The New Era Of Speed
Electric cars are no longer just about saving gas—they’re about smoking Ferraris off the line. Thanks to the instant torque EVs deliver, a new breed of cars is redefining how fast you can launch from a standstill. Here are 25 of the fastest electric cars in the world, based on their 0–60 mph times. Buckle up.
Aspark Owl
Japan’s Aspark Owl is a carbon-fiber-bodied, quad-motor hypercar that claims a stunning 0–60 time of 1.69 seconds. Developed in collaboration with Italy’s Manifattura Automobili Torino, it produces over 1,980 horsepower. Its wild looks match its raw performance, and with a top speed over 250 mph, it's not just a sprinter, it’s a serious track monster.
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Rimac Nevera
The Rimac Nevera is a Croatian hyper-EV boasting 1.74 seconds 0–60 time and four independent motors delivering 1,914 horsepower. It’s packed with cutting-edge tech, including AI-assisted torque vectoring. Its blend of luxury, range (over 300 miles), and warp-speed performance has made it one of the most coveted EVs in the world.
Lucid Air Sapphire
Lucid’s Air Sapphire is their tri-motor performance flagship, taking 1.89 seconds to hit the 60 mark. This sedan isn’t just about straight-line speed—it’s got track chops, luxury-level interior materials, and over 1,200 hp. Despite its size and comfort, it can embarrass most supercars on the track and still take you grocery shopping.
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Pininfarina Battista
The Battista blends Italian elegance with Rimac power, reaching 0–60 mph in 1.89 seconds. With 1,900 horsepower and a top speed of 217 mph, it's a road-legal spaceship. Only 150 will be made, and every unit is customizable to the buyer’s desires. It’s as much a piece of art as it is a machine.
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Tesla Model S Plaid
Tesla’s fastest production car hits 60 mph in 1.98 seconds thanks to its tri-motor setup pushing over 1,020 hp. The Plaid is a four-door sedan that can seat your whole family while outperforming Bugattis at the drag strip. Its yoke steering and minimalist interior give it a futuristic vibe, though it’s not without controversy.
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Porsche Taycan Turbo GT (2025)
The 2025 Taycan Turbo GT is Porsche’s electric halo car, blazing to 60 mph in under 2 seconds. It’s designed to rival the Model S Plaid but with sharper track manners and Porsche’s classic driving feel. It also features active aerodynamics and advanced cooling tech for sustained high-speed driving.
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Tesla Roadster (2025)
The long-awaited second-gen Roadster promises 1.9 seconds 0–60 times. With over 600 miles of range and a potential SpaceX option package (with cold gas thrusters), it aims to redefine what’s possible in an EV. Though still unreleased, it’s already become a legend among Tesla fans and skeptics alike.
2025 Tesla Roadster: Is This the FASTEST Car Ever Made?, Future Fuel
Lotus Evija
The Evija is Lotus’ first electric car and is nothing short of a revelation. With nearly 2,000 hp and a 0–60 time of around 2 seconds, it delivers absurd acceleration while maintaining Lotus’s trademark lightness and agility. Only 130 units will be built.
2025 Tesla Cybertruck Cyberbeast
Tesla's Cyberbeast version of the Cybertruck defies all expectations for a pickup, launching from 0–60 mph in just 2.6 seconds. With over 800 hp and a unique stainless-steel exoskeleton, it’s as wild in performance as it is in design. It might be the first truck you’d feel comfortable drag racing in.
2025 Tesla Cybertruck - Interior, Exterior and Features, ORGCars
2025 Rivian R1S Quad Motor
Rivian’s electric SUV variant of the R1T, the R1S in quad-motor form, can reach 60 in 2.6 seconds. It delivers off-road capability, luxury SUV comfort, and supercar acceleration, all wrapped in one of the most adventure-ready EV packages on the market. It’s also one of the few fast EVs with three rows.
What It's Like to Live with a 2026 Rivian R1S Quad Motor (POV), MilesPerHr
Lucid Air Dream Edition Performance
This special edition takes 2.5 seconds to reach 60 mph while offering over 1,100 hp and 471 miles of range. It’s a rolling tech showcase, blending aerodynamic elegance with real-world usability. The interior is ultra-luxurious, making it one of the most well-rounded high-performance EVs money can buy.
