Cars in NFS: The Run - Announced

The E92 M3 was a massive step forward for BMW, sporting a V8 for the first time in M3 history, with 444 horsepower emitting from its 4.4-liter mill. The M3 GTS takes the blueprint set by the E92 base car and ripped out all the modern conveniences, including hollowing out the interior, which helped the car shed 300 pounds and increase its performance. Not a single millimeter of this car was left to chance, making it a perfect ride for The Run.

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS 4.4L V8
HORSEPOWER 450HP @ 8300 RPM
TORQUE 324 LB/FT. @ 3750
RPM 0-60 MPH4.4STOP
SPEED 190+ MPH


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Is there anything we can tell you about the V10-powered Audi R8 that would make you want to drive it more in Need for Speed The Run? The R8 is quite simply the finest road car Audi has ever built. It hugs corners, destroys straights, and is easily one of the most beautiful cars to ever come out of Germany. With 525 horsepower from a Lamborghini-sourced V10 carrying the mail, the R8 is one of the most powerful cars you’ll have access to on your journey from San Francisco to New York.

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS 5.2L FSI V10
HORSEPOWER 525HP @ 8000 RPM
TORQUE 390 LB/FT. @ 6500
RPM 0-60
MPH 3.9S
TOP SPEED 196 MPH

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If the Shelby GT500 is the ultimate Mustang, the Super Snake is the definitive expression of Shelby performance. Available as a performance kit for the standard GT500 rather than a standalone monster, the Super Snake increases horsepower from the supercharged 5.4-liter V8 to a meaty 750 and adds a fiberglass ram-air hood, carbon fiber front splitter and skirts, six-piston Baer brakes, a complete track suspension setup, and cat-back exhaust. Suffice to say, the Super Snake will blow the doors off most cops, and will be a strong competitor when you go on The Run this November.

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS 5.4L SUPERCHARGED V8
HORSEPOWER 725 HP @ 6200 RPM
TORQUE 710 LB/FT. @ 5000
RPM 0-60 MPH 4.1S
TOP SPEED 185+ MPH

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The McLaren F1 was a love letter to performance enthusiasts, with legendary power, brilliant handling, race-tested engineering, and looks that could kill. Following the F1 is an incredible task, but if any car can pull it off, it’s the MP4-12C. Fast, agile, and drop-dead gorgeous, the MP4-12C is powered by a 3.8-liter twin-turbo V8 that kicks out 592 horsepower and produces 443 lb/ft. of torque. Its dry weight is less than 3,000 pounds, and total price is ¼ what you’d pay for a (used) F1. Take this baby on The Run with you, and you’ll never want to give it up.

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS 3.8L TWIN-TURBO V8
HORSEPOWER 592HP @ 7000 RPM
TORQUE 443 LB/FT. @ 3750
RPM 0-60 MPH 3.3S
TOP SPEED 200+ MPH

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The Porsche 993 GT2 is a street legal version of the 911 GT2 race car, and is one of the most sought-after collector Porsches in the history of the automaker, largely due to its rarity and the fact that it’s rear-wheel drive, a change from the standard AWD. With an air-cooled flat-six pumping out 450 horsepower – the increase is the result of higher boost pressure in its turbo, making it the fastest air-cooled Porsche ever available publically – the GT2 is a force on tarmac anywhere, and will be tough to beat in any race, especially the cross-country fight you’ll be facing in Need for Speed The Run.

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS 3.6L TURBO FLAT-6
HORSEPOWER 450HP @ 5750 RPM
TORQUE 400 LB/FT. @ 4500
RPM 0-60 MPH 3.9S
TOP SPEED 184 MPH

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Widely considered one of the best-looking Japanese cars ever produced, and arguably the best from the ‘70s, the Datsun 240Z (also known as the Nissan Fairlady Z or S30) is a rare sight to behold, but will make its presence felt in Need for Speed The Run. The stylish 151hp coupe will benefit from its lightweight and racing bloodlines, helping it navigate the trickiest corners with flawless beauty. Whether you’re tearing through the city or the countryside, the 240Z will always get a second look from gearheads and racers alike.

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS 2.4L STRAIGHT-SIX
HORSEPOWER 151
TORQUE 146 LB/FT.
0-60 MPH 8S
TOP SPEED 125MPH

On any given weekend in the United States, there are more Mazda MX-5’s on the racetrack than any other car. The 167hp MX-5, commonly known as the Miata, is one of the lightest cars in Need for Speed The Run, making it perfect for negotiating tight city streets or catching air off of highway crests. This model also has an extra 500 revs before redline, and you’ll need every one of them as you gun it to New York! While it may be small in size, it packs a lot of punch and shouldn’t be taken for granted in any event.

