Forget everything you know about hybrids. For too long, these vehicles have been defined by their fuel efficiency and quiet operation. But a new era has arrived, where hybrid technology is being used not for saving gas, but for producing mind-bending, record-shattering horsepower.
From track-focused hypercars to luxurious grand tourers, today’s hybrids are the new kings of performance. This guide ranks the most powerful hybrid cars on the planet by horsepower, proving that the future of speed is electrified.
10. Mercedes-AMG S 63 E Performance: 791 hp

Engine | 4.0L twin-turbo V8 + 1 electric motor |
Horsepower | 791 hp (Combined) |
Torque | 1,055 lb-ft (Combined) |
0–60 mph | 3.3 seconds |
Top Speed | 180 mph (290 km/h) |
Transmission | 9-speed multi-clutch |
Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive (AWD) |
Production Volume | Series production |
Price | Starting from ~$187,350 USD |
The S 63 E Performance takes the familiar S-Class luxury formula and injects it with supercar pace. Under the hood sits a 4.0L twin-turbo V8, paired with a rear-mounted electric motor, delivering a monstrous 791 hp and 1,055 lb-ft of torque. The result? A 0–60 sprint in just 3.3 seconds from a car that can still waft in near silence on short electric trips.
AMG didn’t just chase numbers. A compact, high-output battery is tuned for rapid power bursts, while rear-axle steering and active roll stabilization help disguise its size. The exterior tweaks are understated—larger wheels, AMG’s Panamericana grille, and subtle aero changes—leaving most of the drama for the throttle pedal.
It’s less flamboyant than an exotic, but that’s the appeal: you get limo-grade comfort with the ability to embarrass supercars. As AMG’s first hybrid S-Class, it signals where performance luxury is headed—brutal speed delivered with a greenish tint of conscience.
9. Mercedes-AMG SL 63 S E Performance: 805 hp

Engine | 4.0L twin-turbo V8 + 1 electric motor |
Horsepower | 805 hp (Combined) |
Torque | 1,047 lb-ft (Combined) |
0–60 mph | 2.8 seconds |
Top Speed | 196 mph (316 km/h) |
Transmission | 9-speed multi-clutch |
Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive (AWD) |
Production Volume | Series production |
Price | Starting from ~$207,000 USD |
The SL 63 S E Performance is the most powerful SL Roadster ever, combining a 4.0L twin-turbo V8 with a rear-mounted electric motor for 805 hp and 1,047 lb-ft. Its hybrid “P3” system ensures instant torque and balanced weight, pushing it to 60 mph in just 2.8 seconds.
Standard AWD and rear-axle steering give it agility rare for a luxury roadster, while active aerodynamics boost stability at speed. Styling stays classic SL with modern performance touches like a speed-sensitive spoiler and underbody aero elements.
Inside, it’s still a luxurious drop-top GT, but now one capable of hypercar numbers. As AMG’s first hybrid SL, it blends heritage with electrified performance in a way that will resonate with both drivers and collectors.
8. Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance: 831 hp

Engine | 4.0L twin-turbo V8 + 1 electric motor |
Horsepower | 831 hp (Combined) |
Torque | 1,084 lb-ft (Combined) |
0–60 mph | 2.9 seconds |
Top Speed | 196 mph (316 km/h) |
Transmission | 9-speed multi-clutch |
Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive (AWD) |
Production Volume | Series production |
Price | Starting from ~$195,000 USD |
The GT 63 S E Performance is AMG’s first performance hybrid and the halo of the GT 4-Door lineup. Its 4.0L twin-turbo V8 and rear-axle electric motor combine for 831 hp and 1,084 lb-ft, good for 0–60 mph in 2.9 seconds. Inspired by F1 technology, the hybrid system delivers instant torque, balanced handling, and serious efficiency in power delivery.
It looks restrained for its speed, with only hybrid badging and a discreet charge port hinting at its abilities. With luxury sedan practicality and supercar acceleration, it’s often called a “sleeper.” As AMG’s first true performance hybrid, it marks a pivotal moment in the brand’s history and will be remembered as the car that launched AMG into the electrified era.
7. Ferrari 296 Speciale / Speciale A: 880 hp

