10 EVs That Combine Blistering Speed With Long Range

Electric vehicles have revolutionized the automotive world, not just as efficient, eco-friendly alternatives to traditional internal combustion engines but as high-performance machines capable of breathtaking power delivery. EVs are often celebrated for their range and low day-to-day energy costs, but their abilities have shifted the narrative around what sustainable transportation can achieve, in light of their sports car-like performance, a realm once thought to be doomed to extinction with the demise of the internal combustion engine.

With 0-60 mph times rivaling or surpassing those of the fastest ICE vehicles, EVs have proven that environmental sensibilities and adrenaline-inducing obliviousness can indeed co-exist, thanks to the unique characteristics of electric powertrains – namely the instantaneous torque delivered by the electric motors.

The size of the battery pack also plays a crucial role. Not only do larger batteries allow EVs to go farther between charges, they are also capable of supplying more power for longer bursts of speed. With those two priorities in place, here are the ten fastest EVs that also have a 300-mile range (a feat that isn’t as easy as you might believe).

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2024 Ford F-150 Lightning Flash - Range: 320 Miles

0–60 MPH In 3.8 Seconds

Ford

The Ford F-150 Lightning represents Ford's commitment to future energy sources by electrifying its iconic pickup, in effect combining the legacy of the F-Series with the modernity of the Mustang Mach-E. As a versatile electric pickup, it targets both work and lifestyle markets, competing with the Chevrolet Silverado EV, Ram 1500 REV, and Rivian R1T.

2024 Ford F-150 Lightning Flash Specifications

The 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning Flash offers the most performance-oriented combination of speed and efficiency, shirking the weight of the bulkier Lariat and Platinum trims to sneak under the four-second 0-60 mph barrier, and surpassing the 300-mile threshold in range by using two motors and an extended-range battery.

Pros

• Excellent towing capacity for an EV
• Spacious front trunk (frunk)
• Versatile onboard power for accessories

Cons

• Range shrinks rapidly when towing
• Limited charging infrastructure in rural areas

2025 Mercedes-AMG EQS - Range: 315 Miles

0–60 MPH In 3.4 Seconds

Mercedes-Benz

The Mercedes-AMG EQS represents the high-performance electric version of Mercedes’ flagship luxury sedan. It has no direct competitors that can match the combination of AMG’s racing pedigree for speed and the Mercedes' goal of efficiency, with its closest current rivals being the BMW i7 and Rolls-Royce Spectre.

2025 Mercedes-AMG EQS Sedan Specifications

The Mercedes-AMG EQS sedan’s dual-motor powertrain produces up to 752 pound-feet of instantaneous torque, enabling a 0-60 mph time of just 3.4 seconds. Despite the “boosted” power, it still attains a range exceeding 300 miles, thanks to its 118 kWh battery and advanced aerodynamics.

Pros

• Exceptional acceleration for its bulk
• High-speed stability
• Luxurious cabin with cutting-edge technology

Cons

• Conservative styling lessens bold EV performance appeal
• Handling lacks the precision of rivals

2025 Rivian R1T Tri-Motor - Range: 371 Miles

0–60 MPH In 2.9 Seconds

Rivian

The Rivian R1T adds motors to further its reputation as a groundbreaking electric adventure truck. A Quad four-motor version is coming, but for now, the tri-motor model positions the R1T as a top-tier option to the GMC Hummer EV and Tesla Cybertruck rivals in the rugged, high-performance EV truck segment.

2025 Rivian R1T Tri Specifications

Every time it adds a motor, the Rivian R1T drives up power (and price) and lowers acceleration times, with the large 135 kWh battery contributing to the power outputs, while also extending range. Of interest, the Rivian R1T Dual (two-motors) raises range to 329–420 miles while still managing 0-60 mph acceleration runs of 3.4 seconds.

Pros

• Exceptional off-road capability with individual wheel control
• Massive torque output for acceleration and towing bite
• Outstanding range

Cons

• Heavy weight impacts efficiency
• Limited charging network

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2025 Lotus Eletre Carbon - Range: 332 Miles (WLTP)

0–60 MPH In 2.9 Seconds

Lotus

The Lotus Eletre Carbon represents a bunch of firsts for the British maker of dynamic performance cars – it’s the brand’s first SUV, its first electric vehicle, and the first Lotus built in China. Billed as the world’s first hyper SUV, and competes with the Tesla Model X Plaid.

2025 Lotus Eletre Carbon Specifications

The 2025 Lotus Eletre is aimed at high-performance luxury enthusiasts who need the interior space and versatility they aren’t going to get from an electric sedan. Though it trails the Model X slightly in both performance and range, it makes up for it with cutting-edge style and the Lotus badge.

Pros

• Stunning acceleration and sharp handling
• Luxurious, driver-focused interior
• Lightweight design enhances driving dynamics

Cons

• Stratospheric cost in a niche segment
• Lower range than competitors

2025 Lotus Emeya R - Range: 301 Miles (WLTP)

0–60 MPH In 2.78 Seconds

Lotus has made sedans before, but the 2025 Lotus Emeya extends Lotus’ reputation for performance cars into the EV sedan landscape, as the Eletra did for SUVs. Positioned as a high-performance flagship grand tourer, it uses Lotus’s hallmark agility to rival the Tesla Model S Plaid and Porsche Taycan Turbo S in the premium sedan segment.

