aventador S has impressive pace to match its spaceship looks.
The aggressive design language carries over into the driver-focused cockpit, which uses a number of digital displays along with premium leather and Alcantara suede surfaces. Lamborghini‘s Ad Personam customization program offers practically endless combinations to make your Aventador S a 1-of-1 creation. Other highlights include permanent AWD, active rear-wheel steering, and optional transparent engine cover to show off the V12.
For just over $500K, the Lamborghini Aventador S coupe delivers a genuinely exhilarating exotic car experience. Only 4,000 Aventador units will ever be created, cementing its exclusivity for years to come.
Ferrari SF90 Stradale – $625,000
In the hypercar realm dominated by Lamborghini and McLaren, Ferrari stunned the world with their landmark SF90 Stradale. As their first plug-in hybrid model, the SF90 uses a staggering 986 hp powertrain consisting of a mid-mounted 4.0L twin-turbo V8 paired with three electric motors (two on the front axle). With instant electric torque and all-wheel drive, Ferrari quotes a 0-124 mph time of just 6.7 seconds!
On the more practical side, the SF90 Stradale can travel up to 15 miles on pure electric charge for emissions-free driving. The exterior design carries many of Ferrari‘s signature styling elements but modernized into a sleek two-seater hypercar silhouette. Jump inside the cockpit and you‘ll find Ferrari‘s best-ever interior touchpoints and comfort. Being a hybrid, cargo space does suffer slightly but can still fit a decent amount of luggage.
Priced from $625,000, the revolutionary SF90 Stradale takes Ferrari‘s prancing horse emblem into the environmentally-conscious era with blistering performance. Only 2,000 examples are slated for production between 2019-2022.
Rolls-Royce Phantom – $455,000
Representing the pinnacle of luxury craftsmanship, the Rolls-Royce Phantom sedan provides an ultra-luxurious driving experience virtually unmatched anywhere. Power comes from a twin-turbo 6.7L V12 pumping out 563 hp through an 8-speed automatic transmission. Performance is smooth and quiet, accelerating from 0-60 in just 5.3 seconds.
But raw performance takes a backseat to the sublime interior cabin where only the finest leather hides, rare woods, and polished metals make the cut. The enormous backseats offer stretch-out comfort for being chauffeured by your private driver. Extreme attention to detail is seen throughout – like the optional starlight headliner which makes it feel like you‘re gazing at the night sky.
The Rolls-Royce Phantom starts around $455,000 for their base model, reaching well over $500k with common options and customization. With ultra-low year production, anyone spotted in a Phantom instantly commands respect.
Ferrari 812 Superfast – $360,000
Slotting in below the SF90 hybrid model is Ferrari‘s last ultra high-performance V12 combustion engine car – the aptly named 812 Superfast. Handling power duties is a monster 6.5L V12 churning out 789 hp and 530 lb-ft of torque, enabling 0-60 acceleration of just 2.8 seconds. For a more visceral and undiluted Ferrari experience, the 812 Superfast delivers in spades.
That massive V12 powerplant is visible under an optional transparent rear hood, showcasing the mechanical artistry it took to sculpt the 65-degree architecture. Aggressively flared wheel arches hide massive 21-inch wheels housing carbon ceramic brakes for extreme stopping power at high speeds. Inside you‘ll find Ferrari‘s best GT-focused cockpit Look for premium leathers, Alcantara, and lightweight carbon fiber for that race-inspired aesthetic.
The last production run of the Ferrari 812 Superfast has come to an end in 2022. So act fast if you want to own Ferrari‘s swan song for high-revving V12 performance. Pricing starts around $360,000 but can quickly balloon up from there.
Rolls-Royce Ghost – $332,500
Prefer your Rolls-Royce experience in a smaller 4-door package? Then the Ghost sedan perfectly splits the difference between opulent luxury and driver-focused handling. Standard power is a twin-turbo 563 hp 6.6L V12, enabling supercar-like 4.6 0-60 acceleration in total silence and smoothness.
