The Fastest EVs on Earth: From Supercars to Trains (2025)

Think the Yangwang U9 is fast? Think again. The world of electric vehicles (EVs) is accelerating at breakneck speed, and we've compiled a list of the 32 fastest EVs on the planet that will leave you breathless. But here's where it gets controversial: while some of these vehicles are production models, others are prototypes, concept cars, or even trains and planes. Is it fair to compare them all? And this is the part most people miss: speed isn't just about straight-line performance; it's also about innovation, engineering, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. From the record-breaking Volkswagen ID.R to the mind-boggling Scalextric Honda F1 replica, each of these vehicles has a unique story to tell. Let's dive into the world of high-speed EVs, where the lines between cars, bikes, and trains blur, and ask ourselves: what does it mean to be 'fast' in the 21st century? Here's the ultimate list, but be warned – it's not just about speed. It's about the future of transportation, and it's more exciting than you ever imagined. Ready to be amazed? Let's go!

1. Volkswagen ID.R (170mph): Built to shatter records, this electric racer conquered Pikes Peak, Goodwood, and the Nürburgring. With 670bhp and a lightweight design, it's a testament to EV engineering.
2. Formula E (Gen 2) (174mph): The evolution of electric racing, Gen 2 cars boast 335bhp and a 0-62mph time of 2.8 seconds, setting the stage for even faster Gen 3 models.
3. Maserati GranCabrio Folgore (180mph): A drop-top electric sports car that combines Italian elegance with 750bhp and a 2.8-second 0-62mph sprint.
4. Porsche Taycan Turbo GT Weissach (190mph): This four-door record-breaker sheds weight and adds power, achieving a Nürburgring lap time of 7m 07.55s.
5. Nio EP9 (195mph): A Chinese-built hypercar with quad motors and Le Mans-inspired design, it held the 'Ring record in 2017.
6. Formula E (Gen 3) (200mph): The latest Formula E cars are faster than ever, though their top speeds are rarely reached in city-center races.
7. Damon HyperSport Premier (200mph): This Canadian electric motorcycle boasts 200hp, 200Nm torque, and a 200-mile range, plus innovative safety features.
8. Maserati GranTurismo Folgore (202mph): The hardtop sibling of the GranCabrio, it's slightly quicker off the line and just as stunning.
9. Lucid Air Sapphire (205mph): A Silicon Valley luxury saloon with 1,217bhp, a 1.89-second 0-60mph time, and seating for five – because why not?
10. Eurostar (208mph): Connecting the UK and Europe, the Eurostar's top speed is 208mph, though it's limited to 100mph in the Channel Tunnel.
11. Extra 330 LE (213mph): This electric aerobatic plane set records for speed, altitude, and glider towing, though its flight time is limited.
12. Xiaomi SU7 Ultra (217mph): The new Nürburgring four-door lap record holder, beating the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT Weissach by 2.5 seconds.
13. Lotus Evija (217mph): Claiming to be the most powerful production car ever, the Evija packs 2,011bhp and a 2.9-second 0-62mph time.
14. Lightning LS-218 (218.637mph): The world's fastest street-legal electric motorcycle, it's held the title since 2011.
15. Al Boraq (222mph): Africa's first high-speed railway, linking Casablanca and Tangier, reached 222mph during testing.
16. Pininfarina Battista (222.4mph): The most powerful Italian car ever, it produces 1,874bhp and has a limited top speed of 217mph – but has gone faster in testing.
17. FS Class ETR 500 (225mph): Italy's high-speed train set an 'indoors' world speed record in the Monte Bibele tunnel.
18. Eliica (230mph): An eight-wheeled electric prototype from Japan that reached 230mph in 2004 – why didn't it catch on?
19. DEUS Vayanne (248mph): An Austrian hypercar with 2,200bhp and a 0-62mph time under 1.99 seconds, promised for 2025.
20. Intercity Experimental (252.8mph): Germany's experimental train broke the 400km/h mark in 1988, paving the way for today's Intercity Express.
21. HEMU-430X (261.8mph): South Korea's high-speed train fell short of its 430km/h target but still impresses with its speed and Hyundai Rotem engineering.
22. Rimac Nevera R (268.2mph): Croatian Rimac's flagship car accelerates from 0-60mph in 1.66 seconds and hits 186mph in under 8 seconds.
23. KillaJoule (270.224mph): Eva Håkansson's self-built electric motorcycle set multiple records at Bonneville Salt Flats before retiring in 2019.
24. Aspark Owl (272.6mph): Once the fastest electric production car, the Aspark Owl accelerates from 0-60mph in 1.9 seconds and has a planned run of 50 vehicles.
25. Voxan Wattman (292.204mph): The current top-speed champion among electric motorcycles, piloted by Max Biaggi at Kennedy Space Center.
26. Yangwang U9 (308.4mph): BYD's luxury sub-brand stunned the world with its 2,978bhp U9 Xtreme, becoming the fastest production car on the planet.
27. Shanghai Maglev (311mph): Using magnetic levitation, this train connects Shanghai Airport to the city at speeds over 300mph.
28. TGV (357.2mph): France's modified TGV set the conventional train speed record in 2007, breaking the 357mph barrier.
29. Venturi Buckeye Bullet 3 (358mph): Built by Ohio State University students, it hit 358mph on its first run at Bonneville Salt Flats.
30. L0 Series (375mph): Japan's maglev train smashed land speed records in 2015, aiming for 311mph in commercial service.
31. Rolls-Royce Spirit of Innovation (387.4mph): The aerospace company's electric plane set a new top speed record in 2021, climbing to 3,000ft in 202 seconds.
32. Scalextric Honda F1 replica (983.88mph): The fastest 'electric vehicle' on the planet – technically. This 1/32 scale model reached a scaled speed of 983.33mph in a stunt.

Now, here's the controversial question: Should we compare trains, planes, and automobiles in a list of 'fastest EVs'? Does it matter if a vehicle is a prototype or a production model? Share your thoughts in the comments – let's spark a debate about the future of speed and innovation!