Tesla Cybertruck vs the most powerful trucks and SUVs

With ever-more powerful machines on the horizon, we check out the awesome history of fast 4x4s and pickup trucks.

  • The ultimate performance SUVs and pickups

    The ultimate performance SUVs and pickups

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    The Tesla Cybertruck is finally upon us, after years of speculation and suspense. It will look like nothing else on the highway, thanks to the angular cyberpunk-inspired styling.

    Perhaps the only thing more powerful than the hype and expectation around the Tesla Cybertruck is the various electric powertrain setups planned to be available, including a quad-motor layout.

    With the Cybertruck set to enter the ranks of being one of most powerful pickups ever created, we have taken a look at the trucks and SUVs that have come before it. From high-riding supercars to a host of new battery-electric models, they are all here. Starting way back in 1986…

  • 1986 Lamborghini LM002

    1986 Lamborghini LM002

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    Although it isn’t the most potent of this line up, the LM002 wins the prize for being the craziest SUV to roll off a factory production line. Originally conceived as a military vehicle, when it was rejected in favour of the Humvee, Lamborghini created this insane road-going version.

    Powered by the 5.2-liter V-12 from the Countach supercar, 450 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque meant a top speed of over 130 mph was possible, despite Rambo Lambo’s considerable size and weight.

  • 2021 Ford F-150 Raptor

    2021 Ford F-150 Raptor

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    Ford surprised many with the third-generation F-150 Raptor, by keeping power output the same as the previous model. However, a 3.5-liter EcoBoost V-6 with 450 hp and 510 lb-ft of torque is little to complain about.

    A set of 37-inch tires, electronically controlled Fox shock absorbers, and a cloud-connected navigation system are all-new.

    Later this year Ford will announce a Raptor R version. Set to be powered by a V-8 engine, an output of more than 700 horsepower is expected. It means the F-150 Raptor will rapidly move up our list then.

  • 2021 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392

    2021 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392

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    Typically when car companies display a concept model, the finished production version ends up being tamer in comparison. Jeep broke the rules with the Wrangler Rubicon 392, making it more powerful than the original concept.

    Whereas the preview version had 450 hp, the finished article packs 470 hp and 470 lb-ft instead. A naturally aspirated 6.4-liter V-8 engine is responsible for the grunt, and is connected to an eight-speed automatic gearbox.

    Jeep has included plenty of off-road potential, but notes that the Rubicon 392 can run from 0-60 mph in 4.5 seconds on the street.

  • 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT Performance Edition

    2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT Performance Edition

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    Whilst many of the trucks and SUVs on the list use traditional internal combustion engines, there is still plenty of room for powerful all-electric models. Ford may have shocked purists by naming the Mustang Mach-E after its famous sports car, but the GT Performance Edition is a real hard charger.

    Planned to be launched later in 2021, the range-topping Mustang Mach-E will have up to 480hp and 634lb ft of torque. Instant power from the electric motors, combined with all-wheel drive, creates the potential for 0-60mph in 3.5 seconds.

  • 2008 Audi Q7 V12 TDI

    2008 Audi Q7 V12 TDI

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    How do you demonstrate the achievements of your Le Mans TDI programme with your flagship SUV? By inserting a 6.0-liter twin-turbocharged V-12 diesel engine underneath the hood. Power was a supercar-rivalling 493 hp, whilst torque was a gigantic 738 lb-ft.

    That was sufficient to hurl the hefty Q7 from 0-62 mph in 5.5 seconds. Thankfully the Q7 V12 TDI came with sizeable carbon ceramic brake discs.

  • 2005 Dodge Ram SRT-10

    2005 Dodge Ram SRT-10

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    The Ram SRT-10 answered a question that nobody really thought to ask. What happens when you take the 8.3-liter V-10 from the Viper supercar, and add it to a pick-up truck?

    With 500 hp and 525 lb-ft of torque, power in the Quad Cab version was fed through an antiquated four-speed automatic gearbox. But this was still good enough for 0-60 mph in 5.6 seconds, yet also being able to tow big loads.

    In July 2004, the Ram SRT-10 set a new Guinness World Record for the fastest production pick-up. It averaged an impressive 154.587 mph.

  • 2023 Range Rover Sport P530

    2023 Range Rover Sport P530

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    The 2023 Range Rover Sport is an all-new third-generation model, designed to bring new minimalist style and improved performance. To demonstrate just how good the new model is, Land Rover launched it with a drive up an Icelandic hydroelectric dam!

