Vehicles

Car Classes & PI System — Complete Guide

Intermediate 6 min read

Performance Class Overview

FH6 uses the PI (Performance Index) system. Cars range from D class (100–400) to the new R class (900–999) introduced for track-focused hypercars.

Class PI Range Best For
D 100–499 Classic cars, relaxed cruising
C 500–599 Technical racing, low-power fun
B 600–699 Great all-rounder for beginners
A 700–799 Competitive online racing sweet spot
S1 800–899 Fast but controllable
S2 900–949 Extreme performance
R 950–999 New: track-focused hypercars & prototypes

Best Starter Cars

Car Class Drive Why
Toyota Celica GT-Four ST205 C→A AWD Best for beginners — handles every surface
Nissan Silvia K's (S13) B→A RWD Best for drift and touge
GMC Jimmy K5 C→B 4WD Best for off-road exploration

Top Picks by Class

A Class (700–799) — The Competitive Standard

Car Drive Strength
Nissan GT-R (R35) AWD Grip monster, great launch
BMW M4 Competition RWD Excellent all-rounder
Honda NSX Type R AWD Lightweight cornering
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N AWD EV torque, surprisingly fast

S1 Class (800–899)

Car Drive Strength
Porsche 911 GT3 RS RWD Top-tier cornering
Lamborghini Huracán STO RWD Balanced speed & handling
Lexus LFA RWD Iconic V10, great sound
2025 GR GT Prototype FR Cover car — balanced performer

R Class (950–999) — New Top Tier

Car Notes
Aston Martin Valkyrie Track-focused hypercar
Ferrari FXX-K Evo Extreme track toy
Pagani Huayra R V12 track monster
Koenigsegg Jesko Top speed king

Upgrading Strategy

  1. Tires first — always upgrade to Race Slicks or Sport
  2. Weight reduction — second biggest impact on lap times
  3. Engine — only after handling is sorted
  4. Don't max out your starter car — save credits for mid-tier cars

Next: Racing Tips & Techniques to learn how to get the most from your build.

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