Best starter cars in GearHeads Empire (levels 1 to 4)
Which car to buy first? We compare the entry cars by price, power and drivetrain, and show when it is worth switching.
Published on October 12, 2026 · 2 min read
The first levels have eleven cars to choose from. The right pick depends on one question: do you want to save money fast or race with more punch?
Comparison
| Car | Level | Drive | Power | Weight | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Falcon Mini 1.0 | 1 | FWD | 75 hp | 950 kg | R$ 4,200 |
| Falcon Urban 1.6 | 1 | FWD | 110 hp | 1,080 kg | R$ 8,500 |
| Orion Compact 1.8 | 1 | FWD | 125 hp | 1,120 kg | R$ 11,000 |
| Hikari EG VTi | 2 | FWD | 160 hp | 1,040 kg | R$ 16,000 |
| Wendel Mini GTS | 2 | FWD | 200 hp | 1,280 kg | R$ 24,000 |
| Wendel Hatch TS | 3 | FWD | 230 hp | 1,350 kg | R$ 32,000 |
| Sorano Kaze | 3 | RWD | 250 hp | 1,250 kg | R$ 40,000 |
| Kairo GT | 3 | RWD | 260 hp | 1,280 kg | R$ 55,000 |
| Sorano Zeta | 4 | RWD | 300 hp | 1,450 kg | R$ 50,000 |
| Tsurugi Raiden | 4 | AWD | 280 hp | 1,400 kg | R$ 78,000 |
| Vortex RS | 4 | RWD | 220 hp | 1,250 kg | R$ 75,000 |
Current catalog prices; the admins can adjust them.
If you are just starting: Falcon Mini 1.0
It is the cheapest and the lightest. With R$ 5,000 in starting cash there is not much left, but the 5 welcome races charge no entry fee, so you build capital without risk. A great entry point, all covered in the first-day guide.
Best value: Hikari EG VTi
At level 2, for R$ 16,000, it delivers 160 hp in only 1,040 kg. Light, agile and cheap to repair, it is the car most drivers use to leave the entry band.
For power seekers: Sorano Zeta
At level 4, rear-wheel drive and 300 hp for R$ 50,000: more power per real than any other car in the band. It demands more setup skill and grip parts, but it pays off.
For wet tracks: Tsurugi Raiden
All-wheel drive. With 280 hp and AWD, it handles any track condition and is a good ally when the weather turns.
When to switch
- Switch when your current car is maxed out on parts and you have cash to spare.
- Keep a reserve for the next days of entry fees.
- Compare the new car prize with its repair cost before deciding. The money guide explains the math.
See the next step in the full car ladder.