    A range of engines are on offer, but the P530 brings the most performance for now. It uses a twin-turbocharged 4.4-liter V-8, delivering a substantial 503 hp. Expect much more to come in future, though.

  • 2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio Racing Edition

    2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio Racing Edition

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    As the first SUV model from Alfa Romeo, the Stelvio is naturally more about performance than tackling the toughest of trails. This mantra is furthered by the performance Quadrifoglio version, powered by a turbocharged 2.9-liter V-6 built by Ferrari.

    A return to Formula One racing for the Alfa name in 2019 saw the launch of a special Racing Edition. Wearing a livery inspired by the F1 race car, power from the 2.9 V-6 was upped to 513 hp. The additional 10 hp over the standard Quadrifoglio comes from the use of an Akrapovic performance exhaust.

  • 2023 Maserati Grecale Trofeo

    2023 Maserati Grecale Trofeo

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    The same Ferrari-supplied 2.9-liter V-6 can also be found in the brand-new Maserati Grecale SUV. Smaller than the Levante that appears later on our list, the new model is designed to rival the Porsche Macan.

    Along with hybrid, and even full-electric models, the range-topping Grecale Trofeo brings the greatest performance. With 523 hp it can accelerate from 0-62 mph in under 4 seconds, and push all the way to a top speed of 177 mph.

  • 2013 Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG 6x6

    2013 Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG 6x6

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    It may not be the most powerful vehicle on this list, but the Mercedes-Benz G63 6×6 is certainly the craziest. Limited to 100 units, it adds a special pick-up design to the G-Wagen SUV body. Oh, and an extra rear axle for true six-wheel drive.

    Power comes from a twin-turbocharged 5.5-liter AMG V-8 engine, producing 536 hp and 560 lb-ft of torque. The latter is important, given that the G63 6×6 tips the scales at more than 8,100 lb. Top speed is limited to 100 mph, which is perhaps as fast you might ever want to go in something this huge.

  • 2020 Aston Martin DBX

    2020 Aston Martin DBX

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    Although the new DBX707 may be capturing the headlines, the regular Aston Martin DBX is still a potent performance SUV. Riding on air suspension, and with standard four-wheel drive, the DBX is surprisingly capable in the dirt.

    Like many modern Astons, a Mercedes-AMG engine is under the bonnet. The 4.0-liter twin-turbo V-8 delivers 542 hp, along with 516 lb-ft of torque. The 0-62mph sprint takes 4.8 seconds, with a 181 mph top speed.

  • 2019 Jaguar F-Pace SVR

    2019 Jaguar F-Pace SVR

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    Another British performance SUV that also happens to have an engine producing 542 hp. However, the F-Pace SVR uses a Jaguar Land Rover supercharged 5.0-liter V-8 to get its kicks.

    It will also accelerate faster from 0-62 mph than the Aston Martin, taking 3.9 seconds. The top speed of the F-Pace SVR is ‘only’ 176 mph, but that should be more than enough for most drivers. Oh, and it’s also around half the price of the DBX.

  • 2019 Rolls-Royce Cullinan

    2019 Rolls-Royce Cullinan

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    Talking about money almost seems beneath the Rolls-Royce Cullinan, so we will focus on power and performance instead. The very first SUV made by Rolls-Royce makes use of a huge 6.75-liter twin-turbocharged V-12 engine.

    Such vast displacement results in an output of 563 hp, combined with 627 lb-ft of torque. All of this is handled by an eight-speed automatic transmission and permanent all-wheel drive.

    Four-wheel steering aims to make the Cullinan easier to park, whilst also boosting stability at high speed.

  • 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning

    2022 Ford F-150 Lightning

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    Along with electric SUVs, Ford is also on a charge when it comes to creating powerful battery powered pickup trucks. The F-150 Lightning promises serious horsepower, combined with instantaneous torque.

    All versions use a dual-motor setup, giving the Lightning all-wheel drive. For maximum power, buyers need to pick the Extended Range model. This offers 563 hp and 775 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-62mph will take just 4.5 seconds.

  • 2019 Range Rover Sport SVR

    2019 Range Rover Sport SVR

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    The fastest and most powerful Land Rover SUV to date, the second-generation Range Rover Sport SVR is a major rival to premium offerings like the Porsche Cayenne.

