When it comes to luxury products, the most expensive luxury cars in the world in 2014 stand head-and-shoulders (or hood-and-spoilers) above just about anything else in the world in terms of their appeal. While owning a yacht, or a mansion, or even a private plane may cost more in terms of sheer wealth, those aren’t exactly things you can show off to the world or be seen in. In this way, there’s nothing quite like an incredibly expensive, drop-dead gorgeous luxury vehicle to turn heads, inspire onlookers, and provide their owners with a deep sense of satisfaction.
There’s also nothing quite like the thrill of getting behind the wheel of one of the most expensive luxury cars in the world in 2014, and feeling the sheer power of the vehicle at your disposal; the ferocious acceleration and blazing top speeds, even if in the latter case there are few places outside of closed racing circuits (or Germany’s autobahn) where one could truly push them to their limits.
Truly, the most expensive luxury vehicles come with incredible perks that for many people (particularly mid-life crisis men), are more than worth their exorbitant costs. Just how exorbitant can those costs become? Check out our list of the most expensive luxury cars in the world in 2014 and find out. And if you’ve still got the need for speed after checking out this list, be sure to check out our previous feature on the fastest growing blue collar jobs.
10. Porsche 918 Spyder ($845,000)
This German piece of beauty runs at an amazing 887-horsepower with a 4.6-liter V8 engine. This lightweight sports car can reach 62 miles per hour in just 2.5 seconds! When we say “luxury comes at a price”, we mean it, as you can see; our countdown begins with a car whose accompanying price tag already stands at nearly $1 million; and it won’t be long before that is topped.
9. Hennessey Venom GT ($1.2 Million)
This car made its way into the Guinness World Book of Records for reaching 186 mph in just under 14 seconds. The Hennessey Venom GT surely has a high class body design and incredible down-force that help keeps this beauty stable at such high speeds. With only 29 made worldwide, it is a rare beauty indeed, and the $1.2 million price tag exemplifies that magnificence.
8. PaganiHuayra ($1.5 Million)
Rare and exclusive as they are, Pagani cars are very expensive and highly renowned for their luxuriousness. The Huayra comes with a twin-turbochargered, 6.0-liter V12 engine that can pack a punch of 720 horsepower, and reach a top speed of 230 mph! With an impressive CFD-tested suspension system, this car feels like you’re zooming over the roads like you aboard a luxury jet. You can own one right now for a mere $1.5 million, putting it at number eight on our list.
7. KoenigseggAgera S ($1.52 Million)
The KoenigseggAgera S is a complete beast with a 1000, and I repeat, a 1000-horsepower 5.0-litre V8 engine. If you enjoy a little fast pace to your daily life, this beast can hit about 188 mph in 23 seconds; your milk runs will be so fast, you won’t even remember going. Adjustable rear wings, a state-of-the-art traction control system, and a carbon-fiber chassis with an aluminum honeycomb are just some of the highlights of this high end luxury sports car.
6. Aston Martin One-77 ($1.8 Million)
With 77 units in existence, a 220 mph top speed, and acceleration to 62 mph in 3.2 seconds, this car is a shining example of a luxurious, high-impact sports car. Oh, and it also has a 7.3-liter 760-horsepower V12 engine. For a starting price of $1,800,000, this beauty sure is a keeper.
5. Ferrari 599XX ($2 Million)
You just knew there had to be a Ferrari in this list. The 599XX is no joke, nor even just an average Ferrari. The 599XX exceeds expectations by leaps and bounds on its performance and power output. Ferrari put out its best when it came to this luxury sports car, which earned it a $2 million price tag as a result.
4. Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse ($2.5 Million)
This beast has a 1,200-horsepower, 8-liter, 16-cylinder engine, with a top speed of 255.5 mph; simply put, it’s the fastest car in the world. Being not only fast, but also luxurious in all aspects, this car requires a world-class handling and braking system, which Bugatti provides with pleasure. For a starting price of $2.5 million, this beauty is number four on our list.
3. W Motors LykanHypersport ($3.4 Million)
This piece of beauty was custom made for only seven lucky rich folk in the world. Extremely fast and extremely exclusive, it even includes a holographic display system. If for nothing else, the display alone is enough to make it number three on our list.
2. Lamborghini Veneno Roadster ($4.5 Million)
This Italian supercar is probably one of the most impressive luxury cars out there. With its highly intimidating body design, lightning-fast speed and sheer beauty, the Lamborghini Veneno Roadster very deservedly holds the second spot among all these great cars.
1. MaybachExelero ($8 Million)
Being the most expensive vehicle by Maybach, the Exelero sits as the king of this countdown. With a 700-horsepower, 6-liter engine and acceleration to 60 mph in 4.4 seconds, it’s not the absolute top performing luxury vehicle, as you’ve seen. Yet in terms of sheer luxury, design, and exclusiveness, it’s the absolute pinnacle of luxury automobiles, and easily sits atop out list with an $8 million price tag.
