Engage in the electrifying voyage to the realm of supercars with the top 16 fastest hybrid cars ever made. Activated with the V6 hybrid and V8 hybrid or even V12 hybrid powertrains, these supercars are some of the fastest cars in the world. Wanna know more about them? Get in deep!
Published March 20, 2024
Automakers are in the race to make the fastest accelerating car or the fastest production car in the world, and certainly, it won't stop at one point only. Many of the top 16 fastest hybrid cars are included among them. With eco-consciousness, these marvels of performance bring a seamless dance of electric and gas power.
The McLaren P1, Porsche 918 Spyder, and Ferrari LaFerrari, collectively known as the "hypercar Holy Trinity" of the previous decade, were among the first to demonstrate how an electric motor and a battery could effectively use surges of electricity to fill gaps in an engine's torque curve and enhance handling with clever torque vectoring.
Not only does the powertrain of these most expensive supercars help them gain full marks in performance, but the aesthetics play a vital role. Some examples of new hybrid supercars are the Ferrari 296 GTB and the McLaren Artura. So, without further ado, here is the list of the top 16 fastest hybrid cars of all time.
For those who are looking for an affordable hybrid supercar, the Acura NSX Type S can be a perfect fit in their garage—the first car on our list. The NSX Type S is fast, but not as fast as some of its competitors. It was ahead in technology, but its performance couldn't match that of rivals like the Audi R8 and the McLaren 570s.
The NSX uses a hybrid setup that allows the engine to power the rear wheels, and there was an electric motor to assist that as well.
However, we’d say that the Acura NSX Type S was always underrated, and it didn’t deserve this kind of ending to its life. Maybe it was slower than some of its competitors, but it handled way better than them when it came to curvy roads.
The steering response was amazing, and the brakes were sharp, giving the driver confidence to brake later than the last lap.
The Acura NSX Type S was priced at a base MSRP of $170,000.
Acura NSX Type S |
Specs |
---|---|
Price |
$170,000 |
Powertrain |
3.5-liter Twin-Turbocharged V6 Hybrid |
Horsepower |
600 hp |
Torque |
492 lb-ft |
Transmission |
9-Speed DCT Automatic |
0-60 MPH |
2.9 seconds |
Top Speed |
191 mph |
The Acura NSX Type S has a twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V6 engine paired with three electric motors, which, in combination, produce 600 HP and 492 lb-ft of torque. It can go from 0-60 MPH in 2.9 seconds and reach a top speed of 191 MPH.
The McLaren Artura is the beginning of a new era of McLaren supercars with a new-age platform that will be seen in future models as well. Unlike most of the McLaren models in the automaker’s lineup, the Artura is powered by a turbo-hybrid powertrain that works as a factor of efficiency as well as performance.
When you get into the Artura, it welcomes you with a silent start, and the EV setup takes care of the initial slow-speed driving. However, that only happens when you have a charged-up battery; otherwise, it’ll start like any other normal ICE car. Acceleration is quite impressive, with a 0-60 time of just 2.9 seconds.
The twin-turbo V6 motor sends power to the rear wheels via an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission, which is pretty quick on its feet.
However, even though it offers some crazy acceleration times and top speed, it has a very comfortable cabin, and the suspension setup is very sophisticated. Obviously, we don’t expect it to perform like an S Class or even a C Class, but it is still very comfortable, compared to some other supercars that come with pure race-spec suspension, which is quite hard to live with.
The McLaren Artura has a base price of $237,500. As of now, if you are looking for the Ferrari 296 GTB or the Audi R8, then I’d suggest you check out the Artura; you might just get one instead of one.
McLaren Artura |
Specs |
---|---|
Price |
$237,500 |
Powertrain |
3.0-liter Twin-Turbocharged V6 Coupled with Electric Motor |
Horsepower |
671 hp |
Torque |
531 lb-ft |
Transmission |
8-Speed DCT Automatic |
0-60 MPH |
2.9 seconds |
Top Speed |
205 mph |
The McLaren Artura has a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 engine paired with an electric motor, which, in combination, produces 671 HP and 531 lb-ft of torque. It can go from 0-60 MPH in 2.9 seconds and reach a top speed of 205 MPH.
