Different factors go into deciding the overall price of a car, from the car's performance to the design and effort put into making the driving experience as comfortable as possible. But with names like Rolls Royce and Aston Martin, who went as far as building a submarine the focus shifts from being solely on performance and design to attention to detail, opulence, and addition of some extraordinary features that cars are only just now seeing.
With eco-friendly manufacturers that focus mostly on hybrid and electric cars, to other more performance and design-driven ones, diversity is definitely not a problem. Additionally, the automotive scene has witnessed unprecedented designs and production of some of the world's most innovative and technologically-advanced cars this year, with prices just as insane.
With that being said, here are 15 of the most expensive new cars in 2020.
15 Audi RS7 - $120,000
One of the first names in the automotive industry to become synonymous with high-performance luxury cars was Audi. The company has certainly made a name for themselves through being one of the first manufacturers that incorporated an exceptional luxury into their high-performance cars, and the Audi RS7 is certainly no different.
With a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8 alongside a 48-volt hybrid system worth around 591 horsepower with a torque of 590 lb-ft, the car has an acceleration of just 3.6 seconds. Besides the respectable amount of power this car has, the design is no less appealing.
14 BMW Alpina B7 - $140,000
While BMW is usually more interested in the manufacturing of high-end affordable cars, they are no strangers to the world of luxurious car production. The Alpina B7 combines several different components for different BMW models into one, making it an ace of all trades.
The spacious interior and premium leather, along with the excellent craftsmanship and attention to detail with several different comfort features make the B7 truly a work of art. And what powers this car is no less impressive taking into consideration it boasts a twin-turbocharged 32-valve V-8, maxing its speed at 205 mph with an acceleration of a humble 3.3 seconds.
13 Polestar 1 - $155,000
It's hard to believe that one of the most innovative cars of 2020 is one produced by Swedish manufacturer Volvo. In a time where fuel efficiency is needed the most, the Polestar 1 excels in the domain of being an eco-friendly car while still compromising nothing as far as power and performance.
The car consists of two electric motors powering the rear of the car, and a petrol engine powering the front, both worth 600 hp and a torque of 737 lb-ft. It also has the longest range(60 miles) per one charge between its hybrid peers.
12 Porsche Panamera 4s - $170,00
With a price tag of $170,000, the car stands as one of the company's and this year's most expensive cars. The Panamera, which is part hybrid and part luxury sedan, caters to those who wanna enjoy the unparalleled performance of Porsches, while still having a practical and family-friendly car.
The Panamera is definitely not lacking in performance with its 453-hp twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8, swift acceleration of 3.9 seconds, and a top speed of 181 mph.
11 Acura NSX R Type - $195,000
Branded as an everyday use hybrid supercar, the Acura NSX Type R rivals even the elite of the elite, such as the Porsche 911 - a car that has changed drastically over the years- and Audi R8.
The NSX features a twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V-6 accompanied by an electric motor for the rear wheels and another two that individually power each of the front wheels, with a total horsepower worth of 573. However, the car is only limited to two seats, is limited as far as the luxurious features, and is yet to fully be crash-tested, making safety concern for many and warranting the question of whether or not the car is worth the price.
10 Tesla Roadster - $200,000
Tesla took the world of automotive manufacturing by storm and solidified its position as the number one eco-friendly manufacturer and acted as a stepping stone for many of the current electric cars.
The Roadster, an electric car with a modern supercar look to it, challenges some of the most powerful non-hybrid cars. It brags an acceleration of 1,9 seconds, being the third fastest accelerating car, with the Aspark Owl being the fastest. The Roadster is powered by 3 electric motors and is the fastest electric car with a top speed of over 250 mph.
9 Bentley Flying Spur - $215,000
A mix of style, performance, and elegance, the Bentley is a car that caters to very few in the automotive community. The arrogant and formal design of the car, complemented by Bentley's iconic exclusive interior matches the price of the car.
The Spur is more than just eye candy, as the performance is just as fierce as the design. The signature twin-turbo W-12 worth 626 horsepower and 664 lb-ft of torque propels this car to 60 mph in just 3.6 seconds and can reach a maximum of 207 mph
8 Ferrari Gtc4lusso - $260,000
Unless you live under a rock, you've definitely heard of the infamous Italian steed, Ferrari. While they're mostly known for the production of their signature 2 seater supercars, Ferrari has dabbled in the production of 4 seaters and has done so with commendable craftsmanship.
