Top 10: Electric Hypercars

Electrification is a powerful lever for decarbonisation.

When paired with renewable energy sources, it can significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Often, electrified solutions offer more energy efficiency than traditional equipment, leaving room for increased performance and cost savings. 

Electric hypercars take electrification to the extreme, showing just how well batteries can perform.

This week, Energy Digital has ranked 10 of the top electric hypercars.

10. Ariel P40

Manufacturer: Ariel Motor Company
​​​​​​​Chief Engineer: Jim McKechnie 
Starting price: US$83,750
​​​​​​​Founded: 1999

British sports car manufacturer Ariel made a bold entry into the electric hypercar market with the P40, a vehicle that pushes the boundaries of performance.

Boasting 880kW (1,180bhp) and 1,800Nm (1,330 ft-lb) of torque, the P40 accelerates from 0-60mph in just 2.09 seconds. Its advanced powertrain includes four independent electric motors, a liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery and an optional micro-turbine range extender.

Constructed with an aluminium monocoque chassis and carbon fibre body panels, it features double wishbone suspension and high-performance Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres, ensuring exceptional agility and handling in a cutting-edge, all-electric package.

9. Tesla Roadster 

Manufacturer: Tesla
Chief Engineer: Stuart Saunders
Starting price: US$250,000
​​​​​​​Founded: 2003

American EV pioneer Tesla is developing the second-generation Roadster, an all-electric supercar engineered to set new performance benchmarks.

The base model achieves 0-60 mph in 1.9 seconds, with a potential sub-one-second sprint using upgrades. It boasts a top speed exceeding 250 mph and an industry-leading 620-mile range, powered by a 200 kWh battery and an all-wheel-drive system with three electric motors.

It features a removable glass roof and advanced self-driving technology.

8. XING Mobility Miss R

Manufacturer: XING Mobility
Chief Technology Officer: Azizi Tucker
Starting price: US$1m
Founded: 2015

Taipei-based electric powertrain startup XING Mobility has developed the Miss R, an innovative electric car for both on- and off-road performance.

Equipped with four independent 350V motors, it delivers 1,341 hp (1 MW) and accelerates from 0-100 km/h in just 1.8 seconds. Its 52 kWh immersion-cooled battery pack, featuring 4,116 lithium-ion cells, enables a 250 km range and can be swapped in just five minutes.

Constructed with a carbon fibre composite and aluminium chassis, the Miss R combines high-speed capability with rugged versatility.

7. McMurtry Spéirling 

Manufacturer: McMurtry Automotive
​​​​​​​Chief Engineer: Kevin Ukoko-Rongione
Starting price: US$1.1m
Founded: 2016

British startup McMurtry Automotive, launched in 2016 by Sir David McMurtry, has created the McMurtry Spéirling, an innovative electric single-seat sports car celebrated for its record-setting performance.

Driven by two rear-mounted electric motors generating 1,000 hp, it rockets from 0-60 mph in just 1.4 seconds and tops speeds beyond 200 mph. Weighing less than 1,000 kg, it houses a 60 kWh battery with an 800V design, delivering over 300 miles of range. Its fan-powered downforce system produces 2,000 kg of downforce from a standstill, allowing unparalleled handling.

The Spéirling has broken records, including a 39.08-second Goodwood hill climb.

6. Nio EP9 

Manufacturer: RML Group
​​​​​​​Head of Powertrain: James Arkell
Starting price: US$1.2m
Founded: 1988

Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Nio has introduced the EP9, an all-electric hypercar that demonstrates the company’s advanced technology and impressive performance credentials.

Featuring four individual electric motors generating 1,341 hp and 1,480 Nm of torque, the EP9 accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in only 2.7 seconds and can achieve a top speed of 313 km/h. Its carbon fibre chassis and aerodynamic shape produce 24,000 Newtons of downforce at 240 km/h, delivering outstanding handling.

With a battery system that recharges in 45 minutes and swaps in eight, the EP9 has achieved several track records, including one at the Nürburgring Nordschleife.

5. Deus Vayanne 

Manufacturer: DEUS Automobiles
​​​​​​​Founder Head of Design: Adrian-Filip Butuca
Starting price: US$2m
Founded: 2020

Austrian startup Deus Automobiles has launched the Deus Vayanne, an all-electric hypercar crafted to push the limits of performance.