Inside the cabin Rolls-Royce craftsmanship is on full display with extremely limited Ghost production allowing for near limitless bespoke details and features. Rear passengers can stretch out in absolute comfort and even recline the backseats for relaxation. Cutting-edge tech includes a standard advanced driver assistance system for semi-autonomous driving ability.
Starting around $330,000 the Rolls-Royce Ghost delivers a magic carpet ride experience cloaked in timeless elegance and quality.
Rolls-Royce Cullinan – $400,000
Rolls-Royce stunned high society by releasing their first SUV model called the Cullinan. Named after the largest rough diamond ever discovered, the Cullinan exhibits all of Rolls trademark design and engineering but jacked up with more ground clearance. Motivating this 3-ton luxury vehicle is a familiar 6.7L twin-turbo V12 pumping out 563 hp through an 8-speed automatic.
Inside Rolls-Royce adorns the Cullinan with 4 seats swathed in the softest leathers available, separated by a fixed glass partition and fold-out picnic table sets for maximum practicality. An optional "Viewing Suite" replaces the tailgate with outward facing leather chairs – perfect for watching the polo match or opera performance you just arrived at.
With sublime ride quality from its adaptive air suspension, the $400,000+ Rolls-Royce Cullinan literally floats down the road in silence. It‘s the only ultra-luxury SUV in existence.
Aston Martin DBS Superleggera – $304,995
Representing one of the most beautiful GT cars ever created, the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera brings a muscular yet elegant shape to life. Power is supplied by a 5.2L twin-turbo V12 sending 715 hp to the rear wheels via an 8-speed auto. Performance is properly quick, hitting 60 mph in just 3.4 seconds and 211 mph top speed.
But you don‘t buy this British grand tourer simply for speed. No, it‘s the DBS‘s style and road presence that makes it worth upward of $300k. The interior is befitting a work of art, encasing driver and passenger in leather hides, metal trim, and an optional carbon fiber finish. As a more driver-focused celebration of motoring, the DBS Superleggera takes a different path than Rolls-Royce and their pursuit of isolation.
With production capped at no more than 24 units per month worldwide, the DBS Superleggera cuts a mean profile that properly honors its iconic nameplate. It begs to be unleashed on an open mountain road.
McLaren 720S – $315,000
Hailing from England‘s McLaren brand, the 720S supercar stunned the world as a performance bargain starting around $315k. Motivation comes from McLaren‘s 4.0L twin-turbo V8 churning out 710 hp and 568 lb-ft of torque. That‘s enough grunt for sub 3-second 0-60 runs and a top speed over 212 mph – hypercar territory for significantly less investment.
Being built from McLaren‘s race-bred carbon fiber chassis and body panels, the 720S tips the scales under just 3,000 pounds dry weight. The exotic dihedral doors lift up and forward for easy ingress/egress, unveiling a race-inspired cockpit built for speed. Yet the 720S can also smooth out for comfortable daily driving duties thanks to its adaptive suspension setup.
Blending extreme performance with surprising everyday livability, the McLaren 720S opens up the exotic car ownership experience compared to its pricier competition. Only 4,000 total units will be made ensuring this British rocket remains a rare bird.
The Takeaway
These 9 exotic hypercars represent the pinnacle of automotive engineering paired with virtually limitless customization to create rolling works of art. With price tags ranging from $300,000 all the way upwards of $3 million, they appeal to a billionaire buyers club who demand the very best in styling, performance, and exclusivity.
While they may seem like transportation from another planet, these expensive exotic cars still rely on traditional underpinnings of leather, rare woods, metals, and turbine engines. Their extremity highlights just how far the automobile has come in little over a century – but also where hypercars may head in the electrified era with autonomous and artificial intelligence technologies on the horizon.
Owning any one of these dream machines provides instant access into an elite club. But for most admirers, spotting one roaming local roads will probably remain a rare sight worth celebrating because of their outrageous performance abilities. The master craftsmanship required for creating these automotive sculptures will continue to push boundaries as exterior designs grow even more radical in the future.
