Rocket League is a highly popular car-based, soccer video game where you can play as one of many different cars and compete against other players in various multiplayer modes.
The game is a super fun online game that encourages teamwork and skill to win matches.
There are various cars in the game, and it tends to be a personal preference when it comes to which is the best. That being said, there are cars that can improve your gameplay.
With that in mind, we are going to be taking a look at what can be considered some of the best cars and hitboxes in Rocket League (see also ‘How To Speed Flip In Rocket League‘).
What Are Hitboxes In Rocket League?
Hitboxes refer to one of the six body types available for the cars in Rocket League. These body types are:
Plank: This is a flat body type that features a large surface area on both the top and bottom of the car. This makes it very helpful when it comes to blocking the shots of other players.
Octane: This is one of the most popular hitboxes in the game, as it is great for ball control. The short length of the Octane’s hitbox can help with ball control, whilst the tallness of it is useful when it comes to hitting the ball with the side or the front of the vehicle.
Dominus: The Dominus is another popular hitbox due to the balance that it offers, allowing for more leveled and natural gameplay.
Breakout: The Breakout hitbox is very similar to the Dominus, though it features a narrower frame. This makes it a little less popular, but the narrower variation might be appealing for some who prefer a more streamlined car in the game.
Merc: This is the tallest variant of hitbox in the game, which makes this a particularly bulky hitbox. Whilst it might not have as much maneuverability, it is incredibly handy when it comes to taking control of the ball from opponents.
Hybrid: Just underneath the Merc in terms of tallness, the Hybrid is wider than the Breakout but the same length as the Dominus.
So which of these hitboxes makes for the best cars? Well, as we mentioned, it all depends on personal preferences.
It is important to note that the hitboxes do not affect the speed or flying ability of any of the vehicles. Instead, the hitboxes affect the length, width, height, surface, and volume of the Rocket League cars.
These dimensions will change how the car interacts with the ball and the other cars on the field.
Which Cars Have Which Hitboxes?
Let’s now take a look at which cars in the game utilize which hitbox.
Plank
Artemis
Artemis G1
Artemis GXT
Batmobile (2016)
Centio V17
Mantis
Paladin
Sentinel
Twin Mill III
Octane
007’s Aston Martin DB5
Armadillo (Xbox One)
Backfire
Bone Shaker
Dingo
Fast 4WD
Fennec
Ford F-150 RLE
Ford Mustang Mach-E RLE
Gizmo
Grog
Harbinger
Harbinger GXT
Hogsticker (Xbox One)
Jackal
Jurassic Jeep Wrangler
Luigi NSR (Nintendo Switch)
Marauder
Mario NSR (Nintendo Switch)
Mudcat
Mudcat G1
Mudcat GXT
Octane
Octane ZSR
Outlaw
Outlaw GXT
Proteus
Psyclops
Road Hog
Road Hog XL
Scarab
Sweet Tooth (PS4)
Takumi
Takumi RX-T
Triton
The Dark Knight’s Tumbler
Twinzer
Vulcan
Zippy
Dominus
007’s Aston Martin Valhalla
Aftershock
BMW M240i
Batmobile (1989)
Chikara
Chikara G1
Chikara GXT
DeLorean Time Machine
Diestro
Dominus
Dominus GT
Ecto-1
Fast & Furious Dodge Charger
Ford Mustang Shelby GT350R RLE
Formula 1 2021
Gazella GT
Guardian
Guardian G1
Guardian GXT
Hotshot
Ice Charger
Imperator DT5
K.I.T.T
Lamborghini Huracán STO
Mamba
Masamune
Maverick
Maverick G1
Maverick GXT
McLaren 570S
MR11
NASCAR Chevrolet Camaro
NASCAR Ford Mustang
NASCAR Toyota Camry
NASCAR Next Gen Toyota Camry
NASCAR Next Gen Ford Mustang
Nemesis
Peregrine TT
Ripper
Ronin
Ronin G1
Ronin GXT
Samus’ Gunship (Nintendo Switch)
Tyranno
Tyranno GXT
Werewolf
Breakout
Animus GP
Breakout
Breakout Type S
Cyclone
Komodo
Nexus
Nexus SC
Samurai
Merc
Battle Bus
Merc
Nomad
Nomad GXT
Hybrid
Endo
Esper
Fast & Furious Nissan Skyline
Fast & Furious Pontiac Fiero
Insidio
Jaeger 619
Nimbus
R3MX
R3MX GXT
Tygris
Venom
X-Devil
X-Devil MK2
Which Is The Best Car In Rocket League
As mentioned, this is all down to personal preference. However, there are some stand-out vehicles from each hitbox type. Let’s take a look at some of them.
