Take a Sneak Peek at the ‘Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift’ Roller Coaster Coming to Universal Orlando

- Michelle Snow
Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift
Universal Studios Hollywood

Universal has unveiled a sneak peek at “Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift” ride vehicles for the coaster that is opening this summer at Universal Studios Hollywood before it opens in 2027 at Universal Orlando.

Universal Studios Hollywood has unveiled the remaining three ride vehicles joining the previously announced Dodge Charger that will comprise each of the “Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift” trains as the theme park puts on final touches for this innovative, first-ever high-speed outdoor roller coaster.

The ride, which pays homage to the franchise’s suspenseful and meticulous choreography created for the edge-of-your-seat driving sequences, will offer guests a chance to step into one of the four ride vehicles, modeled after the cars driven by some of their favorite Fast & Furious characters in the film series, to experience the energy and thrill of the films’ street racing for themselves.

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At a glance, here is a look at the design inspirations for the four “Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift” ride vehicles:

Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift
Universal Studios Hollywood

Dodge Charger. This iconic ride vehicle is inspired by Dominic Toretto’s signature car featured throughout the film franchise. With its sleek black frame, this souped-up, 900-horsepower, 1970 Dodge Charger is considered the ultimate American muscle car.

Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift
Universal Studios Hollywood

Mazda RX-7. This ride vehicle is inspired by the 1997 model car driven by Han Seoul-oh. Featuring 19-inch wheels, racing seats, upgraded suspension and custom interior detailing, the Mazda RX-7 is considered one of the most iconic cars in the Fast & Furious film franchise.

Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift
Universal Studios Hollywood

Nissan Skyline GT-R. This ride vehicle is inspired by Brian O’Conner’s 2002 blue Nissan Skyline GT-R which was enhanced with extensive performance and styling modifications and is renowned for its unique appearance.

Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift
Universal Studios Hollywood

Toyota Supra. This ride vehicle is inspired by Brian O’Conner’s orange 1994 car featuring the legendary 2JZ-GTE twin-turbo inline-six engine. O’Conner owed Toretto a “10-second car,” and this one more than delivered on that promise. It is recognized as one of the most memorable cars in the film franchise.

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Replacing the former “Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit” roller coaster, which closed August 18, 2025, “Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift” will be located at the front of Universal Studios Florida park at Universal Orlando.

There is no exact date but it will open sometime in 2027.

Are you excited to ride it? Which car do you want to ride? Let us know in the comments!

About Michelle Snow

Michelle is the owner and editor of CitySurfing Orlando. She also owns Zengrrl.com, is a freelance writer specializing in travel and entertainment, has authored/co-authored four guidebooks on Orlando and Florida, and was head editor/writer at TheDisneyBlog.com for 10 years. She's lived in Orlando near Walt Disney World since 1995, and still finds there's so much fun to be had in Central Florida.
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