The supercar world has no shortage of jaw-dropping machines, but 2025 is shaping up to be the year where several cars push the envelope farther than ever before. From record-shattering top speeds to insane acceleration, here are the 10 fastest supercars of 2025 that defy limits.
What Counts as “Fastest”
Before we dive into the list, here are the criteria:
- We consider production cars (street-legal, not just concept or track-only specials).
- Speeds are based on verified or reliably projected top speed figures.
- Acceleration figures (0-100 km/h or 0-60 mph) also are considered for context.
- We include both internal combustion engine (ICE), hybrids, and electric vehicles, since EVs are now part of the speed race too.
Top 10 Fastest Supercars in 2025
| Rank | Car | Top Speed* | 0-100 km/h (or 0-60 mph) | Key Features / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Yangwang U9 Xtreme | ≈ 496 km/h (≈ 308.4 mph) Autoweek+2Car and Driver+2 | ~2.36 s (0-100 km/h) Wikipedia+1 | Quad electric motors, “Blade” battery tech, track-focused modifications; limited production run (~30 units) Car and Driver+2Wikipedia+2 | |
| 2. Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut | ~500 km/h / ~310 mph (projected) CARS24+2Prime Insights+2 | ~2.5 s 0-100 km/h CARS24+2CARS24+2 | Low drag design, massive power (~1,600 hp), purpose built for top speed SportCarMan+1 | |
| 3. Hennessey Venom F5 | ~500 km/h / ~311 mph (target/projection) Prime Insights+2CARS24+2 | ~2.6 s (0-100 km/h) CARS24 | One of the most powerful ICE supercars, advanced aerodynamics, pushing ICE to its extremes Motor1.com+1 | |
| 4. Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+ | ~490 km/h / ~304.77 mph (recorded) Prime Insights+2Auto Express+2 | ~2.3 s 0-100 km/h CARS24+1 | Luxury + speed; Bugatti’s engineering prowess, uses W16, luxury finishes with extreme performance evo+1 | |
| 5. SSC Tuatara | ~474 km/h / ~295 mph CARS24+2Prime Insights+2 | ~2.5 s 0-100 km/h CARS24+1 | Designed with jet-fighter aerodynamics, powerful engine combos, very limited numbers supermotersport.com+1 | |
| 6. Bugatti Mistral | ~453 km/h / ~282 mph (approx) CARS24+2Auto Express+2 | ~2.4-2.5 s 0-100 km/h CARS24 | Fastest open-top (convertible) in its class, last of Bugatti’s W16 era with drop-top luxury evo+1 | |
| 7. Aspark Owl SP600 | ~438 km/h / ~273 mph CARS24+1 | Lightning acceleration (one of quickest EVs) CARS24 | Fully electric hypercar, extreme power, pushing EV tech for speed and torque vectoring CARS24 | |
| 8. Rimac Nevera | ~412 km/h / ~258 mph CARS24+2Prime Insights+2 | ~1.85 s 0-100 km/h SportCarMan+2CARS24+2 | One of the fastest EVs in acceleration, advanced electric powertrain, strong contender among non-ICE speed machines SportCarMan+1 | |
| 9. McLaren Speedtail | ~403 km/h / ~250 mph CARS24+1 | ~2.9 s 0-100 km/h CARS24 | Three-seat layout, ultra long tail design for aerodynamics, very exclusive brand heritage CARS24+1 | |
| 10. W Motors Fenyr Supersport | ~400 km/h / ~250 mph Prime Insights+1 | ~2.7 s 0-100 km/h CARS24 | Exotic design, limited production, strong specs; smaller brand but serious engineering CARS24 |
* Top speed figures are a mix of verified runs and claimed/projected figures; actual real-world numbers may vary depending on testing conditions, tires, altitude, etc.
What’s New in 2025
- Electric disruptors are now challenging combustion giants not just in acceleration but in top speed. Yangwang U9 Xtreme sets a new benchmark.
- Hybrid & ICE performance are still evolving. Makers like Koenigsegg, Bugatti, and Hennessey keep pushing aerodynamics, power output, and materials.
- Open-top record: The Bugatti Mistral is among the fastest convertibles/wind-in-your-hair supercars on the list.
How Real Are These Speeds?
There’s often a difference between claimed/projected top speed vs verified runs. Some cars aim at theoretical top speeds (using very ideal test tracks), others have actually been tested in real conditions. Factors like air density, track length, tires, gearing, and safety concerns can limit what’s achievable.
Why These Cars Matter
- They represent cutting-edge engineering: lightweight materials, advanced aerodynamics, powertrain innovation (especially in EVs).
- They push what’s possible and drive broader innovation in automotive tech (for safety, efficiency, battery tech, etc.).
- They feed the dream: even if most of us never drive at 300+ mph, they inspire and move the automotive world forward.
1. Yangwang U9 Xtreme — 496 km/h (308 mph)
China surprises the world again — the Yangwang U9 Xtreme has reportedly achieved nearly 500 km/h, making it the fastest production supercar of 2025.
- Type: Electric Hypercar
- Power: 1,287 hp (quad electric motors)
- Acceleration: 0–100 km/h in just 2.36 s
- Top Speed: 496 km/h (308 mph)
This EV masterpiece features advanced aerodynamics and BYD’s “Blade Battery” technology, offering instant torque and astonishing stability even at extreme speeds.