The Ferrari 296 GTB is a perfect modern-day supercar that runs on a combination of gasoline and electrons, gets a Ferrari badge, and most importantly, comes in red. With time, the automakers are evolving, and even though Ferrari is known for its V12 and V8 motors, here we have a V6 engine, a highly exceptional type of engine to be used in the Italian supercar.
The Ferrari 296 is available in both coupe and convertible body styles, which are called GTB and GTS, respectively. It uses an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission that connects the powertrain to the rear wheels. The V6 motor in the 296 GTB screams up to 8500 rpm, and shifts are seamless. Even downshifts are super quick, and you’d love to drop gears inside a tunnel, as it matches the revs perfectly and produces a symphony behind the seats.
Right now, the Ferrari 296 GTB is priced at around $342,000, whereas the convertible 296 GTS would cost you about $30,000 more. If you are not a pure Ferrari fan, we’d suggest you check out the McLaren GT and the Porsche 911 Carrera GT3, which might change your mind.
Ferrari 296 GTB |
Specs |
---|---|
Price |
$342,000 |
Powertrain |
3.0-liter Twin-Turbocharged V6 Coupled with Electric Motor |
Horsepower |
819 hp |
Torque |
546 lb-ft |
Transmission |
8-Speed DCT Automatic |
0-60 MPH |
2.9 seconds |
Top Speed |
205 mph |
The Ferrari 296 GTB has a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 engine paired with an electric motor, which, in combination, produces 818 HP and 546 lb-ft of torque. It can go from 0-60 MPH in 2.9 seconds and reach a top speed of 205 MPH.
The next Ferrari on this list is the Ferrari SF90 Stradale. This is not the first Ferrari car to have a hybrid drivetrain, but it is Ferrari’s new Halo model. The SF90 Stradale was named after the 2019 Ferrari F1 car, but it has the suffix "Stradale" (which means street in Italian) with it. The hybrid engine in the SF90 Stradale helps it reach a top speed of 211 mph. It can go 60 mph in 2.0 seconds. The starting price of the Ferrari SF90 Stradale is $511,250.
Ferrari SF90 Stradale |
Specs |
---|---|
Price |
$511,250 |
Powertrain |
4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 and 3 electric motors |
Horsepower |
986 HP |
Torque |
590 lb-ft |
Transmission |
8-speed dual-clutch automatic |
0-60 MPH |
2 seconds |
Top Speed |
211 MPH |
The Ferrari SF90 Stradale has a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 engine that produces 769 HP, and it has three electric motors (one mounted on the transmission and one on each front wheel) that produce a total of 220 HP. The total combined output of the car is 986 HP and 590 lb-ft of torque.
The next fastest hybrid car is the Porsche 918 Spyder. It was the successor to the Carrera GT. The 918 Spyder was Porsche’s second hybrid car after the Panamera, and it is still the fastest car Porsche has ever made, with a top speed of 214 mph. It can also go from 0 to 60 mph in 2.5 seconds.
The value of the Porsche 918 Spyder has increased since its release in 2015, and it is estimated to be around $2 million.
Porsche 918 Spyder |
Specs |
---|---|
Price |
$2,000,000 |
Powertrain |
4.6-liter V8 and 2 electric motors |
Horsepower |
887 HP |
Torque |
944 lb-ft |
Transmission |
7-speed dual-clutch automatic |
0-60 MPH |
2.5 sec |
Top Speed |
214 MPH |
The Porsche 918 Spyder has a naturally aspirated 4.6-liter V8 engine that produces 599 HP, and it has two electric motors (one on each axle) that produce a total of 282 HP. The total combined output of the car is 887 HP and 944 lb-ft of torque.
