Is the New Vigero ZX Really the Fastest Car in GTA Online?
As a long-time GTA fanatic and racing enthusiast, I have to admit to being blown away the first time I slid behind the wheel of the new Declasse Vigero ZX muscle car.
With the latest HSW performance upgrades on next-gen consoles, the Vigero ZX can hit an *astonishing* 157.5 mph top speed!
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That‘s over 10 mph faster than the previous fastest car, the Itali RSX. We‘re talking legitimate hypercar territory here from a beefy muscle sedan.
When I first got the notification that legendary tester Broughy1322 had posted lap timing results with the upgraded Vigero ZX beating out all previous podium contenders, I had to see for myself.
This kind of real-world top speed leaves everything else in the dust – even advanced supercars and exotic hypercar offerings.
How I Tested the New Speed King Vigero ZX
As soon as I acquired the Vigero ZX (for free thanks to my GTA+ membership), I took it straight to my auto shop and customized it with:
- HSW performance upgrade
- Best in class brake upgrades for control
- Body kit and spoiler upgrades to optimize aerodynamics
- Fresh Redline red paint job with race bibs on the doors
With this personalized beast now raring to go, I took it to my usual test track route – a long stretch of freeway heading up towards the prison.
Planting my foot down on the accelerator, I was pinned back in my seat as the supercharged V8 roared towards redline with explosive power. Quickly hitting 140, 150, 160 mph…this thing was a rocket ship!
The Hoonicorn and Itali RSX I‘ve tested before seemed downright tame compared to the Vigero at full speed. And according to Broughy‘s tests, it can sustain this pace and post best-in-class lap times too!
So Is The Vigero ZX Factually the Fastest Car in GTA Online?
Based on all currently available data, yes – the HSW-upgraded Declasse Vigero ZX reigns supreme with a verified top speed of 157.5 mph.
No other car can currently match or beat this number. For comparison:
| Car | Top Speed (mph) |
|---|---|
| Vigero ZX (HSW) | 157.5 |
| Itali RSX (HSW) | 145 |
| Deveste Eight | 131 |
| Krieger | 127 |
| Emerus | 122 |
And the Vigero delivers this ludicrous speed while still retaining muscular aggression – the deafening exhaust, meaty tires, and supercharged V8 that screams muscle car pedigree.
The Magic Ingredient: HSW Next-Gen Upgrades
So what gives? How does a classically designed muscle car like the Vigero ZX leave sophisticated supercars choking on smoke and dust? The answer comes down to HSW upgrades.
HSW, or High Speed Wiring, is a special performance upgrade only available on next-gen PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S consoles. It pushes vehicles to their absolute limits by supercharging acceleration, speed, and control well beyond normal tuning levels.
Cars like the Vigero ZX are transformed with special HSW horsepower boosts, lowered centers of gravity, and high-tech components that turn them into absolute monsters.
It costs over $700k for the HSW upgrade alone – but the proof is in the pudding when it comes to the Vigero ZX‘s performance. This old-school muscle design becomes the new top speed king thanks to cutting-edge HSW upgrades.
What About Cost? Can You Get It for Free?
Given its status as the new fastest set of wheels in Los Santos, the Vigero ZX carries an appropriately hefty price tag.
In total you‘ll need $2.7 million GTA dollars to buy and fully tune up the Vigero ZX with HSW upgrades:
- Base Vigero ZX vehicle: $1,947,000
- HSW Performance upgrade: $790,000
- Cosmetic customizations & performance mods: ~$1,000,000
However, there is a way to skip the huge upfront payment and grab this speed king for free!
By signing up for GTA+ membership, the Vigero ZX is currently the special GTA+ vehicle given to all subscribers at no extra cost.
This perk alone saves you nearly $2 million – letting you take the fastest car in Los Santos out for a spin the moment you log in!
Conclusion: Still King of the Streets In My Book
While the technical speed crown and next-gen upgrades are nice bonuses, what truly sells me on the Vigero ZX is that snarling, roaring, unmistakably muscular flavor.
Sliding behind the wheel, planting my foot down, feeling the rear tires scrabbling for grip before rocketing forwards with screaming V8 power – that‘s what I‘m really after in my dream car to rule Los Santos.
And the Vigero ZX delivers this visceral thrill better than any technical rocketship supercar ever could. Sure, it might be the numbers king…but one test drive tells me it‘s still a classic muscle beast at heart!
