The Fastest EV in the World, Now With a Lower Roof

The Lotus Evija, Pininfarina Battista, and Rimac Nevera all have something in common. These are some of the rarest, most extreme electric hypercars ever made. While electric hypercars still haven’t fully caught on with enthusiasts, they all point to a potential future where high-powered EVs surpass traditional supercar standards. There’s a relatively new entry into this exclusive group.:The Aspark Owl. Like its more established rivals, the Aspark Owl is extreme in every way. Its fully electric powertrain secures its place among the top electric hypercars, while its limited availability ensures it will be a collector’s item for years. Now, Japan’s first electric hypercar is poised to become even more sought after. Meet the Aspark Owl Roadster—the world’s fastest electric roadster. The convertible Owl produces 1,953 horsepower, has a theoretical top speed of 257 miles per hour (413 km/h), and can accelerate from 0 to 186 miles per hour (300 km/h) in under 10 seconds. These numbers place it among the most extreme street-legal hypercars on the planet. Naturally, that level of performance and rarity comes with a high price. Early estimates put the Owl Roadster’s starting price at about $3.5 million (€3 million), meaning only a few very wealthy EV enthusiasts will ever have the chance to own one. Under its carbon bodywork, the Owl Roadster follows the same design as the coupe. It has four separate electric motors that produce a total of 1,953 hp and 1,416 lb-ft of instant torque. These numbers result in outstanding performance:0–62 mph in 1.78 seconds, 0–124 mph in 4.76 seconds, 0–186 mph in 9.74 seconds. As mentioned, the cars estimated top speed is 257 mph—still lower than the Rimac Nevera Rs 268 mph (431 km/h) top speed—though the Owl is electronically limited to 217 mph (350 km/h) for road use. Despite its high-end hardware and a large 69.0-kilowatt-hour battery pack, the Roadster weighs only 4,189 pounds (1,900 kg), which is relatively light for an EV in this class. A carbon monocoque chassis and double-wishbone suspension with adjustable ride height (80–160 millimeters) make up the foundation of its chassis, paired with carbon-ceramic brakes with 10-piston front calipers. Active aerodynamics feature an adjustable rear wing designed to maintain stability even at very high speeds. The Roadster also provides several driving modes, ranging from Snow Mode to more aggressive, performance-oriented settings. The new open roof is central to the car’s identity. Aspark describes the experience as becoming one with the road, with heightened awareness of sound, airflow, and vibration. As for the price, it remains officially confidential, but estimates suggest that each of the roughly 20 planned units will cost over $3.5 million (€3 million). This would make the Owl Roadster one of the most expensive EVs in the world, even more costly than the Lotus Evija ($2.3 million).