Electric cars have shattered the myth that performance belongs only to petrol-powered supercars. Today’s EVs combine cutting-edge aerodynamics, advanced battery systems, and multi-motor drivetrains to deliver breathtaking speed and agility.
From record-breaking hypercars like the Rimac Nevera and Aspark Owl to luxury sedans like the Tesla Model S Plaid and Maserati GranTurismo Folgore, this list demonstrates that electric performance comes in many forms.
Whether it’s Italian grand tourers, futuristic Chinese hypercars, or Silicon Valley tech icons, these cars showcase the very best of what electrification can deliver.
Here are the 10 fastest EVs you can actually buy today, ranked by their top speed.
| Model | Top Speed |
| Yangwang U9 Xtreme | 496 km/h |
| Rimac Nevera R | 431 km/h |
| Aspark Owl | 413 km/h |
| Tesla Roadster | 400 km/h |
| Pininfarina Battista | 350 km/h |
| Lotus Evija | 350 km/h |
| Xiaomi SU7 Ultra | 350 km/h |
| Lucid Air Sapphire | 330 km/h |
| Maserati GranTurismo Folgore | 325 km/h |
| Tesla Model S Plaid | 322 km/h |
Yangwang U9 Xtreme – 496 km/h
China’s Yangwang U9 Xtreme is a radical electric hypercar that pushes the limits of speed, technology, and performance, setting a staggering 496 km/h top speed. Developed by BYD’s premium performance brand, the U9 Xtreme features a quad-motor electric powertrain producing immense output, delivering explosive acceleration and relentless high-speed capability.
Advanced aerodynamics, active suspension technology, and sophisticated torque vectoring systems work together to ensure stability, control, and repeatable performance even at extreme velocities. The U9 Xtreme rockets from 0 to 100 km/h in just 2.36 seconds, placing it firmly among the world’s fastest hypercars. Built as a technological showcase rather than a mass-production model, the Yangwang U9 Xtreme highlights China’s growing ambition and engineering capability at the very pinnacle of electric performance.
Availability in Australia: Not officially available; potential access only through private import channels.
| Specifications | Details |
| Top Speed | 496 km/h |
| Power | 2,237 kW |
| Drivetrain | Quad-motor AWD |
| Acceleration (0-100 km/h) | 2.36 seconds |
| Range (WLTP) | 450 km |
Rimac Nevera R – 431 km/h
Croatia’s Rimac Nevera is a record-breaking hypercar that has reset benchmarks for EV performance. With 1,427 kW from four motors, the Nevera has achieved over 20 world acceleration records. Its 431 km/h top speed makes it a direct rival to petrol hypercars from Bugatti and Koenigsegg. Beyond raw speed, it features torque vectoring and advanced cooling to ensure repeatable performance.
Performance is astonishing: 0-100 km/h takes just 1.72 seconds, making it quicker than most Formula 1 cars off the line. With a limited run of 150 units, the Nevera isn’t just a hypercar; it’s a showcase of what electric technology can achieve.
Availability in Australia: Not officially, though Rimac has global reach through special-order channels.
| Specifications | Details |
| Top Speed | 431 km/h |
| Power | 1,571 kW |
| Drivetrain | Quad-motor AWD |
| Acceleration (0-100 km/h) | 1.72 seconds |
| Range (NEDC) | 647 km |
Aspark Owl – 413 km/h
The Japanese-made Aspark Owl is currently the world’s second-fastest electric car, boasting a top speed of 413 km/h. With futuristic styling, ultra-low ground clearance, and carbon fibre construction, the Owl is as much an engineering marvel as it is a speed machine.
Its quad-motor setup delivers nearly 1,456 kW, allowing unrivalled performance. Acceleration is equally mind-blowing, with a 0-100 km/h sprint in just 1.72 seconds. Production is limited to just 50 units, making it one of the rarest EVs in existence.
Availability in Australia: Not officially sold, available via specialist importers.
| Specifications | Details |
| Top Speed | 413 km/h |
| Power | 1,456 kW |
| Drivetrain | Quad-motor AWD |
| Acceleration (0-100 km/h) | 1.72 seconds |
| Range (WLTP) | 451 km |
Tesla Roadster – 400 km/h
Tesla’s next-generation Roadster is set to redefine what’s possible for electric performance cars, boasting a breathtaking 400 km/h top speed and supercar-rivalling acceleration. Designed as a technological flagship for the brand, the new Roadster uses an advanced tri-motor all-wheel-drive electric powertrain that delivers immense power, instant torque and exceptional traction.
Lightweight construction, cutting-edge aerodynamics, and next-level battery technology enable the Roadster to deliver both extreme speed and remarkable efficiency. Tesla claims a blistering 0–100 km/h sprint of just 2.10 seconds, making it one of the fastest production cars ever announced. The Tesla Roadster aims to showcase the ultimate potential of electric mobility.
Availability in Australia: Not officially confirmed; expected to be available via limited allocations once global production begins.
| Specifications | Details |
| Top Speed | 400 km/h |
| Power | 1,100 kW |
| Drivetrain | Tri-motor AWD |
| Acceleration (0-100 km/h) | 2.10 seconds |
| Range (WLTP) | 1,000 km |
Pininfarina Battista – 350 km/h
Italian design meets cutting-edge EV technology in the Pininfarina Battista. Sharing much of its drivetrain with the Rimac Nevera, it produces 1,400 kW and hits a top speed of 350 km/h. Styled with classic Italian flair, it blends hypercar speed with hand-crafted luxury. It’s one of the most exclusive EVs money can buy.
