One metric car enthusiasts use to rank fast cars is the 0-60 miles per hour mark.
It’s not just race cars, supercars, and hypercars that can achieve this feat. Some electric cars, even reasonably affordable ones, can do 0-60 mph in times more suited to the racetrack than the highway.
Keep reading as we take a closer look at 16 cars that can do 0-60 mph in less than three seconds. Yes, you read that correctly—sub-three seconds.
Rimac Nevera
The 2024 Rimac Nevera electric vehicle is part of a small production run of 150 units. According to sources, the vehicle can go from 0-60 mph in 1.85 seconds. But the fact that it sells for north of $2 million means we’ll let the millionaires among us enjoy the pleasures of this rare EV.
Tesla Model S Plaid
Edmunds praises the Tesla Model S Plaid as “the Usain Bolt of the car world.” With a range of 405 miles, it’s an EV for the everyday driver. And that’s precisely what it is for some motorists. It can do 0-60 mph in 1.99 seconds. But unlike supercars that usually prioritize speed over interior comfort, the Model S Plaid gives owners both.
Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+
The Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+ has a price tag of about $5 million. With an 8.0-liter quad-turbocharged W16 engine under its hood, it’s clearly built for speed, capable of going from 0-62 mph in 2.3 seconds.
Pininfarina Battista
The Pininfarina Battista is renowned for being exclusive, fast, and desirable. In 2022, Pininfarina produced 150 units, primarily targeting the North America, Asia, Europe, and Middle East markets. The EV does 0-60 in 1.8 seconds and has an engine that produces 1,900 hp.
Ferrari SF90 Stradale
Capable of a 2.4 second 0-60 mph time, the Ferrari SF90 Stradale produces 986 hp from a twin-turbo V8 engine connected to three electric motors. If you have deep pockets and are interested in buying an EV but have range anxiety, the vehicle’s plug-in hybrid configuration is worth considering.
Lamborghini Aventador Ultimae
Is 0-60 mph in 2.7 seconds fast enough for you? While not the fastest time in the world, the Lamborghini Aventador Ultimae offers enthusiasts the raw power they expect from the Italian automaker. The V12 under the hood produces 769 hp.
Lucid Air Sapphire
Lucid started selling its first EV, the Lucid Air, in late 2021. Receiving relatively strong reviews, the EV was lauded for its style, handling, power, and range. The Lucid Air Sapphire is fast enough to go from 0-60 mph in 1.89 seconds. If seeking an EV north of 1,200 hp, the Lucid Air Sapphire is definitely a contender.
Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170
You can add the Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 to the list of cars that can do 0-60 mph in sub-three seconds. It truly is a speed demon, capable of hitting 0-60 mph in an impressive 1.66 seconds. With a 6.2-liter V8 engine under its hood, the muscle car packs 1,025 hp.
McLaren P1
The McLaren P1 had a short production run. Beginning in 2013 and ending in December 2015, only 375 models were manufactured, making it an ultra-rare vehicle. It’s also lightning quick, capable of going from 0-60 mph in 2.6 seconds. The world-first hybrid supercar, the P1 was made by McLaren Automotive.
Ariel Atom 500 V8
Rolled out in early 2008, the Ariel Atom 500 V8 has a 3-liter V8 engine generating 500 hp. If you have a need for speed, you’ll be happy to know that this vehicle can do 0-60 mph in 2.3 seconds.
Aston Martin Valkyrie
If you want a supercar that’s the closest thing to an actual hypercar, then consider the Aston Martin Valkyrie. Car and Driver call it “race car-like,” while MotorTrend says, “It’s a barely disguised race car.” The hypercar has a naturally aspirated V12 engine and an electric motor. In addition to its 1,100 hp, the vehicle archives 0-60 mph in 2.5 seconds.
Bugatti Veyron Super Sport
The Bugatti Veyron Super Sport clocks in at 2.5 seconds for the 0-60 mph test. That used to be good enough for the title of “fastest car in the world.” But not anymore. Still, it’s enough to be among the fastest in the world. The hypercar has an 8.0-liter quad-turbocharged W16 engine and produces 1,200 hp.
Lamborghini Huracán Performante
The Lamborghini Huracán Performante does 0-60 mph in 2.6 seconds. It’s no wonder the supercar moves so fast, given the naturally aspirated 5.2-liter V10 under its hood, producing 631 hp.
Porsche Taycan Turbo S
Is 0-60 mph in 2.4 seconds fast enough for your tastes? If so, the Porsche Taycan Turbo S fits the bill. The EV has 750 hp and a top speed exceeding 160 mph.
Hennessey Venom F5
The Hennessey Venom F5 can exceed more than 300 mph. It’s one of the fastest cars available, capable of going from 0-60 mph in 2.4 seconds. It boasts a twin-turbocharged 6.6-liter V8 engine under its hood, generating 1,817 hp.
Porsche 911 Turbo S (992)
With a 3.8-liter twin-turbocharged flat-6 engine, the Porsche 911 Turbo S (992) never disappoints speed enthusiasts. Its 2.2-second 0-60 mph time puts it among the fastest cars in the world.
And The List Goes On
While these 16 vehicles are among the fastest worldwide, there are others capable of doing 0-60 mph in sub-three seconds.
The good news is you don’t have to mortgage your future for a fast car. For example, the Tesla Model S Plaid has a base price of $89,990. It’s not dirt cheap, but it’s cheaper than spending millions for some of the super/hypercars on this list.
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