The Ultimate Showdown: Speed and Braking Tests of Top Electric Vehicles

The automotive world is witnessing a thrilling evolution with electric vehicles (EVs) taking center stage. Known for their efficiency and ease of driving, EVs pack an alluring punch with instant torque and high power outputs. A recent test conducted by a team in China aimed to identify the fastest mass-market electric vehicle currently available, putting ten formidable contenders through rigorous acceleration and braking tests.

The participants in this electrifying showdown included a mix of well-known and emerging models from reputable manufacturers. The test lineup featured: Neo ET7, XPeng P7 (marketed as P7i in China), Arcfox Alpha S, Tesla Model 3 Performance, Porsche Taycan Turbo, Audi RS e-tron GT, Tesla Model S Plaid, Zeekr 001 FR, Lotus Eletre R+, and the newly launched Zeekr 007. All vehicles were charged to 80% and prepped according to manufacturer guidelines before the tests commenced.

Despite the chilled air temperature of approximately 0°C, which could potentially affect performance, consistent conditions were maintained throughout the testing. Each vehicle had a measuring device installed to ensure precision in results.

Here's a detailed overview of the participating vehicles, their power outputs, and their manufacturer-quoted 0-100 km/h times:

Vehicle	Power	Claimed 0-100 km/h time
Zeekr 001 FR	930 kW	2.02 s
Tesla Model S Plaid	760 kW	2.1 s
Zeekr 007	468 kW	2.84 s
Lotus Eletre R+	675 kW	2.95 s
Porsche Taycan Turbo	500 kW	3.2 s
Audi RS e-tron GT	475 kW	3.3 s
Tesla Model 3 Performance	377 kW	3.3 s
Arcfox Alfa S	487 kW	3.5 s
Nio ET7	480 kW	3.8 s
XPeng P7	348 kW	3.9 s

In the actual tests, the Zeekr 001 FR exhibited a remarkable lead over the Tesla Model S Plaid, maintaining a consistent edge beyond what the official figures indicated, even though neither vehicle perfectly fulfilled its claimed acceleration times. Notably, the Zeekr 007 followed closely behind in third place, with the Lotus Eletre R+ trailing just behind it.

The Audi RS e-tron GT stood out, achieving its advertised acceleration time and outpacing the Porsche Taycan Turbo, which fell short on paper. Meanwhile, the Nio ET7 impressively matched its claimed acceleration time, securing an eighth-place finish, while significantly increasing the gap to the tenth-placed XPeng P7.

In the braking tests, the Zeekr 001 FR showcased extraordinary performance, surpassing the second-place Audi RS e-tron GT by a significant margin of 2.5 meters. This establishes the Zeekr as a formidable contender with impressive sports car-like credentials. Meanwhile, the XPeng P7, Lotus Eletre R+, and Zeekr 007 closely followed the Audi, forming a capable group, though their stopping distances weren't quite track-ready.

Tesla Model 3 Performance, Porsche Taycan Turbo, and ArcFox Alfa S required over 39 meters for a complete stop, raising questions about their braking efficiencies relative to their performance promises.

The braking test of the Tesla Model S Plaid took an unexpected turn when a malfunction with its Track Package resulted in all four brakes locking, forcing the driver to maneuver off-course. Fortunately, no accidents occurred, but the tires sustained notable damage.

Source (Chinese)