The Battista goes from 0 to 100 km/h in just 1.86 seconds. Limited to 150 units, it combines exclusivity with excellent performance, offering a quieter but equally thrilling alternative to Italy’s famous petrol supercars.
Availability in Australia: Not officially, but a special order is possible.
| Specifications | Details |
| Top Speed | 350 km/h |
| Power | 1,400 kW |
| Drivetrain | Quad-motor AWD |
| Acceleration (0-100 km/h) | 1.86 seconds |
| Range (WLTP) | 476 km |
Lotus Evija – 350 km/h
The Lotus Evija is the brand’s first all-electric hypercar, and it fully embodies Lotus’s ethos of lightweight design and sharp handling. With only 130 units planned, it’s as rare as it is fast, combining British engineering heritage with next-generation EV tech.
Its four electric motors produce a combined 1,500 kW, delivered with precision thanks to torque vectoring. Top speed is an impressive 350 km/h, and the sprint from 0-100 km/h takes less than 3 seconds.
Availability in Australia: Not directly, but Lotus maintains a presence locally.
| Specifications | Details |
| Top Speed | 350 km/h |
| Power | 1,500 kW |
| Drivetrain | Quad-motor AWD |
| Acceleration (0-100 km/h) | 2.90 seconds |
| Range (WLTP) | 400 km |
Xiaomi SU7 Ultra – 350 km/h
The Lotus Evija is the brand’s first all-electric hypercar, and it fully embodies Lotus’s ethos of lightweight design and sharp handling. Producing 1,138 kW, the Evija rockets to a 350 km/h top speed. With only 130 units planned, it’s as rare as it is fast, combining British engineering heritage with next-generation EV tech.
While Xiaomi is new to the auto industry, the SU7 Ultra demonstrates how tech companies can leverage their expertise in software, battery tech, and connectivity to deliver compelling cars.
Availability in Australia: Not directly, but Lotus maintains a presence locally.
| Specifications | Details |
| Top Speed | 350 km/h |
| Power | 1,138 kW |
| Drivetrain | Tri-motor AWD |
| Acceleration (0-100 km/h) | 1.98 seconds |
| Range (CLTC) | 630 km |
Lucid Air Sapphire – 330 km/h
The Lucid Air Sapphire is America’s answer to Europe’s electric hyper-saloons. Based on the luxurious Lucid Air sedan, the Sapphire pushes performance into uncharted territory. Equipped with a tri-motor setup producing more than 920kW, it’s capable of reaching a 330 km/h top speed.
The Sapphire accelerates from 0-100 km/h in just 2.0 seconds. With a range of 694km, it also proves that extreme performance doesn’t have to come at the expense of everyday usability.
Availability in Australia: Not officially, with no confirmed launch date.
| Specifications | Details |
| Top Speed | 330 km/h |
| Power | 920 kW |
| Drivetrain | Tri-motor AWD |
| Acceleration (0-100 km/h) | 2.0 seconds |
| Range (WLTP) | 694 km |
Maserati GranTurismo Folgore – 325 km/h
Maserati’s first fully electric production car, the GranTurismo Folgore, brings Italian style and speed into the EV era. Retaining the elegant ground tourer body of its petrol sibling, the Folgore pairs that timeless design with modern electric muscle.
Its tri-motor drivetrain delivers a staggering 910kW and launches the car to a 325 km/h top speed. Acceleration is equally impressive, with 0-100 km/h completed in just 3.5 seconds. A 92.5 kWh battery enables a range of around 450km, ensuring it’s as usable on long drives as it is thrilling on a racetrack.
Availability in Australia: Officially on sale, with deliveries underway.
| Specifications | Details |
| Top Speed | 325 km/h |
| Power | 560kW |
| Drivetrain | Tri-motor AWD |
| Acceleration (0-100 km/h) | 3.5 seconds |
| Range (WLTP) | 450km |
Tesla Model S Plaid – 322 km/h
The Tesla Model S Plaid is the car that redefined what an electric sedan could achieve. Launched in 2021, it remains one of the fastest and most powerful four-door cars in the world, with a top speed of 322 km/h. Powered by a tri-motor setup producing 760kW, the Plaid accelerates from 0-100 km/h in just 1.99 seconds, making it a record-setter among production sedans.
Beyond the numbers, the Model S Plaid offers the practicality of a family car with seating for five, a large boot and Tesla’s extensive Supercharger network. It also delivers an impressive range of up to 600km on a single charge.
Availability in Australia: Discontinued, not offered locally.
| Specifications | Details |
| Top Speed | 322 km/h |
| Power | 760kW |
| Drivetrain | Tri-motor AWD |
| Acceleration (0-100 km/h) | 1.99 seconds |
| Range (WLTP) | 637km |
The electric era of speed
The cars on the list prove one thing clearly: the future of speed no longer belongs exclusively to petrol engines. With top speeds well beyond 400 km/h, these EVs are every bit as thrilling as their combustion-engine rivals, while also pushing the boundaries of technology and design. Some are rare hypercars built for collectors, while others are luxury sedans and grand tourers that combine everyday usability with staggering performance. But they all share one trait; they prove that the electric era is not just about going green, it’s about going faster than ever before.
As battery and motor technology continue to evolve, it’s only a matter of time before the next generation of EVs pushes speed even higher. For now, though, these are the 10 fastest electric cars you can buy, a glimpse into a future where silence and speed go hand in hand.
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