5 New Production Cars That Can Go from 0-60 in Under 5 Seconds – Jalopnik

Car enthusiasts are united in their love for powerful machines. After the debut of a new sports vehicle, enthusiasts want to know the engine power, top speed and of course the 0 to 100 km/h times. This is the fastest 0 to 60 time ever recorded by a production car, the Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170, which reportedly clocked in at less than 2 seconds, although it does have an asterisk.

Traditionally, if you want to get a car from the factory that can accelerate to 100 km/h so quickly, you have to look to European exotics like Ferrari and Lamborghini, to name a few. But over the years, engine designs have continually improved, including incorporating turbocharger technology and delivering more power with greater efficiency.

While exotics still have a hold on this sub-5 second group, a number of newcomers have emerged, using lithium-ion batteries and electric motors and taking full advantage of the instantaneous torque provided by electric powertrains. Although for traditional horsepower purists, there are also some impressive combustion engines that achieve blistering acceleration times in new cars. That said, keep in mind that such factory performance doesn’t come cheap, regardless of what configuration is under the hood.

Even more impressive, however, is the Escalade IQ’s 0-to-60 acceleration time, which the automaker says will fall under 5 seconds. This is possible through Cadillac’s Velocity Max technology, which improves performance at the touch of a button. However, demanding more power will deplete the EV battery charge faster. An SUV of this speed doesn’t come cheap, however, as the base Escalade IQ trim starts at a pricey $130,090.

This blistering acceleration is only possible with the long-range dual-motor configuration, as the single motor offers a quick but less impressive 10.9 seconds to 60 mph. With the dual motor setup, the Polestar 4 generates a muscular 544 horsepower with 506 pound-feet of torque. This model can be yours starting at $52,900, but you’ll have to get used to one of its strange quirks: no rear window. That’s right, instead of a rear window allowing you to see behind the vehicle, there’s a digital rearview mirror, which the automaker has reportedly used to provide more headroom in the backseat.

This output corresponds to an official 0 to 100 km/h time of just over 4 seconds. Although this may be a conservative number considering the automotive industry Car and driver have produced acceleration times of 3.8 seconds during testing. Prices start at $72,900, and the car features 20-inch wheels and massaging front seats, among other features. One of the innovative aspects of this electric car is the more robust 800 volt system, which significantly reduces charging times in some scenarios, taking just over 20 minutes to reach 80% from a 10% charge.

Marketed as a model that harkens back to Maserati’s roots and emphasizes performance and luxury, it can achieve a staggering 0-62mph time of less than 3 seconds. This is helped by keeping the car’s weight to 3,600 pounds, using carbon fiber materials and carbon ceramic brakes. The lightweight design reduces the energy required to move the MCPURA, making better use of the available power. This exciting Italian machine isn’t for everyone, however, as the coupe retails for $246,000, a high barrier to entry.

It’s not just sheer output that sets this Mustang apart, as a project build could incorporate similar engine power with the help of various modifications. The GTD includes many changes, including a carbon fiber body and carbon ceramic brakes. The rear seat of previous versions is also absent in the GTD, significantly reducing weight compared to previous performance model performance. Weight reduction and enormous torque equate to a run from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.8 seconds. Unfortunately, the GTD is not only in limited production, but it also costs almost $330,000, making it attractive to collectors and enthusiasts with deep pockets.