The next car on this list is the McLaren P1. The P1 was the second car to join the McLaren Ultimate Series (the first being the McLaren F1). It was also a sports coupe that signaled the British automaker’s return to glory.
The P1 was and still is one of the most insane-looking cars of all time, and at the time of its release, it was also one of the most advanced cars with the use of F1 technology such as KERS, which was used to improve efficiency, and DRS (Drag Reduction System), which was used to increase straight-line speed.
The implementation of F1 technology helps the car reach a top speed of 217 mph and go from 0 to 60 mph in 2.5 seconds. A total of 375 examples of the McLaren P1 were built, with the estimated value of one of them being $1.3 million in 2022.
McLaren P1 |
Specs |
---|---|
Price |
$1,500,000 |
Powertrain |
3.8-liter twin-turbocharged V8 and 1 electric motor |
Horsepower |
903 HP |
Torque |
664 lb-ft |
Transmission |
7-speed dual-clutch automatic |
0-60 MPH |
2.5 sec |
Top Speed |
217 MPH |
The McLaren P1 has a twin-turbocharged 3.8-liter V8 engine that produces 727 HP, and it has one electric motor producing 177 HP. The total combined output of the car is 903 HP and 664 lb-ft of torque.
When we think of Aston Martin, hybrid isn’t something that comes to mind. Till now, we’ve seen every Aston Martin model get big V8 or V12 motors under the long bonnet, and Aston Martin supercars are mostly considered grand touring machines rather than track hunters.
However, Aston’s newest baby supercar is going to be a hybrid one that will couple an electric motor with a twin-turbo V8 and produce a whopping 937 horses combined.
Since the Aston Martin Valhalla hasn't been launched yet, we can’t comment on the drive-feel of the car, but from the outside, it looks like the British automaker is now trying to offer a track-ready experience in a road-legal vehicle.
The Aston Martin Valhalla is expected to be priced at around $800,000, as per reports.
Aston Martin Valhalla |
Specs |
---|---|
Price |
$800,000 (estimated) |
Powertrain |
4.0-liter Twin-Turbo V8 Coupled with Electric Motor |
Horsepower |
937 hp |
Torque |
738 lb-ft |
Transmission |
8-Speed DCT Automatic |
0-60 MPH |
2.5 seconds |
Top Speed |
217 mph |
The Aston Martin Valhalla has a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine paired with an electric motor, which, in combination, produces 937 HP and 738 lb-ft of torque. It can go from 0-60 MPH in 2.5 seconds and reach a top speed of 217 MPH.
The Lamborghini Revuelto is a revolutionary product in the bull’s garage. Like most other manufacturers, Lamborghini also decided to go green this time with the replacement of the legendary Aventador, one of the last pure V12 Lamborghinis.
Now, it has become a trend in the flagship supercar segment to have around a thousand horses, and the Revuelto ticks that box very well with the help of its plug-in hybrid powertrains.
One of the major updates that the Aventador needed for almost a decade was the addition of a dual-clutch transmission, and finally, we have a DCT coupled with the V12 motor.
They have launched this beauty, but we haven’t gotten our hands on it. So stay tuned to check out our review once the Revuelto is launched.
The 2024 Lamborghini Revuelto is priced at a base MSRP of just over $600,000, and it will compete with the Ferrari SF90 Stradale.
Lamborghini Revuelto |
Specs |
---|---|
Price |
$604,363 |
Powertrain |
6.5-liter V12 Coupled With A Hybrid Setup |
Horsepower |
1001 hp |
Torque |
739 lb-ft |
Transmission |
8-Speed DCT Automatic |
0-60 MPH |
2.5 seconds |
Top Speed |
217 mph |
The Lamborghini Revuelto has a 6.5-liter naturally aspirated V12 engine coupled with a hybrid setup producing 1001 HP and 739 lb-ft of torque. It can go from 0-60 MPH in 2.5 seconds and reach a top speed of 217 MPH.
