Electric cars are the talk of the town these days primarily because of their superb performance and minimal impact on the environment. Some high-end EVs have taken this game to the next level because of their lightning-fast speed and today we will discuss the top ten fastest all-electric cars.
№ 10. Nio EP9:
The Nio EP9 is the brand’s first all-electric car and it was sufficient to raise eyebrows in the automotive world. The exterior is compact but has all the cuts and grooves that one expects from a hypercar. The car’s top speed is 312 km/h (194 mph) with the best 0-100 km/h time recorded at 2.7 seconds, making it one of the fastest EVs in the world. All of this is made possible due to the use of four motors that combined generate 1360 hp and a peak output of 1MW. The EP9 has a range of 427 km and can be fully charged in just 40 minutes. Each unit costs $1.2 million and only 16 are planned to be produced.
№ 9. Dendrobium D-1:
Introduced in 2017, the D-1 features a unique rear opening butterfly door and roof that makes q it stand out from the rest of the performance cars. Furthermore, the exterior closely resembles that of a traditional hypercar which is rare, since most EVs have an uncanny design language. The performance figures are awesome since it is capable of crossing the 320 km/h (200 mph) barrier with ease, all thanks to the 1800 hp supplied by its motors. The 0-100 km/h time is calculated at 2.7 seconds which is nothing short of outrageous, the range hasn’t been revealed yet, but it is expected to be average because of a smaller battery pack of 30-50 kWh. The D-1 is expected to cost around $1.6 million.
№ 8. Lotus Evija:
The British EV Lotus Evija was unveiled in 2019 and its spec sheet will literally blow you away. There are fourbindividual motors whose combined output is 2000 hp which is enough to clock 100 km/h in just under 3 seconds. The company hasn’t provided any specific top speed figure but the hypercar is capable of crossing 320 km/h (200 mp/h) with ease. Special focus has been laid on aerodynamics to maximize its range which is estimated to be 346 km, which is good for a hypercar. A total weight of only 1680kg makes the Evija the lightest EV hypercar ever to enter production. Only 130 units will be made, each with a price tag of more than $2 million.
№ 7. Drako GTE:
The newborn electric sportscar manufacturer Drako Motors revealed its first model last year the Drako GTE. The supercar not only delivers extreme performance but is also practical at the same time and can accommodate four people. Utilizing quad(4) motors setup the Drako GTE delivers a total of 1200 hp that is sufficient to achieve a top speed of 332 km/h (206 mph). A battery pack of 90kWh has been used to supply juice to the motors and it is estimated that it'll last approximately 400 km . 0-100 km/h figure hasn't been revealed yet but it is estimated to be under 2 seconds. Drako Motors has planned to produce only 25 units of GTE model each with a price of $1.3 million.
№ 6. Genovation GXE:
The Genovation GXE is a Corvette C7 based all-electric supercar that delivers even more punch than one expects. The car was the first road-legal EV to reach a speed of 340 km/h (212 mph) and aiding the car in achieving this feat is 800 hp that is available via two motors mounted at each axle. Anothe unique aspect of the car is that it offers either a 7-speed manual or a DCT transmission. A specific time for 0-100 km/h hasn’t been revealed yet but it is capable of achieving that in under 3 seconds. The 61kWh battery pack is good to go for merely 280 km, moreover, this eco-friendly Corvette will set you back for $750,000.
№ 5. Pininfarina Battista:
Designed to pay tribute to the Italian automobile designer Battista Farina, the Pininfarina Battista is the supreme version of an all-electric luxury sportscar. The exterior is simplistic yet features several cuts and air scoops to improve the aerodynamics and range of the car. Four individual motors are attached to each wheel that combined deliver an output of 1900 hp, enough to attain a maximum speed of 350 km/h (217mph). The company claims that it’ll do 0-100 km/h in under 2 seconds. The supercar doesn't disappoint even when it comes to the range as its massive 120kWh battery is enough to last 450 km. A total of 150 Battista will be made and each one will cost around $2.5 million.
№ 4. Hyperion XP-1:
The Hyperion XP-1 is the most unique hypercar on the list because it uses hydrogen to power up the four motors. The XP-1 resembles a machine from another universe because of its extreme yet eye-catchy exterior, furthermore, the company has also integrated space technology in it. This allows it to have an astounding 1600 km range even with a peak output of 1500 hp and top speed of 355 km/h (221 mph), with 0-100 km/h time recorded at 2.2 seconds. Furthermore, you can say goodbye to long charging times since hydrogen can be refilled in 2-3 minutes. The company has not revealed the price of this beast yet, however, it is confirmed that only 300 units will ever be made.
№ 3. Aspark Owl:
Don't get mislead by the weird name of the hypercar, instead, you should focus on the fact that this is the lowest all-electric car in the world with a height of only 99cm. In addition to this, the supercar can reach 100 km/h from a standstill in less than 1.7 seconds and can achieve a top speed of 400 km/h (248 mph) . All of this is made possible thanks to the combination of full carbon fiber chassis and body with a superb output of 2012 hp. Despite the extreme performance, the Owl can deliver a range of 450 km. The company has begun the sale of the hypercar with the intention of producing only 50 units, each with a price tag of $3.2 million.
№ 2. Tesla Roadster:
Every car enthusiast knows about Tesla Roadster, however, not everyone is aware of the outrageous performance that it will provide. The base version of the new Roadster will reach 100 km/h from a standstill in just 1.9 seconds and will have a top speed in excess of 402km/h (250 mph) . There are total four motors, each producing 248 hp (in base variant), and the total range will be 1000 km which is enough for nearly any type of driving. The new Roadster's launch date has been extended several times and now 2022 is the target year for its launch. Its base price will start at $200,000 which will certainly go up as you go for upper variants.
№ 1. Rimac C_Two:
The Croatian manufacturer of all-electric sportscar has again stunned the world by making the fastest ever EV hypercar. The Rimac C_Two will be the fastest electric car to the hit with a top speed of 412 km/h (255 mph) and a 0-100 km/h time of just 1.85 seconds. Shooting this car to such speeds are dual motors that punch out 1914 hp, the motors are fed by a 120kWh battery pack that is capable of providing 650 km of range in case you drive the car with a normal foot. All of the 150 units were sold within weeks despite a hefty price tag of $2.1 million each. The company has said that it is on track to deliver the cars in 2021.
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