The World’s Fastest EV: 10 Jaw-Dropping Rimac Nevera Facts
The Rimac Nevera is an electric hypercar with performance so extreme that it makes the Tesla Model S Plaid seem tame in comparison.
Rimac is a Croatian company, and its focus is on developing extreme-performance electric vehicles as well as selling its EV technology to other companies. The Nevera is a product of the company’s relentless pursuit of performance.
Let’s check out some of the coolest Rimac Nevera facts!
1. Rimac Is a Croatian Company
Rimac is a Croatian company, so it comes from a country with no real tradition of manufacturing automobiles, and this makes its existence and success even more impressive—especially since it was only founded in 2009. Its headquarters are in a former mall in Zagreb and the company employs approximately 1,300 people across its different offices.
Mate Rimac is the company’s CEO, and he is one of the most influential young leaders in the automotive scene. Rimac also develops software solutions, EV tech and components, and autonomous technology for other automakers.
2. Holds the EV Top Speed Record (258 Mph)
The Rimac Nevera set a record for the world’s fastest production electric vehicle when it achieved a top speed of 258 mph at the Automotive Testing Papenburgtrack, which is located in Germany. The record-setting driver behind the wheel of the Nevera was Miro Zrnčević, who is the company’s Chief Test and Development Driver.
Of note is that the Nevera was equipped with road-legal Michelin Cup 2R tires while it completed the record-setting run, which shows how accessible the Nevera’s performance is. The Nevera’s top speed is limited to 219 mph during normal everyday use, but customers can access the full 258 mph top speed under the close supervision of Rimac during customer events.
3. Four Motors Deliver Incredible Performance and Control
Performance EVslike the Tesla Model S Plaid and theultra-quick Lucid Air Sapphireboth use three electric motors, but the Rimac beats them both with four motors. Its intelligent All-Wheel Torque Vectoring system (R-AWTV) allows each electric motor to send the exact amount of power needed to each individual wheel, endowing the Nevera with unparalleled performance and control.
This system also allows you to tailor the car’s behavior dramatically by tweaking the multitudinous driving modes. With a few quick taps of the screen, you may turn the Nevera into whatever you desire, like a grippy track-focused machine, a drift monster, or a docile and predictable road car.
4. Generates 1,914 Horsepower for Extreme Performance
The Rimac Nevera makes 1,914 horsepower and 2,360 Nm (1,740 lb-ft) of torque from its epic quad-motor electric drivetrain, making it one of the most powerful road vehicles ever. Even the mighty Bugatti Chiron’s 1,500 horsepower pales in comparison to the Nevera’s near 2,000 horsepower output.
In the world of hypercars, bragging rights are super important, and boasting close to 2,000 horsepower is more than enough reason to brag.
5. 304-Mile Range on a Full Battery
If you thought that the Rimac Nevera was an impractical hypercar with a diminutive range, you’re absolutely wrong. According to the Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicles Test Procedure (WLTP), the Rimac posted 304 miles of range during testing. This is quite impressive for such a powerful vehicle that’s so focused on extreme performance, and it comes courtesy of its large 120 kWh battery pack and its aerodynamic shape.
6. 0 to 60 mph Acceleration in 1.85 Seconds
The Rimac Nevera is one of the fastest-accelerating production cars, with an insane 0 to 60 mph time of 1.85 seconds. Electric cars have taken over the acceleration wars in recent years, and thanks to the instant torque of electric motors, this trend doesn’t seem to be stopping any time soon.
The Rimac Nevera can also accelerate from 0 to 180 mph in 9.3 seconds, which is faster than the time it takes many cars to reach 60 mph from a standstill.
7. Carbon Fiber Monocoque Construction for Increased Rigidity
The Nevera has a carbon fiber-intensive construction. The car is based around a carbon fiber monocoque chassis (which means the structural shell of the vehicle is made out of this durable yet lightweight material). There’s also a carbon fiber subframe, and the battery pack is structurally integrated into the monocoque for added torsional rigidity, safety, and performance.
Carbon fiber is a lightweight composite material used as a lighter alternative to steel or aluminum. It’s made by layering woven layers of carbon over one another and then bonding them together with resin. The result is exceptionally strong and rigid, providing the Rimac Nevera with many advantages that translate to increased performance, efficiency, and range.
8. Super-Fast 500 kW Max Charging Rate
The Rimac Nevera needs a lot of juice, so it has a big 120 kW battery, which it needs to charge at extreme speeds. Thanks to its 800-volt architecture, Nevera can replenish its big battery from 10% to 80% in 19 minutes using a 500 kW charger.
With a more commonly available 350 kW charger, the time spent recharging from 0% to 80% is only 25 minutes. So, even if you can’t find a 500 kW charger, the Rimac Nevera will have you back on the road in no time with its ultra-fast charging capabilities.
9. Pinnifarina Battista Hypercar Is Based on the Rimac Nevera
The Pinnifarina Battista is an Italian hypercar based on the Rimac Nevera, which means that important components like the electric powertrain, the structural battery pack, and the carbon fiber monocoque are all supplied by Rimac.
Does this mean that the Pinnifarina is simply a Rimac with an Italian suit on? Well, not quite. Rimac does supply all the important bits, but the exterior of the Pinnifarina is unique and arguably more attractive than the Nevera. The interior also adds unique touches and plenty of Italian flair that you may feel is missing from the Rimac’s interior.
10. The Nevera Is Named After a Storm
The Rimac Nevera is an incredibly explosive vehicle that can outperform most dedicated race cars. The Croatian hypercar’s name originates from the name given to incredibly quick and powerful storms that can brew off the Croatian coast in the Mediterranean Sea.
The world’s quickest-accelerating vehicle deserves a name that honors its legendary performance, and the Nevera moniker is exactly that.
The Rimac Nevera Is an Automobile Unlike Any Before It
The Rimac Nevera is a game changer because it proves that electric vehicles can outperform traditional supercars, and this is definitely a good sign for gearheads the world over.
Many people thought electric powertrains would dull the fun of fast cars, but extreme EVs like the Rimac Nevera prove that electrification can actually improve sporty cars. The Rimac Nevera’s numbers are so ridiculous that they can even compete with the performance estimates Tesla put out for its ultra-powerful Roadster 2.0.
These are two of the quickest cars on the planet and they’re both electric. Let’s assess which comes out victorious.
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