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13/12/2024

Best supercars in 2025

Written By Andrew Brady

Best supercars in 2025

Supercar – even the name of this class sounds like a hit of adrenaline. And that’s exactly what these high performance marvels are all about, even if a lot of them spend more time posing that pacing.

Then again, both looks and speed are essential components of any great supercar, along with physics-defying handling and (usually) a price tag to have you picking those winning Lottery numbers.

You’ll also need plenty of cash in reserve to run one of these delectable machines, though most owners tend to view that as a price worth paying for a work of art they can also use on the road or track.

Whether you go new or used, our list of the 10 best supercars includes the exotic names you’d expect, plus a couple you might not. There’s even a pair that make more than nod to being environmentally friendly.


Best supercars in 2025

  1. Porsche 911 GT2 RS
  2. Audi R8 Performance
  3. McLaren 720S
  4. Aston Martin DBS Superleggera
  5. Ferrari 812 Superfast
  6. Ford GT
  7. Honda NSX
  8. Maserati MC20
  9. Mercedes-AMG GT
  10. Maserati GranTurismo Foglore

1. Porsche 911 GT2 RS

Year launched: 2010

Porsche 911 GT RS on road
9/10

If you're looking for a performance car, a Porsche 911 of some description really ought to be on your radar. It's popular for a reason: nothing else combines driving enjoyment with everyday useability as well as a 911.

It might be a few years old now, but the Porsche 911 GT2 RS remains our pick of the bunch. With a rear-mounted 3.8-litre flat-six turbocharged engine, its 700PS will get you from a standing start to 62mph in 2.8 seconds if you can grab one with the Weissach pack.

The ride is quite simply brilliant, and if you’re in any doubt about its on-track capabilities, then let’s just remember this is the car that held the lap record at the Nürburgring.

2. Audi R8 Performance

Year launched: 2015

Audi R8 (2015-2024) Review Driving Front
9/10

Some supercar buyers might snub the Audi R8 purely on the basis that it's made by the same firm that sells the A1 city car, but if you do, you'll miss out on one of the most impressive performance cars money can buy.

Go for the Audi R8 Performance for maximum bragging rights. Its V10 engine (that's the one out of the Lamborghini Huracan) packs 620PS, resulting in 0-62mph acceleration in just 3.1 seconds. It runs out of puff at around 206mph, which isn't too shabby for a moderately affordable (in relative terms) supercar. And since it's now only available as a used car, it'll be even more affordable.

The best thing about the Audi R8 is how accessible that performance is. Unlike a lot of the cars featured here, the R8 isn't a pain to drive every day. And when you're in the mood for driving quickly, its all-wheel-drive system helps ensures the wheels remain on the tarmac.

3. McLaren 720S

Year launched: 2017

McLaren 720S front exterior
8/10

On our A-Z of the 10 best supercars, M is most definitely for McLaren. The Woking manufacturer is best known for its Formula 1 expertise, but it also makes some pretty damn impressive road cars.

But which one should you spend your lotto win on? Truth be told, they’re all rather good, but the V-Power that runs through our veins gets pushed around a little bit quicker when we see the McLaren 720S. If you hadn’t guessed, there’s 720PS available from the 4.0-litre twin-turbo, and enough performance on hand to worry cars that cost three times the price.

Some people – including us - would say that it’s the best supercar in its class with its perfect blend of going forward quickly, stopping quickly, and cornering quickly. What’s not to love?

4. Aston Martin DBS Superleggera

Year launched: 2018

Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Exterior Side
8/10

Aston Martin might be better known for its wafty GT cars, but none of them are lacking supercar pace. Our pick of the range is the incredible DBS Superleggera: one howl from that 5.2-litre twin-turbo V12 is guaranteed to make your knees quiver.

Like all the best supercars, the DBS Superleggera (that's Italian for 'super light' if you're wondering), is more about the drama than outright speed. But don't underestimate the performance on offer. It can hit 100mph in 6.7 seconds, while it maxes out at 211mph. Not that we'd recommend doing any of this on public roads.

New ones are not available any more, but a budget of £125,000 will pick up a low-mileage example, a saving of £50,000. Or about two Volkswagen Golfs...

5. Ferrari 812 Superfast

Year launched: 2017

Ferrari 812 Superfast on road
8/10

There are three things you need to know about this car. One: it’s a Ferrari. Two: it’s called Superfast for a reason. Three: the ‘8’ relates to the car’s 800PS power output, while the ‘12’ is shorthand for V12.

So, if you fancy an Italian front-engined rear-wheel-drive 6.5-litre road-going supercar with a top speed of 211mph and handling that is just sublime, this is the car you’ve been looking for. It's a successor to the old F12 Berlinetta and features tech highlights from the incredible LaFerrari hypercar.

Of course, if the Ferrari 812 Superfast doesn't float your boat, there are one or two other supercars made by the Italian manufacturer that might get your heart racing. The Ferrari 488 is about as 'everyman' as a Ferrari gets, while the Ferrari Portofino is the car for you if open-top motoring appeals. There's even the plug-in hybrid 296 GTB and its open-top GTS sister.

