The landscape of exotic cars has transformed significantly over the past decade. In 2009, the Bugatti Veyron captured global attention as one of the first cars priced at INR 8.40 crore ($1 million). Today, the market presents a wide array of options for those seeking vehicles in the million-dollar range and above.
Top 10 World’s Most Expensive Cars
| Rank | Cars | Price |
| 1 | Rolls Royce La Rose Noire Droptail | INR 251.24 crore |
| 2 | Rolls Royce Boat Tail | INR 234.04 crore |
| 3 | Bugatti La Voiture Noire | INR 156.48 crore |
| 4 | Pagani Zonda HP Barchetta | INR 142.37 crore |
| 5 | SP Automotive Chaos | INR 120.60 crore |
| 6 | Rolls Royce Sweptail | INR 108.87 crore |
| 7 | Bugatti Centodieci | INR 73.78 crore |
| 8 | Mercedes Maybach Exelero | INR 67.00 crore |
| 9 | Pagani Huayra Codalunga | INR 61.93 crore |
| 10 | Bugatti Divo | INR 46.06 crore |
Rolls Royce La Rose Noire Droptail
The Rolls-Royce La Rose Noire Droptail is now the most expensive car in the world, breaking away from the brand’s usual four-seater design with a sleek two-seater configuration. This supercar also features a removable hardtop. Under the hood, it has a twin-turbocharged 6.75-liter V-12 engine that delivers 563 bhp and 820 Nm of torque.
Measuring 5.3 meters in length and 2 meters in width, the La Rose Noire Droptail has a dynamic body colour that shifts depending on the viewing angle. Achieving this unique color effect took 150 tests and the development of a secret base for the paint.
Brand: Rolls Royce
Launch Year: 2023
Key Feature: The car’s design is inspired by the Black Baccara rose, a flower native to France.
Rolls Royce Boat Tail
The Boat Tail, following in the footsteps of the remarkable Sweptail unveiled in 2017, stands out with its striking two-tone exterior and luxurious finish. The rear deck of the Boat Tail reimagines the wooden decks of the classic Rolls-Royce boat tail cars from the 1930s.
Brand: Rolls Royce
Launch Year: 2021
Key Feature: Inside, the car features an opulent “hosting suite,” complete with a built-in sun umbrella and a champagne fridge.
Bugatti La Voiture Noire
The Bugatti La Voiture Noire, meaning “the black car” in French, is powered by a formidable quad-turbo 8-liter W16 engine, generating 1479 horsepower and 1600 Nm of torque.
Brand: Bugatti
Launch Year: 2019
Key Feature: Its design is further highlighted by six exhaust tips
Pagani Honda HP Barchetta
Founded in 1992 by Horacio Pagani, Pagani Automobili is a prestigious Italian brand recognized for creating some of the most sought-after cars in the world. While firmly established in the hypercar arena, Pagani sets itself apart from rivals like Lamborghini and Ferrari by intentionally limiting its production.
The car has Mercedes-Benz AMG V12 60 engine with forged aluminum alloy app monolithic wheel, 20 inch in the front and 21 inch in the rear
Brand: Pagani
Launch Year: 2017
Key Feature: The car has been introduced with only three units set to be made. One of these will be kept by Horacio Pagani himself.
SP Automative Chaos
Famous Greek automotive designer Spyros Panopoulos has two high-performance cars, both featuring advanced materials.
The SP Automotive Chaos Earth Version serves as the base model. For those seeking even more power, the Zero Gravity version takes things to the next level with a quad-turbo V-10 engine. This version can accelerate from 0 to 62 mph (100 km/h) in just 1.55 seconds and complete a quarter-mile in under 7.5 seconds.
Brand: Spyros Panopoulos
Launch Year: 2021
Key Feature: The Earth version delivers 2048 hp while Zero Gravity version delivers 3065 hp.
Rolls Royce Sweptail
The Rolls-Royce Sweptail pays homage to the coachbuilt designs of the 1920s and 1930s, distinguished by its sweeping roofline. Its front end draws inspiration from the pre-facelift Phantom Coupé, showcasing round headlights paired with rectangular daytime running LEDs.
Brand: Rolls Royce
Launch Year: 2017
Key Feature: The centerpiece is Rolls-Royce’s largest modern-era Pantheon grille, framed in brushed aluminum.
Bugatti Centodieci
The Centodieci celebrates Bugatti’s 110-year legacy. Inspired by the legendary EB110, the Centodieci—Italian for 110—mixes the essence of its predecessor with cutting-edge performance and futuristic design.
Brand: Bugatti
Launch Year: 2019
Key Feature: Only 10 units were produced
Mercedes Maybach Exelero
Designed in 2004 by Fulda, a German subsidiary of Goodyear, the Mercedes-Benz Exelero was built on the Maybach platform. It features a twin-turbo V12 engine, delivering 690 horsepower (510 kW) and 1,020 Nm (752 lb-ft) of torque.
Engineered to reduce aerodynamic stress, the Exelero has a weight of 2,660 kg (5,864 lb).
Brand: Mercedes
Launch Year: 2005
Key Feature: Despite its substantial build, this concept car achieves a top speed of 351 km/h (218 mph), surpassing many other prototypes in performance.
Pagani Huayra Codalunga
Understanding the significance of catering to customer desires, Pagani responded to a request from two dedicated collectors seeking a car inspired by the long-tail designs of 1960s race cars.
The result is the Pagani Huayra Codalunga, an ultra-rare creation. Powered by an 828-horsepower V-12 engine, this model delivers high speed and performance.
Brand: Pagani
Launch Year: 2022
Key Feature: Only five units exist
Bugatti Divo
Though the Divo shares a foundation with the Chiron, it includes enhancements that validate its higher price. Bugatti reduced the Divo’s weight by 77 pounds through lighter wheels, a carbon fiber intercooler and the removal of certain soundproofing materials.
Brand: Bugatti
Launch Year: 2018
Key Feature: While both cars deliver 1,500 horsepower (1,119 kW), the Divo comes out on the top with its specialized aerodynamic design, allowing it to complete the Nardo test circuit 8 seconds faster than the Chiron.
This post was last modified on November 26, 2024 12:51 pm