Fastest cars
Discover the pinnacle of automotive engineering with the top five fastest cars in the world. These hypercars push the limits of speed, power, and design, featuring cutting-edge technology and jaw-dropping performance. From Bugatti’s record-breaking Chiron Super Sport to Koenigsegg’s lightning-fast Jesko Absolut, these machines redefine what it means to be fast. Whether built for the track or the road, each vehicle showcases the incredible innovation driving today’s high-performance automotive industry.
5 Bugatti Tourbillon - 277 mph
Marking 20 years since the iconic Veyron, the Bugatti Tourbillon stands as one of the brand’s most powerful creations to date. Powered by a V16 engine producing an astonishing 1,775 horsepower, the Tourbillon delivers extreme performance. While its top speed is an impressive 277 mph (445.79 km/h), production models are electronically limited to 236 mph (379.8 km/h) for safety and road use compliance.
4 Koenigsegg Agera RS - 278 mph
The Koenigsegg Agera RS, an enhanced and lighter evolution of the Agera R, was engineered by the Swedish automaker Koenigsegg for peak performance. In 2017, it earned the title of the world's fastest car by accelerating from 0 to 250 mph (400 km/h) in just 36.4 seconds—beating the Bugatti Chiron’s time of 41.6 seconds, according to Auto Express.
3 Bugatti Chiron Super Sport - 304.7 mph
In 2019, professional driver Andy Wallace pushed the boundaries of speed by piloting the 8.0-liter quad-turbocharged Bugatti Chiron Super Sport to a record-breaking 304.7 mph (490.37 km/h) at the Ehra-Lessien test track. This achievement solidified the Chiron Super Sport’s status as a groundbreaking feat of automotive engineering and a symbol of Bugatti’s relentless pursuit of performance.
2 Bugatti Bolide - 311 mph
The Bugatti Bolide combines futuristic design with raw, unrelenting speed. Crafted specifically for track performance, this hypercar is powered by an 8.0-liter W16 engine with four turbochargers, delivering an astonishing 1,850 horsepower. With a top speed of 311 mph (500.51 km/h), the Bolide ranks among the fastest vehicles ever engineered, pushing the limits of what’s possible on four wheels.
1 Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut - 311/330 mph
Koenigsegg’s Jesko Absolut is engineered with a 5.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine that produces up to 1,600 horsepower—even when fueled with E85 biofuel, according to Robb Report. Company founder Christian von Koenigsegg has stated that while the car was initially built to exceed 311 mph (500.51 km/h), its true potential could reach an astounding 330 mph (531.08 km/h), positioning it as a contender for the title of the world’s fastest car.