2025 Lotus Emeya R Specifications

Like the Eletra Carbon you read about previously, the 2025 Lotus Emeya R features a dual-motor setup with an uprated rear motor to deliver up to 905 horsepower and a 0-60 mph time under 3 seconds, while its 102 kWh battery ensures a range that barely exceeds 300 miles. Be prepared to ante up for this level of track-capable performance, though.

Pros

• Exceptional acceleration and precise handling
• Aerodynamically-efficient stylish exterior
• Driver-centric interior with advanced tech features

Cons

• Range lower than prime competitors
• Limited fast-charging network

Tesla Cybertruck Cyberbeast - Range: 315 Miles

0–60 MPH In 2.6 Seconds

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The controversial Tesla Cybertruck doesn’t get a “plaid” version when it comes to performance. It gets a Cyberbeast to target the high-performance truck segment that includes more conservatively-styled pickups like the GMC Hummer EV and Rivian R1T, both of which have more practical motives than just looking revolutionary.

Tesla Cyberbeast Specifications

Equipped with a tri-motor setup, the Cyberbeast version of the Tesla Cybertruck produces nearly 850 horsepower and 864 pound-feet (according to MotorTrend, despite Tesla’s reporting it at a total of 11,000 pound-feet) to get the truck through the 0-60 mph sprint in a tick over 2.5 seconds. A range extender can get a range of up to 315 miles.

Pros

• Unmatched acceleration for a truck
• Durable exoskeleton design
• Extensive Tesla Supercharger network

Cons

• Polarizing design won’t appeal to everyone
• Limited cargo space compared to traditionally-styled rivals

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2025 Tesla Model X Plaid - Range: 314 Miles

0–60 MPH In 2.5 Seconds

The Tesla Model X Plaid is the pinnacle of Tesla’s luxury SUV lineup, blending cutting-edge performance with family-friendly practicality to compete against more traditionally-styled electric SUVs like the Cadillac Escalade IQ and Rivian R1S. Since its introduction in 2015, it’s been the yardstick against which other electric SUVs are measured.

2025 Tesla Model X Plaid Specifications

The 2025 Tesla Model X Plaid features Tesla’s tri-motor setup, which in this application generates over 1,020 horsepower and 1.050 pound-feet of torque to take the hulking crossover from zero to 60 mph time in 2.5 seconds. Its 100-kWh battery provides a range of 315 miles, depending on tire size.

Pros

• Unrivaled acceleration in its class
• Easy access to rear seats via falcon-wing doors
• Tesla’s expansive Supercharger network

Cons

• Limited off-road capability compared to Rivian R1S
• Polarizing yoke steering wheel design

2025 Porsche Taycan Turbo - Range: 317 Miles

0–60 MPH In 2.5 Seconds

Porsche

The Porsche Taycan Turbo sits as a mid-tier option in Porsche’s electric sports sedan lineup, slotting between the efficient base rear-drive Taycan and higher-performance Turbo GTs. It takes the Tesla Model S and Lucid Air head-on in the top-end electric sedan market, offsetting the others’ head-turning performance with legendary driving dynamics.

2025 Porsche Taycan Turbo Specifications

The Porsche Taycan Turbo's dual-motor setup and 105 kWh battery provide nearly 300 miles of range, which can be exceeded by moving up to 21-inch wheels. Meanwhile, 656 pound-feet of instant launch-controlled torque rockets it through a blinkingly fast 0-60 mph sprint, using two-speed transmission efficiency.

Pros

• Exceptional handling and driving dynamics
• Interior build quality and design
• Rapid charging capability

Cons

• Shorter range than key rivals
• Premium price

2025 Tesla Model S Plaid - Range: 348 Miles

0–60 MPH In 1.99 Seconds

The Tesla Model S Plaid is Tesla’s flagship sedan and has been regarded as the pinnacle of electric performance and innovation since its introduction in 2012. Slotting in between the Porsche Taycan Turbo and the Lucid Air Sapphire, it’s a commanding force in the high-performance luxury sport sedan EV segment.

2025 Tesla Model S Plaid Specifications

With a tri-motor powertrain delivering 1,020 horsepower, the Tesla Model S Plaid was the first mass-market EV to break the two-second barrier in 0-60 mph acceleration. Yet, its 100 kWh battery ensures a practical range exceeding 300 miles to make it a luxury tourer on extended highway cruises, with ready access to Tesla’s charging infrastructure.

Pros

• Pioneering acceleration
• Extensive charging network
• Spacious interior with cutting-edge tech

Cons

• A minimalistic interior may feel sparse for luxury tastes
• Steering yoke not up to all tastes

Lucid Air Sapphire Laguna Seca Blue

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2025 Lucid Air Sapphire - Range: 427 Miles

0–60 MPH In 1.89 Seconds

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In 2023, the Lucid Air Sapphire took over the performance EV mantle from the Tesla Model S Plaid and is now the documented leader in 0-60 acceleration, as well as the model against which the likes of the Model S Plaid and Porsche Taycan Turbo compare themselves. It is also regarded by many as the style and luxury-amenity leader.

2025 Lucid Air Sapphire Specifications

With its tri-motor powertrain that generates in excess of 1,200 horsepower and 1,400 pound-feet of torque, the Lucid Air Sapphire scorches through the 0-60 mph sprint a split second faster than the Tesla Model S, while its 118 kWh battery provides 80-100 more miles of range than its nearest rivals.

Pros

• Unmatched acceleration and range
• Premium, spacious interior with high-tech features
• Cutting-edge energy efficiency in a high-performance car

Cons

• Exorbitantly high price point
• Limited brand recognition compared to Tesla and Porsche … for now