Dirt 5is possible the best off-road racing game yet, beingone of the highest rating PS5 gamesof 2020. At least that’s what a lot of fans are saying. For one, it’s gorgeous, and players get to travel the globe, racing in all sorts of exotic places. Combine that with the most iconic cars and biggest beasts in the history of off-roading, and players haveDirt 5.
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This game perfectly combines the love of cars with the awesome feeling of racing, introducing some timeless classics alongside some of the more modern off-road kings, so there’s something for everyone out there.The selection is so big in fact, that players have a hard time choosing from all the possibilities. This is why players everywhere have shared what the best and most thrilling cars are in the game.
Updated on June 07, 2025 by Emma Majoros: Since the game’srelease on PS Plus, Dirt 5 has once again made its way into everyone’s radar as one of the best racing games today. And what makes it even better is its exceptional selection ofreal and fictional carsplayers can purchase and use throughout the game. And while the game isn’t fully pronounced for the PS5 features, Dirt 5 certainly looks best on the platform, especially after balancing out the HDR settings to suit each player’s needs.
12Porsche 959 Prodrive Rally Raid
One of the more nostalgic cars, this timeless Porsche 959 (left on the image) is a very solid car when it comes toDirt 5. It’s super fun to drive, it will definitely win most races, and can handle off-roading well.
The Porsche 959 looks like a jewelry box, but at the same time, it’s very powerful, and is a wise investment, especially for those car-savvies out there who can really appreciate what this car is all about. The 959 got a couple of noteworthy wins during the 1980s, and the vehicle is fondly remembered because of them.
11Volkswagen Beetle Rallycross
Surprisingly for some, this is one of thebest rallycross carsinDirt 5, proving to be everything that’s missing from the life of the player. Driving it is incredibly easy, handling is a dream, it’s just a smooth car.
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The Beetle looks amazing, and it flies on the track. It’s not the most exciting in the game, and definitely not the most awesome-looking, but the Beetle is just a smooth ride and will really prove to be an asset in races. In real life, the vehicle has an impressive track record of victories, scoring plenty of victories during the 2010s.
10Lotus Exige R-GT Rally
This rally GT car is the best if players strive for speed. This speedster is incredibly fun to drive, easy to handle, and is very strong in the corners of the track, so when handling it right, players don’t need to learn the hand break turning.
People love to drive it, it’s fast, it’s fun, it looks like every little boys' dream car, and it proves to be just that during gameplay. This car is the definition oflove at first sight.
9Lancia Stratos
A representative of theclassic rally category, this weird-looking classic car will be an absolute beast on the road. The Lancia Stratos is powerful, incredibly fast, and, with the help of the hand brake, will take any turn faster than the rest of them.
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This is definitely one of thebest cars inDirt 5, especially for those looking for a classic to show off with. Not to mention it looks awesome and it’s very fun and easy to drive. The Lancia Stratos has been a staple of theDirtfranchise since 2000’sColin McRae Rally 2.0; at this point, a new entry in the series would not feel complete without this car making an appearance in some form.
8Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI
Representing the 90S rally-type cars, this Mitsubishi will be a real throwback for those Gen X players out there. But for the younger audiences, it’s still a known classic.
The Mitsubishi Lancer is the king of off-road racing because it’s a real beast on the rougher terrains and elsewhere. One of the fan-favorites in the game, and for a good reason. A beast off-road, and a real speedster on smooth terrain, this car is a smart investment and a true classic beauty.
7Porsche Macan T1 Rally Raid
This cross raid car is not onlyone of the best cars in the entire game, but is relatively cheap, so players should buy it early on in the gameplay. It looks absolutely amazing, and it’s the best SUV type car in the game.
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The Porsche Macan is a real asset when it comes to Rally Raid races, and its performance is amazing. This car is worth the money and will be the best investment in the game.
6WS Auto Racing Mudclaw
Part of the limited “Rock Bouncer” class, the Mudclaw isone of the most fun carsinDirt 5. It’s a fictional car in this universe, with monster-truck-like wheels, a Buggy body, and best of all, all-terrain functions.
It makesDirt 5so entertaining that players will not even care about winning the race as long as they can make a mess of the entire map and fall over as many times as possible. It’s just a fun feel-good time, and its bright colors just make it even better (especially on PS5).
5Porsche 911 SC/RS Rally
In the category of the classic rally, the Porsche 911 is the most well-known car model. Not only in the game but possibly in real life as well. Everyone knows it, everyone loves it, and most people understand the value that it holds in the world of cars.
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In-game, it’s still the one to beat. In looks, finesse, and strength. Of course, some newer models will surely meet the mark, but this timeless beauty will be feared by many, and loved by all. A Porsche going off-roading is a bizarre thought, butDirt 5pulls it off, and people who start driving it rarely want to stop. It’s a feeling.
4Fiat 131 Abarth Rally
A perfect classic rally car, the Fiat Abarth will make even the youngest of players feel nostalgic for the good ol' times. What’s best about this car is its versatility, as it can stand its own on all types of terrain, while other cars in the class are “strictly” rally racers.
In real life, the Fiat 131 Abarth earned the attention of millions in the ’70s (to early ’80s) after winning 20 dirt races, taking its rightful place as one of the most iconic retro racers out there.
3Ford RS200
The king of the 80S rally category, the Ford RS200 is an absolute beast, and a fan-favorite, especially for those who understand the timelessness this car represents. Every player knows this legendary car, and everyone who drives it adores it.
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When off-roading, it really stands out, it’s easy to handle, it can take sharp corners, and is very powerful. On softer terrain, the newer models will mostly be faster, but still, people manage to hold up quite an impressive winning streak with this beast as well.