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS 2.0L INLINE-4
HORSEPOWER 167
TORQUE 140 LB/FT.
0-60 MPH 7.5s
TOP SPEED 130MPH

BMW M3 E30 SPORT EVOLUTION

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The 238hp Sport Evolution is a no-holds-barred, no-frills race car with a license plate. Forget things like a sunroof, power windows, and air conditioning – everything has been thrown out to keep weight down and acceleration up. In Need for Speed The Run, this BMW is not slowing down for anything. Nearly every piece and panel on the car is meant to make it faster, and you’ll have your hands full trying to keep up with one, unless you’re driving it yourself!

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS 2.5L I-4
HORSEPOWER 235
TORQUE 177
0-60 MPH 6.1S
TOP SPEED 151

VOLKSWAGEN GTI MK1





The Volkswagen GTI Mk1 is known by a variety of names around the world, including “Golf” or “Rabbit,” and no one would deny that it’s a classic. This “hot hatch” really embraces the latter name because, like a rabbit, it’s small, quick, and nimble enough for any chase full of hairpin turns.

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS 1.8L IN-LINE 4
HORSEPOWER 112
TORQUE 103
0-60 MPH 8.7S
TOP SPEED 112

Continuing in the fine Need for Speed tradition of representing as many classic muscle cars as possible, the 1971 Dodge Challenger R/T, powered by the legendary 426 cubic-inch HEMI V8 returns in Need for Speed The Run. With 425 horsepower roaring from beneath its hood, the Challenger was a car built with open freeways in mind, so you won’t be trailing the pack for long in this beast.

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS 426CI “HEMI” V8
HORSEPOWER 425
TORQUE 490 LB/FT.
0-60 MPH 5.7S
TOP SPEED 156MPH

The Camaro in itself is a monster, but the ZL1 throws convention out of the window by dropping in a supercharged 6.2L V-8 to push the Chevrolet to obscene levels of power. Rocketing down the highway in Need for Speed The Run will be common practice as you hunt down everyone in front of you. The Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 is the epitome of brute force and will factor when it comes to winning The Run.

However, the Camaro ZL1 is only available with the Need for Speed The Run Limited Edition.

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS 6.2-LITER V8
HORSEPOWER 550HP
TORQUE 550 LB/FT.
0-60 MPH 4.0S
TOP SPEED 175MPH (ESTIMATED)

With a massive V12 boasting nearly 700hp of raw, uncensored power, the Lamborghini Aventador is the newest raging bull to hit the pavement. Arguably one of the sexiest cars in the world, it won’t be mistaken for any other as it flies past you at a top speed of 220mph. The sleek Aventador is named for a trophy-winning bull, and choosing it significantly increases your chances of winning The Run as well.

Want to be the one flying past the competition? The Lamborghini Aventador is only available with the Need for Speed The Run Limited Edition.

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS 6.5-LITER V12
HORSEPOWER 690HP
TORQUE 510 LB/FT.
0-60 MPH 2.9S
TOP SPEED 220MPH

With its low stance and aggressive lines, the Scirocco R is more than just a hatchback. Putting its power to the front wheels, the turbocharged 265hp takes cues from the Golf, but offers much more bang for the buck. In Need for Speed The Run, you’ll need every bit of the engine as you put the pedal down through the mountains, or long stretches of desert. This European favorite hasn’t been released in the US, making The Run the only place you can drive it across the country!

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS 2.0L TURBOCHARGED 4-CYLINDER
HORSEPOWER 265
TORQUE 258 LB/FT.
0-60 MPH 6.4S
TOP SPEED 155MPH (GOVERNED)

It was known as the 200SX in Europe and the Silvia in Japan. Featuring a bigger turbo than its predecessors, the Nissan Silvia has won the hearts of many around the world. A hit in the Tuner crowd, and a force in the drift world (including being a Team Need for Speed car), you can expect this rear-wheel drive compact to be a fan favorite in Need for Speed The Run.

