Discover the Fastest 10 Electric Cars to Charge with Lotus Eletre Leading the Pack

Charging speed has become a decisive factor when comparing electric cars, shaping how comfortable long journeys can be and minimizing downtime on the road. Instead of waiting for hours, rapid charging technology now allows drivers to add hundreds of kilometers in just minutes. The British newspaper The Independent tested several leading electric cars to reveal the top ten fastest in charging, with Lotus EletreUAE Lotus EletreBahrain Lotus EletreKSA Lotus EletreKuwait Lotus EletreOman Lotus EletreQatar Lotus Eletre taking the crown and proving the strength of British innovation in this field.

Lotus Eletre the Fastest of Them All

LotusUAE LotusBahrain LotusKSA LotusKuwait LotusOman LotusQatar Lotus Eletre impressed not only with its bold design and powerful performance but also with its groundbreaking charging capabilities that redefine convenience for EV owners.

• Maximum charging capacity on public stations: 350 kW

• Up to 402 kW when using the brand’s dedicated 450 kW chargers

• Charging from 10% to 80% in just 20 minutes

• Adds 120 km of range in only 5 minutes

• Reduced 10% to 80% charging time to 14 minutes when using a 400 kW charger

• Dual electric motors producing a combined 905 hp

• Peak torque of 985 Nm

• Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in under 3 seconds

With these figures, the Eletre sets itself at the top of the global competition, becoming a true icon for enthusiasts who demand performance and ultra fast charging. It stands out as a highly appealing choice for long distance driving across Saudi Arabia and the UAE.

Audi and Porsche in Direct Competition

The Audi eBahrain Audi EEgypt Audi EKSA Audi EKuwait Audi EOman Audi EQatar Audi EUAE Audi E-tron GT secured second place thanks to the 2024 updates that boosted its charging capabilities:

• Maximum charging capacity: 320 kW (up from 270 kW)

• Charging time from 10% to 80%: 18 minutes

The Porsche TaycanUAE Porsche TaycanBahrain Porsche TaycanEgypt Porsche TaycanKSA Porsche TaycanKuwait Porsche TaycanQatar Porsche TaycanOman Porsche Taycan came in third with the same upgraded specs:

• Maximum charging capacity: 320 kW

• Charging time from 10% to 80%: 18 minutes (compared to 22 minutes previously)

Meanwhile, the AudiUAE AudiKSA AudiEgypt AudiQatar AudiOman AudiBahrain AudiKuwait Audi Q6 e-tron ranked fourth, relying on its advanced 800 volt architecture:

• Maximum charging capacity: 270 kW using 350 kW chargers

• Charging time from 10% to 80%: 21 minutes

• Bank Charging technology that splits the battery into two 400 volt packs, enabling parallel charging at 135 kW each

Maserati GranCabrio Folgore and Italian Performance

In fifth place comes the MaseratiUAE MaseratiBahrain MaseratiEgypt MaseratiKSA MaseratiKuwait MaseratiOman MaseratiQatar Maserati GranCabrio Folgore, the world’s first fully electric four seat convertible.

• 800 volt architecture

• Maximum charging capacity: 270 kW

• Charging time to 80 percent: around 20 to 25 minutes

• Impressive performance: 0 to 100 km/h in just 2.8 seconds

Maserati has proven its ability to combine Italian luxury with thrilling sports car performance, while offering fast charging capabilities that rival the biggest global brands.

The Rest of the Global Ranking

The top ten list of fastest charging EVs is completed as follows:

• Sixth place: Porsche Macan Electric

• Seventh place: Hyundai Ioniq 5

• Eighth place: Kia EV6

• Ninth place: Polestar 3

• Tenth place: Volvo EX90

This order highlights the intense competition among leading automakers to shorten charging times, a step that further supports EV adoption in the GCC as buyers look for models that balance performance, luxury, and the convenience of ultra fast charging.