10 Cars That Prove the V10 Still Rules the Sound Game

There’s something raw, almost primal, about a V10 engine’s scream. In an era where turbochargers and electric motors have silenced much of the automotive soul, the V10 remains one of the last true rockstars of the car world. Its sound isn’t just noise it’s emotion, engineering, and adrenaline rolled into one breathtaking symphony.

From exotic supercars to track-tuned beasts, these 10 machines remind us why the V10 will always have a special place in an enthusiast’s heart. Every rev, every downshift, every echo off the tunnel wall — proof that when it comes to pure sound, the V10 still reigns supreme.

Dodge Viper

Okay, we have to start here. The Viper. I mean, come on. It’s basically an 8.4-liter V10 that someone accidentally built a car around. There’s no traction control, it’s brutal, it’s raw… and the sound? It’s not a refined scream, it’s a deep, guttural, American roar. It sounds like pure anger. And it’s so long! The hood goes on forever. A used one, maybe a final gen, you’re looking at… uh, over $100,000 easily now. But for that noise? Almost worth it.

Lexus LFA

Wait, stop. The LFA. This is the one. This is the holy grail. Toyota and Yamaha spent like, a billion years making this engine, and it shows. It revs so fast and it sounds like… a Formula 1 car from the heavens. It’s a high-pitched, metallic wail that just builds and builds. It’s literally a work of art. The problem? They were like $375,000 new and they’re probably more now. So we can’t have one. But we can watch videos of it on YouTube. And cry.

Audi R8

The everyday supercar. Well, kinda. The V10 in the R8 is basically a Lamborghini engine, right? And it shows. It’s more civilized than the Viper, but when you put your foot down, it has this incredible, sharp bark. You can actually daily drive this thing. A used first-gen V10, you might find one for… I dunno, $90,000? Maybe a bit more? It’s the most ‘attainable’ way to get that exotic V10 soundtrack without, like, selling a kidney.

Lamborghini Huracán

Speaking of which… the Huracán. It’s the R8’s crazy Italian cousin. Same basic engine, but it feels angrier, louder, more dramatic. The exhaust note is just pure theater. It crackles on overrun, it screams to the redline… it’s just ridiculous. In the best way. A used one is still well into the $200,000s, so, you know, not exactly a bargain. But if you want to feel like a rockstar for ten seconds, this is it.

Porsche Carrera GT

Oh man. This one is… it’s legend. It’s terrifying. That V10 came from a Le Mans project, and it’s mounted behind you, howling. It’s not just loud, it’s violent. And there’s no stability control, so it’ll probably kill you. But that sound… it’s a pure, unfiltered race engine. Prices are now in the million-dollar range. So, yeah. We’re not buying one. But we can dream.

BMW M5 (E60)

This is the sleeper. A four-door family sedan… with a V10 from a Formula 1-inspired engine. How cool is that? It’s a 5-series that revs to 8,250 RPM and sounds like a banshee. It’s totally impractical and famously unreliable, but who cares? You can pick one of these used for, like, $30,000 now. For V10 noises on a budget, this is honestly one of the best plays. Just… maybe set aside another $5k for repairs.

Volkswagen Touareg V10 TDI

Wait, this one is hilarious. It’s a freaking diesel V10. In a Volkswagen SUV. It doesn’t scream, it rumbles. It’s this deep, thunderous torque monster that can tow a house. It makes no sense at all, and that’s why I love it. You’re just in this normal-looking SUV and then… BRRRRRR. It’s a weird, niche thing. You can find them for maybe $15,000 now, but good luck finding one that hasn’t been totally beaten up.

Audi S6/S8 (C6 Generation)

Audi just quietly dropped a Lamborghini Gallardo V10 into their sedans. How awesome is that?. And that’s the cool part. A used S6 from that era is probably in the $20,000 range now? Such a cool, stealthy choice.

Dodge Ram SRT-10

Because why not put a Viper V10 into a pickup truck? Honestly, America in one car. It was the fastest production truck in the world for a while. It’s completely ridiculous. The sound of that V10 echoing out of a single side exit exhaust… while you’re in a pickup bed. It’s glorious. Prices are all over, but you might snag one for $40,000 or so. It’s the opposite of subtle.

BMW M6 (E63/E64)

Same glorious V10 as the M5, but in a coupe. So it’s just a little bit more special, a little bit more focused. That high-revving scream suits the grand tourer body so well. It’s a beautiful car that sounds absolutely epic. And again, you’re getting that insane soundtrack for used car money now, like low $30s. Just, you know, be friends with a good mechanic.