When it comes to speed, electric cars are no longer just about efficiency and sustainability — they are reinventing it. Thanks to advances in battery technology and aerodynamics, EVs are now able to beat records that were previously believed to be only possible for gasoline hypercars. So, let’s get into it — the fastest EVs in the world, ranked by acceleration and top speeds.
2024 Rimac Nevera – 258 MPH, 0-60 in 1.74s
Croatian electric brut with hypercar performance and the latest battery tech: Rimac Nevera With a jaw-dropping 1,914 horsepower courtesy of its quad-motor setup, it flies past the competition.
2024 Aspark Owl – 256 MPH, 0 to 60 in 1.72 second
We all lost our minds with the monstrous acceleration this sleek, Japan-made hypercar had. For maximum aerodynamics and an almost unbelievable 0-60 time, the Owl is designed to be nearly hugging the ground.
2024 Tesla Roadster – 250+ MPH, 0-60 in 1.1s (Claimed)
Elon Musk’s long-awaited Tesla Roadster promises 0 to 60 mph acceleration never before experienced in a production road car. If Tesla’s claims prove accurate, it will be the quickest-accelerating production car ever built.
2025 Deus Vayanne – 248 MPH, 0-60 in 1.99s
The Deus Vayanne is one of the latest entrants in the EV hypercar game — one that’s taught to balance a crazy level of performance with luxury. The Italdesign backed model (seen in the preview story) wants to raise the bar for EV engineering.
2024 Pininfarina Battista — 222 MPH, 0-60 in 1.79s
Named after the legendary Italian designer, the Battista is more than just another fast-moving missile on wheels — it’s a work of art. This elegant and sexy powerhouse is powered by a Rimac-sourced powertrain.
2024 Estrema Fulminea — 218 MPH, 0-60 TBA
The Estrema Fulminea, whose name translates to “Lightning” in Italian, hopes to raise the bar with a hybrid-state battery featuring a combination of supercapacitors and solid-state cells.
2024 Lotus Evija – 218 MPH, 0-60 in 3.0s
Lotus has entered the EV hypercar arena with the stunning Evija. Though it is not the fastest on acceleration, its design and handling are weapons on the track.
2024 Drako GTE – 206 MPH, 0-60 TBD
This four-seat super EV shows that powerful electric performance needn’t come at the expense of everyday practicality. With 1,200 hp, the Drako GTE is a high-speed, luxury powerhouse.
2024 Lucid Air Sapphire – Top speed: 205 mph; 0-60: 1.89s
Lucid’s ultra-luxurious sedan shows that high-performance electric vehicles can be more than just two-seaters. The Air Sapphire takes aim at dawn of its supercar era while capturing executive comforts.
2024 Maserati GranTurismo Folgore – 202 MPH, 0-60 2.7s
Heralding its pedigree in thrilling automotive excellence, Maserati’s first electric grand tourer fuses classical Italian craftsmanship with high-voltage performance, rendering it one of the most gorgeously decadent electrified rideables on sale today.
EV Sedans & Grand Tourers (Performance)
Not every speed demon is a hypercar, however—plenty of electric sedans are proving they can keep pace with the best:
2024 Tesla Model S Plaid – 200 MPH, 0-60 in 1.9s
2019 Nio EP9 – 196 MPH, 0-60 in 2.6s
2022 Hispano Suiza Carmen Boulogne – 180 MPH, 0-60 in 2.6s
2023 Lucid Air Dream Edition Performance — 168 MPH Max, 0-60 in 2.5s
2024 Cadillac Celestiq – 168 MPH & 0-60 3.8s
The Future of Electric Speed
Electric vehicles are reveling the future of speed, from hypercars to cars for the whole family. With advancements such as solid-state batteries, enhanced aerodynamics, and lightweight materials, we can expect even quicker EVs in the years to come.
