Key Takeaways
- The Crew 2 features multiple cars that are specifically designed for drag racing, offering top speeds exceeding 310 mph.
- Some top drag cars like the Proto HuP One and Chevrolet Corvette Stingray reach incredible speeds efficiently.
- Affordable options like the Ford Mustang GT and Nissan 370Z offer impressive performance in drag races.
The Crew 2 is an expansive street racing game with dozens of features that has seen consistent updates and content releases since its release. It built off of the previous game’s success by completely overhauling handling systems, introducing new events, and nearly tripling its roster size while incorporating new vehicle types such as planes, motorcycles, and boats. Players who jump into The Crew 2 can unleash their inner speed demon and partake in events across land, sea, and air; even the types of events are unique, with speed trials, drifting, and cross-country racing serving as incredibly fun options.
One of the most long-standing race events in the racing community and racing games alike is the drag race event. The epitome of speed for prestige and bragging rights, drag racing decides who is the fastest once and for all. Gamers go head-to-head with other players or AI NPCs and put the pedal to the metal, where one bad shift can decide if a car reaches the finish line or gets left in the dust. To compete in these events, players will need the best of the best to hit zero to sixty and keep trucking. Here are some of the best drag cars in The Crew 2.
Updated September 24, 2024, by Vlad Mazanko: Following a recent major discount across all digital storefronts, The Crew 2 has seen a surge of new players, even updating its all-time player peak. As such, newcomers might be interested in finding the best cars for each of the game’s numerous racing disciplines, including drag racing.
While nearly every car can be customized to compete in drag events, there are 11 specially designated Drag Edition cars that come pre-tuned for drag racing. These vehicles are available at a reduced price compared to their street-ready or drift-ready counterparts. Below is a list of all Drag Edition cars available in The Crew 2, which are the fastest on straight roads and can reach top speeds exceeding 310 mph.
1 Proto HuP One Inferno Edition
Cost To Buy: 391,439 Bucks
Perhaps the most unique vehicle on the list, the Proto HuP One Inferno Edition is a custom vehicle released into The Crew 2 with a season update. The vehicle’s firey design matches its ability in drag races as its incredible acceleration pushes it ahead of the competition in no time flat.
While the Proto HuP One is not a vehicle that could succeed much anywhere else in the game, it has a clear place as one of the best drag cars on the roster for being one of the fastest cars in the game. Players should note that this car is also the most expensive in its category, demanding quite an investment to purchase.
2 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
Cost To Buy: 138,319 Bucks
The Chevrolet Corvette Stingray is the epitome of speed, class, and handling in The Crew 2. Its sleek design aids the perfected engineering that propels it further and makes it faster and more efficient than most vehicles in the entire game.
The Crew 2 players who want to force the competition to lose all hope will want to be behind the wheels of this car. The acceleration and extreme top speed that the Corvette Stingray is capable of making it the best choice for drag racing.
3 Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34)
Cost To Buy: 118,159 Bucks
The Nissan Skyline GT-R is a world-renowned vehicle most popular in the street racing scene due to its appearances throughout the Fast & Furious movies and various other media over the years.
The Skyline GT-R is a great pick in The Crew 2 thanks to its ability to perform across almost all event types in the game, with drag racing just being one of them. It takes a little bit more to pull the most potential out of the Skyline than other vehicle options, but the proper setup will unleash its powerful performance and make it a top contender.
4 Dodge SRT Viper GTS
Cost To Buy: 159,600 Bucks
The Dodge SRT Viper is a legendary appearance on most, if not all, tracks around the world. From design to engineering, the Viper GTS is an immaculate creation of horsepower and aerodynamics, which are both paramount in drag racing. The Viper is an exceptional machine with high responsiveness and acceleration to match.
While the Viper is a pricey machine at well over a few hundred thousand, it is more than worth it with more bang for its buck, as it boasts the highest performance level among all stock drag-ready vehicles in The Crew 2.
