Top 20 Most Expensive Cars in the World

If you are fond of cars then you must glance through this article. I know everyone of you can’t buy these cars but you can appreciate their design and elegance.

Most of these cars are produced in very low numbers and are not available in every other country.

So just take a deep breath before you go through the list.

1. Mercedes-Benz Maybach Exelero for $8 Million

Maybach Exelero is the most expensive car in the world costing whopping $8 Million.

It was built in the year 2004 by Maybach-Motorenbau at the German division of Goodyear. Few limited units of Exelero were built.

This four seater car has got a twin turbo V 12 Engine that produces 700 HP.

2. Koenigsegg CCXR Trevita for $4.6 Million

Koenigsegg is the successor of CCR version. CCX is the mid engine sports car that runs on 91 Octane fuel.

Koenigsegg CCR had many design faults so its manufacturer Koenigsegg Automotive decided to make few alterations and it evolved into Koenigsegg CCXR.

It is the second most expensive car in the world with a price of $4.6 Million.

3. Lamborghini Veneno for $4.4 Million

Lamborghini Veneno is the successor of Aventador. This supercar was introduced in 2013 with a price of over $4.5 million. However, now the price has come down to $4.4 million.

Only 4 to 5 units of Lamborghini Veneno were built. It has got V 12 Engine that produces 740 BHP.

4. W Motors Lykan Hypersport for $3.5 Million

Lykan Hypersport is designed by a UAE based company. The car is produced indigenously by the Arab World.

It has got all power V 12 Engine that produces more than 700 HP of thrust.

The car is priced at $3.5 Million and it is only available in Middle Eastern countries and US.

5. Mansory Vivere Bugatti Veyron for $3.2 Million

Until the Lamborghini Veneno was introduced, Bugatti Veyron was the most expensive sports car in the world.

You have to pre-order the car like 6 months before then it is delivered to your home.

The Car has V 12 Engine that can produce 1000 BHP with 6000 RPM. Maximum torque can go up to 5500.

It is built in limited numbers and unit costs over $3.2 Million.

6. Pagani Huayra BC for $2.6 Million

Pagani Huayra an Italian car is a successor of Pagani Zonda. Total 21 units have being sold until now. It can cost you anything between $2.5 million to $2.7 million depending upon the country you live in.

The engine is same as Veneno or Veyron with twin V 12 Engine producing 750 HP.

7. Bugatti Chiron for $2.5 Million

Bugatti Chiron price could be $2.6 million or $2.5 million as of now. The car was introduced in the year 2016 in a motor show.

Chiron has highly updated W16 engine from Veyron. The quad turbo charger engine produces over 1500 HP with a top speed of 420 Km/hr.

8. Ferrari F60 America for $2.4 Million

The Ferrari F60 is a roadster which is a modification of F12. F60 was introduced in the October 2014 only for America.

The car costs you around $2.5 Million. F60 also has V12 twin turbo engine that produces 740 HP.

Moreover this convertible has all new bodywork compared to the F12.

9. Lamborghini Centenario Roadster $2.3 Million

Lamborghini Centenario is the most expensive sports car produced by Lamborghini after Veneno.

The car was introduced this year only. Only 20 units of Centenario have being manufactured so far.

Centenario has got V12 twin turbo engine that produces 770 HP. The top speed of the car is 350 Km/hr.

10. Lamborghini Sesto Elemento for $2 Million

The car was launched in the year 2010 in Paris Motor show.

Sesto Elemento or Sixth Element is the third expensive two seater car from Lamborghini with a price tag of $2 million right after Veneno and Centenario.

The car is extensively designed with the carbon fiber.

11. Koenigsegg Regera and Koenigsegg One for $2 Million

Actually there are two cars from Koenigsegg, Regera and One. Koenigsegg One was introduced in the year 2014 and Regera in 2016.

Both of them cost $2 million each.

The HP to Kg curb weight ratio of One is 1:1. For Koenigsegg One only a prototype was built.

Regera was unveiled this year in Geneva. It is a first plug in hybrid hyper car. Only 80 units were built out of which 40 have being sold.

12. Audi A8L Security for $ 1.3 Million

Audi A8L is specially designed for security purposes. It has features like armored communication box, intercom, selective door unlocking, fresh air, emergency escape etc.

