Electric cars are said to be the future. As compared to conventional vehicles, electric cars do not produce hazardous emissions like Greenhouse gases. It can be beneficial in reducing air pollution and is more environmentally friendly. When it comes to speed, electric cars can beat gasoline cars. This happens because electric motors can work in a simpler way than the combustion engine. Four electric motors together can give an output of around 1340 megawatt or horsepower. This means you can go from no speed to 60 mph in only 2.7 seconds. Below given are the top ten fastest electric cars in the world.
- Rimac Nevera
The electric sports car is manufactured by Rimac Automobili, a Croatian automotive manufacturer. Rimac has planned to produce 150 units or vehicles. The Nevera can accelerate from 0 mph to 60 mph in only 1.85 seconds. This makes it one of the fastest accelerating cars in the world. The automotive manufacturing company claims that the car can accelerate 0 mph to 100 mph in just 4.3 seconds and can go from 0 mph to 186 mph in about 9.3 seconds. It can go up to the speed of 256 mph or 410 km/h. They also claim that the car is durable and can be driven hard. It is expected to cost more than $2.3 million.
- Pininfarina Battista
Pininfarina Battista is designed and manufactured by the Automobili Pininfarina whose headquarters is located in Munich, Germany. It is also connected with a car designing firm and Italian coachbuilder Pininfarina. The car was displayed in 2019 at the Geneva Motor Show. The battery which powers the car is supplied by Rimac. If the battery pack is completely charged the car can drive up to 450 km. It can accelerate from 0 mph to 60 mph in less than 2 seconds. They have planned to produce 150 units or vehicles in total.
- Lotus Evija
The Lotus Evija is manufactured by a British automobile manufacturer named Lotus Cars. They are known for their sports cars and soon became known for their electric sports cars also. With the support of the new owner from the Geely family, they named the car Evija, as it has a wider meaning for them. It can go up to the speed of 200 mph. It has a 70kWh battery which will be provided by the Integral Powertrain. Lotus Cars claim that Evija can go from 0-60 mph within 3 seconds.
- Tesla Model S Plaid
Tesla’s Model S Plaid has been recognized as one of the fastest cars various times. It can accelerate from 0 mph to 60 mph in only 1.99 seconds. It has received various awards like the Green Car of the Year and Best 25 Inventions of the Year. It can seat around 5 people and weighs around 4,800 pounds. The starting price of the car is $130,000. Its top speed is said to be 200 mph when it is properly equipped.
- Faraday Future FF91
The Faraday Future has its headquarters in Los Angeles, California. It started the production of Faraday Future FF91 in January 2017. The car can go from 0 mph to 60 mph in only 2.3 seconds and can cross more than 300 miles per charge. The rear seats are made to defy gravity. They can give you comfort as they distribute the body weight once you are seated. The car’s battery pack is 120 kWh and the car will be priced around $180,000.
- Lucid Air
Lucid Air is an electric car designed and manufactured by Lucid Motors. It has various models like Lucid Air Touring, and Dream Edition version. The car was also listed in the top 10 Tech Cars by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). It can accelerate from 0 mph to 60-62 mph in just 2.5 seconds. It has a 133 kWh battery pack and can go up to the speed of 168 mph. It offers various distinct features like a panoramic sunroof, a sound system with 29 speakers and noise cancellation, massage, and many other options.
- Nio EP9
The Nio EP9 or the Nio Electric Performance 9 is an electric sports car manufactured by a Chinese multinational automobile manufacturing company NIO. Its headquarters is in Shanghai and the company specializes in developing electric cars. The EP9 can become an individual-wheel drive as well as an all-wheel drive. Once charged it battery can take you up to 265 miles or 427km. Recharging the batteries can take about 40-45 minutes. It can accelerate from 0-60 mph in about 2.7 seconds and 0-185 mph in 15.8 seconds. Its acceleration was demonstrated at The Grand Tour, a British motoring series. It can drive at a top speed of 217 mph.
- Tesla Model 3
The Tesla Model 3 is an electric passenger car or a sedan designed by Tesla. It can travel at a top speed of 270 miles and is said to be the best-selling electric car in the world. It also passed the 1 million sales milestone globally. It was also the top-selling car for three years in a row. It can accelerate from 0-60 mph in 3.2 seconds. It offers seating for five and can cost around $40,000.
- Audi RS e-Tron GT
The Audi RS e-Tron GT is the first all-electric car designed by Audi. It is manufactured in Germany. It can go up to the speed of 152 mph and can accelerate from 0-60 mph in 3.9 seconds. It is known for its comforts and is an option worth considering. The car also has an option of a carbon roof that is stable and lightweight.
- Porsche Taycan Turbo
The Porsche Taycan Turbo is manufactured by the German automobile manufacturing company Porsche. It is owned by Volkswagen AG. At the Frankfurt Motor Show in 2019, it was announced that the Taycan was ready for production. Taycan has a meaningful Turkish translation which means lively young horse. It is the second quickest electric car of the Porsche. It can accelerate from 0-60 mph in 3 seconds.