5 Ford Mustang GT
Cost To Buy: 106,959 Bucks
The Ford Mustang GT is one of the top American classic muscle car lines attached to drag racing since the line of vehicles was created. In The Crew 2, the Mustang GT is the modern reincarnation of the line and has more than enough punch to shoot past the finish line in record time.
The proper tuning with the best parts available will turn heads in four seconds or less when it flies away, pushing two hundred miles per hour. It’s also one of the most affordable choices among its class, adding some extra incentive for players who are already looking at the Mustang as their starting drag racing ride.
6 Dodge Challenger SRT-8 392
Cost To Buy: 117,599 Bucks
Dodge motor vehicles have always been able to dominate the drag race scene, and the Dodge Challenger SRT-8 is another old-school classic with new life that has been brought into modern racing.
The roar of this new-age American muscle will echo off the track and put most to shame with its incredible acceleration and top speed. Overall, the Challenger is a top-shelf choice for drag events and, if tuned correctly, can hang neck and neck with anything in its class.
7 Chevrolet Camaro SS
Cost To Buy: 107,519 Bucks
The Chevrolet Camaro SS is a beautiful beast of a machine that can more than hold its own with its old-school style against the new school of acceleration monsters in the racing scene. The modern Camaro is an excellent car for players who enjoy a different type of style and want something to stand out among the sleek, exotic designs of modern street rides.
The handling and acceleration of the Camaro SS are more than capable of making an impact in a race; however, it may come up a little short in terms of top speed. Another advantage is that this vehicle is also one of the cheapest in its category, adding extra points for its affordability to newcomers.
8 Nissan 370Z (Z34)
Cost To Buy: 106,959 Bucks
Nissan’s line of tuner vehicles have been staples on the street racing scene, and in Ubisoft’s The Crew 2, the Nissan 370Z is one of the most versatile vehicles in the line, able to compete at high levels in multiple classes.
With a starting horsepower of over three hundred and a startling zero-to-sixty ratio, the 370Z is a more than adequate choice when taking on the straight and narrows of The Crew 2, and it’s also one of the most affordable in its class.
9 Ford Focus RS
Cost To Buy: 106,399 Bucks
The idea of transforming the Ford Focus RS into a supercharged drag racing monster is something players don’t often see in arcade racing games. Typically, this three-door hot hatch is associated with rally, dirt, street, or occasionally drift events. However, the appeal of conquering the muscle-dominated drag discipline in such an unconventional vehicle is hard to resist.
Despite being one of the most affordable drag cars in The Crew 2, the Ford Focus RS holds its own, being capable of reaching an impressive top speed of over 300 mph even in its stock form. Its acceleration is also on par with other drag cars, though, like the rest, its handling makes it less practical for use outside of drag-specific events.
10 RUF CTR-3
Cost To Buy: 128,799
Despite their racing-inspired design, loosely based on iconic Porsche models, RUF cars are among the least popular choices for drag races in The Crew 2. This is mainly because both the RUF CTR-3 and 3400 K fall short in top speed when fully upgraded, compared to other vehicles in the drag racing category.
The stock version of the RUF CTR-3 performs well, offering impressive acceleration and solid value for its price. However, once players begin upgrading the vehicle, the CTR-3’s top speed lags behind the competition. As a result, there’s little incentive to choose this model over faster, more drag-ready options.
11 RUF 3400 K
Cost To Buy: 118,159 Bucks
The Porsche-inspired RUF 3400 K certainly looks the part, promising high performance that may be appealing to newcomers. However, much like the RUF CTR-3, the 3400 K excels only when racing against other stock cars, as its top speed significantly lags behind every other upgraded drag car.
Likely due to an unresolved bug, the RUF cars are not ideal for players looking to dominate drag events in The Crew 2, as they simply can’t compete with faster options. Ultimately, both RUF models aren’t worth purchasing unless players are looking to complete their collection.