One unit can cost you around $1.1 million to $1.3 million.

13. Ferrari LaFerrari for $1.4 Million

LaFerrari was revealed in the 2013 in Geneva Auto Show. LaFerrari has got V10 Engine. Around 500 units of them were built.

Each unit can cost you around $1.4 million or less.

In 2017 the successor of LaFerrari is coming. Its name is LaFerrari Aperta with a V12 engine that produces 950 HP.

14. Rolls-Royce Phantom II for $1.2 Million

Rolls Royce Phantom II or Serenity are in the range of $1 Million to $1.3 million.

They have got 6.8 litre V12 direct injection engine with 8 speed automatic gearbox. The Drophead Coupe is one of the most luxurious cars in the world.

15. McLaren P1 for $1.15 Million

McLaren P1 is a hyper car manufactured by British McLaren Automotive. There were 370 models were built and each can cost around $1 Million.

The P1 can reach the maximum speed of 350 Km/hr. P1 successor will be P1 LM which will cost over $3 million per unit.

16. Bentley Mulsanne for $1 Million

Bentley Mulsane is second best luxurious car after Rolls Royce Phantom.

It has got 6.8 litre V8 engine that produces 505 BHP at the rate of 4200 rpm. The unit costs you over $1 million.

17. Zenvo ST1 for $1.1 Million

Zenvo ST1 has 6.8 litre V8 engine sports car that generates 1100 HP at 6900 rpm and torque of 1430 N/m.

It can reach the top speed of 375 Km/hr with an acceleration time of just 3 seconds from 0 to 100 Km/hr.

A unit can cost you around $1.1 Million.

18. Mercedes Benz S600 Guard for $1.2 Million

S600 Guard is fit for the presidents with armor and ballistic missile protection.

The car has got V 12 engine that generates 530 HP and torque of 830 NM. It has 7G TRONIC automatic transmission.

The car can cost you around $1.2 million or more.

19. Lamborghini Aventador LP-700 Spyder for $1 Million

Aventador is the fourth most expensive car by Lamborghini after Veneno, Centenario and Sesto Elemento.

The price of Aventador Spyder has dropped considerably in recent year. You can buy the car within the range of $1 Million.

It has got 6.5 litre V 12 engine with a top speed of 350 km/hr.

20. Aston Martin Vanquish for $.9 Million

The last most expensive car in our list is Aston Martin Vanquish. The car has V 12 engine that produces over 500 HP.

You can buy the car for less than a million dollar.

So these were 20 most expensive cars in the world. The list may vary depending upon which car you choose and which one you leave.

However top 20 cars in the list will remain same even if you refer to other sources.

Apple Puts A Halt To The Self-Driving Car Project, Fires Dozens Of People

Apple is apparently stopping work on their self-driving car project titled 'Project Titan' as it tries to identify a new route according to The New York Times. 

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Although Apple never publicly admitted to having been working on any such project, NYT reported that they had laid off dozens of workers as part of a "reboot". At nearly a 1000 people, the team was huge and ran into problems which included showing how they were different and better than other companies working on the same technology. 

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Project Titan overhaul comes at a time when tech giants like Google and Tesla are investing huge amounts of money in autonomous vehicles. Google and Uber have been working together on getting the self-driving cars on the roads as soon as possible. Singapore has already beaten Uber by bringing driverless taxis on its streets. The first country to ever do so. 

Sixth-generation Hyundai Elantra breaks cover at Rs 12.99 lakh

It sure took a while but Hyundai has finally launched its first car this year in the form of the sixth generation Elantra. The sedan has been priced at Rs 12.99 lakh for the base petrol variant while the top-spec diesel automatic will set you back by an amount of Rs 19.19 lakh (both ex-showroom, Delhi).



On the outside, the sedan gets a complete makeover from its predecessor thanks to the Korean carmaker's new Fluidic Sculpture 2.0 design language. The hexagonal grille with horizontal slats imparts a unique identity to the car's front fascia with the sharp headlamps further accentuating it. Crisper lines running on the sides gives a streamlined look to the new Elantra. It also gets a fresh set of alloys and broader tail lamps.

With the new platform, the sixth-gen Hyundai Elantra is also wider and longer than the outgoing model. On the inside, the car comes with plush leather upholstery and a host of other features, including an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system (with USB, AUX-In, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto), dual-zone climate control and electric seats with ventilation for the front.