🏁 The U9 proves electric hypercars are no longer the future — they’re the present.
🏎️ 2. Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut — 500 km/h (Projected)
The Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut is designed with one purpose: to break every top-speed record ever set.
- Type: Twin-Turbo V8 (ICE)
- Power: 1,600 hp
- Acceleration: 0–100 km/h in 2.5 s
- Top Speed: ~500 km/h (projected)
Koenigsegg claims this machine is “the fastest car we will ever build.” With a drag coefficient of just 0.278 and a 9-speed “Light Speed Transmission,” it’s engineered purely for velocity.
🔥 3. Hennessey Venom F5 — 500 km/h (Claimed)
Texas-based Hennessey Performance continues to push limits with the Venom F5 — an American-built monster.
- Type: 6.6L Twin-Turbo V8
- Power: 1,817 hp
- Top Speed: 500 km/h (claimed)
- Acceleration: 0–100 km/h in 2.6 s
Built from carbon fiber and powered by the legendary “Fury” engine, the Venom F5 aims to dethrone Bugatti and Koenigsegg alike.
🚀 If muscle cars went to space — this would be the shuttle.
🐉 4. Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+ — 490 km/h
Bugatti — the name that defines hyper-luxury and high speed — set the world buzzing when the Chiron Super Sport 300+ broke the 300 mph barrier.
- Engine: 8.0L Quad-Turbo W16
- Power: 1,577 hp
- Top Speed: 490 km/h
- Acceleration: 0–100 km/h in 2.3 s
Only 30 units were made, each combining French craftsmanship and German precision. This model redefined the meaning of elegance at 300 mph.
🏁 5. SSC Tuatara — 474 km/h
The SSC Tuatara from America made headlines for its controversial yet stunning speed runs.
- Type: Twin-Turbo V8
- Power: 1,750 hp
- Top Speed: 474 km/h (verified in later tests)
- Acceleration: 0–100 km/h in 2.5 s
Designed with aerospace-grade aerodynamics, the Tuatara proves independent car makers can challenge industry giants.
💨 6. Bugatti Mistral — 453 km/h
Meet the fastest convertible in the world — the Bugatti Mistral.
- Engine: 8.0L W16 (same as Chiron)
- Power: 1,600 hp
- Top Speed: 453 km/h
- Acceleration: 0–100 km/h in 2.4 s
Named after the strong French wind, this open-roof hypercar gives you pure adrenaline and luxury at the same time.
🌬️ When luxury meets the storm — Mistral roars to life.
⚙️ 7. Aspark Owl SP600 — 438 km/h
Japan’s Aspark Owl is an electric marvel that broke multiple records for EV speed.
- Power: 1,985 hp (electric)
- 0–100 km/h: ~1.7 s
- Top Speed: 438 km/h
Built with lightweight carbon fiber, it’s a silent assassin in the speed wars, proving electric power can outpace tradition.
⚡ 8. Rimac Nevera — 412 km/h
Croatia’s pride — the Rimac Nevera — remains a benchmark for electric performance.
- Type: 4 Electric Motors
- Power: 1,914 hp
- Top Speed: 412 km/h
- Acceleration: 0–100 km/h in 1.85 s
It’s not only fast — it’s one of the smartest cars ever built, using AI-based torque vectoring for precision handling.
🏎️ 9. McLaren Speedtail — 403 km/h
Inspired by McLaren’s legendary F1, the Speedtail brings aerodynamic perfection to the modern era.
- Type: Hybrid (V8 + Electric)
- Power: 1,036 hp
- Top Speed: 403 km/h
- Acceleration: 0–100 km/h in 2.9 s
The 3-seat layout and smooth, teardrop design make this car both futuristic and iconic.
🐆 10. W Motors Fenyr Supersport — 400 km/h
Dubai’s W Motors — famous for the Lykan Hypersport — created another masterpiece: the Fenyr Supersport.
- Engine: 3.8L Twin-Turbo Flat-6
- Power: 800 hp
- Top Speed: 400 km/h
- 0–100 km/h: 2.7 s
It’s exotic, rare, and dripping with Middle-Eastern opulence — the definition of beauty meeting performance.
🌍 The Rise of Electric Supercars
In 2025, the battle between electric and fuel-powered supercars is closer than ever.
Electric hypercars like Yangwang U9 and Rimac Nevera prove that instant torque and smart energy management can compete — and sometimes even beat — traditional combustion engines.
Meanwhile, legends like Koenigsegg and Bugatti are experimenting with hybrid systems, blending the best of both worlds.
The future of speed isn’t one technology — it’s a fusion of power, design, and intelligence.
🧠 What Makes a Car Truly “Fast”?
Speed isn’t only about horsepower — it’s also about:
- Aerodynamic drag reduction
- Tire grip and rolling resistance
- Weight distribution and stability
- Transmission ratios and gear efficiency
That’s why cars like the Jesko Absolut focus on minimizing drag, while EVs like the Nevera rely on perfect torque distribution.
Final Thoughts
2025 is proving to be a turning point: electric supercars are no longer just about acceleration; they’re aiming for the fastest titles too. Yet, ICE and hybrids still have a strong place in the speed hierarchy. As technology advances, we may see new names and records. Keep your eyes on upcoming models from smaller boutique makers — they often surprise us.