Engine | 3.0L twin-turbo V6 + 1 electric motor |
Horsepower | 868 hp (Combined) |
Torque | 557 lb-ft (Combined) |
0–60 mph | 2.7 seconds |
Top Speed | 206 mph (332 km/h) |
Transmission | 8-speed dual-clutch |
Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) |
Production Volume | Limited (Specific numbers not officially released, but all sold out) |
Price | Est. from ~$450,000 USD |
Ferrari’s 296 Speciale and Speciale A take the already blistering 296 GTB and sharpen it into a track-focused machine. A twin-turbo 3.0L V6 and electric motor deliver 868 hp, making it Ferrari’s most powerful rear-drive model to date.
Weight-saving measures and redesigned internals improve responsiveness, while an “Extra Boost” function from the hybrid system delivers surges of power on demand. Aerodynamic upgrades, including a fixed rear wing, increase downforce by 20% for sharper circuit performance.
Design tweaks signal its motorsport focus without straying from Ferrari elegance. With production limited to Ferrari’s most loyal clients and already sold out, these models are instant collector’s pieces. They stand as proof that Ferrari’s hybrid future can still honor its hardcore “Speciale” lineage.
6. Lamborghini Temerario: 907 hp

Engine | 4.0L twin-turbo V8 + 3 electric motors |
Horsepower | 907 hp (Combined) |
Torque | 730 lb-ft (Combined) |
0–60 mph | 2.7 seconds |
Top Speed | 213 mph (343 km/h) |
Transmission | 8-speed dual-clutch (DCT) |
Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive (AWD) |
Production Volume | Series production |
Price | Est. from ~$390,000 USD |
The Lamborghini Temerario succeeds the Huracán and debuts as the brand’s first hybrid V8 supercar. Its all-new 4.0L twin-turbo V8 revs to 10,000 rpm and works with three electric motors for a combined 907 hp.
The hybrid layout kills turbo lag and enables precise AWD torque vectoring, giving the car both brutal speed and fine control. Acceleration to 60 mph takes just 2.7 seconds, with a top speed of 213 mph.
The design stays true to Lamborghini tradition with a wedge profile, hexagonal lighting, and a futuristic triple-screen cockpit. It balances everyday usability with extreme performance, broadening Lamborghini’s appeal. As the brand’s final hybrid rollout step and Huracán replacement, the Temerario is already shaping up as a long-term icon.
5. Lamborghini Revuelto: 1,001 hp

Engine | 6.5L naturally aspirated V12 + 3 electric motors |
Horsepower | 1,001 hp (Combined) |
Torque | 534 lb-ft (Combined) |
0–60 mph | 2.5 seconds |
Top Speed | 217 mph (350 km/h) |
Transmission | 8-speed dual-clutch |
Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive (AWD) |
Production Volume | Series production; waitlist extends years |
Price | Starting from ~$604,000 USD |
The Revuelto ushers Lamborghini’s V12 flagship into the hybrid age with 1,001 hp from a naturally aspirated 6.5L V12 and three electric motors. The hybrid setup adds AWD torque vectoring, EV capability, and regenerative braking while retaining the drama of a screaming 814-hp V12. A 0–60 mph sprint in 2.5 seconds and a 217-mph top speed make it Lamborghini’s fastest road car yet.
Aerodynamics are advanced, but design cues still nod to classics like the Countach with sharp angles and Y-shaped lighting. Its exposed V12 under glass is pure theater. Demand already stretches years ahead, ensuring scarcity and desirability. As the Aventador’s successor and Lamborghini’s first V12 plug-in hybrid, the Revuelto is a defining supercar of the electrified era.
4. Ferrari SF90 XX Stradale / Spider: 1,016 hp