At the heart of Hyundai's next-gen sedan is an all-new 2.0-litre petrol powerplant that is rated at 152PS and 186.32Nm. Powering the diesel Elantra is the familiar 1.6-litre pot that churns out 128PS of power and 260Nm of torque. A 6-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic form the transmission options on the new Elantra.

The 2016 Hyundai Elantra is set to challenge the likes of the Chevrolet Cruze, the Volkswagen Jetta, the Skoda Octavia and the Toyota Corolla Altis for supremacy in India's D-segment.

Latest information on expected new car launches in India

Expected Launch: August 2016

1) - Nissan X-Trail Hybrid 

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Expected Price: 30 - 35L

Nissan X-Trail Hybrid is not launched in India yet. Information on this page is tentative.

Earlier shown at the 2016 Auto Expo, the Nissan X-Trail Hybrid is on its way to the showrooms here in India. While Nissan India officially sold the first and the second generation of the X-Trail, the brand never had the current-gen model (introduced in 2013) up until now. The third-gen model, in fact, will be introduced in the eco-friendly hybrid form.

Exterior -:On the outside, the X-Trail Hybrid looks quirky and striking thanks to the high-set hood and the ‘V’ chrome accent on the grille. Also improving the road presence are the striking pair of headlights featuring LEDs. In profile, the X-Trail remains calm and features subtle design curves. The delicately flared wheel arches and minimal cladding all around lend a very functional look to this car. Lastly, the rear-end design, though not as impactful as the front-end, looks attractive with those nicely detailed taillights and a big tailgate.

Interior -:Interior wise, the dashboard is angled towards the driver and has a distinct ridge flowing across the top half that moves on to the door pads. The unique looking three-spoke steering wheel gets a silver accent which matches those on the centre console and the door pads.

Engine and gearbox -:The India-bound X-Trail is all about its clever drivetrain. There’s a 2-litre, in-line 4-cylinder petrol engine paired to a 31kW electric motor for a total power output of around 180bhp. All that power is sent to the road via Nissan's Dual Clutch Control. This hybrid arrangement is available in Nissan’s front-engine, front-wheel-drive cars only which means the forthcoming X-Trail Hybrid will not feature all-wheel drive. The X-Trail Hybrid will be introduced as a fully imported model which is why we are expecting it to cost well over Rs 30 lakh. Now even though that is expensive, buyers would be pleased to know there is nothing quite like the X-trail Hybrid as it’s the first ever luxury hybrid crossover to be sold in India.

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2) - Tata Bolt Sport

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Expected Price: 5.50 - 8L

Tata Bolt Sport is not launched in India yet. Information on this page is tentative.

Tata Motors showcased the Bolt Sport at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show. It will be the first hot hatch from the carmaker’s stable, and will be launched in India under the company's new performance brand. This new model is the performance-oriented version of the Bolt hatchback and offers more power and a sportier look than the version currently on sale. It is likely to be introduced in India by the end of this year.

Exterior -: In line with the new sporty design language, the Bolt Sport gets a new grille, projector headlamps and a sporty body kit with new rear bumper as well. The 17-inch alloy wheels are newly designed. Apart from the body kit and side skirts, the Bolt Sport also features sleek air vents on the front fenders, continuing the sporty theme. At the back a roof spoiler, a brush metal strip on the number plate and a new bumper with a pair of diffusers can be seen.

Interior-: There are changes to the interior as well which include a black leather upholstery with contrasting red stitches and accents, sunroof, Harman touch-screen infotainment system with voice recognition and SMS readout, etc. On the safety front, the new model is equipped with speed-dependent volume control, anti-lock braking system (ABS), corner stability control and dual airbags.

Engine and Gearbox-: The Tata Bolt Sport will be powered by the same 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol engine seen under the regular version of the Bolt and Zest. However, the mill for the Bolt Sport is tuned for higher performance, and churns out 120bhp of power and 170Nm of torque. This motor comes mated to a five-speed manual gearbox that sends power to the front wheels of the car. Just like the Bolt on sale now, the Bolt Sport also offers multi-drive options - Eco, City and Sport.

