15 Electric Sports Cars You Need to Know About
For those with a need for speed and a commitment to zero emissions, the world of electric sports cars is rapidly expanding. Here are 15 examples, ranging from hypercars to more attainable models, that represent the cutting edge of electric performance.
Rimac Nevera
Croatian entrepreneur Mate Rimac and his company Rimac Automobili have made a significant impact on the electric vehicle landscape. Their Rimac Nevera hypercar is a testament to their engineering prowess. The name, derived from the Croatian word for a powerful, electrically charged storm, is fitting. Courtesy of a 120kWh battery, four electric motors, 1,914bhp and 1,740lb ft of torque, the Nevera can accelerate from 0-60mph in a blistering 1.85 seconds. It reaches 100mph in 4.3 seconds and hits a top speed of 258mph.
Pininfarina Battista
The Pininfarina Battista, with Italian design, utilizes the same electric powertrain as the Rimac Nevera. This includes mind-blowing performance figures. This hypercar is limited to just 150 units and carries a price tag of around £2 million.
Maserati GranTurismo Folgore
Maserati’s first all-electric vehicle, the GranTurismo Folgore, translates to “lightning” or “thunderbolt.” This GT promises a 0-62mph time of 2.7 seconds and 750bhp from its tri-motor setup with an 83kWh battery that could provide up to 280 miles of range.
MG Cyberster
The MG Cyberster made its debut at the 2024 Geneva Motor Show. Available in two versions, the single motor, rear-driven Cyberster Trophy (335bhp, 0-62mph in 5.0 seconds, and a range of 316 miles) and the dual-motor, all-wheel-drive Cyberster GT (496bhp, 0-62mph in 3.2 seconds, and a range of 276 miles). Prices start at £54,995 for the Trophy and £59,995 for the GT.
Lotus Evija
Lotus has set its sights on an all-electric future. The electric-only Evija promises four motors, four-wheel drive, and a staggering 1,972bhp. This hypercar boasts a 0-62mph time of under three seconds and a top speed of over 200mph. Only 130 units are being built and cost around £2.4 million.
Tesla Roadster
The long-awaited Tesla Roadster, with its projected performance figures, has generated significant buzz. The initial promise was a 0-60mph time of 1.9 seconds, 3 electric motors and a reported 620-mile range from a 200kWh battery. The launch date has been pushed back, but it is expected to go into production in 2025.
Caterham Project V
The Caterham Project V concept signals the brand’s future, with its focus on the driving experience. The firm is targeting a weight of 1,190kg, which is very light for an EV. It will have a single motor sending 268bhp to the rear wheels and a 55kWh battery, with a possible range of 249 miles.
Porsche Boxster/Cayman EV
Porsche’s next-generation Boxster and Cayman models are expected to be pure electric sports cars. The batteries are expected to be positioned behind the seats. This design should retain the classic low-slung driving position and mid-engined feel.
Alpine A110
Alpine is set to release an electric version of its A110 sports car. Alpine aims to retain the car’s lightweight design and targets a release date of 2026.
Lotus Type 135
Lotus is currently developing an all-electric sports car known by the codename Type 135. This two-seater will replace the Emira and feature a flexible architecture called ‘Project LEVA.’ The new platform will allow for single and twin motor powertrains. The Type 135 is expected to be priced from £75,000.
Longbow Roadster
Longbow promises sub-tonne all-electric sports cars. The Longbow Roadster is aiming for a £64,995 price tag. It will be able to reach 0-62mph in 3.6 seconds and have a range of 280 miles.
Aspark Owl
The Aspark Owl, a Japanese hypercar, aims to offer an impressive performance. With four motors unleashing 2,021bhp, the Owl can accelerate from 0-60mph in 1.69 seconds. Only 50 models will be built.
Ariel Hipercar
The Ariel Hipercar boasts 1,180bhp and offers an optional jet engine range extender. 0-60mph will take less than two seconds.
Hispano Suiza Carmen
The Hispano Suiza Carmen is a Spanish, all-electric hyper GT that harks back to the brand’s history. The two-seat, two-door streamliner had 1,005bhp and could reach 62mph in 3.0 seconds.