    A snorting 575 hp 5.0-liter supercharged V-8 propels it to 62 mph in 4.5 seconds, plus a top speed of 176 mph. The new Ultimate edition seen here boasts hand-finished paint, a contrasting black roof and gloss black 22-inch alloy wheels.

    Due to be replaced by the all-new third-generation model seen earlier, expect a new SVR model to bring even more firepower.

  • 2019 Maserati Levante Trofeo

    2019 Maserati Levante Trofeo

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    The regular Maserati Levante is already an impressive performance SUV, but the Trofeo version turns things up to 11. Upgrades for the Ferrari-built 3.8-liter twin-turbocharged V-8 engine include new pistons and a redesigned cylinder head.

    Where you live determines how much power your Levante Trofeo comes with. North American buyers get the full benefit of the upgrade, with 590 hp and 538 lb-ft of torque. Those in the European market have to make do with just 572 hp.

  • 2020 Audi RS Q8

    2020 Audi RS Q8

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    Meet the current flagship of the Audi SUV range, and the model that currently holds the production SUV record for the Nordschleife Nurburgring circuit. Created as a coupe version of the gigantic Q7, the RS Q8 is the hottest version of all.

    Performance comes from a 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V-8 engine, delivering 592 hp and 590 lb-ft of torque. Audi’s trademark Quattro all-wheel drive aids the impressive acceleration, with the RS Q8 able to run from 0-124 mph in less than 10 seconds. Option packs allow the top speed to be increased to 190 mph.

  • 2023 Alpina XB7

    2023 Alpina XB7

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    The Alpina tuning company has now become part of BMW, which means we expect to see even more crazy creations in the future. Alpina’s attention has recently been focused on the revised BMW X7, resulting in the new XB7.

    We will avoid passing judgment on the looks, and instead focus upon the newly developed twin-turbocharged 4.4-liter V-8 engine. Equipped with mild-hybrid technology, the result is 613 hp and 590 lb-ft of torque.

  • 2020 BMW X5 M Competition

    2020 BMW X5 M Competition

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    Crossing the 600 hp barrier sees us move into serious SUV performance territory. One of the latest additions to the group is the Competition version of the BMW X5 M. Although the standard performance version of the BMW SUV is more than enough, someone in Munich clearly felt it needed more.

    The 4.4-liter twin-turbocharged V-8 gets an extra 26 hp, taking total output to 617 hp. Torque stays the same at 553 lb-ft, but the 0-62 mph time falls by 0.1 of a second to 3.7 seconds.

    The same powertrain can be found in the BMW X6 M Competition, but we have gone for the slightly less controversial X5 here.

  • 2017 Mercedes-Maybach G 650 Landaulet

    2017 Mercedes-Maybach G 650 Landaulet

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    As an answer to a question nobody seemed to have asked, the Maybach G 650 Landaulet is quite a special creation. The ‘Landaulet’ name comes from a chauffeur-driven vehicle, with a folding soft-top roof over the rear seats. And that is exactly what the G 650 delivers, but with big power and vast ground clearance.

    Powering this special beast is a 6.0-liter twin-turbocharged AMG V-12, with 621 hp and 738 lb-ft of torque. Should your chauffeur need to make up time, the G 650 can accelerate from 0-62 mph in six seconds. Mercedes-Benz only made 99 examples, clearly knowing just how small the pool of buyers would be.

  • 2020 Mercedes-AMG GLS 63

    2020 Mercedes-AMG GLS 63

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    Intended for consumption in much larger numbers, and delivering more power, here’s the latest AMG version of the GLS. Sold as the SUV equivalent of the Mercedes S-Class, the American-built GLS combines space and luxury in an off-road package.

    For the performance AMG GLS 63 model, there is a 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V-8 engine, combined with a 48V mild-hybrid system. The internal combustion engine brings 603 hp to the party, with the hybrid electric motor adding an extra 22 hp shot.

    More impressive is the additional torque boost of 184 lb-ft that the hybrid system can deliver. This allows peak twist of 810 lb-ft for short periods of acceleration.

  • 2019 Bentley Bentayga Speed

    2019 Bentley Bentayga Speed

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    Bentley is currently in the process of updating the Bentayga SUV. For now it leaves the Speed version as the most powerful Bentayga around. As the name suggests, outright performance is the order of the day, with the Bentayga able to achieve 190.1 mph.

    Responsible for the Bentayga Speed’s turn of pace is a 6.0-liter twin-turbocharged W12 engine. It delivers a substantial 626 hp, along with a hefty 664 lb-ft of torque.