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS 2.0L "BLACKTOP" ENGINE
HORSEPOWER 217HP
TORQUE 203 LB/FT.
0-60 MPH 6.3S
TOP SPEED 149 MPH

While still a compact car, the Renaultsport (RS) version of the Megane is anything but dialed-down. A turbocharged 2.0-liter engine that gets 80% of its torque from 2000rpm to redline is one that won’t leave you begging for more acceleration. In doing so, it has an excellent power-to-weight ratio which has allowed it to emerge as one of the best cars in its class. Keep the revs up on this French hot hatch and you’ll be carving up roads in Need for Speed The Run at a blistering pace.

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS 2.0L INLINE-4
HORSEPOWER 250
TORQUE 250LB/FT.
0-60 MPH 6.3S
TOP SPEED 149MPH

Answering the call from enthusiasts of the company’s ‘1’ series, BMW expanded its ‘M’ line of performance cars to the entry-level, but the 1M Coupe is anything but a starter car. Powered by a 3-liter twin-turbocharged inline-6, the 1M produces an impressive 335 horsepower and runs from 0-60 in only 4.7 seconds, perfect for getting away from whomever – or whatever – you’re up against in Need for Speed The Run.

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS 3.0-LITER TWIN-TURBO INLINE-6
HORSEPOWER 335
TORQUE 332 LB/FT
0-60 MPH 4.7S
TOP SPEED 155

The spiritual successor to its classic ponycar brother, the Dodge Challenger SRT8 first rolled off the line in 2008 with styling influenced by its classic predecessor, but with all the modern conveniences we expect in cars today. Powered by a 6.1-liter HEMI V8 – about 370 cubic inches – this SRT8 matches the original with 425 horsepower, which is produced at 6200 RPM, giving it more than enough guts to blow by competitors like you were shot out of a cannon in Need for Speed The Run.

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS 6.1-LITER “HEMI” V8
HORSEPOWER 425
TORQUE 420 LB/FT.
0-60 MPH 5S
TOP SPEED 170MPH

A straight-six with 4 liters of pure adrenaline, the Porsche GT3 RS 4.0 is one of the most magnificent street legal cars to ever be produced. With nearly 500hp, the GT3 RS 4.0 has the largest Porsche 911 engine ever produced, on the lightest 911 frame. It’s been stripped down completely on the interior, leaving just enough to make it street legal. But if the cops ever catch you in Need for Speed The Run, that’s the last thing you’ll be worried about. Lucky for you, in this Porsche, the chances of the cops (or anyone else) catching you, is slim to none.

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS 4.0L STRAIGHT-SIX
HORSEPOWER 493
TORQUE 339 LB/FT
0-60 MPH 3.9S
TOP SPEED 193MPH

One of few cars in The Run to have four-wheel drive, the Mitsubishi Lancer EVOLUTION X is a wolf in sheep’s clothing. World-renowned for its rallying, the EVOLUTION X will be the ideal car choice when trying to outrun an avalanche or any other elements that might require the most precise handling available. Couple that with the 291 horses at your disposal, and you’re packing more than enough punch to get you across the finish line first.

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS 2.0L INLINE-4
HORSEPOWER 291
TORQUE 300 LB/FT.
0-60 MPH 4.8S
TOP SPEED 160MPH

The Boss 302 Mustang is one that sounds just as good as it looks. At its core is a V8 that’s itching to put power to the pavement, the late 60’s hot rod will hunt down anything in front of it. You’ll have plenty of opportunity to open it up in Need for Speed The Run as it rumbles down long stretches of highway, eating up the road and leaving an exhaust note that will definitely make you want to choose this car for all 3000 miles.

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS 302 V8
HORSEPOWER 290 (RATED), 350 (ACTUAL)
TORQUE 553 LB/FT.
0-60 MPH 6.9S
TOP SPEED 118MPH

Porsche 911 Carrera S



Here is a sneak peak at one of the most highly anticipated car in 2011! Available in the Need for Speed The Run Limited Edition, here's what we can tell you about the Porsche 911 Carrera S:

Engine Specifications: 3.8-liter Boxer Engine
Horsepower: 400 hp
Torque: 324 lb/ft.
0-60 MPH: 4.1S
Top Speed: 188 MPH

For now, enjoy this screen shot of the Porsche 911 Carrera S in NFS The Run.

Sporting 305hp and bloodlines that run deep into rally racing, the WRX STI is a must for those that want the most control possible when the elements turn against you in Need For Speed The Run. The 5-door hatchback has a 2.5L turbocharged flat-four that will get you from 0 to 60 in 4.7 seconds, and 0 to Avalanche Escapist before you can say “Buried Alive.”

