Aug 7, 2024, 02:36 PM IST

7 fastest electric cars in the world 

Mahipal Chouhan

Here are the 7 quickest electric cars in the world right now.

McMurtry Spéirling: The McMurtry Spéirling’s electric engine generates over 1,000 bhp, propelling the car from 0 to 100 km/h in under 1.5 seconds. Although capable of higher speeds, its top speed is capped at 240 km/h due to the hill climb gearbox.

Aspark Owl: Crafted from carbon fiber and powered by an all-electric system producing 1,000 bhp, the Aspark Owl can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in under 2 seconds, as claimed by its Japanese manufacturers.

Rimac Nevera: The Rimac Nevera is equipped with four electric motors delivering 1,888 horsepower and 2,350 Nm of torque. Its advanced launch control allows it to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 1.85 seconds. It reaches 160 km/h in 4.3 seconds and 300 km/h in 11.8 seconds, completing a quarter mile on a drag strip in just 9.1 seconds, with a top speed of 415 km/h.

Tesla Roadster: The Tesla Roadster accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in under two seconds and can achieve a top speed of over 400 km/h, ranking it among the fastest cars globally. Its 200 kWh battery provides a range of up to 1,000 km. The Roadster can also reach 160 km/h in 4.2 seconds and cover a quarter mile in just 8.8 seconds.

Deus Vayanne: The Deus Vayanne, an offering from the Austrian start-up Deus, is positioned as a rival to the Lotus Evija and Aspark Owl but surpasses them in power. With over 2,200 horsepower and 2,000 Nm of torque, it’s expected to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in under two seconds and achieve a top speed of 400 km/h.

Tesla Model S Plaid: The Tesla Model S Plaid, featuring a 100 kWh battery and three electric motors, delivers 1,006 bhp and 1,420 Nm of torque. It has a single-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive, allowing it to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 1.99 seconds, reach a top speed of 320 km/h, and offer a range of 600 km (WLTP).

This information is not DNA's opinion but obtained from media reports