    Whilst the Bentayga might not be the most powerful vehicle on this list, it did allow Bentley the claim of building the fastest production SUV in the world.

  • 2023 Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT

    2023 Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT

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    The Turbo GT’s 4.0-liter V-8 musters 640 hp – up 90 hp over the regular Cayenne Turbo – for 0-62 mph in 3.3 seconds and 186 mph flat-out. It also gets every piece of chassis tech available, including rear-wheel steering, torque vectoring and active anti-roll bars.

    When we drove it we said: ‘Porsche has a long history of making SUVs feel like sports cars, and the Turbo GT is the most extreme example yet. It feels absurdly agile. Point it at a series of bends and all that technology leaps into action, defying physics and banishing any sense of inertia’.

  • 2018 Lamborghini Urus

    2018 Lamborghini Urus

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    One of the closest rivals to the Bentley Bentayga for the prize of world’s fastest SUV is the Lamborghini Urus. The Italian machine shares a chassis platform with the Bentayga, but loses out on top speed by just 0.6 mph.

    Being able to hit 189.5 mph is still impressive, but we imagine Lamborghini engineers will be looking at ways of making the Urus even faster.

    Until then, the Urus will have a peak power of 641 hp. This comes from a 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V-8 engine, as also seen in the Audi RS Q8 and various other Volkswagen Group products.

  • 2019 Roush Performance F-150 Nitemare

    2019 Roush Performance F-150 Nitemare

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    Ford tuning specialists Roush Performance claimed the title of the world’s fastest pick-up truck with the appropriately named Nitemare in 2019. Based on the ever-popular Ford F-150, Nitemare uses a supercharger and exhaust package to boost power far beyond the stock output.

    A total of 650 hp and 610 lb-ft of torque now resides beneath the hood of this truck. It makes for a 0-60 mph time of just 3.9 seconds, placing it amongst genuine supercars for acceleration. Yet it can still haul sheets of plywood and bales of hay.

  • 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST

    2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST

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    Electric pickup trucks are coming thick and fast, with the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV ready to deliver major performance. Chevrolet will initially offer its first electric truck in two flavors, with the flagship RST aimed at those who want maximum speed.

    The RST First Edition model will feature a ‘Wide Open Watts’ drive mode. With a dual-motor setup, the RST will generate 664 hp and 780 lb-ft of torque. It will allow the Silverado EV to accelerate from 0-60 mph in under 4.5 seconds.

  • 2022 Lamborghini Urus Performante

    2022 Lamborghini Urus Performante

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    Pushing the boundaries of SUV performance, Lamborghini has created an even more powerful version of the Urus. The Performante retains the same 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V-8 engine, but with its output raised to a devilish 666 hp.

    Extra horsepower is only part of the Urus Performante story, however. Lowered suspension, lightweight materials and widened bodywork are also part of the package.

    The options list even includes semi-slick Pirelli Trofeo R tires for track and road use.

  • 2019 Porsche Cayenne Turbo S E-Hybrid

    2019 Porsche Cayenne Turbo S E-Hybrid

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    Purists have seemingly long forgotten their complaints about the Porsche Cayenne, given the important role it has played in helping the company survive. That Porsche has also been creating ever quicker examples will have smoothed relations, too.

    The most powerful version of the latest Cayenne is actually a plug-in hybrid. A 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V-8 engine is matched with an electric motor, offering a combined output of 671 hp. A torque figure of 664 lb-ft is also considerable, and allows this plug-in machine to accelerate from 0-62 mph in 3.8 seconds.

    The lithium-ion battery pack also means it can drive around town on electric power alone.

  • 2023 Cadillac Escalade-V

    2023 Cadillac Escalade-V

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    Does the world really need a performance version of the gigantic Cadillac Escalade? Apparently so, as the huge SUV has become the latest model to join the V-Series range.

    A 6.2-liter supercharged V-8 generates 682 hp, along with a considerable 653 lb-ft of torque. All-wheel drive, a ten-speed automatic transmission and even launch control, allowed the Escalade-V to accelerate from 0-60 mph in just 4.4 seconds.

  • 2022 Aston Martin DBX707

    2022 Aston Martin DBX707

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    As impressive as the regular Aston Martin DBX may be, the flagship DBX707 takes things even further. Using a modified version of the 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V-8 engine, with components upgraded by Aston Martin Powertrain Engineering.

