Forza Horizon 5 News

We take to the dirt this week! Two compact monsters partner up with two utility pickups. Both pairs jump into the arena, but only one will emerge as the champion of the Horizon Backstage Vote. Which team is your favorite this time around?



One of Subaru’s signature vehicles kicks-off this week’s battle – the 2022 Subaru WRX. If you are looking for a compact car that excels at drifting, off-roading, and making a very satisfying sound look no further! Its brother in arms (and in brand) this week is the 1981 Subaru BRAT. The R in BRAT stands for Recreational, which means that this car is built to have fun, and you certainly will on any terrain you fancy!



A fierce design, sports-tuned suspension, and a powerful V6 engine are among the highlights in the 2023 Toyota Camry TRD – an everyday drive with a sporting spirit! One of the most unique pickups ever built completes this pair. Get your groove on with the 1961 Volkswagen Double Cab Pickup.

Speed and comfort go hand in hand with this week’s 20 PTS reward —the 2015 Mercedes-AMG GT S. Underneath the gorgeous looks of the GTS S you’ll find a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 that produces more than 500 bhp.



The SLS was the main inspiration for the GT S with clear differences including the lack of gullwing doors and a narrower wheelsbase.

Unlock this modern wonder and grow your German supercar collection until September 25!



SERIES REWARDS

• 80 PTS: 2018 Mercedes-AMG E 63 S
  
• 160 PTS: 1995 Porsche 911 Carrera 2 by Gunther Werks

SPRING REWARDS

• 20 PTS: 2015 Mercedes-AMG GT S
  
• 40 PTS: Backstage Pass

There’s more to unlock this week! Take on Caldera Mountain Climb this week’s featured, EventLab challenge to unlock a 2009 Audi RS 6. Complete this week's Seasonal Championships to unlock the 2018 Porsche Cayenne Turbo and the 2018 Porsche 718 Cayman GTS.

Here’s a complete list of this week’s events:

[p]Four supercars are about to jump onto the field and compete for your vote. Pick your favorite pair of track toys and vote in-game. [/p][p][/p][p]The first hyper team this week starts with a hero of the LM GTE-pro class built to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Ford’s iconic win at Le Mans in 66: the 2016 Ford #66 Ford Racing GTLM Le Mans. Boasting a power-to-weight ratio of nearly two and a 2.5 turbo engine that amasses 380 horsepower, the 2013 Donkervoort D8 GTO completes this first team of track superstars. [/p][p][/p][p]The 2023 Porsche 911 GT3 R, a high-power endurance racer, starts the lineup for the second team this week. A mighty 4.2-liter engine powers this built-for-performance beast. Completing the second team is the 2016 Lotus 3-Eleven, a car that’s all thrill and no roof! This British icon is powered by a phenomenal 3.5 supercharged V6 engine that produces 410 bhp. [/p][p][/p][p][/p]

[p] [/p][p]The 2012 Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 is the 911 RS’s evolution, including 50 additional horsepower thanks to its redesigned airflow and larger displacement. This car was built for Porsche fans who love to take their cars to the track and experience their true potential.  [/p][p]Lighter, fiercer, and bolder than its predecessor, the RS 4.0 puts together an elegant look with exciting power for hardcore fans of beating the clock. Only 600 units of this car were made, all of them sold out as fast as this car can go around the track, and now you can have your go in one of them unlocking it for 20 PTS until September 18 on the Festival Playlist. [/p][p]Which side are you leaning on with your builds on this car? [/p][p] [/p][p]

SERIES REWARDS   [/p]

• [p]80 PTS: 2018 Mercedes-AMG E 63 S   [/p]
• [p]160 PTS: 1995 Porsche 911 Carrera 2 by Gunther Werks [/p]

[p]  SPRING REWARDS   [/p]

• [p]20 PTS: 2012 Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0  [/p]
• [p]40 PTS: Backstage Pass [/p]

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[/p][p] [/p][p]You can also start gathering points to unlock your new favorite road trip drive: the 2018 Mercedes-AMG E 63 S. This superb sedan is equipped with a twin-turbocharged V8 engine that puts 603 horsepower at your disposal. [/p][p]Get ready for a speedy launch and supreme acceleration with the all-wheel drive system featured in this luxury drive. However, if sharp corners come your way and you wish to take them a little differently, you can engage the Drift Mode included in the car to shut down the power on the front wheels and go for some spins! [/p][p]Earn 80 PTS on the Festival Playlist to unlock the 2018 Mercedes-AMG E 63 S until October 2.  [/p][p]There are even more rewards to unlock during this Summer season, take a look below: [/p][p][/p][p][/p]

[p]Win a car*, 500,000 Credits, or 2 Super Wheelspins in this week's Screenshot Contest!

For this week's theme, we'd like to see some wildlife! Screenshot entries must include an animal.  Deadline for entries Tuesday, September 16th, 2025 10:00 AM (PT) / 5:00 PM (UTC)[/p][p][/p][p]To Enter: [/p]

• [p]Compose your screenshot using the in-game photo mode, making sure to meet the competition theme requirements mentioned above.[/p]
• [p]Take the photo and position the Forza Horizon 5 watermark in any corner. [/p]
• [p]Save the photo.[/p]
• [p]Go to your Photo Gallery within the Creative Hub menu and load the photo.[/p]
• [p]Hide the UI and press the Steam screenshot key (default F12).[/p]
• [p]Upload the screenshot to the Forza Horizon 5 Steam Community Hub.[/p]
• [p]Finally, drop a link to your screenshot in this forum thread: Steam Screenshot Contest: September 9th :: Forza Horizon 5 Events & Announcements[/p]

[p][/p][p]*(Barn Find, Accolade, or DLC cars cannot be chosen).[/p][p][/p][p]Event cover image provided by GlamPotatoStar.[/p]