Completing the "hypercar Holy Trinity", the Ferrari LaFerrari is the successor to the legendary Ferrari Enzo, and it was the first Ferrari to use a hybrid powertrain. At the time of its release, the LaFerrari was the epitome of Ferrari's engineering prowess.
Not only that, it was also a showcase of just how good a Ferrari can look because the LaFerrari is still one of the most beautiful cars in the world.
The LaFerrari has a top speed of 218 mph and can go from 0 to 60 mph in 2.5 seconds. A total of 499 examples of the LaFerrari were produced, with an additional 210 of the Aperta version being built after it. The value of the base LaFerrari has to increase to $3,350,000, with the Aperta version costing upwards of $5 million.
Ferrari LaFerrari |
Specs |
---|---|
Price |
$3,350,000 - $5,000,000 |
Powertrain |
6.3L V12 and 1 electric motor |
Horsepower |
950 HP |
Torque |
664 lb-ft |
Transmission |
7-speed dual-clutch automatic |
0-60 MPH |
2.5 sec |
Top Speed |
218 MPH |
The Ferrari LaFerrari has a naturally aspirated 6.3L V12 engine that produces 789 HP, and it has one electric motor producing 161 HP. The total combined output of the compact exotic coupe is 950 HP and 664 lb-ft of torque.
The next car on this list is the Mercedes-AMG One. The AMG One, just like the Aston Martin Valkyrie, is aiming to be an F1 car for the road. It was first announced in 2017, and the release of the car kept getting delayed, but the car is now set to enter production this year.
The main reason for the delay was the engine, which is closely related to the Mercedes F1 car. According to Mercedes-AMG boss Philipp Schiemer, adapting an F1-spec engine for road use is not an easy task at all; he has called it the most difficult project he has ever worked on.
The F1-style engine, which can rev up to a ridiculous 11,000 rpm, helps the car reach a top speed of 219 mph and go from 0 to 60 mph in 2.9 seconds. A total of 275 units of the Mercedes-AMG One are planned, and all of them have found an owner for the price of $2.7 million.
Mercedes-AMG One |
Specs |
---|---|
Price |
$2,700,000 |
Powertrain |
1.6-litre turbocharged V6 and 4 electric motor |
Horsepower |
1,049 HP |
Torque |
NA |
Transmission |
7-speed single-clutch automated manual |
0-60 MPH |
2.9 sec |
Top Speed |
219 MPH |
The Mercedes-AMG One has a turbocharged 1.6-liter V6 engine that produces 566 HP. It has four electric motors: a Motor Generator Unit-Kinetic (MGU-K) coupled to the crankshaft, a Motor Generator Unit-Heat (MGU-H) coupled to the turbocharger, and another two electric motors positioned at the front axle.
All of these electric motors combine to produce 483 HP. The total combined output of the car is 1,049 HP. The torque figures are still unknown because of the complex nature of the drivetrain.
The next car on this list is the Lamborghini Sian. While most of the companies in the Volkswagen Group are in the process of electrifying their lineup, Lamborghini has done everything possible to make sure that they continue using their 6.5-liter, naturally aspirated V12 engine. It has reached a point where the company’s first hybrid car, the Lamborghini Sian, uses a supercapacitor instead of a traditional lithium battery pack.
The main purpose of this lighter and more power-dense supercapacitor is to deliver 33 bhp to help smooth out gear changes and fill gaps between upshifts. And the only way to charge this supercapacitor is through regenerative braking.
The unconventional hybrid system in the Sian helps it reach a top speed of 220 mph. It can also go from 0 to 60 mph in 2.5 seconds.
The Sian features a sleek and aerodynamic design, characterized by sharp angles and curves, and a bold appearance that sets it apart from other sports cars. The exterior of Sian is inspired by the aeronautics and aerospace industries, with the front of the car sporting the signature Y-shaped LED headlights, which give the vehicle a fierce and menacing look.
The body of the car is made from lightweight materials and features active aerodynamics, which helps to increase downforce and stability at high speeds. Lamborghini has produced a total of 63 coupes and 19 roadsters, with each of them costing upwards of $3 million.
