15 TOP CARS
One of the most iconic and desirous super luxury cars on the market, the Phantom delivers opulence rarely seen in cars. It is powered by a 6749cc V12 motor that develops 453bhp at 5350rpm and 720Nm of peak twisting force at 3500rpm, mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission, enabling a 0-100kmph time of 5.9 seconds and a limited top speed of 240kmph.
The Panamera 4S is a luxury four-door sedan from the exotic sportscar maker from Stuttgart. It is front-engined with fourwheel drive versions. This version gets a 4.8-litre V8 petrol engine with 395bhp comes in at 6,500rpm with 500Nm of
torque coming in as low as 3,500rpm.
The Chrysler 300 is a full-size luxury car with components shared from from the Mercedes-Benz E-Class. Power comes courtesy a V6 diesel engine with 218bhp at 3800rpm and 510Nm of torque delivered to the rear wheels via a five-speed automatic transmission.
The last name in ultimate luxury, the Rolls-Royce Ghost might be smaller than the uber luxurious Phantom but is by no means any less pampering. The stately dimensions and magic-carpet ride are reason enough to buy the car. and a
6.6-litre twin-turbo V12 is a bonus.
One of the sweetest handling roadsters, the Boxster S benefits from a mid-mounted 3.4-litre flat-six engine. Power is rated at 311bhp at 6700rpm and 360Nm produced between 4500 and 5800rpm, delivered to the rear wheels via a 7-speed PDK
gearbox.
The most practical supercar, journalists worldwide have praised its all-round performance and everyday useability. The 4.2-litre V8 generates 424bhp at 7900rpm and 430Nm at 6000rpm going to all four wheels via the quattro four-wheel drive system.
The ultimate in SUV luxury, the new Range Rover comes with a 4.4-litre V8 diesel engine with 334bhp coming in at 3500rpm and a humongous 700Nm of torque available on tap at as low as 1750rpm up to 3000rpm. Don't be fooled by its looks; it still retains the old Range Rover's go-anywhere capability.
One of the most powerful Audi's in the world, the Audi RS 7 is a hoot-and-a-half to drive thanks to the twin-turbo V8 engine, displacing 4 litres and developing 552bhp and 700Nm of torque. Power is transmitted to all-four-wheels (Audi's
quattro) via an 8-speed automatic transmission.
The car of choice for Hollywood stars and rap stars, exclusivity and attention grabbing presence is a guarantee with this massive SUV. Powering this brute is a 6.2-litre Vortec V8 with power ratings of 404bhp at 5700rpm and 565Nm at 4300rpm. This genuine seven-seater comes with acres of space too.
The XFR is the performance derivative of the XF range, and comes with a stonking 5.0-litre supercharged V8 engine. developing a massive 503bhp developed between 6000 and 6500rpm and 625Nm at 2500-5500rpm, External changes
are a revised front bumper, spoiler and 20-inch wheels.
The Gallardo LP 560-4 is essentially a refreshed Gallardo, and comes with a 5.2-litre V10 engine producing 552bhp at 8000rpm and 540Nm of torque at 6500rpm. With a revised design inspired by the Murciélago LP 640 and Reventon, it is one of the most popular supercars in India.
Cars don’t come any cooler than this! Conceived for the German armed forces, it is now a staple of footballers worldwide. Despite its brick-like aerodynamics, the G55 AMG can get to supercar-rivalling speeds thanks to its AMG -derived
5.5-litre V8 developing 500bhp and 700Nm of torque.
Based on Aston Martin's DB9, the 4-seater Virage is powered by a hand-assembled 6.0-litre V12 engine delivering 490bhp and 570Nm of peak torque, capable of making the 0-100kmph run in under 5 seconds. Discontinued a mere 18 months after the start of production, this one is a rare pick.
Just hearing the glorious exhaust note from its front-mounted 5-litre supercharged V8 will have you lusting after it. The 503bhp and 625Nm of genuinely usable torque capable of propelling the supercar to its 280kmph top speed is a
bonus.
Currently the hottest selling supercar in India and rightfully so. A sublime steering, delicately balanced chassis and razor-sharp throttle response, with a glorious engine developing 570bhp and 540Nm of torque. It is the flavour of the season.