The 2022 Subaru BRZ Forza Edition is the best offroad car in Forza Horizon 6 for dirt racing and cross-country events. Its main drawback is access: you need to check rotating Aftermarket cars near Sotoyama Ski Resort to find one.
The 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIII MR and 2004 Subaru Impreza WRX STI are the budget alternatives. Choose by event type first: dirt stages suit rally-focused cars, while cross-country routes also give trucks and SUVs a place on your shortlist.
Best offroad cars at a glance
Dirt racing calls for loose-surface grip. Cross-country courses run mostly offroad but can include short paved sections, so your vehicle needs to handle both surfaces. These six picks cover those jobs at different prices.
| Car | Recommended role | Purchase price | Where to get it |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Subaru BRZ Forza Edition | Best pick for dirt and cross-country | 450,000 CR | Rotating Alpine Aftermarket locations near Sotoyama Ski Resort |
| 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIII MR | Best budget rally pick | 30,000 CR | Autoshow |
| 2004 Subaru Impreza WRX STI | Budget alternative with upgrade room | 30,000 CR | Autoshow |
| 2001 Ford #4 Ford Focus RS | Rally option with strong stock performance | 415,000 CR | Autoshow |
| 2023 Ford F-150 Raptor R | Powerful cross-country truck | 110,000 CR | Autoshow |
| 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser | Lower-cost cross-country SUV | 70,000 CR | Autoshow |
The two standard 2004 rally cars share the lowest purchase price on this shortlist. Start with either if buying the BRZ would leave you without Credits for upgrades or another event-specific car.
Why the Subaru BRZ Forza Edition wins
Its factory setup is already built for offroad racing
The BRZ Forza Edition is a lifted, all-wheel-drive offroader with oversized tires. Its ground clearance and suspension suit uneven terrain, making the factory configuration a strong starting point for cross-country races and rough dirt stages.
| Stock specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Class and PI | A 700 |
| Offroad rating | 10 |
| Power | 658 hp |
| Torque | 659 lb-ft |
| Weight | 4,000 lb |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive |
| Tires | Off-Road |
Choose it if you want one vehicle to cover both dirt and cross-country events. You can begin with the supplied configuration, then adjust tires and performance to match the route instead of immediately replacing the engine.
Where it falls short
The raised chassis is a weakness on technical tarmac. Hard cornering produces substantial body lean and can lift the inside wheels, reducing grip. Tight paved circuits and mountain passes favor lighter, lower cars.
Treat the BRZ as your offroad specialist, not your answer to every race. Its ability to cross short paved sections does not make it a dedicated road racer.
How to get the Subaru BRZ Forza Edition
Check both Alpine Aftermarket locations
The BRZ appears in a rotating pool of Aftermarket cars. Finding the right location does not guarantee that the Subaru will be parked there on your first visit.
- Travel to the northern Alpine region. Head toward Snow Forest Cross and Sotoyama Ski Resort.
- Drive northeast of Sotoyama Scramble. Look for the two nearby Aftermarket locations around the ski resort buildings.
- Approach both locations. Check the Aftermarket Car for Sale icons while nearby to identify the cars currently displayed.
- Buy the Forza Edition when it appears. Confirm the exact model before purchasing, not just the Subaru BRZ name.
- Refresh the cars if necessary. Fully close Forza Horizon 6, reload your save, and return to inspect both locations again.
Check both Alpine sale locations
A restart refreshes the selection without spending Credits, but the next car is still random. Buying a currently displayed vehicle also clears its slot for a later replacement. Only pay for that alternative if you want it; the purchase does not guarantee that the BRZ comes next.
Compare acquisition methods for other offroad options in the Forza Horizon 6 car list if you want an alternative to checking rotating stock.
Best budget and rally alternatives
2004 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIII MR
The standard Lancer Evolution VIII MR is the first alternative to consider for a dedicated dirt-racing car. It has a slightly stronger stock stat spread than the contemporary Impreza while matching its purchase price.
The Welcome Pack version comes pre-tuned to A class. Keep it separate from the standard model when comparing starting PI or deciding how much upgrading you want to do yourself.
Compare the standard Lancer
2004 Subaru Impreza WRX STI
The Impreza offers a balanced stock stat spread and room for upgrades before reaching A class. Choose it when you want an inexpensive rally platform that you can develop progressively.
The choice between these two saloons is closer than the gap between either car and the BRZ's purchase price. The Forza Horizon 6 rally car guide focuses on this dirt-racing comparison and the upgrade priorities for a rally-focused garage.
2001 Ford #4 Ford Focus RS
The Focus RS combines strong speed, acceleration, and offroad handling. It is the alternative for a rally-focused purchase when you can spend considerably more than the two budget saloons.
Its strengths suit dirt courses where you need both pace between corners and control through repeated direction changes. Choose the cheaper Mitsubishi or Subaru if you still need to fund separate vehicles for other disciplines.
Review the Focus rally option
Best cross-country truck and SUV
2023 Ford F-150 Raptor R
The Raptor R brings plenty of power, but its stock handling is the weakness to address first. Buy it for cross-country racing when you specifically want a powerful truck and are prepared to improve its control.
Put handling ahead of further speed upgrades. Once the truck is easier to place through corners, increasing its maximum speed becomes the next priority. Adding power first leaves its existing weakness untouched.
Prioritize the Raptor's handling
2025 Toyota Land Cruiser
The Land Cruiser is the less expensive cross-country choice of these two vehicles. It suits routes that combine dirt with paved stretches, and you can buy it directly without waiting for an Aftermarket rotation.
Prioritize acceleration and braking, particularly for courses with frequent bends. Those improvements address getting back up to speed after a corner and slowing for the next one, instead of focusing the build on maximum speed.
How to set up the BRZ for your event
Choose tires by surface
The BRZ supports several tire compounds, but each serves a different task. A dirt-racing setup and a paved Speed Trap setup should not use the same tire priorities.
| BRZ tire compound | Best use | When to choose it |
|---|---|---|
| Off-Road (stock) | Dirt and mixed cross-country routes | Start here for the factory offroad configuration |
| Rally | Dirt, gravel, and mixed-surface rally stages | Use for a rally-focused setup with improved mixed-surface grip |
| Snow | Alpine snow races | Choose for snowy events |
| Slick Racing | Paved PR Stunts and Speed Traps | Reserve for tarmac-focused runs |
Rally tires are the most flexible alternative for mixed-surface stages. Slick racing tires belong on a paved-event configuration, even though the vehicle underneath them is an offroader.
If you are moving from loose surfaces to another discipline, the Forza Horizon 6 best cars guide compares the dedicated options for road racing, drifting, and drag racing.
Keep engine upgrades within your event class
A larger engine is an option for higher-class PR Stunts, not a required first purchase for offroad racing. Decide which event you are entering before committing to a conversion.
