Top 8 Most Expensive Supercars of 2024
The price of these cars, which are undoubtedly masterpieces of engineering and design, can astonish, outrage, or infuriate, but it’s worth acknowledging an obvious fact – as long as the world's leading car manufacturers continue to produce limited editions of their supercars, and billionaires keep anonymously purchasing them for their private collections, it seems somewhat irrational to seriously discuss the end of civilisation. Most of the world’s powerful individuals don’t want a nuclear apocalypse – the planet’s biggest wallets want a good life and luxury cars, which means they will, sooner or later, put an end to any dictator who dares to threaten the established world order.
What’s left for everyone else? To admire the engineering genius of the automotive industry and nurture the hope that one day, they too will get a lucky lottery ticket, a few hundred bitcoins, or an inheritance from an unknown uncle, allowing them to own one of the world’s most expensive cars.
Lamborghini Sian FKP-37
The futuristic Lamborghini Sian FKP-37 made its mark in automotive history as the company's first hybrid supercar, showcasing not only its high-tech features but also its commitment to modern trends in environmental sustainability. Essentially, this semi-racing car, with its sharp aerodynamic edges, is designed to drive into any future with confidence – if you happen to have an extra $3.7 million in your pocket for one of only 82 limited-edition "Lambos," then you’ll be set for any scenario. The Sian was built on the Aventador platform but received several modifications to distinguish it from other models, such as Y-shaped headlights inspired by the Terzo Millennio concept. The Sian uses the same 6.5-litre V12 as the Aventador SVJ but is equipped with a 48-volt electric motor, boosting the power to 808 hp.
Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+
Creating a list of the most expensive cars of today without including Bugatti is nonsensical. Even though this special edition of the Chiron, consisting of just 30 cars, costs a modest $3.9 million, this swift and powerful beauty deserves to be on any top list. The Chiron hypercar was introduced in 2016 as the successor to Bugatti’s previous hit, the legendary Veyron, and has done quite well in filling its predecessor’s shoes. It boasts a bolder, more striking, and modern appearance than the Veyron and is powered by an 8-litre, quad-turbocharged W16 engine with 1,580 hp. Of all the Chiron models, the 2019 Super Sport 300+ is arguably the best. This 2019 Chiron Super Sport 300+ hypercar can reach a top speed of 489 km/h. According to Bugatti, this was achieved with a pre-production model in 2019. The question remains – where, besides a race track or runway, can you unleash all the horses of this engine? But if you had enough money for a Chiron, you’ll surely have enough to rent a private airstrip.
Lamborghini Veneno
Another bold top model adorned with the “raging bull” emblem from Lamborghini, a manufacturer of some of the world’s fastest, most luxurious, and most expensive sports cars for over half a century. The Veneno embodies everything that makes Lamborghini supercars prized – exclusivity, an astronomical price tag, and a parade of high technology. Released in 2013, the Veneno (essentially a modified Aventador with extra fins and a radiator grille) was no exception, initially debuting as a coupe, followed by a roadster. One of the special features of the Lamborghini Veneno is its 6.5-litre V12 engine producing 740 hp. Only 13 units were produced. Strangely for Lamborghini, more roadsters exist than coupes (four coupes and nine roadsters). Whether you choose the coupe or the roadster, the price remains the same – $4.5 million.
SP Automotive Chaos Earth Edition
A thousand horses? A thousand and a half... Why be stingy, declare the Greek developers of the world’s first ultracar, Chaos, and offer to pack 2,049 hp under the bonnet of this cosmic vehicle in the basic Earth Version, or 3,065 hp in the Zero Gravity version. Indeed, farewell gravity! The SP Automotive Chaos is powered by a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V10 engine and an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission. It accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 1.9 seconds (300 km/h in 7.9 seconds), while the Chaos Zero Gravity Edition reduces this time to 1.55 seconds (300 km/h in 7.1 seconds). Where and why one would need to rush so fast, the developers don’t explain, but they assure that the ultracar can withstand any overloads its design allows. Remarkably, this large car weighs only 1,272 kg, with a monocoque made from the latest ultralight composite material, Zylon. The car also uses carbon, titanium, and magnesium alloys, and many parts, including body elements, are 3D-printed. The base model costs $6.4 million, while the top-end version reaches $14.4 million.
