Traditional supercar standards, long dominated by Italian and German marques, are now being challenged by a new generation of electric hypercars. Models like the Yangwang U9, Lotus Evija, Pininfarina Battista, and Rimac Nevera have established an entirely new category that redefines speed and power.
Joining this exclusive club of extraordinary speed is a remarkable contender from Japan: the Aspark Owl Roadster. This open-top electric hypercar demonstrates that innovative engineering and extreme performance can stand at the forefront of automotive excellence.
The Aspark Owl Roadster’s performance numbers are astonishing—more like science fiction than a street-legal vehicle. Powered by four independent electric motors, it delivers a combined output of 1,953 horsepower and 1,920 Nm of instantaneous torque.
It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in a blistering 1.78 seconds and reaches 300 km/h in just 9.74 seconds. This phenomenal speed places the Owl among the fastest road-legal cars worldwide. While it outpaces the Rimac Nevera from 0 to 100 km/h, it trails slightly in the 0 to 300 km/h sprint. Removing the roof was a strategic move, making the Owl the fastest electric roadster globally, with only the MG Cyberster as a rival—excluding the unique Pininfarina Barchetta B95.
The Owl Roadster has a theoretical top speed of 413 km/h, though it’s electronically limited to 350 km/h for road use. Even at this capped speed, drivers experience a breathtaking rush, with the surrounding world folding into a blur. Despite ignoring the 3,000-horsepower Yangwang U9 Xtreme in its positioning, and although the Rimac Nevera R has a higher official top speed at 431 km/h, the Owl excels in delivering unparalleled acceleration combined with the exhilaration of an open cockpit.
Beneath its sleek design, the Owl shares its advanced carbon monocoque chassis with its closed-roof counterpart, providing exceptional rigidity and lightness. Despite housing a robust 69.0 kWh battery pack, the Roadster weighs a competitive 1,900 kg.
The suspension employs a specialized double-wishbone setup, allowing adjustable ride height between 80 mm and 160 mm to suit track aggression or comfortable cruising. Stopping power comes courtesy of carbon-ceramic brakes with massive 10-piston calipers at the front, essential for taming nearly 2,000 horsepower.
Active aerodynamics, including an adjustable rear wing, ensure stability at high speeds. Multiple driving modes offer versatility, from a cautious Snow Mode to aggressive performance settings. The open roof is the true highlight—Aspark touts it as creating a driving experience where you become "one with the road," amplifying the sound, vibration, and wind, proving that electric cars can engage the senses beyond silence.
Acquiring this level of performance and exclusivity comes at a steep price. While the official cost remains undisclosed, estimates place the base price above €2.99 million, making the Owl one of the most expensive electric hypercars ever produced.
Aspark plans a limited production run of only about 20 units, ensuring its status as a rare collector’s piece, available solely to the world’s most passionate and affluent enthusiasts. For those who demand extraordinary speed paired with an open sky driving experience, the Aspark Owl Roadster is an electrifying addition to any elite collection.
