Best S1 Class Drag Racing Cars — Forza Horizon 6

Straight-line launches. Raw power, traction and gearing decide it. Here are the best S1-class (PI 801–900) cars to build for drag racing.

Early meta — read this first. FH6 only just launched, so this is an editorial shortlist based on each car’s body style, drivetrain and class — a smart starting point, not verified leaderboard data. We update it as community tunes and lap times are confirmed.
  1. #1 2025 Ford Mustang GTD S1 Muscle · RWD · 🇺🇸 United States
  2. #2 2024 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 S1 Muscle · RWD · 🇺🇸 United States
  3. #3 2024 Shelby Mustang Super Snake S1 Muscle · RWD · 🇺🇸 United States
  4. #4 2020 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 S1 Muscle · RWD · 🇺🇸 United States
  5. #5 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon S1 Muscle · RWD · 🇺🇸 United States
  6. #6 2013 Shelby Mustang Shelby 1000 S1 Muscle · RWD · 🇺🇸 United States
  7. #7 2025 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale S1 Modern Supercars · RWD · 🇮🇹 Italy
  8. #8 2024 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray S1 Modern Supercars · AWD · 🇺🇸 United States
  9. #9 2024 Donkervoort F22 S1 Track Toys · RWD · 🇳🇱 Netherlands
  10. #10 2024 KTM X-Bow GTX S1 Track Toys · RWD · 🇦🇹 Austria
  11. #11 2024 McLaren 750S S1 Modern Supercars · RWD · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
  12. #12 2024 Nissan GT-R NISMO S1 Modern Supercars · AWD · 🇯🇵 Japan

How to use this list

Pick a car you like the feel of from the top of the list, then build it to the S1-class ceiling (PI 801–900). Our tuning guide walks through upgrade order, tyres and gearing for drag racing. For credits to buy and upgrade these cars, see the credit farming guide.

→ tuning guide · credit farming guide

FAQ

What is the best S1 class car for drag racing in Forza Horizon 6?

Our current top pick is the 2025 Ford Mustang GTD. Straight-line launches. Raw power, traction and gearing decide it.

How are these S1 drag racing rankings made?

Forza Horizon 6 launched recently, so these picks are an editorial shortlist based on body style, drivetrain and car type best suited to drag racing. They will be refined as in-game telemetry and community tunes are verified.

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