A popular racing game most commonly found on Mobile and Switch, Asphalt 9: Legends can also be played on Xbox and PC. It features 100+ cars for racers to test their skill on the track. Combined with a large upgrade and tuning system, there is plenty of content to keep players coming back for more.
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But where should new racers start amongst the millions of more experienced players? In this game, everyone starts with the D-Class of vehicles. These tend to be the slowest and easiest to handle, so they make a good introduction to the game's controls. But since many players want to get right to winning races, they'll need a great D-Class car to get going.
10 TVR Griffith
The TVR Griffith by far is the fastest vehicle in the D-Class lineup. It tops out at 322 km/h at stock, and 338.7 km/h when it's been upgraded to max stats. For comparison, the average top speed for D-Class cars is 267.83 km/h at stock and 288.03 km/h when maxed. This vehicle packs quite a bit of raw power.
Unfortunately though, speed is all the TVR Griffith has to offer. It may be difficult for new players to keep under control unless they have previous experience with similar racing games. The only other stat above average is the acceleration at the stock level. Once players fully upgrade the vehicle, the acceleration dips below average as well.
9 Porsche 911 Targa 4S
The Porsche 911 Targa 4S is comparable to the Griffith. It's not quite as fast, with a top stock speed of 303 km/h and a top maxed speed of 315.1 km/h. It's similarly below-average in other stats as well. While the handling is a bit lower than the Griffith's, it does have slightly improved nitro capacity.
Also similarly to the TVR Griffith, The Targa 4S will take some doing for racers to keep this vehicle going where they want it. Players may need some decent track knowledge before they can make proper use of its speed.
8 Porsche 718 Cayman
An excellent early game choice, the Porsche 718 Cayman boasts above-average top speeds of 275 km/h stock and 295.7 km/h maxed. It also has above-average handling at stock. Its Nitro capacity at stock is average for D-Class, but rises a little above average for maxed D-Class cars.
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When maxed, the Cayman's handling drops a little below average for D-Class, but is still decent given its speed. This car also has below-average acceleration at both stock and maxed levels, but its speed and nitro can help make up for this deficit.
7 BMW i8 Roadster
It may not be the fastest car on track, but the BMW i8 Roadster certainly isn't the worst of the lot. It makes up for a lack of speed (250 km/h stock and 278.3 km/h maxed) with its other stats. Its acceleration is a little below average at stock, but it still boasts excellent handling and nitro.
This vehicle really shines when it's been upgraded. Its acceleration rises well above the average for D-Class maxed vehicles, while its handling soars even higher. The Roadster's nitro remains high as well. It makes a great introduction vehicle to the game, and provides some great advantages for outperforming the competition.
6 Mazda Furai
The Mazda Furai is a speedster that doesn't take too much off the other stats either. It has a stock top speed of 290 km/h and a maxed top speed of 305.5 km/h. Its acceleration capabilities are also way above D-Class averages. With the Furai's speed and acceleration, players can shoot ahead of the pack.
The Furai is a little lacking in handling, which isn't surprising given its speed, but it's not too far behind D-Class averages. Its nitro struggles the most, but still has enough capacity to give racers a quick boost when needed. Altogether, this is a well-balanced vehicle with a great speed advantage.
5 Honda Civic Type R
With an above-average stock top speed of 271 km/h, the Honda Civic Type R is a top choice for D-Class racers. Though its top speed drops just below average at 285.3 km/h when maxed, it offers above-average acceleration to aid racers in their quest for gold.
Though the Type R's handling is below average at stock, it does rise above D-Class averages when maxed out. Its nitro is behind the averages as well, but not so far behind as to be useless. This vehicle will still provide racers with a good chance at victory.
4 Ginetta G60
This ride offers incredible handling and great nitro, despite above-average top speeds of 275 km/h at stock and 290.7 km/hat maxed stats. All in all, this makes the Ginetta G60 s a superb choice for new racers. It provides great speeds while still being easy to control, which means new players will be able to keep up with those who are a little more experienced.
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The only place the G60 is lacking is in acceleration, being a few points below the average for both stock and maxed D-Class vehicles. However, it can easily make up for this in speed and nitro.
3 Ford Shelby GT350R
Boasting top speeds of 276 km/h stock and 299.9 km/h maxed, the GT350R is a wonderful option from D-Class. It also has above-average acceleration at both stock and maxed levels. Its stock handling is above-average, but drops below the D-Class maxed average when fully upgraded.
The nitro is lacking the most in the GT350R. It is a few points below average at stock, and dips a little further below when upgraded to max levels. Still, that is a small sacrifice, and a decent racer can still make excellent use of this vehicle.
2 Chevrolet Corvette C7.R
The Chevrolet Corvette C7.R should be a top choice of D-Class racers just getting started in Asphalt 9. It provides excellent speeds of 295 km/h stock and 307.6 km/h maxed. Additionally, exceptional acceleration compared to other D-Class cars can help blast ahead of other players from the start of a race.
This car's nitro capacity is also quite helpful, being about average for the class. The only downside is that racers will need a skilled hand to keep control of this vehicle, as its handling leaves much to be desired.
1 Lamborghini Huracan Super Trofeo Evo
For racers that want to give this game a strong start, the Lamborghini Huracan Super Trofeo Evo is the best choice. It provides superb speeds, just a bit below those of the C7.R at 290 km/h stock and 303.7 km/h maxed. Furthermore, it has better acceleration and far better handling at both stock and maxed levels.
The C7.R beats the Trofeo Evo slightly in nitro, but the Evo has more than enough nitro capacity to be useful. Overall, this vehicle will give racers a wonderful chance to start the game off right, even if not upgraded fully.