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10 Electric SUVs That Outshine V-8 SUVs

When it comes to high-powered V-8 SUVs, there are plenty of options to choose from. However, a new wave of electric SUVs is giving traditional models a run for their money. Take, for example, the Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat with its impressive 6.2-liter supercharged Hemi V8 engine. While it can hit 60 mph in 3.5 seconds, there are electric SUVs on the market that can go even faster.

So, what sets electric SUVs apart in terms of acceleration? The key lies in their electric motors, which provide instant torque. Unlike traditional combustion engines that require time to shift gears and build power, electric motors deliver instant acceleration as soon as the driver hits the accelerator pedal.

Based on data from various automakers and trusted sources like Road & Track and MotorTrend, we have compiled a list of ten electric SUVs that offer faster 0-60 mph acceleration times compared to most V-8 SUVs, including the Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat.

Related: 10 Most Powerful Electric SUVs

10 Faraday Future FF91: An EV Startup With Incredible Speed

0-60 MPH Acceleration: 2.39 seconds

Silver Faraday Future FF91
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Front three-quarters shot of a Faraday Future FF91

The Faraday Future FF91 is the first electric SUV from the innovative startup. It boasts incredible performance and holds the title of the fastest sprint time in the EV world. This high-end electric SUV is powered by three electric motors, producing more power than any Tesla on the market.

Performance

0-60 MPH

2.39 seconds

Top Speed

155 mph

Curb Weight

6,000 lbs

Horsepower

1,050 hp

Torque

1,328 lb-ft

Layout

tri-motor

Not only is the FF91 powerful, but it’s also luxurious and tech-savvy. With a driving range of 381 miles on a single charge, it combines cutting-edge technology with impressive performance.

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Kia design boss: “the post-SUV is coming”

In recent months, many brands have suggested that the traditional SUV’s days may be numbered. These upright, two-box vehicles, favored by regular drivers but often criticized by car enthusiasts, are facing reconsideration due to the increasing importance placed on aerodynamic efficiency and sustainability. Despite this, the demand for SUVs remains high.

Kia’s design chief, Karim Habib, is open to exploring new possibilities: “We will try different things,” he says. “I believe there are more efficient ways to utilize space.” With the elimination of the transmission tunnel and engine bay on the horizon, interior design can take a completely new direction. In the near future, cars no longer need to be the same size and shape to provide comparable utility and comfort.

“I personally believe that you can create really cool vans,” Habib remarks. He offers the rakish Carnival, not available in the UK, as an example of a “cool” and “desirable” take on the traditional MPV. Meanwhile, Habib emphasizes that technological progress must be evident in SUVs for them to survive. It’s not about the specific typology, but rather, what it represents.

Kia’s design lessons from Land Rover

While it may seem unthinkable, Kia finds design inspiration from Land Rover. Habib points out the EV9’s simplistic lines and minimalist details as evidence. “There’s something really nice about these authentic, honest, boxy SUVs,” he states. Habib admires the enduring appeal of the Land Rover Defender, both old and new, for its cool factor.

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Ferrari Shows Off A New Tailor Made SF90 Spider In Grigio Galvano

It’s hard to imagine a Ferrari without picturing a bright red car. The historic and traditional color of Italian racing, red, and especially Rosso Corsa, has become more than just a signature hue for the Prancing Horse, but rather synonymous with Ferrari’s notorious speed, exclusivity, engineering, luxury, and style. However, while many Ferraris still sport red paintwork, the introduction and growth of Ferrari’s Tailor Made program has opened the doors further to various color choices being explored by Ferrari owners for the interiors and exteriors of their cars, showing that red is just one of a broad spectrum of colors that look stunning on a Ferrari.

Ferrari showed off a new Tailor Made commission of an SF90 Spider on Instagram, and it features an exterior finished in a beautiful Grigio Galvano paintwork, paired with black on the pillars and roof. The interior brings together black UltraSuede with glossy carbon fiber, as well as black leather for a monochromatic look distinguished by different textures, which is paired with an elegant and subtle stitching on the headrests in Beige 279. Together, this beautiful car is an elegant and understated machine made for open-top driving pleasure, with the potential to deliver fearsomely powerful performance, making it a through and through example of Ferrari at its best, even without the red paint.

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