Once upon a time, roadsters were synonymous with gasoline guzzlers, V8 roars, and the occasional exhaust plume. But times have changed. Today, the automotive world embraces electric roadsters—sleek, high-performance machines that whisper down the road, leaving zero emissions. Here are 22 vehicles of electric roadsters and statements of an electrified future.
Tesla Roadster (Second Generation)
Elon Musk’s brainchild, the Tesla Roadster 2.0, is the Usain Bolt of electric cars. Announced in 2017 and now projected for release in 2025, it boasts astonishing specs: 0-60 mph acceleration in 1.9 seconds, a top speed of over 250 mph, and a range of 620 miles thanks to a 200-kWh battery—the largest in any Tesla vehicle. With this car, you could drive from LA to San Francisco twice and still have enough juice for a joyride.
Rimac Nevera
This Croatian masterpiece is a hyper-roadster disguised as a spaceship. Built with a carbon-fiber monocoque, the Nevera prioritizes strength and lightweight efficiency. Advanced aerodynamics, including active elements like a rear wing and underbody flaps, help optimize performance. Cutting-edge AI driving assistance uses 13 cameras, 6 radars, and 12 ultrasonic sensors to provide real-time coaching on braking, steering, and acceleration. Plus, its four electric motors let you corner like a racecar driver on espresso.
Lotus Evija
The Lotus Evija is art on wheels, blending aerodynamics with sheer power. Debuting in 2019, the Evija is Lotus’s first fully electric vehicle, designed to push boundaries with its jaw-dropping specs and innovative engineering. Powered by four independent electric motors, it delivers an astonishing 1,972 horsepower and 1,254 lb.-ft of torque, enabling a 0-60 mph sprint in under 3 seconds and a top speed exceeding 200 mph.
Porsche Mission R
The Porsche Mission R’s innovative engineering includes direct oil cooling for the stator, enhancing power efficiency, and a high-end 82 kWh battery optimized for 25–40-minute sprint races. Its futuristic design also incorporates a lightweight carbon-fiber exoskeleton, 3D-printed seat components, and sustainable materials. And, designed with racing in mind, it could easily double as Batman’s weekend ride.
Audi Skysphere Concept
The Audi Skysphere is the shape-shifter of roadsters. Its innovative variable wheelbase allows it to switch between two driving modes: “Sports” mode for high-performance driving and “Grand Touring” mode for autonomous cruising. The interior is also equally innovative, featuring sustainable materials like microfiber and eucalyptus wood and disappearing controls in autonomous mode.
Lucid Air Sapphire
Lucid Motors is also aiming to dominate the roadster market. The Sapphire features an exclusive design with Sapphire Blue paint and a high-performance aerodynamic setup, including bespoke Aero Sapphire wheels and specially engineered Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires. Its interior maintains luxury, with Sapphire Mojave-themed sports seats offering heating, cooling, and massage functions. And, with three electric motors generating over 1,200 horsepower, luxury meets lunacy.
MG Cyberster
The MG Cyberster is a roadster straight out of a video game. Its cabin is futuristic, with multiple screens and luxurious finishes, though some design quirks, like partially obscured displays behind the steering wheel, detract slightly from usability. Performance is also impressive, with the dual-motor GT variant reaching 62 mph in just 3.2 seconds, while the single-motor Trophy offers a more laid-back, grand-touring experience. Affordable yet futuristic, it proves electric roadsters aren’t just for millionaires.
Polestar O2
Polestar’s O2 concept is where minimalism meets excitement. Featuring a sleek, aerodynamic body made with advanced materials like flax-fiber composites and recyclable aluminum, the O₂ sets a new standard for eco-friendly yet high-performance vehicles. It integrates a unique Android Automotive operating system, offering intuitive features and seamless connectivity with Google services. Its built-in drone feature lets you record your joyrides in 4K.
Ferrari SF90 Stradale Spider
Ferrari isn’t ready to ditch combustion engines entirely, but the SF90 Stradale Spider is a solid toe in the electric waters. The car’s design emphasizes aerodynamics and lightweight construction, with the carbon-fiber body and active aero components optimizing downforce and stability. The hardtop convertible roof can be lowered in 14 seconds, maintaining the coupe’s aggressive lines and sleek profile. In short, this hybrid with a blistering speed of 211 mph shows that even purists can’t ignore the electric revolution.
Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray
The legendary Corvette gets a hybrid-electric makeover with the E-Ray. This electrified version introduces all-wheel drive (AWD), enhancing performance and traction in any weather. The E-Ray also combines a 6.2L LT2 V8 engine producing 495 horsepower with an electric motor generating 160 horsepower, for a combined total of 655 horsepower. While not fully electric, it combines its V8 heritage with front-axle electrification, creating a unique roadster that’s both nostalgic and forward-thinking.
Pininfarina Battista
This Italian beauty is like the Mona Lisa of electric roadsters—except it moves at 217 mph. With 1,877 horsepower and a timeless design, it’s a piece of art you can drive. Designed for ultimate luxury, the interior blends modern tech and classic Italian craftsmanship, featuring leather upholstery and customizable options.
