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The electric vehicle (EV) revolution is in full swing, especially when it comes to SUVs. More than that, it is reshaping the way we view performance SUVs in 2025. Though still in small and limited numbers, SUVs are becoming electrified powerhouses, possessing insane speeds controlled by the latest in-vehicle technologies. With this in mind, we thought about exploring the fastest electric SUV on sale in the USA today, ranking them according to their top speed, and then by 0-60 mph times when we have ties.

If anything, the fastest electric SUVs on our list push the boundaries, will push you into the seat off the line, and will rival sports cars with their top speeds. With top speeds ranging from 149 to 165 mph, our list is quite diverse. Be it those at the high-end of the spectrum like the Mercedes-AMG EQE or value-driven ones like the Kia EV6 GT, these SUVs are representative of the future of performance SUVs.

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Mercedes-AMG EQE SUV 4Matic+

Top Speed: 149 mph

The Mercedes-AMG EQE SUV 4Matic+ kicks off our list to find the fastest EV SUV. It utilizes a dual-motor setup for an insane 617 horsepower. If that’s not enough, the Dynamic Plus package ups it to 677 hp! In peak form, the top speed is a solid 149 mph, but don’t be fooled by it being the ‘slowest’ on this list. Acceleration is brisk too, clearing the 0-60 mph run in 3.4 seconds – among the quickest on this list. The AMG EQE SUV 4Matic+ has a 90.6 kWh battery and offers a claimed driving range of 230 miles.

The ride is supported by adaptive air suspension, while a torque-vectoring system helps keep this 5,600-pound SUV in check when its agility tethers on the edge of its prowess. In typical Mercedes-Benz fashion, advanced driver aids are part of the package, and occupant comfort enjoys as much attention as performance.

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Genesis Electrified GV70

Top Speed: 151 mph

Genesis is the luxury vehicle division of Korean automaker Hyundai, and the Electrified GV70 is another fast electric SUV. Despite commanding a hefty asking price, there is ample luxury, comfort, and performance locked up in this SUV. Powered by an 84-kWh battery, total system output is a solid 435 hp and 516 lb-ft. In Boost Mode, power is upped to 490 hp. The Genesis GV70 runs a 151 mph top speed and will clear 0-60 mph in 4.2 seconds. The driving range is 236 miles.

Part of the Genesis Electrified GV70’s appeal is its premium interior. Filled with physical controls and high-quality materials, the cabin does not play in the same tech-heavy league as the touchscreen-laden. But it draws on Hyundai’s ethos of producing easy-to-understand interiors that are intuitive and simplistic in design. It is a value-driven EV SUV, even if it’s not the quickest nor the fastest.

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Tesla Model Y Performance AWD

Top Speed: 155 mph

The Model Y Performance is one of Tesla’s best-selling models in the USA, and it’s fast, too! A 78.1-kWh electric battery powers the dual-motors, which in turn produce 527 hp that pushes the SUV from 0-60 mph in 3.8 seconds and on to a 155 mph top speed. The driving range is a more-than-decent 303 miles, which is much better than most of the vehicles in this list. Boosting this is Tesla’s extensive supercharger network. It only boosts convenience.

Inside is where more magic happens, because most of the SUV’s prowess and abilities are housed within the 15-inch touchscreen. Admittedly, the build quality could be better, but function leads form, and Tesla’s software, with over-the-air updates and advanced driver aids, adds value in more ways than one. And the more accessible price point (contextually speaking) makes it hard to ignore.

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BMW iX M70

Top Speed: 155 mph

With a top speed of 155 mph, the BMW iX M70 is powered by a big 108.9-kWh battery that manages to rake out 283 miles of driving range. Moreover, the electric motors produce 650 hp and 811 lb-ft, helping this 5,800-lb SUV go from 0-60 mph in 3.6 seconds. These are impressive figures, which make the performance stored in this SUV all the more impressive.

Notable talking points around this SUV are its controversial exterior and the kidney grille that verges on being too big. It’s ironic, actually, because the interior is one of the most sophisticated spaces in the automotive world and features a brilliant curved digital display and panoramic roof.

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Rivian R1S Quad

Top Speed: 155 mph

The Rivian R1S features a quad-motor setup delivering a whopping 835 hp and 908 lb-ft. Another big number is the weight of 7,000 lbs. Even with the hefty curb weight, the Rivian R1S Quad will hit 60 mph from a standstill in an impressive 2.8 seconds and will top out at 155 mph. These are impressive figures, supported by a driving range of 321 miles.

Because the R1S is an adventure SUV, its exterior design reflects this, and the cabin is kitted with sustainable materials – but the premium kind. Even though it’s built for the wild stuff, the technology does not stay by the wayside. A large touchscreen houses the infotainment system and in-vehicle systems and features, but the overall feel still drives the eco-conscious memo forward. Interestingly, Rivian’s charging network is limited, but it enjoys access to Tesla’s ring of superchargers using a NACS (North American Charging Standard) adapter.