Rolls-Royce Sweptail
Who else, if not Rolls-Royce, can claim the title for the most individual approach to clients? The manufacturer of the world’s most expensive and prestigious cars from Goodwood continues to amaze the market with its exclusive masterpieces. A luxurious two-seater car, inspired by yachting, and priced at $13 million, produced as a one-off for an anonymous client? Of course! The Rolls-Royce Sweptail took four years to complete. Its design was inspired by yacht hulls. Indeed, the rear of the car resembles the sleek stern of a boat and simultaneously pays homage to the glamorous, streamlined silhouettes of 1920s-30s retro cars. Nevertheless, all the latest technologies and innovations are onboard this handcrafted “yacht.” Under the bonnet of this exclusive beauty lies a 6.75-litre V12 engine with 453 hp – enough to accelerate the car from 0 to 100 km/h in about 5.6 seconds and reach a top speed of 250 km/h.
Bugatti La Voiture Noire
Rumour has it that this extravagant and astronomically priced supercar, seemingly carved from a single block of black marble, was custom-made for footballer Cristiano Ronaldo. This seems plausible, as the multimillionaire player can certainly afford the $12.8 million price tag. However, the cost of this supercar is not attributed to its technical or speed capabilities, nor its on-board innovations, but rather its exclusivity as a one-of-a-kind model that only a true Bugatti enthusiast would covet. La Voiture Noire was created to honour Bugatti's racing heritage, particularly the classic Bugatti Type 57SC driven by Jean Bugatti. In other respects, its performance figures are relatively modest compared to other supercars: technically, La Voiture Noire is closely related to the Chiron, sharing its chassis, transmission, and much of its body. It differs from its cheaper counterparts mainly in its modified light clusters. The 8.0-litre W16 engine remains unchanged, delivering 1500 hp. That's all...
Pagani Huayra Codalunga
Pagani has a habit of drawing out its farewells, with each new release claiming to be the "last" in the series. The marketing strategy is clear: everyone wants to be the final owner of the last supercar in the legendary Zonda or Huayra series, allowing prices to continue climbing. In 2022, Pagani returned to the fray, offering the limited Codalunga series as yet another "final bow" to the iconic Huayra model. When creating Codalunga, Horacio Pagani paid homage to the Porsche 917 and the Le Mans races. Stripping away the cosmetic changes to the body, lights, and interior, for $7.4 million, the owner gets a 6.0-litre twin-turbo V12 from Mercedes-AMG. This means that any increase in performance will be driven solely by aerodynamics rather than any power boost, as you get the same 840 hp as in the Huayra. Still, with only five units produced, it's one to grab.
Rolls-Royce La Rose Noire Droptail
Despite the best efforts of the Italians, French, and Greeks, the most expensive car in 2024 was, of course, produced by Rolls-Royce. Not even two years had passed since the Boat Tail became the most expensive new car in the world, reaching $28 million, when Rolls-Royce outdid itself once again by launching the two-seater Rolls-Royce Droptail, a flamboyantly expensive and elegant vehicle in the English ultra-luxury manufacturer's lineup and indeed worldwide. Four Droptail models are under development, with two already released by December 2023. Early estimates suggest each Droptail costs over $30 million. The Rolls-Royce Droptail is powered by the same 6.75-litre twin-turbo V12 engine as the Boat Tail, but with an extra 30 horsepower. In the Droptail, the V12 engine delivers 593 hp, enough to accelerate this $30 million masterpiece on wheels from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.9 seconds. Reflecting its connection to the famous Baccarat Black Rose not only in its body colour but also in its interior design, the Rolls-Royce Droptail features a curved dashboard composed of 1603 pieces of black sycamore veneer, arranged to resemble the iconic flower that inspired the model's name.