Engine | 4.0L twin-turbo V8 + 3 electric motors |
Horsepower | 1,016 hp |
Torque | 593 lb-ft (combined) |
0–60 mph | 2.3 seconds |
Top Speed | 199 mph (320 km/h) |
Transmission | 8-speed dual-clutch |
Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive (AWD) |
Production Volume | Limited to 799 units (Stradale), 599 units (Spider) |
Price | Est. from ~$840,000 USD (Stradale), ~$930,000 (Spider) |
The SF90 XX is Ferrari’s first road-legal model from its hardcore XX program, typically reserved for track-only cars. Based on the SF90 Stradale, it ups power to 1,016 hp via enhanced electric motors and a hotter twin-turbo V8. A fixed rear wing—the first on a Ferrari since the F50—adds major downforce, while unique software delivers “Extra Boost” power bursts.
It rockets to 60 mph in 2.3 seconds, with handling honed for track precision. The design makes its race-bred intent obvious, yet it retains daily drivability. Production is capped at 799 Stradales and 599 Spiders, all quickly claimed by top clients. With extreme rarity and performance, the SF90 XX is already cemented as a modern Ferrari legend.
3. Mercedes-AMG One: 1,063 hp

Engine | 1.6L turbocharged V6 + 4 electric motors |
Horsepower | 1,063 hp |
Torque | Not officially disclosed (complex drivetrain) |
0–60 mph | 2.9 seconds |
Top Speed | 219 mph (352 km/h) |
Transmission | 7-speed automated manual |
Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive (AWD) |
Production Volume | Limited to 275 units |
Price | ~$2.72 million USD |
The AMG One translates Formula 1 engineering into a road car more directly than anything before it. Its 1.6L turbo V6 comes straight from Mercedes’ F1 program, paired with four electric motors for a combined 1,063 hp. The setup includes one motor in the turbo to kill lag, two up front for AWD, and one on the crankshaft, allowing the V6 to scream to 11,000 rpm.
It sprints to 60 mph in 2.9 seconds and reaches 219 mph. Aerodynamics mirror F1 tech with active aero, fender louvers, and DRS on the rear wing. Limited to 275 units, each costing $2.7M, it’s as much a technological statement as a hypercar. The AMG One will stand as one of the closest road-going links to Formula 1 ever built.
2. Aston Martin Valhalla: 1,064 hp

Engine | 4.0L twin-turbo V8 + 3 electric motors |
Horsepower | 1,064 hp |
Torque | 811 lb-ft (Combined) |
0–60 mph | 2.5 seconds |
Top Speed | 217 mph (350 km/h) |
Transmission | 8-speed dual-clutch (DCT) |
Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive (AWD) |
Production Volume | Limited to 999 units |
Price | Est. from ~$800,000 USD |
The Valhalla is Aston Martin’s first true mid-engine hybrid supercar, drawing heavily from Formula 1 technology. Its flat-plane crank 4.0L twin-turbo V8 and three electric motors combine for 1,064 hp and 811 lb-ft. Performance is staggering, with a 0–60 mph run in 2.5 seconds and a 217-mph top speed.
Advanced aerodynamics, including a 600-kg-downforce active rear wing, underline its focus on circuit performance. F1-style pushrod suspension further emphasizes engineering depth. Yet the Valhalla still carries Aston’s design elegance, offering a balance between raw capability and beauty. Limited to 999 units, it’s destined to become a centerpiece of Aston’s modern era.
1. Koenigsegg Gemera: 2,300 hp

Engine | 5.0L twin-turbo V8 “Hot V8” + “Dark Matter” e-motor |
Horsepower | 2,300 hp (Combined) |
Torque | 2,028 lb-ft (Combined) |
0–60 mph | 1.9 seconds (est.) |
Top Speed | 249 mph (400 km/h) (electronically limited) |
Transmission | 9-speed Light Speed Tourbillon Transmission (LSTT) |
Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive (AWD) with torque vectoring |
Production Volume | Limited to 300 units |
Price | Starting from ~$2 million USD |
The Gemera redefines the hypercar as the world’s first “Mega-GT,” offering room for four adults and luggage alongside mind-bending performance. A 5.0L twin-turbo V8, derived from the Jesko, pairs with Koenigsegg’s “Dark Matter” e-motor to produce an unmatched 2,300 hp and 2,028 lb-ft.
It rockets to 60 mph in under two seconds and hits 249 mph. The new 9-speed Light Speed Tourbillon Transmission channels power with near-seamless shifts.
Despite the family-friendly layout, it retains signature Koenigsegg details like single-hinge “dihedral synchro-helix” doors and advanced torque-vectoring AWD. Only 300 will be built, all spoken for by collectors. As the first true four-seat hypercar, the Gemera is both practical and outrageous—a fitting crown jewel of the hybrid era.