Price and Competition-: At present only a few hot hatches are available in our country. The Bolt Sport will up the game and go up against the Volkswagen Polo GT, Punto Abarth, the upcoming Active i20, Datsun Redi GO etc. It might be priced in the range of Rs 5.5 lakh to Rs 8 lakh when launched for the Indian market.

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3 ) - Maruti Suzuki Wagon R MPV

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Expected Price: 5 - 6L

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R MPV is not launched in India yet. Information on this page is tentative.

Maruti Suzuki currently sells only the Ertiga as an MPV in the Indian market. With an intention of providing an Indian consumer with a cheap entry-level compact MPV, the manufacturer is developing another seven-seater vehicle based on the Wagon R. This vehicle is expected to be launched as the third generation of the WagonR in 2017.

Exterior-: The company will want to avail the excise duty benefits for a car of length under four metres, which will eventually help them price the car aggressively. With that in mind, the manufacturer will keep it under four metres in length and make changes to the design of the Wagon R accordingly. The tall-boy design hatchback has enough space in the cabin and the manufacturer should not find it much difficult to incorporate the third row of seats in the new MPV.

In terms of external appearance we don't think the manufacturer might bring in extensive changes and rather stick to the current styling that is quite widely accepted in our country. Nevertheless, the carmaker will borrow design cues from the seven-seater concept of the Wagon R showcased at the Indonesia International Motor Show in 2013. The distance between the C and D pillars of the concept exhibited at the event was increased showing a larger glass window between these pillars.

Interior-: The Wagon R is gets a fairly decent interior and we can expect similar treatment to the cabin of the upcoming car. The major change will be the accommodation of the third row of seats which will be possible due to the space created by increasing the distance between the C and D pillars. With a slight variation in cabin and headroom, the company will create more space for the last row and by equipping the car with more utilitarian features, the practicality of the car should definitely go up.

Engine and Gearbox-: At present, the Wagon R is powered only by the petrol engine, but we expect the manufacturer to also start employing the diesel mill with the advent of this compact MPV. The current three cylinder 998cc K10B series engine produces 67bhp of power and 90Nm of torque which might seem an underpowered option for the bigger car. The 83bhp 1.2-litre petrol motor and 74bhp 1.3-litre diesel powerplant from the Swift can be a good option for the Wagon R MPV.

Price and Competition-: The Wagon R has been a successful model for Maruti Suzuki and is considered as one of the most practical cars in the Indian car market. With the addition of the third row of seats, the company might increase the practicality aspect further. The new seven-seater Wagon R will go up against the Mahindra Quanto and the upcoming Datsun Go+ and should also serve as an economical alternative to the Ertiga, Honda Mobilio, Hyundai i20 crossover and even the Toyota Innova in the MPV segment of cars. If priced between Rs 5 lakh to Rs 6 lakh, we think the car has a major potential to be a hit especially in the rural market in India.

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4 ) - Volkswagen Polo GTi

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Expected Price: 20 - 22L

Volkswagen Polo GTi is not launched in India yet. Information on this page is tentative.

If a Volkswagen gets the GTi badge, it has to be a hatchback and it has to be fast. The GTi badge has been associated with hot hatches since decades and finally, it will come to India, officially. The first GTi to be brought here is the Polo GTi, a souped up 3-door version of the Volkswagen Polo.

Exteriors-: Well, it is a Polo. While the headlamps remain the same (with a possibility of DRLs being integrated) while the grille and the front bumper are new. It gets a mesh grille with the GTi badge perched on the left corner. The bumper is sharper and also gets a wide mesh grille with integrated fog lamps. While the side profile remains same, the rear doors have been ditched. The tail is the same except for the twin pod tail pipe that stands out.

Interior-: The GTi will be based on the Highline variant of the Polo. It gets height adjustable driver seat, electrically adjustable and folding mirrors and cruise control. The 2-DIN music system has USB, AUX and Bluetooth compatibility. The interiors are black with a flat bottom sporty steering wheel with steering mounted audio controls.

Engine and Performance-: Well, this is the most exciting part for the enthusiasts. It gets a 1.8-litre turbocharged petrol engine from the Octavia churning out at least 180bhp of power. While it gets the expected DSG automatic gearbox, enthusiasts will certainly be grinning as a manual transmission option will also be offered. The Polo GTi hits the ton from standstill in under seven seconds.