Best Plank: Mantis
This plank-type car features a powerful boost alongside tight controls and the flat design that is well known in the plank hitbox.
The Mantis is great for offensive plays, as it allows you to sideswipe and flip your enemies with ease once you have got the hang of it.
The design makes you a big threat on the field, but it also means that your defense is weaker. If you are looking for a fast, aggressive vehicle, then this is the one for you.
Best Octane: Octane
The self-titled Octane is one of the most well-balanced cars in the game, having excellent attack and defense capabilities. A tight hitbox makes for versatile gameplay and well-balanced dribbling.
This car has an amazing amount of control over the ball and can be used to create space between opponents by making quick passes. The Octane is very easy to use and play with, making it perfect for beginners.
Best Dominus: Dominus
Another self-named car, the Dominus is the most popular car in the game despite the Octane being the most used. The Dominus offers a wide range of benefits thanks to improved acceleration.
It’s ideal for offensive play thanks to this, as well as its large surface area. Its defensive abilities are also quite good, allowing you to easily block shots and keep the ball away from your opponent.
Overall, the Dominus is a great car for both offense and defense.
Best Breakout: Breakout
This muscle car offers a brilliant balance of power, acceleration, and handling, making it the perfect choice for beginners to the game. With a strong boost and good turning ability, the Breakout is a force to be reckoned with when playing offense.
Defensively, the Breakout is not too shabby either, giving you plenty of time to react to incoming attacks. The Breakout is probably the best car for beginners due to its simple mechanics and overall fun factor.
Best Merc: Merc
Mercs are known for being big, bulky beasts on the playing field, and the self-proclaimed Merc is the biggest and bulkiest of the lot. Despite this power, the Merc is also incredibly handy when airborne thanks to that high power.
It provides enough speed to get around the pitch quickly, which is useful in team games where you need to move quickly. On top of this, the Merc is surprisingly agile, making it a good candidate for defensive play.
The Merc is a bit tricky to master, but if you do manage to get the hang of it, you will find yourself dominating matches.
Best Hybrid: Endo
Slick, stylish, and backed up with great performance, the Endo features tight controls and versatility in terms of maneuverability. Endo is a great all-rounder, able to perform well defensively or offensively.
You can easily make quick moves with the Endo thanks to its responsive controls, while the boost makes it difficult for your opponents to catch you off guard.
The Endo is also relatively easy to learn, making it a good choice for beginners. Unfortunately, it is part of a DLC starter pack that has to be bought. That being said, it is certainly a car that is worth the purchase.
Final Thoughts
So there we have it! Some of the best cars in Rocket League, as well as what each hitbox type can offer. Hopefully, this helps you decide which hitbox type you want to use.
It truly is all about personal preferences here, so the key is to experiment with different cars until you find the ones that work best for you. If you are more interested in offense rather than defense, then the Octane might be the way to go.
However, if you’re looking for a car that excels at both, then the Dominus is definitely your best bet. Either way, there are plenty of cars that are sure to satisfy even the pickiest players out there.
So do some research, get some hands-on, in-game experience under your belt, and you are sure to find out which one suits you best.
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