Internal combustion engines getting replaced by battery electric vehicles is what the future looks like. The sense of not feeling the engine come to life with every rev can be heartbreaking to car enthusiasts in the sports car segment. Fortunately, not all hope is lost! Because this list of the ten best electric sports cars of 2023 will cheer you up.
These battery electric cars (BEV) look super aggressive and sporty and do justice to the sports car segment by offering peak performance. The overall power output, features, and driving dynamics are so good that they give ICE cars a good run for their money. Now that we have your attention, let’s dive straight into the best electric sports cars of 2023.
Tesla Model S Plaid
Starting at $119,000
The Tesla Model S Plaid is the fastest Tesla, in terms of acceleration and top speed as of 2023. 1020 bhp, top speed of 200 mph, and 0-60 mph in just 1.99 seconds – the stats themselves speak of what Tesla Model S Plaid has on offer. The objective behind introducing the Tesla Model S Plaid was to offer a Tesla built for speed, performance, and range. Built in a high-strength architecture, with a floor-mounted battery pack, and 360-degree cameras, the S Plaid is also a safe car. The autopilot feature also makes it a convenient and practical car, making it one of the best electric sports cars in the segment.
Audi e-tron RS GT
Starting at $143,900
With a fully electric drive train that delivers 637bhp with boost engaged, the Audi e-tron RS GT is a beast that can go toe to toe with some of the ICE cars in the grand tourer segment. Powered by a 93-kWh battery with a 270-kW DC fast charger, it is one of the quickest-charging EVs today. Based on the same platform as the Porsche Taycan, the Audi e-tron RS GT is also the first EV from Audi to get an RS variant. All-wheel steering, adjustable air suspension, and a maximum range of 232 miles all make the Audi e-tron RS GT a must-have for sports car enthusiasts.
BMW i7
Starting at $119,300
The BMW i7 2023 is one of the most powerful electric vehicles that BMW has ever produced. With a maximum of 537bhp, the BMW i7 can hit 0-60mph in just 4.5 seconds. The electric range of a fully charged 101.7kWh battery on the new i7 is around 301 miles, making it a practical electric sports car. This is also the first ever fully electric 7 series and comes loaded with BMW smart features and a BMW Wall box that features a level 2 charger for rapid charging. The i7 also comes with a standard xDrive featuring the popular all-wheel drive system of BMW.
Maserati GranTurismo Folgore
Starting at $205,000
Maserati made their grand entry into the EV segment by dropping an absolute bomb of a car in the Maserati GranTurismo Folgore. An absolute stunner with a hypercar look and feel, the Maserati GranTurismo Folgore is the 100% electric version of the popular ICE SUV, the Maserati Grecale. Inspired by Formula E racing and powered by an 800-volt battery that produces 751bhp. With a 0-60mph of just 2.7 seconds and top speeds of 201mph, this is a super fast car, making it one of the best electric sports cars on the market. The Folgore also comes with fast charging that lets you charge up to 62 miles in 5 minutes and offers an impressive electric range of up to 279 miles in one full charge.
Porsche Taycan Turbo S
Starting at $187,400
The Porsche Taycan is the first fully electric car from Porsche. The highlight of Taycan is a feature, not present in most production EVs – the sound of an engine! Yes, the Porsche Taycan Turbo S has a futuristic engine note to the car, making it a one-off electric sports car. Powered by a 460kW two-deck performance battery, the Taycan Turbo S has an electric range of around 250 miles. With launch control enabled, the Porsche Taycan Turbo S can go from 0-60mph in just 2.6 seconds, making it one of the quickest sports electric vehicles currently in production.
Mercedes AMG EQS Sedan
Starting at $147,550
While the EQS is a fully electric sedan from Mercedes, it is still an AMG. Powered by a dual electric motor that churns out 649 bhp (751 bhp with boost enabled), this is one fast electric sports car. Get the best driving dynamics, impressive power delivery, and zero compromises on AMG technology with the AMG EQS sedan. The car returns an electric range of 221 miles on full charge of the 108.4 kWh battery. The AMG EQS Sedan also maintains the power of the AMG lineup of Mercedes by clocking 0-60mph in just 3.4 seconds.
Ford Mustang Mach-E GT
Starting at $59,995
Whether the Mustang Mach-E GT is really a sports car or SUV is a debatable topic. But, there is no such debate when it comes to performance. The GT performance edition rapidly accelerates 0-60mph in just 3.8 seconds. Another highlight of the Ford Mustang Mach-E GT is the 260 miles of electric range. The car also comes with fast charging as standard across all the different models. This Mustang is powered by an eAWD dual motor with a rear axle and a secondary front axle.
Rimac Nevera
Starting at $2,200,000
The Rimac Nevera is not your everyday electric sports car with its hefty price tag of 2 million dollars. However, it is an all-around hypercar with jaw-dropping performance statistics that make it value for money in all aspects. The Nevera electric motor produces 1914 bhp and hits 0-60mph in just 1.81 seconds. The EV has also been smashing every sports car record in the segment. If this is not enough to excite you, the Rimac Nevera also comes with a top speed of 256 mph! With an electric range of 205 miles, this is a top choice for the best electric sports cars of 2023.
Lucid Air Sapphire
Starting at $249,000
There are not many EV startups that’s made a notable impact on the global car scene. That’s exactly where Lucid stands out as a clear winner with their Air Sapphire sedan. With 0-60 mph in just 1.95 seconds and an electric range of 516 miles, the Sapphire is value-for-money. The Lucid Sapphire Air has three electric motors that put out a massive 1200 bhp! This is an EV that you can push to the maximum with no compromises in speed and stability.
Tesla Model 3
Starting at $40,240
Tesla is the pinnacle of EV engineering. So no surprise to see two Teslas make it to the list of best electric sports cars of 2023. Model 3 also comes with a massive electric range of 333 miles. With a 0-60 mph in 3.1 seconds 5-star NHTSA safety rating, this Tesla will keep you safe on the go. The Tesla Model 3 is powered by an all-wheel drive dual-motor engine that puts out 567 hp. This is an electric motor that has a top speed of 162mph.
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