Retro Rally

Best Retro Rally by Offroad in Forza Horizon 5

Retro Rally is one of the most popular car categories in FH5. These five post the highest Offroad ratings in the category.

Updated February 2025 Ranked by Offroad · 18 cars analyzed
7.6
Best Offroad
Retro Rally
Type
AWD, RWD
Drivetrain
120K CR
Cheapest
18
Cars in Group
#1
Rank
1986 Lancia Delta S4 B682

1986 Lancia Delta S4

RARE RETRO RALLY AWD
1,000,000 CR
1986 Lancia Delta S4

The undisputed Offroad champion in this group. A natural advantage that's hard to overcome, even with a perfect tune on a weaker platform.

Speed
5.0
Handling
4.9
Accel
5.5
Launch
5.5
Braking
3.7
Offroad
7.6
Power 247 HP
Torque 214 lb-ft
Weight 2,646 lbs
Displacement 1.76L
Front % 45%
Drivetrain AWD
View full 1986 Lancia Delta S4 details →
#2
Rank
1984 Peugeot 205 Turbo 16 B616

1984 Peugeot 205 Turbo 16

LEGENDARY RETRO RALLY AWD
200,000 CR
1984 Peugeot 205 Turbo 16

A strong Offroad contender that's remarkably close to the top. Balanced and versatile across multiple track types.

Speed
5.0
Handling
4.6
Accel
4.4
Launch
1.6
Braking
3.6
Offroad
7.4
Power 200 HP
Torque 188 lb-ft
Weight 2,524 lbs
Displacement 1.78L
Front % 45%
Drivetrain AWD
View full 1984 Peugeot 205 Turbo 16 details →
#3
Rank
1982 Lancia 037 Stradale B647

1982 Lancia 037 Stradale

RARE RETRO RALLY RWD
750,000 CR
1982 Lancia 037 Stradale

Pairs high Offroad with competitive all-around performance — a rare combination. An excellent all-rounder that doesn't force trade-offs.

Speed
5.2
Handling
5.0
Accel
4.5
Launch
2.8
Braking
3.7
Offroad
7.1
Power 202 HP
Torque 172 lb-ft
Weight 2,540 lbs
Displacement 2L
Front % 44%
Drivetrain RWD
View full 1982 Lancia 037 Stradale details →
#4
Rank
1980 Renault 5 Turbo C521

1980 Renault 5 Turbo

RARE RETRO RALLY RWD
120,000 CR
1980 Renault 5 Turbo

A great mid-price option with Offroad that punches above its weight. Lower PI leaves significant tuning headroom.

Speed
4.6
Handling
4.0
Accel
4.6
Launch
3.4
Braking
2.9
Offroad
6.3
Power 157 HP
Torque 163 lb-ft
Weight 2,138 lbs
Displacement 1.4L
Front % 40%
Drivetrain RWD
View full 1980 Renault 5 Turbo details →
#5
Rank
1986 Citroen Bx4tc C567

1986 Citroen Bx4tc

EPIC RETRO RALLY AWD
250,000 CR
1986 Citroen Bx4tc

The most accessible car on this list with Offroad that holds its own against pricier competition. Ideal for budget builds.

Speed
5.1
Handling
4.4
Accel
4.1
Launch
2.4
Braking
3.1
Offroad
6.2
Power 197 HP
Torque 217 lb-ft
Weight 2,822 lbs
Displacement 2.14L
Front % 62%
Drivetrain AWD
View full 1986 Citroen Bx4tc details →
Our Methodology

How We Ranked These Cars

The rankings above are based on stock performance data — every car shown is completely untuned, straight from the Autoshow. If a car ranks #1 for Offroad in stock form, it has a natural advantage that's hard to overcome.

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Why Offroad Matters

In Forza Horizon 5, the Offroad stat reflects traction and control on loose surfaces. Cross-country and dirt events demand cars that stay composed off-tarmac.

Budget vs. Premium Picks

If you're just starting out, the 1986 Citroen Bx4tc at 250,000 CR is a strong entry point. The 1986 Lancia Delta S4 leads at 7.6 Offroad, but costs 1,000,000 CR.