Lamborghini Sian |
Specs |
---|---|
Price |
$3.6 Million |
Powertrain |
6.5-liter V-12 and 1 electric motor |
Horsepower |
808 HP |
Torque |
531 lb-ft |
Transmission |
7-speed automated manual |
0-60 MPH |
2.5 sec |
Top Speed |
220 MPH |
The Lamborghini Sian has a naturally aspirated 6.5-liter V12 engine that produces 774 HP, and it has one electric motor producing 34 HP. The total combined output of the car is 808 HP and 531 lb-ft of torque.
The car that will most probably break every track record for a road car, the Aston Martin Valkyrie, is the next car on the list. This car was the brainchild of legendary F1 car designer Adrian Newey, who is currently the chief technical officer of the Red Bull Formula One team.
The Aston Martin Valkyrie was made to be like an F1 car for the road. But unlike an actual F1 car, the Valkyrie doesn’t need to comply with any rules or regulations.
This allows the car to reach a top speed of 220 mph and go from 0 to 60 mph in 2.6 seconds.
The car has an estimated starting price of $3 million. A total of 150 Valkyrie Coupes will be built, with 85 examples of the Spyder version also planned.
Aston Martin Valkyrie |
Specs |
---|---|
Price |
$3,000,000 |
Powertrain |
6.5-liter V-12 and 1 electric motor |
Horsepower |
1,139 HP |
Torque |
682 lb-ft |
Transmission |
7-speed single-clutch automatic |
0-60 MPH |
2.6 sec |
Top Speed |
220 MPH |
The Aston Martin Valkyrie has a naturally aspirated 6.5-liter Cosworth V12 engine that produces 1,000 HP, which also makes it the most powerful naturally aspirated engine in the world. The electric motor in the car works like the Kinetic Energy Recovery System (KERS) of a Formula One car, and it has been supplied by the builders of the Rimac Nevera.
The electric motor has an output of 139 HP. Both the V12 engine and the electric motor combine to produce a total output of 1,139 HP and 682 lb-ft of torque.
The Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 was a limited-edition version of the iconic Countach sports car produced by Lamborghini in the late 1980s. The Countach LPI 800-4 was characterized by its aggressive, angular body style, with sharp lines, scissor doors, and a distinctive engine cover with upward-opening "gullwing" hinges.
Even though the new Lamborghini Countach is basically a re-bodied Aventador with its engine coming from the Sian, the Italian manufacturer has done a fantastic job reinterpreting the original's classic design for modern consumers.
The top speed of the Lamborghini Countach is 221 mph, and it can go from 0 to 60 mph in 2.8 seconds.
Only 112 examples of the Lamborghini Countach will be produced, with each of them starting at a price of $2,640,000.
Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 |
Specs |
---|---|
Price |
$2,640,000 |
Powertrain |
6.5-liter V-12 and 1 electric motor |
Horsepower |
802 HP |
Torque |
531 lb-ft |
Transmission |
7-speed automated manual |
0-60 MPH |
2.8 sec |
Top Speed |
221 MPH |
The Lamborghini Countach has a naturally aspirated 6.5-liter V12 engine that produces 770 HP, and it has one electric motor producing 34 HP. The total combined output of the car is 802 HP and 531 lb-ft of torque.
Supercars and hypercars were born with only two seats, and even though some exceptional supercars offer two seats at the back as well (e.g., Nissan GT-R, Porsche 911 Turbo), it is not comfortable at all to seat two adults in there. Plus, there’s barely any boot space for your luggage!
This was a problem that Cristian Von Koenigsegg noticed, and the solution was the Koenigsegg Gemera. A two-door, four-seater that can accommodate proper-sized adults, along with fitting their luggage inside the frunk and the usual trunk.
Now you might think that it has to be slow with a small engine. Well, you’re right, partially; the Koenigsegg Gemera comes with a small 2-liter ICE engine combined with electric motors, which push it from 0 to 60 in a mind-boggling 1.9 seconds.