Price and Competition-: The Polo GTi will dethrone the Abarth Punto to be the most powerful hatchback except for the Mini Cooper S and is expected to be priced over Rs 20 lakh. In that case, the BMW 1 Series, Audi A3 and the Mercedes A-Class are also within the reach for someone who is not performance focussed.

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5) - Hyundai New Elantra

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Expected Price: 15 - 16L

Hyundai New Elantra is not launched in India yet. Information on this page is tentative.

The Hyundai Elantra has emerged as a steady seller in the slow moving D-segment in India. Known for its stylish looks and fancy equipment, the Elantra has been able to sell itself as a good option for Indian car buyers looking for a premium sedan. The Korean car maker has now decided to replenish the Elantra’s appeal by bringing in the next generation Elantra, also known as the Avante in global markets, to India in August.

The Elantra will continue with the fluidic philosophy of design but the curves are a bit conservative when compared to the existing car. Built on a new platform, the Elantra will be wider and longer and gets the horizontally slatted hexagonal grille in the front. The headlamps are projector units and have embedded LED DRLs with boomerang shaped mesh vents on the air dam housing the fog lamps. The coupe-ish roofline continues into the chiselled boot which now gets beautiful tail lamps inspired from the Elite i20.

The cabin will be in beige and black hues unlike the black with silver accent interior of the global car. Hyundai is known to stuff its cars with a feature list that stumps the competition and the new Elantra will continue with it. Push-button start, rain-sensing wipers, auto dimming internal mirrors and electrically foldable wing mirrors and more such gadgets are all expected to be a part of the standard equipment. The top-spec car gets ventilated front seats – something that even some of the premium executive sedans miss out on.

The India bound car is likely to debut Hyundai’s new 130+ bhp 1.6-litre GDi engine. Hyundai will also continue to offer the Elantra with existing 1.6-litre diesel engine. The four cylinder turbocharged engine develops 126bhp of power and 260Nm of torque. The CRDi engine may be tuned for better power delivery and torque and both the petrol and diesel engines will be offered with a six-speed manual and a six-speed automatic gearbox options.

The new Hyundai Elantra will continue to compete with the other D-segment sedans like Skoda Octavia, Chevrolet Cruze, Toyota Corolla Altis and the Volkswagen Jetta. As for the price, there will be a marginal increase on the tag and is expected to be around Rs 16 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

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6)-  Jeep Wrangler

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Expected Price: 25 - 32L

Jeep Wrangler is not launched in India yet. Information on this page is tentative.

After years of anticipation and waiting, Jeep will finally arrive in India at the Auto Expo 2016. The iconic American SUV maker will officially bring the Grand Cherokee and the Wrangler to India as fully imported vehicles. While the Cherokee is a full on luxury SUV, the Wrangler is a no frills off-roader with butch looks and power to match the appearance.

Exterior -: Launched in 1986, the Wrangler is currently in its fourth iteration. It’s the spiritual successor to the iconic Willys Jeep which in turn is the basis of design for a host of Mahindra SUVs. This means that the Wrangler bears a familiar yet far more muscular appearance and that should aid Fiat’s goal of launching the vehicle here.

Interior -: The Wrangler is all about utility and toughness and these traits are apparent in the way the interior has been designed. The whole look may be quite utilitarian but Jeep has added modern touches in the form of comprehensive instruments, a touch screen display, steering mounted controls, climate control and the lot.

Engine and Gearbox -: The Wrangler will be launched in the long wheelbase four-door variant. It will be powered by a 3.6-litre V6 petrol engine with 281bhp of power and 353Nm of torque. The engine comes mated to a 5-speed automatic gearbox

Competition -: The Jeep Wrangler will be sold as a niche product in the Indian market which means it will be sold at a premium. While it has no direct competition in sight, the Wrangler will be positioned in a space which includes premium soft-roaders like the Audi Q5 and the BMW X3.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
ITEMS	Petrol
ENGINE
Configuration	V6
Engine	3.6 Litres
Valvetrain Type	Variable Valve Timing
Maximum Power (bhp/rpm)	285 @ 6400
Maximum Torque (nm/rpm)	352 @ 4800
TRANSMISSION
Type	6 - Speed MT