Forza Horizon 6: Best Off-Road Cars

Japan's terrain in Forza Horizon 6 goes well beyond paved roads. Forests, mountain trails, rice paddy fields, and steep hillsides make up a significant chunk of the map. If you are serious about cross-country racing or danger sign events, having the right off-road car makes a massive difference. Here are the best off-road cars in Forza Horizon 6 we think you should be driving around.

Best Off-Road Cars in Forza Horizon 6

Ford #2069 Ford Performance Bronco R (2020)

The Ford Bronco R is about as purpose-built for off-road as it gets in Forza Horizon 6. It comes stock with off-road tires, sits in the dedicated off-road car type, and carries a perfect off-road stat of 10, meaning it handles rough terrain as well as anything in the game. Its AWD system and near-perfect 49% front-weight distribution give it exceptional stability when crossing uneven ground. The tradeoffs are obvious from the stats. At 6,500 lb, it is by far the heaviest car on this list, and its handling of 4.0 and acceleration of 3.2 reflect that mass. At 450,000 CR, it is expensive, but for dedicated cross-country events, it is worth every credit.

MINI X-Raid John Cooper Works Buggy (2018)

The MINI X-Raid Buggy is the most interesting car on this list for one simple reason: you do not buy it. It is earned as a reward for reaching Cross Country Tier 5 in the Journal, which means it costs nothing and can be unlocked purely by playing the game. That alone makes it worth pursuing, but the car itself is genuinely capable.

Porsche Macan LPR Rally Raid (2018)

The Porsche Macan LPR Rally Raid sits in an interesting middle ground between a pure off-road vehicle and something more versatile. Its off-road stat is a perfect 10, it comes on off-road tires, and its AWD system with a 53% front weight bias gives it stable and predictable behavior across loose surfaces. What makes it stand out from the Bronco R is the weight. At 4,899 lb, it is significantly lighter than the Ford, which translates to better responsiveness when direction changes are needed. At 250,000 CR, it is also the most affordable outright purchase on this list, making it a solid first serious off-road investment for players who have not yet unlocked the MINI Buggy through the Journal.

Dodge Viper GTS ACR Forza Edition (1999)

The Dodge Viper GTS ACR Forza Edition is the wildcard on this list, and it deserves its place purely because of how unexpected it is. On paper, a 1999 Viper has no business being an off-road car. In practice, this Forza Edition variant sits in the Unlimited Off-road car type with an off-road stat of 9.9, the highest of any non-dedicated off-road vehicle in the game.

Ford F-150 Raptor R Welcome Pack (2023)

The Ford F-150 Raptor R is the most powerful car on this list by a considerable distance. Its acceleration stat of 7.3 and launch of 6.8 are both the highest on this list, meaning it gets to speed faster than dedicated off-road machines that weigh significantly less. For open cross-country events where flat-out speed (fastest car) across rough ground matters as much as handling, that power advantage is very real. Its off-road stat of 9.7 is not quite a perfect 10 like the Bronco R, Macan, and MINI Buggy, but in practice, the difference is barely noticeable. It comes stock on off-road tires and sits in the Pickups and 4x4s category, which means it handles bumps, drops, and loose terrain with the kind of composure you would expect from a purpose-built truck.

Which One Should You Pick

If you want the best pure off-road experience and budget is not a concern, the Ford Bronco R is the most capable and confidence-inspiring vehicle for rough terrain. Nothing handles difficult ground as consistently as a dedicated AWD off-road machine at this weight class.

And if you have the Premium Edition and want something completely different, the Dodge Viper Forza Edition is the most fun off-road car in the game by a significant margin. For more guides, check out our Forza Horizon 6 wiki.