Koenigsegg Gemera |
Specs |
---|---|
Price |
$1.7 million |
Powertrain |
2.0-liter Twin-Turbocharged V8 Coupled with Electric Motors |
Horsepower |
1700 hp |
Torque |
2581 lb-ft |
Transmission |
Direct Drive |
0-60 MPH |
1.9 seconds |
Top Speed |
249 mph |
The Koenigsegg Gemera has a twin-turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-3 engine paired with electric motors, which, in combination, produce 1700 HP and 2581 lb-ft of torque. It can go from 0-60 MPH in 1.9 seconds and reach a top speed of 249 MPH. The Koenigsegg Gemera is limited to only 300 units, and each of them has a base price of around $1.7 million.
The second-fastest hybrid car on the list is the Koenigsegg Regera. It has a top speed of 250 mph and can go from 0 to 60 mph in 2.8 seconds. It is also the most powerful car on this list, with a combined output of over 1,500 horsepower and over 1,475 lb-ft of torque.
The total power output of the Regera could have been higher, but the electric motor and the engine never achieved peak performance at the same time.
What sets the Regera apart from other hybrid vehicles is the way its power is delivered. Instead of using a conventional transmission, the Regera uses a direct drive system that transmits power directly from the engine to the rear wheels.
This eliminates the need for a gearbox, reduces the weight of the car, and allows for instant acceleration and maximum power delivery with minimal lag. Additionally, Regera's battery system is designed to provide energy recuperation during braking and coasting, which helps to extend the electric-only range and increase overall efficiency.
In terms of design, the Regera is characterized by its sleek, aerodynamic lines and aggressive stance. It features active aerodynamics, such as an adjustable rear wing and active air flaps, which help to increase downforce and stability at high speeds. The estimated value of a Koenigsegg Regera is around $2,000,000.
Koenigsegg Regera |
Specs |
---|---|
Price |
$2,000,000 |
Powertrain |
5.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 and 3-electric motor |
Horsepower |
1,500 HP |
Torque |
1,475 lb-ft |
Transmission |
1-speed fixed gear |
0-60 MPH |
2.8 sec |
Top Speed |
250 MPH |
The Koenigsegg Regera has a twin-turbocharged 5.0-liter V8 engine that produces 1,100 HP. It has three electric motors (one mounted on the crankshaft and two on the rear axle) producing 697 HP. Because the Regera’s electric motor and engine don't produce their maximum power at the same time, the total combined output of the car is 1,500 HP and 1,475 lb-ft of torque.
Here is the fastest hybrid car ever made. Remember the name, McLaren Speedtail? Introduced in 2019 as a successor to the McLaren F1, it is one of the fastest and most technologically advanced cars on the road. It is also a part of the McLaren Ultimate Series.
The Speedtail is a three-seat hypercar that aims to provide the driver and its passengers with ultimate luxury and cross-continental comfort while reaching a mind-blowing top speed of 250 MPH.
One of the most striking features of the Speedtail's exterior design is its highly streamlined body, which is designed to reduce drag and improve high-speed stability. This is achieved through a number of aerodynamic elements, including a flat underbody, a teardrop-shaped cockpit, and a highly aerodynamic rear end.
A total of 106 examples of the McLaren Speedtail are planned, with each of them costing $2,100,000.
McLaren Speedtail |
Specs |
---|---|
Price |
$2,100,000 |
Powertrain |
4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 and 1 electric motor |
Horsepower |
1,036 HP |
Torque |
848 lb-ft |
Transmission |
7-speed dual-clutch automatic |
0-60 MPH |
2.3 sec |
Top Speed |
250 MPH |
The McLaren Speedtail has a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 engine that produces 726 HP, and it has an electric motor that produces 310 HP. The total combined output of the car is 1,036 HP and 848 lb-ft of torque. It can also go from 0-60 MPH in 2.3 seconds.
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