5 Fabulous Cars From Need For Speed Which Came To The Indian Market

Need For Speed has established itself as a pivotal franchise in the racing game genre, influencing car culture globally. In India, gaming enthusiasts are increasingly embracing car culture, highlighted by the introduction of iconic cars from the franchise. Notable models include the Volkswagen Golf GTi, Mitsubishi Evolution X, Ford Mustang, Lamborghini Aventador, and Aston Martin DB9. Each of these vehicles, celebrated for their performance and design, has been featured in various Need For Speed titles, enhancing the gaming experience and car appreciation among fans.

5 Fabulous Cars From Need For Speed Which Came To The Indian Market (Image for Representation)

Need For Speed has become a classic when it comes to high-octane racing games to be played on PC or gaming consoles. The variety of cars to choose from while constantly upgrading had every kid working hard to beat all the rivals to be the best in the game. Need For Speed has to be credited for being a big influence on car culture across the world. While India has been home to plenty of gamers, car culture is slowly booming in India.
Here are 5 fabuluous cars from Need For Speed franchise which came to the Indian market including Volkswagen Golf GTi, Mitsubishi Evolution X, Ford Mustang, Lamborghini Aventador and Aston Martin DB9, among others:

Volkswagen Golf GTi

Volkswagen Golf GTi

German automaker, Volkswagen recently brought its iconic hot hatch, the Golf GTi to the Indian shores. Volkswagen Golf GTi has been for a long been one of the cars that a player starts his journey with. Powered by a 2.0L TSI turbocharged petrol engine, it produces 237.7 bhp and 370 Nm of torque, mated to a 7-speed dual clutch transmission. The Volkswagen Golf GTi has been featured across Need For Speed games including Need For Speed: Most Wanted, Need For Speed: Carbon, Need For Speed: Pro Street, Need For Speed: Undercover, Need For Speed: Shift and Need For Speed: Heat, among other games.

Mitsubishi Evolution X

Mitsubishi Evolution X

Japanese automaker, Mitsubishi has been a crucial part when it comes to car culture across the world especially with its Lancer series. The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X was launched in India in 2010, being imported as a completely built-up unit (CBU). The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X was powered by a 2.0L turbocharged inline-four 4B11T engine producing 291 bhp and 496 Nm of torque, mated to a 6-speed Twin Clutch Sport Shift Technology. The Mitsubishi Evolution X was featured across Need For Speed games including Need For Speed: Carbon, Need For Speed: Pro Street, Need For Speed: undercover, Need For Speed: Heat and Need For Speed World.

Ford Mustang

Ford Mustang

American automaker, Ford’s iconic pony car, the Mustang has been at the centre of evolving car culture and Need For Speed, playing a major role in the movie inspired from the game. The Ford Mustang that came to India was the 2016 model powered by a 5.0L V8 engine producing approximately 400 bhp and 515 Nm of torque, mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters. The Ford Mustang was featured across Need For Speed games including Need For Speed: Most Wanted, Need For Speed: Carbon, Need For Speed: Payback, Need For Speed: Unbound and Need For Speed: Heat.

Lamborghini Aventador

Lamborghini Aventador

Italian automaker, Lamborghini was featured widely across Need For Speed games. However, the Lamborghini Aventador came to India in 2017 and was powered by a 6.5L naturally aspirated V12 engine producing 691 bhp and 690 Nm of torque, mated to a seven-speed automatic transmission. Need For Speed has featured the Lamborghini Aventador across its games including Need For Speed: Most Wanted (2012), Need For Speed: Heat, Need For Speed: The Run and Need For Speed: Rivals, among others.

Aston Martin DB9

Aston Martin DB9

British automaker, Aston Martin was also featured in Need For Speed games apart from being featured in Bond (007) films. Aston Martin DB9 was launched in India in 2014, being powered by a 5.9L V12 engine producing 470 bhp and 600 Nm of torque, mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. The Aston Martin DB9 was featured across Need For Speed games including Need For Speed: Most Wanted, Need For Speed: Carbon and Need For Speed: Undercover.
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