Forza Horizon 5 is revving up for the European Automotive Festival, a thrilling four-week celebration of classic and contemporary European engineering. Get ready to add eight iconic vehicles to your collection, with two tantalizing unlockable showcased each week. This series kicks off on Sun, March 3 at 9:19 PM.
This showcase is all about diversity – from elegant sports cars to groundbreaking electric vehicles and workhorse utility models, you’ll find something to satisfy your automotive passions. To unlock these exclusive cars, you’ll need to rack up those Festival Playlist points and conquer a variety of challenges and events.
Forza Horizon 5: New Cars
Week 1: Summer Sizzlers
- 2022 Aston Martin Valkyrie AMR Pro (Earn 20 PTS during the Summer season. Available March 3 – March 7)
This British beast explodes onto the scene with a monstrous hybrid 6.5-liter V12, delivering a mind-blowing 1,000 horsepower. Forget the refined Aston Martin image; the Valkyrie AMR Pro is pure, unfiltered insanity inside and out. Unleash this chariot of fire and prepare to conquer the Festival Playlist. - 1968 Lancia Fulvia Coupé Rallye 1.6 HF (Complete the “Lucky Lancia” Seasonal Championship. Available March 3 – March 7)
From the legendary Italian rally champions comes the legendary Lancia Fulvia Coupé Rallye 1.6 HF. This off-road warrior, with its innovative V4 engine, etched its name into motorsport history. Experience a piece of racing heritage, perfect for tearing up the Mexican landscape.
Week 2: Autumn Adventures
- 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 (Earn 20 PTS during the Autumn season. Available March 7 – March 14)
Practicality meets power in the all-electric 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 SUV. Experience the instant acceleration typical of EVs with its 295 hp engine propelling you from 0-60 mph in a brisk 5.4 seconds. This versatile machine begs for customization – tune it for speed or off-road dominance. - 1975 Citroën DS 23 (Complete the “Cult Legends” Seasonal Championship. Available March 7 – March 14)
French automotive artistry comes to life in the 1975 Citroën DS 23. Its revolutionary hydraulic system delivers an incredibly smooth, almost otherworldly ride. Avant-garde styling and futuristic design cemented its status as a true design icon. Experience this “goddess” of the road for yourself.
Week 3: Winter Wonders
- 2021 Mercedes-AMG SL 63 (Earn 20 PTS during the Winter season. Available March 14 – March 21)
The classic Mercedes convertible gets a high-octane makeover. The 2021 Mercedes-AMG SL 63 packs a 4.0-liter V8 twin-turbo, rocketing to 60 mph (ca. 97 km/h) in a mere 3.6 seconds. German craftsmanship blends with pure power – the perfect recipe for drop-top thrills. - 2002 Lotus Esprit V8 Complete the “Lotus Leaf” Seasonal Championship. Available March 14 – March 21)
This British legend returns! The 2002 Lotus Esprit V8 combines iconic wedge-styling with a potent 3.5-liter V8 engine. It’s a true driver’s car, offering razor-sharp handling and old-school thrills without the need for modern electronic aids.
Week 4: Spring Surprises
- 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 E (Earn 20 PTS during the Spring season. Available March 21 – March 28)
Don’t be fooled by its demure looks – the 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 E is a wolf in sheep’s clothing. This sleeper sedan hides a tuned 5.0-liter V8, incredible aerodynamics, and a surprisingly sporty spirit. Create your own luxury performance monster. - 1966 Volkswagen Double Cab Pick-up Complete the “V Double You” Seasonal Championship. Available March 21 – March 28)
The VW Type 2 gets an adventurous makeover as the 1966 Volkswagen Double Cab Pick-up. This quirky utility vehicle is all about versatility. Build your own custom DoKa and conquer the Horizon Festival’s diverse challenges.
Rev Your Engines for the Horizon Race-Off!
The specifics are still under the hood, but rumors whisper of exhilarating new race types, challenging tracks, and white-knuckled competition in Forza Horizon 5. Will you dominate the leaderboard or end up in the dust? One thing’s for sure – the European Automotive Festival is the perfect way to prepare your garage for the ultimate racing showdown. So, what are you waiting for? Start collecting these remarkable European machines, hone your driving skills, and get ready to conquer the Horizon Race-Off! See you on the starting grid, racers!
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