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS 2.5L TURBOCHARGED FLAT-4
HORSEPOWER 305
TORQUE 290 LB/FT.
0-60 MPH 4.7S
TOP SPEED 155

Designed to be a Group A racer, the Nissan Skyline GT-R was wildly successful both on and off the track. Skylines are some of the most sought after cars in the world, and the R32, with its modern styling, twin-turbocharged inline-6 and 266lb/ft of torque will be hugely popular in Need for Speed The Run. Your very own “Godzilla” will be unmistakable to your opponents as they watch your infamous taillights pull further and further ahead of them.

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS 2.6L TWIN-TURBOCHARGED INLINE-6
HORSEPOWER 267
TORQUE 266 LB/FT.
0-60 MPH 4.7S
TOP SPEED 156

Paying tribute to the GT40 racecars of the ‘60s, the Ford GT was America’s answer to European exotics. Drawing power from a monster 5.4L Supercharged V8, the GT is an absolute bullet that’s ready to compete with any other 200mph supercar in Need For Speed The Run. With an exhaust note that’s music to any gearhead’s ears and looks that kill, don’t pass up an opportunity to drive one of the most exquisite exotics on the road today.

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS 5.4L SUPERCHARGED ALUMINUM V8
HORSEPOWER 550
TORQUE 500 LB/FT.
0-60 MPH 3.3S
TOP SPEED 212

One of the most legendary cars in Need For Speed franchise history, the Most Wanted Edition BMW M3 GTS comes roaring back to life in The Run. Featuring all the specs you loved about it in Most Wanted, plus added power over the basic M3 GTS, this crowd favorite is certain to be one of the fastest cars in The Run.

Remember, the Most Wanted Edition BMW M3 GTS is only available through if you pre-order the Need for Speed The Run Limited Edition

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS UNKNOWN
HORSEPOWER UNKNOWN
TORQUE UNKNOWN
0-60 MPH UNKNOWN
TOP SPEED UNKNOWN

Your sworn enemy in Most Wanted, the car everyone was dying to beat, can now be under your control in The Run. Razor’s Ford Mustang Boss 302 will put you in the seat of one of the most sought after cars, and probably paint a target on your back. Are you up to the challenge? Will the 302 small block V8 be enough to hold off your toughest competition? It will, but you’ll need to be a better driver than Razor to win The Run!

Remember, Razor’s Ford Mustang Boss 302 is only available if you pre-order the Need for Speed The Run Limited Edition.

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS UNKNOWN
HORSEPOWER UNKNOWN
TORQUE UNKNOWN
0-60 MPH UNKNOWN
TOP SPEED UNKNOWN

Customization was key in Need For Speed Underground, and as a tribute to that, the Underground Edition Nissan 370Z (Z34) comes fully-loaded with a gorgeous body kit, aftermarket wheels, and a clean green paint job that only the biggest Underground fans could appreciate. With a car this stunning, make sure everyone gets a good look when you speed past them.

Remember, the Underground Edition Nissan 370Z (Z34) is only available for pre-order here!


ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS CONFIDENTIAL
HORSEPOWER CONFIDENTIAL
TORQUE CONFIDENTIAL
0-60 MPH CONFIDENTIAL
TOP SPEED CONFIDENTIAL

Just by looking at the Lamborghini Miura SV, you inherently feel that it’s something incredible. Considered the first true supercar, it was the fastest production car in the world when it was introduced. Gearheads will notice wider rear fenders to support 9-inch tires, and the missing headlight “eyelashes” that set the SV apart from the base Miura. Yet underneath the gorgeous exterior is an equally brilliant 3.9-liter V12 with nearly 400hp. However, with only 150 made, Need For Speed The Run is your best chance to get behind the wheel of it. For classic car lovers, the Miura SV is a must-have.

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS 3.9-LITER V12
HORSEPOWER 380
TORQUE 294 LB/FT.
0-60 MPH 6.4S
TOP SPEED 180MPH

With forged alloy wheels, carbon fiber panels, and a host of other weight reductions, the already feather-light Exige is even quicker now with the Lotus Exige Cup 260. At barely over 2000lbs with a full tank, the acceleration on this supercharged 4-cylinder British rocket is astonishing. In Need For Speed The Run, you’ll feel like you’ve got a race car on the road, and that’s exactly how Lotus wants you to feel. You’ll enjoy tons of power without any of the extra weight to hold you back!

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS SUPERCHARGED INLINE-4
HORSEPOWER 257
TORQUE 174 LB/FT.
0-60 MPH 4.0S
TOP SPEED 152