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Kia EV6 GT AWD

Top Speed: 161 mph

The EV6 GT is Kia’s way of shunting sports car performance into an SUV. In base form, the dual-motor powertrain produces 601 hp, but it increases to 641 hp/568 lb-ft for short bursts in certain situations. The Hyundai Motor Group’s E-GMP (Electric Global Modular Platform) underpins various Hyundai and Kia vehicles, including the EV6. The 84-kWh battery comes in handy in the 231-mile driving range, which is solid considering the performance credentials: 0-60 mph in 3.6 seconds and a top speed of 161 mph.

The EV6 GT runs on a sport-tuned suspension with an electronic limited-slip differential to help keep things in check when the road twists and turns. Inside, Kia puts some of its best materials to use, and there is also a curved display and performance seats.

Unique selling points of the 2025 Kia EV6 GT

• Unmatched performance
• Virtual gear shift feature
• Ultra-fast 800-volt charging
• Enhanced range
• Star Map lighting design
• Advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS)
• Next-gen connected car navigation cockpit (ccNC)
• Digital Key 2.0
• Improved ride and handling
• Sporty interior aesthetics

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Porsche Macan Turbo EV

Top Speed: 161 mph

Of course, there’d be a fast Porsche on the list! Here, it’s the Porsche Macan Turbo EV, which embodies the German automaker’s performance legacy, but in electric form. The top speed of 161 mph is pretty high, and the 0-60 mph time of 3.1 seconds is not to be scoffed at, either. This is supported by a dual-motor powertrain that delivers 630 hp and 833 lb-ft, aided by a 100-kWh battery that offers a driving range of 288 miles.

Though the Macan shows its prowess on the open road, always shining when you push a bit more, it does not have the same strengths off-road. Then again, the Macan EV plays to the best parts of the premium game, with the cabin excelling in quality.

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Hyundai Ioniq 5 N

Top Speed: 163 mph

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N is a bit of a different beast. Not because of any strange reasons, but because it manages to merge hot-hatch dynamics with crossover utility. The result, especially at the price, is hand-clapping performance, all while adhering to the practicality demanded of an SUV. The Ioniq 5 N’s dual-motor powertrain offers 601 hp (641 hp/568 lb-ft in N Grin Boost – applicably named), and a top speed of 163 mph. Factor in the 0-60 mph time of 3.3 seconds, and you have a very fast Hyundai.

The curb weight of 4,800 lbs is a lot lighter than some of the SUVs on our list, which means that it’s not as cumbersome in corners. Aiding the SUV’s abilities are track-tuned suspension, synthetic engine sounds (why add it), and torque vectoring. And when you really want to dial up the grin, flick it into Drift mode for proper fun.

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Tesla Model X Plaid

Top Speed: 163 mph

Now the conversation starts getting a bit more serious, because the Tesla Model X Plaid is turning up with wick. With 1,020 hp and 752 lb-ft from its tri-motor setup, this SUV is not to be taken lightly. It cleas the 0-60 mph mark in 2.5 seconds, while the top speed is a solid 163 mph. We are certain that the Model X Plaid can go even faster, but it’s electronically limited at its number.

It’s the quickest car off the line on this list, and is only just edged out in the top speed game by the #1 on our list. The Model X Plaid’s 100-kWh battery offers 335 miles of driving range. It seats up to seven passengers, has a very minimalist interior, and doors that are the falcon-wing type.

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Lotus Eletre 900 Sport Carbon

Top Speed: 165 mph

The Lotus Eletre 900 Sport’s 0-60 mph time of 2.95 seconds is not the quickest here, but the top speed is what we’re after. Topping out at 165 mph also means that it tops out as the #1 car here. The 905 hp and 726 lb-ft are generated by its dual motors, and the 112 kWh battery – the biggest here – is good for a driving range of 255 miles. Unlike many of the SUVs here, the transmission is a two-speed one, not singular.

Perhaps the biggest tradeoff the Eletre R comes with is its weight. At 6,052 lbs, it goes against Lotus’ mantra and ethos of producing low-weight vehicles. Unfortunately, weight is the Achilles’ Heel of all EVs, which might irk some Lotus traditionalists.

FAQs:

What is the fastest electric SUV in the world?

The Lotus Eletre 900 Sport Carbon is the fastest electric SUV in the world. It has a top speed of 165 mph, supported by a dual-motor powertrain that delivers 918 hp and 726 lb-ft.

What is the most powerful electric SUV?

The Tesla Model X Plaid is the most powerful electric SUV globally. It runs on a tri-motor setup delivering 1,020 hp and 752 lb-ft. The Faraday Future FF9, with its 1,050 hp and 1,458 lb-ft tri-motor setup, could claim the title, but it is more station wagon than SUV.

What is the fastest-charging electric SUV?

The Kia EV6 GT is the fastest-charging SUV, recharging its battery from 10-80% in 18 minutes on a 350 kW charger.

What is the fastest AWD EV?

The fastest all-wheel drive (AWD) EV is the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT. It has a top speed of 190 mph. 0-60 mph is cleared in 2.1 seconds.

Sources: BMW, Genesis, Hyundai, Kia, Lotus, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Rivian, Tesla,