The GTC4lusso which is a 2 + 2 coupe, is more than ideal for a family with its spacious interior despite having only two doors. This did not, however, come at the expense of the car's unquestionable performance, as the GTC4lusso houses a V-12 and all-wheel drive, catapulting the car to 60 mph in 3.4 seconds and providing a top speed of 207 mph, which is more than sufficient for a family car.
7 Rolls Royce Wraith - $320,000
The Wraith, much like all other Rolls Royce spares all attention to detail and perfection, with the exclusive interior coated with the highest quality leather, highest luxury features, and the option to add shooting stars with the Rolls Royce Wraith Luminary because why not.
As far as engine-wise, a twin-turbocharged 6.6-litre V-12 hides beneath the hood. The engine produced 625 horsepower with a torque of 605 lb-ft, topping the car's speed at 155 mph.
6 Mercedes AMG GT 63 S Brabus 800 - $356,000
When you think of Brabus, you think of the 3.7-ton fearsome SUV, but rest assured, the Brabus 800 is just as intimidating.
The car excels at high speeds thanks to its exceptional stability and handling which is a result of larger air intakes of the bumper. Sitting at 800 horsepower and a top speed of 196 mph, the 4-litre twin-turbo V-8 provides an acceleration of just under 3 seconds, making it one of the fastest cars in 2020.
5 Lamborghini Aventador SVJ - $520,000
Lamborghini had one goal in mind when they designed the Aventador SVJ, which was creating a car with the performance of a track one, while still keeping it street legal. It went one to break the record of the Nurburgring motorsports complex for street-legal cars, with a time of 6:44.97.
What it took to do so was a 6.5-liter V-12 worth 759 horsepower with a 7-speed Automatic transmission giving this beast of a car a top speed of 217 mph and an acceleration of a mere 2.9 seconds.
4 Rimac C Two - $2.1 Million
Rimac, a Croatian manufacturer that a lot of people saw as a one-hit-wonder with their Concept-One car, quickly proved that this is not the case with the release of there even more technologically-advanced supercar, the C Two.
Despite having the breathtaking price of $2.1 million, the C Two sold all of 150 of their cars set for production. That was 2 years before the car's planned release this year, with extra features and car options costing up to $600,000. Its electric engine is worth 1.985 horsepower, making it only second to the Lotus Evija as far as power(2,000 hp), and with an acceleration of 1.85 seconds, the C Two is the second fastest accelerating car out there.
3 Mercedes-AMG One - $2.72 Million
The AMG One that was a byproduct of a partnership between Mercedes and British GrandPrix champion Lewis Hamilton. The AMG One's, which is considered to be the Aston Martin Valkyrie's main rivaling car, aims to be the street version of Formula 1 cars, and it does so flawlessly.
The hybrid car enjoys the presence of 1.6-liter V-6, four valves per cylinder, and a turbocharger electric motor. Worth over 1000 horsepower, the car has a 0-124 acceleration of just 6 seconds, and a top speed of 217 mph.
2 Koenigsegg Jesko - $3 Million
Much like its name, the Koenigsegg Jesko is a uniquely designed car by Swedish automotive manufacturers Koenigsegg. The company brags that the Jesko features the "most powerful Koenigsegg internal combustion engine ever made."
For the hefty price of $3 million, you get your hands on a street-legal track car, with a 5.0 liter, twin-turbocharged V8 with 1600 hp when fueled by E85 biofuel, and 1,280 when not. With an acceleration of 2.5 seconds and a top speed of 300+ mph, the Jesko proudly holds the title of the fastest production car available.
1 Aston Martin Valkyrie - $3.2 Million
The Valkyrie was a group effort between Aston Martin, Red Bull racing, and several other automotive manufacturers. The Valkyrie is the brand's first-ever hypercar and challenges and is eccentric as it challenges all of Aston Martin's conventional designs and builds.
With 1,130 horsepower and 663 lb-ft of torque to the engine's name, a flawless 6.5-liter Cosworth V-12, the Valkyrie a top speed of 250 mph and an acceleration of 2.5s. Only 150 street-legal versions of this car are and will be produced this year, with 25 of the car's competitive version coming into play this year.