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Lucid Air Dream Edition Range
Designed for maximum distance without compromising performance, this version still manages to hit 60 mph in 2.6 seconds. Its aerodynamic efficiency is world-class, and it's a favorite for those who want hypercar speed with luxury sedan range—nearly 520 miles on a single charge, a record at launch.
Lucid Air Dream Edition Range | NEW HYPERMILING RECORD, The Kilowatts
Lucid Air Grand Touring Performance
Hitting 60 in 3.0 seconds, this model offers slightly less power than the Dream Edition but more consistent availability. It’s meant for those who want supercar-level performance without going full track-spec.
Lucid Air Grand Touring Performance Review - Tesla: Reinvented | 4K, Autotrader
Lucid Air Grand Touring
This version of the Air dials down the aggression while keeping speed. It does 0–60 in about 2.5 seconds, balancing performance with comfort. It’s still shockingly quick, but designed for daily usability, offering the same luxury cabin and a massive range for road trips or long commutes.
Audi RS e-Tron GT Performance
Audi’s flagship electric sports sedan bolts to 60 in 2.3 seconds. It shares a platform with the Taycan but adds Audi’s refined touch, including a more subdued ride and a tech-laden interior. Quattro all-wheel drive and near-instant torque make it a German muscle car for the EV era.
Porsche Taycan Turbo S
The top Taycan variant boasts a sub-2.1 second launch and a track-tested chassis. It’s arguably the best-handling EV in production. It offers sports car steering feel with real endurance for back-to-back laps.
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2026 Lucid Gravity Dream Edition SUV
Lucid’s full-size luxury SUV will only need 3.1 seconds to reach 60 mph despite its bulk. It’s positioned as a high-end alternative to Rivian and Tesla SUVs, with incredible cabin tech, expansive space, and true high-performance driving dynamics. Gravity proves SUVs don’t have to sacrifice speed for size.
2026 LUCID GRAVITY | The BEST EV SUV?, Drake Moschka
Tesla Model X Plaid
This beast of a family hauler takes 2.3 seconds to hit 60 mph while seating seven and offering Falcon Wing doors. With 1,020 hp and all-wheel drive, it’s arguably the fastest SUV ever made. It’s shockingly agile for its size, making it both a novelty and a genuine performance machine.
Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 (Electric Variant)
Chevy’s upcoming hybrid-electric ZR1 is rumored to hit 60 mph in 3 seconds. While details are still speculative, it’s expected to marry old-school American muscle with the new wave of EV performance. If GM gets it right, this could be their quickest production car ever.
Electrified AWD | The 2026 ZR1X | Corvette | Chevrolet, Chevrolet
Tesla Model S P100D (Ludicrous+)
The OG Tesla rocket can go from 0–60 in 2.28 seconds when “Ludicrous+” mode is engaged. Though now overshadowed by newer Plaid tech, this model was Tesla’s original mic drop. It's still quick enough to destroy almost anything at a stoplight, and cheaper on the used market today.
Tesla Model S P100D Ludicrous Plus 2018 in-depth review | Mat Watson Reviews, carwow
Porsche Taycan Turbo S (2020)
This was the first Taycan to showcase Porsche's EV chops, reaching 60 in just over 2 seconds. It impressed critics with its chassis balance and track capability. Even several years later, it holds up against newer rivals and remains a driver’s favorite.
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Tesla Model S (Performance With Ludicrous Mode)
Before Plaid, there was this, blasting from 0–60 in around 2.1–2.3 seconds. It’s still an insane performer with room for five and Autopilot tech. This version helped define the "super EV sedan" category and changed public perception of what an EV could do.
Tesla Model S P100D Ludicrous mode acceleration., ferrannb
Rivian R1T (Quad-Motor)
Rivian’s electric truck option, the R1T, uses four motors to deliver a 0–60 time of 3.0 seconds. That’s faster than most sports cars, despite its off-road design, towing capacity, and storage space. It’s a real Swiss army knife on wheels, and fun as heck to launch.
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