Drako GTE
Drako Motors is the new kid on the block, but their GTE is a serious contender. While it’s undoubtedly a powerhouse, the Draco GTE doesn’t sacrifice comfort. It’s a four-passenger grand tourer designed to combine luxury with performance. The cabin features hand-stitched leather and Alcantara, blending elegance with sportiness. Each unit is highly customizable, offering a range of materials and finishes.
Aston Martin Valhalla EV
James Bond would approve of the Aston Martin Valhalla EV. It hits 62 mph in just 2.5 seconds and tops out at 217 mph. Crafted from carbon fiber and armed with active aerodynamics, it hugs the road like a high-tech barnacle. Bonus: it goes full electric for 9 miles—perfect for stealthy urban prowling. Also, with Adrian Newey’s F1 touch, this $800,000 beast is part art, part apocalypse machine.
BMW Vision M Next
BMW’s Vision M Next is a neon dream brought to life. Unveiled in 2019, this concept car blends BMW’s signature design language with a bold, futuristic twist. Think laser-straight lines, wild aero shapes, and a two-tone paint job—Thrilling Orange and Cast Silver. Plus, underneath its angular shell lies a plug-in hybrid system, pairing a 4-cylinder turbo engine with an electric motor for 600 horsepower.
Hyundai N Vision 74
Who knew Hyundai had a hidden wild side? The N Vision 74 blends retro vibes with futuristic tech, drawing inspiration from their 1974 Pony Coupe. It’s got a whopping 670 horsepower, enough to make you feel like you’re in a time warp. And, with a range of 600 km (372 miles) and the ability to refuel hydrogen in just 5 minutes, it promises to leave Teslas in the dust. This concept isn’t just eye candy; it’s Hyundai’s way of flexing its green-tech muscles while winking at its heritage.
Jaguar F-Type EV
Jaguar’s F-Type is already a stunner, but an electric version promises to elevate it further. Thanks to an advanced carbon-fiber chassis and high-capacity batteries, the F-Type EV is expected to target a range of 620 miles and dethrone competitors like the Porsche Taycan. Also, with a design that retains Jaguar’s signature sleekness, it promises both luxury and sustainability.
Mercedes-Benz Vision EQ Silver Arrow
This one’s straight out of a sci-fi blockbuster. The Vision EQ Silver Arrow is a tribute to Mercedes’ 1937 racecar but reimagined with electric guts. It’s what happens when engineers decide to flex on everyone at a car show. This single-seater electric concept car oozes futuristic vibes with its seamless aluminum body, glowing blue accents, and 24-inch wheels that look like they moonlight as art installations.
Alpha Ace
The Alpha Ace proves that good things come in small packages. Think of it as a lovechild of ’80s cool and 21st-century smarts. It’s designed for urban ninjas and eco-conscious drivers who want style without compromising function. And while it’s not on sale yet, Alpha’s vision of affordability and sustainability has the EV world buzzing like an electric motor. Just keep your eyes peeled for its debut on the streets!
Karma SC2 Concept
Karma’s SC2 is less of a car and more of a rolling tech showcase. Inside, it’s all about future vibes: biometric authentication and a lidar system to map surroundings for augmented reality driving. The pièce de résistance? Its “Drive and Play” feature lets you replay your drives as if it’s a video game—because why not? While undeniably a showstopper, the SC2 is more about flexing design muscles than hitting the production line.
Genesis X Speedium Coupe
Genesis, Hyundai’s luxury arm, is bringing sophistication to electric roadsters. Named after the Speedium racetrack in South Korea, it screams “speed,” though it’s more about sophistication than actual lap times. With its streamlined silhouette and a grille-less front (because EVs don’t need to gulp air like V8s), it oozes elegance. Also, the car’s “Two Lines” lighting theme looks like a minimalist Picasso sketched it. Plus, it’s as green as a well-fed iguana, powered by sustainable materials and Genesis’s bold promise to go all-electric by 2030.
Ford Mustang Mach-E GT
The Mustang Mach-E GT is Ford’s electric rebuttal to skeptics. Packing a hefty 480 horsepower and 634 lb.-ft of torque, it’s no slouch. This all-electric SUV zips from 0 to 60 mph in a zesty 3.5 seconds, proving that green driving can be thrilling. It also boasts an EPA-estimated range of 270 miles, though your lead foot might shave off a few miles. The cabin’s a cozy blend of modernity and comfort. And, priced around $65K, it’s not cheap, but you’re saving on gas and impressing the neighbors.
Czinger 21C
Built using 3D printing and cutting-edge aerodynamics, the Czinger 21C feels more like a tech experiment than a car. Top speed? A blistering 253 mph, with a 0-62 mph time of 1.9 seconds. Yes, blink, and you’ll miss it. The 21C isn’t just fast, though—it’s a nerd’s dream. The car’s chassis and components are 3D-printed for optimal weight and strength, assembled robotically, like something out of Transformers. Oh, and the driver-passenger setup? Tandem seating so that you can look down on the competition.
12 Cars That Are Known for Their Unbreakable Reliability — They Just Don’t Quit
Reliability is a core feature that defines a vehicle. Over the last few decades, some vehicles have emerged as a reliable and durable option, standing out as workhorses that never quit. These vehicles not only prove themselves in terms of performance but transcend their role and become reliable partners, always fulfilling their role. Here are 12 Cars known for their unbreakable reliability.
12 Cars That Are Known for Their Unbreakable Reliability — They Just Don’t Quit
