For any LEGO newcomer – any adult who's looking for an entry point into this incredible hobby – you can't go wrong with one of the car replicas. The newest models incorporate a bit of everything – a little Technic for the car's frame; an interlocking web of rods, studs, and gears for the steering, and some traditional bricks for the body and finish. It's a crash course on all LEGO fundamentals – all the innovative building techniques that the company has mainstreamed and popularized over the past decade.
As an upside, you'll also end up with something that "works." The best thing about LEGO vehicles is that they're fairly durable and contain numerous practical features – steering, of course, but also things like gear shifts, suspension, retractable headlights, and moving peripheral elements. When you're ready to move beyond LEGO, many of these best LEGO alternatives boast working features too.
Whether you're into classic cars from the old days or the iconic vehicles from Hollywood blockbusters (like this recreation of the Batmobile from the 1966 Adam West-led show), IGN has you covered. Here are all the best LEGO car sets that you can buy in 2025.
TL;DR Best LEGO Car Sets in 2025
- BMW M 1000 RR
- Lamborghini Countach 5000 Quattrovalvole
- Optimus Prime
- Bumblebee
- NASA Apollo Lunar Roving Vehicle
- Back to the Future Time Machine
- Batman: The Classic TV Series Batmobile
- Mercedes-Benz G 500
- McLaren P1
- Ferrari Daytona SP3
BMW M 1000 RR
This is the biggest motorcycle set that LEGO has ever built (1:5 scale), and fittingly, the inspiration was BMW's only elite M (Motorsports) bike. Visually, its reds and blues are instantly recognizable, and it comes equipped with a 3-speed gearbox, chain transmission, and front and rear suspension.
Lamborghini Countach 5000 Quattrovalvole
A luxury super sports car, this all-white Lamborghini comes with scissor doors that swing upwards, a red interior with textured seating, and a replica of a V12 engine. A massive rear spoiler completes the package and gives this build some extra flair, as if it needs it.
Optimus Prime
The Optimus Prime set does the impossible; it's a model that is equally convincing as both a truck and an Autobot. And it's sturdier than you might think; so long as you're reasonably gentle, you can transform it from one to the other with no breakage. Although expensive, there are occasional deals on Transformers sets that bring the price down.
Bumblebee
The Bumblebee set is the perfect accompaniment to its Optimus Prime big brother, transforming from a VW Beetle to an Autobot and back again. It is also smaller and more cost-effective – a budget option that accomplishes the same thing as its counterpart.
NASA Apollo Lunar Roving Vehicle
This is a model of the lunar vehicle from the Apollo 15, Apollo 16, and Apollo 17 missions –the last of which was the last time that humans set foot on the moon in 1972. The model has both steering and suspension, and it comes with multiple tools for gathering lunar samples.
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Back to the Future Time Machine
The Back to the Future Time Machine is a modified Delorean, and this set allows you to build all three versions – the original with a hook on its roof to harness clock tower lightning; the updated version that flies on fusion power; and the degraded Old West version, with vacuum tubes and whitewall tires.
Batman: The Classic TV Series Batmobile
For those of you who like a little "BAM!" "POW!" and "OOF!" with your Caped Crusader, this model of the Adam West-driven Batmobile is sure to bring a goofy smile to your face. Best of all, when you open the trunk, you can see the infamous Bat-Computer inside. Holy mechanical marvel!
Mercedes Benz G 500 Professional Line
An off-road, G-Class vehicle, this Mercedes Benz Model has a 6-cylinder piston engine under its hood and two differential locks. Its accessories – which include a ladder, spare wheel, and roof rack – make this a perfect candidate for your imaginary outdoor adventures.
McLaren P1
This is a 1:8 scale model of the real deal; LEGO is promoting this set by showing it side-by-side with the actual car, to show how exact and proportional it is. With its 7-speed gearbox and V8 piston engine, this model is one of the most intricately designed in LEGO's repetoire.
Ferrari Daytona SP3
It's the supercar of supercars. This set takes LEGO Technic to its most extreme and artistic. Its sleek design aside, the LEGO Ferrari has signature butterfly doors that open up and out, like you're about to be strapped in for launch. And of course, there's that classic, sporty-red paint job.
The only problem with this set (and most of these sets, for that matter) is the cost; it's luxury cars for luxury prices. And these prices send a message: that the sets are largely geared toward an adult audience with disposable income.
How Many LEGO Car Sets Are There?
According to the official LEGO Store's handy search filter, there are 104 car-themed sets available as of January 2025. If you browse through them, you'll notice that there are several kid-friendly vehicular sets, but with few exceptions, they're the complete opposite of the best ones – overly simple, spare builds that do not challenge or engage anyone above a novice. What LEGO really needs is some mid-priced models in the $50-150 range, that give children and intermediate builders a great experience for less money. Sets like the retired Aston Martin are in short supply. That's a shame, because the LEGO system is equitable in its very essence. And cross-generational appeal is rarely cost-prohibitive.
What's the Most Expensive LEGO Car Set?
When it comes to the most expensive LEGO sets, people unfamiliar with the brick-building company might be surprised to learn you can spend nearly $1,000 on the biggest, most extravagant sets. The most expensive LEGO car sets don't reach quite those heights, probably because LEGO just isn't going to produce a car set that's as big as a castle set, for instance, or the Titanic.
Currently, the highest price LEGO charges for any car set is $449.99 – and three sets currently on the market hit that high price point. One is the Ferrari Daytona SP3 mentioned above. The second is the McLaren P1, also mentioned above. The third is the Lamborghini Sián FKP 37 set. All three are LEGO Technic sets, so they include the kinds of pieces that can make working gear boxes and moving pistons.
Another piece of the puzzle that drives up the price is the attention to detail and the exclusive branding. LEGO collaborated directly with Ferrari, McLaren, and Lamborghini to ensure that every aspect of the models capture the essence of the real machines.
With their intricate design, technical complexity, and partnership with luxury car brands, the LEGO Technic Ferrari Daytona SP3, McLaren P1, and Lamborghini Sián FKP 37 sets are definitely the three most expensive LEGO car sets on the market.
For more of our picks, check out the best LEGO Star Wars sets and the best LEGO Harry Potter sets. We've also chosen our favorite Nintendo LEGO sets released so far.
Kevin Wong is a contributing freelancer for IGN, specializing in LEGO. He's also been published in Complex, Engadget, Gamespot, Kotaku, and more. Follow him on Twitter at @kevinjameswong.