6. Ford GT

Year launched: 2017

Ford GT at Goodwood
8/10

We've already touched on the appeal of a supercar with an Audi badge... but how about one with a blue oval on the front?! The Ford GT might be sold by the same car maker that's responsible for the humble Puma, but its heritage goes back to 1966 when the historic Ford GT40 beat Ferrari at the Le Mans 24 Hour Race.

The 2017 Ford GT has quite a cool story behind it. It was designed as part of a covert operation at the brand's Dearborn design studio. Only a handful of Ford workers knew about it, and it was a complete surprise when it was officially revealed at the 2015 North American Auto Show.

Only a very limited number of Ford GTs were built and demand is high. If you want one, you'll need to spend well over half a million quid. Think of it as an investment...

7. Honda NSX

Year launched: 2017

Honda NSX (2019-2022) Review: exterior front three quarter photo of the Honda NSX on the road
8/10

The Honda NSX is possibly the most innovative supercar to feature on this list. It comes with hybrid power, combining a twin-turbocharged 3.5-litre V6 petrol engine with three (three!) electric motors. Still, if that's good enough for the likes of the McLaren P1 hypercar, it's good enough for a sporty Honda.

Acceleration to 62mph takes 'less than 3.0 seconds', while top speed is in excess of 191mph. That's pretty good for a car that weighs more than 1800kg (those hybrid batteries aren't light, you know).

The Honda NSX's handling is impressive for such a heavy car, too, while its party piece is being able to set off under electric power alone. Yes, this is a supercar that will impress your neighbours, especially at six o'clock in the morning.

8. Maserati MC20

Year launched: 2021

Maserati MC20
8/10

A 3.0-litre V6 engine, 630HP, 0-62mph in under three seconds, a top speed of over 200mph, butterfly doors and fighter-jet aesthetics. There’s no denying the MC20 is a proper supercar.

The cabin is clad with leather, Alcantara and carbon fibre, and there are minimal switches and buttons. Maserati has instead opted for a touchscreen display and large digital cluster to control most of the functions.

It’s got the looks, it’s got the performance, and it’s got the customary supercar limited luggage space. Oh, and the price? It starts at around £230,000. Super.

9. Mercedes-AMG GT

Year launched: 2014

Mercedes-AMG GT Review 2023: rear
7/10

If a Porsche 911 just isn't exciting enough for you, the Mercedes-AMG GT is a slightly bonkers alternative that, in GT R flavour, packs nearly 600PS. With a stonking great 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine up front and power being sent to the rear wheels, the AMG GT R feels quite old school in its approach: eager to overwhelm the tyres and send you sideways into a hedge if you don't treat it with the respect it deserves. 

It's certainly exciting, though, and feels considerably more special than its £100k price tag (for a used one) suggests. If you really want to stand out, look for one with the 'Green Hell' exterior paint: it's an acquired taste, sure, but it's more interesting than a black or silver supercar, in our opinion.

Not fussed about outright performance but want to be able to make the most of the UK's two sunny days a year in your AMG GT? You can also buy a convertible model, badged the Roadster. Prices for used models start from around £65,000 - now you're tempted.

10. Maserati GranTurismo Foglore

Year launched: 2024

Maserati GranTurismo
8/10

We make no apologies for including a second Maserati in this list as the GranTurismo Foglore is a very special car. It may looks like the petrol-engined coupe model it shares the first part of its name with, but the Foglore is every bit a supercar in its performance.

Thanks to an all-electric drivetrain, with three motors powering all four wheels - two for the rear axle, one for the front axle - it can deliver an astounding 0-62mph time of just 2.7 seconds. It will also top out at more than 200mph, and just as impressively it can add 60 miles of battery range in a mere five minutes with a suitably rapid charger.

As well as this, the Foglore is delightful to look at, can seat four, and comes with all the luxury goodies you could ask for - though Maserati will still happily relieve you of more money if you want to splash out on the options list.

The definition of a supercar varies but, essentially, it's a road-legal car with an incredible amount of power. Today's supercars are generally two-door coupes with more than 500PS, capable of accelerating from 0-62mph in around 3.0 seconds. Top speed is usually nudging an incredible 200mph.

The best supercar really depends on your requirements. Our money would probably go on the Audi R8 - it's certainly one of the most useable supercars on the market, and its V10 engine never gets boring. The Ferrari 488 is a more exciting choice and will turn more heads, while the Mercedes-AMG also feels incredibly special.

This probably depends on your definition of a supercar. The Porsche 911 is relatively commonplace, which means values aren't super high. If you're supercar shopping on a budget, you won't go wrong with a used Porsche 911 of some description.

This will depend on your definition. Porsche and Mercedes both produce supercars that shouldn’t leave you on the phone to the AA. But surely Ferrari’s ‘XX’ cars, which aren’t even road legal, get flown out to a track day, and come with their own engineers, are the height of reliability. You'd hope so, anyway...

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