Developed together with Italdesign and Williams Advanced Engineering, the Vayanne produces more than 2,200 hp and 2,000 Nm of torque from three electric motors, achieving 0-100 km/h acceleration in under 1.99 seconds and a top speed of over 400 km/h. Its 85 kWh battery, built with 800V architecture, provides a 500 km range and supports rapid charging.

With infinity loop-inspired lighting and a sustainable, high-end interior, the Vayanne combines extreme performance with everyday usability.

4. Pininfarina Battista 

Manufacturer: Automobili Pininfarina
​​​​​​​Chief Technology Officer: Andrea Crespi
Starting price: US$2.2m
Founded: 1930

The Pininfarina Battista, an electric hypercar from the prestigious Italian brand Automobili Pininfarina, embodies innovative performance.

Honouring founder Battista “Pinin” Farina, this model generates 1,900 horsepower and 2,300 Nm of torque via four electric motors, achieving 0 to 100 km/h in 1.86 seconds and surpassing 350 km/h in top speed. It is powered by a 120 kWh lithium-ion battery that provides a range of 476 km.

Featuring a carbon fibre monocoque chassis, the interior incorporates eco-friendly materials. Each of the 150 limited-edition vehicles is expertly hand-built in Cambiano, Italy, ensuring a unique and highly customisable ownership journey.

3. Rimac Nevera 

Manufacturer: Rimac Automobili
​​​​​​​Chief Technology Officer: Emilio Scervo
Starting price:  US$2.2m
Founded: 2009

The Rimac Nevera, an all-electric hypercar crafted by Croatian manufacturer Rimac Automobili, is a benchmark in electric vehicle innovation and performance.

Utilising four independent electric motors, it generates a remarkable 1,914 hp and 2,360 Nm of torque, sprinting from 0-60 mph in only 1.74 seconds and achieving a top speed of 415 km/h.

Its 120 kWh lithium-ion battery offers a range of 490 km, while ultra-fast 500 kW DC charging supports a 0-80% charge in just 22 minutes.

Engineered on a carbon fibre monocoque chassis, the Nevera incorporates advanced torque vectoring, adaptive suspension and regenerative braking - and has set multiple records in both speed and acceleration.

2. Lotus Evija 

Manufacturer: Lotus Group
Chief Technology Officer: Richard Hill
Starting price: US$2.3m
​​​​​​​Founded: 1952

Automotive enthusiasts experienced a landmark event in Lotus Cars’ rich legacy with the debut of the Evija, an all-electric hypercar that boldly signals the British brand’s electrification vision.

Revealed in 2019, this innovative model fuses Lotus’ celebrated performance DNA with advanced electric engineering. Its state-of-the-art powertrain delivers an astonishing 2,039 horsepower via four meticulously crafted electric motors.

The Evija’s carbon fibre monocoque chassis exemplifies engineering mastery, enabling exceptional performance benchmarks-sprinting from 0-62 mph in under three seconds and achieving an electronically capped top speed of 218 mph.

Equipped with a sophisticated 90 kWh lithium-ion battery for a 249-mile range and featuring advanced aerodynamic components like a deployable rear spoiler, the Evija showcases Lotus’ dedication to technological advancement while upholding the marque’s core values of remarkable performance and inventive design.

1. Aspark Owl 

Manufacturer: Manifattura Automobili Torino
​​​​​​​CEO: Masanori Yoshida
Starting price: US$2.7m
Founded: 2014

In the rapidly changing world of electric hypercars, the Aspark Owl has quickly become a standout, capturing the attention of car enthusiasts everywhere.

Built by the Japanese company Aspark, this incredible vehicle represents a huge step forward in electric performance, pushing the limits of acceleration and speed.

With a jaw-dropping 0-60 mph time of just 1.69 seconds, the Owl goes beyond what most hypercars can do, showing just how powerful electric drivetrains can be.

Powered by four carefully placed electric motors producing a total of 1,980 horsepower, the Owl combines stunning performance with advanced engineering.

Its lightweight carbon fibre body, sleek aerodynamic design and limited production run make the Aspark Owl a rare and exciting example of how electric technology is reshaping the world of high-performance cars.

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