The battery technology is one of the factors that directly affects the value of electric cars. In addition, factors such as supply chain, assembly line, research and development also play a role in making the proposed price of electric cars higher than those using internal combustion engines.
Below is a list of the most expensive electric cars in the world, some of which are so rare that they are counted on one hand and not everyone can own them even if they have the money.
Aspark Owl: $3.56 million (₫86.4 billion)
Aspark Owl is a collaboration between the Japanese car manufacturer Aspark and Manifattura Automobili Torino, an Italian company specializing in producing unique or limited edition cars.
The Owl is equipped with 4 electric motors, providing a total power of 1,980 horsepower and a torque of 1,920 Nm. The car can travel 400 km per charge. The engine allows the car to accelerate from 0-97 km/h in 1.72 seconds before reaching a top speed of 413 km/h.
In addition to the high-performance powertrain, the Owl also features a monocoque chassis and a carbon fiber body. The car has an aerodynamic design and an active aerodynamics system, along with carbon ceramic brakes with 10-piston front calipers.
Despite its impressive performance, the Owl is limited to 50 units worldwide, making it a very expensive car at $3.56 million (₫86.4 billion) per unit.
Lotus Evija – $2.5 million (₫60.67 billion)
Lotus Evija impresses environmental enthusiasts with its immense power. It is equipped with 4 electric motors that produce 1,973 horsepower and reach a torque of 1,700 Nm. This power allows the Lotus Evija to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 3 seconds and achieve a top speed of 320 km/h. The car is powered by a 120 kWh battery placed between the seats.
Despite its power, the Lotus Evija only reaches a top speed of 320 km/h.
In addition to its powerful performance, the Evija also has the fastest charging capability in the world, with a full charge in just 9 minutes at a maximum power of 800 kW.
The price of the car is $2.5 million (₫60.67 billion), making it the second most expensive electric car in the world, after the Aspark Owl. Only 130 units of the Lotus Evija will be produced worldwide.
Pininfarina Battista – $2.2 million (₫53.39 billion)
Introduced at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show, Pininfarina Battista is a pure electric hypercar with a production limited to 150 units worldwide, and a starting price of $2.2 million (₫53.39 billion).
The Battista is equipped with 4 electric motors that generate a total of 1,873 horsepower and 2,300 Nm of torque, powered by a 120 kWh battery pack. At the initial presentation, Pininfarina announced that the car can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in under 2 seconds and reach a top speed of over 350 km/h.
In addition to its high-speed capabilities, the Battista also holds the record for the world’s fastest deceleration for a production electric car, stopping from 100 km/h in just 31 meters.
Rimac Nevera – $2.2 million (₫53.39 billion)
Nevera is an all-electric sports car produced by the Croatian brand Rimac. It made its debut as the Rimac C-Two concept car at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show, and the first Nevera cars were delivered to customers in August 2022. Only about 150 units of the car will be produced worldwide, with a price of approximately $2.2 million (₫53.39 billion).
The car is equipped with 4 liquid-cooled electric motors, providing a maximum output of 1,914 horsepower and a torque of 2,360 Nm. Combined with a Lithium Manganese battery pack with a capacity of 120 kWh and a 4-wheel drive system, the car also supports a “Drift” driving mode.
Unlike combustion engine cars that use differential gears mainly in a forward direction, the electric motors in the Nevera can rotate at the same speed in both directions.
This feature allows the car to use the full power. The Nevera can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.21 seconds and also go in reverse at similar speeds.
Recently, the Rimac Nevera broke another speed record, becoming the world’s fastest reverse-driving car, with a maximum speed of 275.75 km/h, equivalent to the normal speed of a Lamborghini Miura.
Hispano Suiza Carmen Boulogne – $1.8 million (₫43.68 billion)
Hispano Suiza is a relatively unknown name to many people but is highly regarded by car enthusiasts.
The Spanish supercar Hispano Suiza Carmen was officially unveiled at the 2019 Geneva International Motor Show. The car is produced in a limited edition of 5 units worldwide and has a price tag of $1.8 million (₫43.68 billion).
The Carmen Boulogne is powered by 4 permanent magnet electric motors, with 2 motors mounted on each rear wheel. This system provides a maximum power of 1,100 horsepower and a torque of 1,600 Nm.
The car has a maximum range of 402 km per charge. The maximum charging power of the car is 80 kW.
Rolls-Royce Spectre – $413,000 (₫10 billion)
The Rolls-Royce Spectre, launched in late 2022, is the first electric car in the history of the British luxury car brand.
The car is powered by an electric motor with a maximum output of 577 horsepower and a torque of 900 Nm. This engine allows the Rolls-Royce Spectre to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds. The car’s chassis features adaptive suspension and 2-axis steering technology.
The car was officially launched in Southeast Asia on August 22, and is expected to arrive in Vietnam soon. The car is priced at approximately $413,000 (₫10 billion).
Faraday Future FF 91 2.0 Futurist Alliance – $309,000 (₫7.5 billion)
FF 91 is the electric car from the startup Faraday Future, a combination of sedan, supercar, and SUV, known as the “all-ability aiHypercar”.
Since the introduction of the Faraday Future FF 91 at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2017, the startup has faced continuous challenges. In 2019, the company filed for bankruptcy protection, and later faced some legal issues.
In 2021, Faraday Future unexpectedly went public on the NASDAQ (US). After that, the company gradually revived and delivered the first special edition FF 91 to a user in August.
The Faraday Future FF 91 special edition (2.0 Futurist Alliance) has a price tag of $309,000 (approximately ₫7.5 billion). It is powered by 3 electric motors with a total power of 1,050 horsepower, and can reach 95 km/h in 2.3 seconds from a standstill. The car uses a 142 kWh battery pack, allowing the FF 91 to travel 613 km per charge according to EPA standards.
Previously, the company had plans to deliver the first car in 2018. However, financial difficulties caused delays in production and delivery.
Cadillac Celestiq – $300,000 (₫7.28 billion)
Cadillac Celestiq is the flagship luxury sedan of the global General Motors group. The car features the new Ultium platform, handcrafted assembly, and limited production. Production of the car began in 2023 with an estimated price of around $300,000 (₫7.28 billion).
The Celestiq is equipped with an 111 kWh battery pack, dual electric motors, and all-wheel drive. This drivetrain provides an estimated output of about 600 horsepower and a maximum torque of 867 Nm, allowing the car to accelerate from 0-96 km/h in 3.8 seconds. The car has a travel range of about 483 km per charge.
The car supports DC fast charging up to 200 kW and can go up to 126 km with just 10 minutes of charging.
Lucid Air Sapphire – $249,000 (₫6 billion)
Introduced in August 2022, Lucid Air Sapphire is a strong competitor to the Tesla Model S Plaid.
The car is equipped with a triple electric motor system, with two motors at the rear axle and one at the front axle, providing a power output of up to 1,200 horsepower. The top motor allows the Air Sapphire to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in less than 2 seconds, from 0 to 160 km/h in less than 4 seconds, and complete a quarter-mile drag race in less than 9 seconds.
The Air Sapphire is currently produced in limited quantities, with a price starting from $249,000 (approximately ₫6 billion).
Maserati GranTurismo Folgore – $215,000 (₫5.21 billion)
GranTurismo is a new generation car introduced in late 2022, with 3 different engine versions, including the first electric version of the brand – Folgore.
The GranTurismo Folgore is equipped with three permanent magnet electric motors, providing a power of 402 horsepower on each motor, and a 92.5 kWh T-shaped battery pack using technology from Formula E. The top motor provides a total power of 751 horsepower and a torque of 1,350 Nm. The power is transmitted to all four wheels with torque vectoring. In addition to the standard driving modes of Comfort, GT, Sport, Corsa, and ESC-Off, the Folgore also has an additional driving mode called Max Range.
The car currently has a starting price of $215,000 (approximately ₫5.21 billion).
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