    An output of 707 PS (693 hp) gives the DBX707 its name, and also its hardcore performance. Using a new ‘Race Start’ launch mode, the DBX707 can accelerate from 0-62 mph in 3.3 seconds, and on to a top speed of 193 mph.

  • 2000 BMW X5 LM

    2000 BMW X5 LM

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    We’re cheating a little bit here, as the X5 LM was not a production car. Instead it was the result of BMW engineers replacing the regular 4.8-liter V-8 engine from the X5 with the 6.0-liter V-12 from a Le Mans-winning racer.

    The S70/2 motorsport engine made a ridiculous 700 hp and 531 lb-ft, endowing the LM with a top speed of 173 mph.

    More impressive was the lap time set at the Nürburgring, by ace driver Hans Joachim Stuck, of seven minutes 50 seconds. So while not a true road car, the X5 LM is far too impressive to leave off this list.

  • 2021 Ram 1500 TRX

    2021 Ram 1500 TRX

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    Could this pickup be the reason that Ford is keeping quiet about the new F-150 Raptor’s power output? The Ram 1500 TRX is the closest natural competitor to the Ford truck, with an emphasis on serious off-road ability.

    A 6.2-liter supercharged Hemi V-8 engine, as found in the Dodge Challenger Hellcat, provides the go. Peak power is a massive 702 hp, with torque equally huge at 650 lb-ft. That is enough for Ram to proclaim the 1500 TRX as the ‘fastest and most powerful mass-produced truck in the world’.

    Being able to accelerate from 0-60 mph in 4.5 seconds backs up the claim of rapid performance. Although Hennessey versions go quicker, of course.

  • 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk

    2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk

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    For a genuine street-legal SUV with in excess of 700 hp, say hello to the Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk. As the name suggests, this is a version of the classic Grand Cherokee built to perform at its best on a race circuit.

    Helping it perform is the 6.2-liter supercharged Hemi V-8 engine, taken from the Dodge Challenger Hellcat muscle car. In the Jeep it produces 707 hp and 645 lb-ft of torque, allowing it to run from 0-60mph in 3.5 seconds. Top speed is an impressive 180mph, although another vehicle has stolen the Trackhawk’s Mopar performance crown.

  • 2021 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat

    2021 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat

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    Sharing a platform with the Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk means making a Hellcat-powered version of the Dodge Durango is a relatively easy task. The same 6.2-liter supercharged Hemi V-8 is found under the bonnet, but with an additional 3 hp taking total output to 710 hp. Torque stays the same, at 645 lb-ft.

    Dodge is pitching the Durango SRT Hellcat as the option for families who outgrow a Challenger or Charger muscle car. It can accommodate up to seven with three rows of seating, but still does 0-60 mph in 3.5 seconds. Set to only be sold for the 2021 model year, buyers will need to be just as quick to get one.

  • 2016 Tesla Model X Ludicrous Performance

    2016 Tesla Model X Ludicrous Performance

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    Unlike all the other performance utility vehicles on this list, the Model X is unique in being without an internal combustion engine. With one electric motor providing 255 hp to the front axle, and another sending 496 hp to the rear wheels, that’s a combined total of 751 hp.

    There’s also the small matter of 713 lb-ft of torque, available instantly, which means with ‘Ludicrous’ mode engaged the Model X will hit 62 mph in an astonishing 2.9 seconds. It can even undertake some (light) off-roading thanks to adjustable air suspension, and has the option of seven seats.

  • 2024 Ferrari Purosangue

    2024 Ferrari Purosangue

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    The Purosangue is the first four-door Ferrari, with an emphasis on ultimate performance and luxury. Four adults can be seated inside, and there is even generous space for luggage as well.

    At the heart of the Purosangue is a naturally aspirated 6.5-liter V-12 engine, producing a mighty 725 hp. This is accompanied by 528 lb-ft of torque, and allows Purosangue to accelerate from 0-62 mph in just 3.3 seconds.

    Just remember not to call it an SUV…

  • 2023 BMW XM Red Label

    2023 BMW XM Red Label

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    Almost as controversial as the Ferrari Purosangue, the XM is only the second vehicle ever to be developed exclusively by BMW’s M division. It is certainly nothing like the mid-engined M1 supercar from 1978.

    Instead, the XM is a full-size crossover SUV, powered by a 4.4-liter V-8 engine, combined with an electric motor for hybrid performance. In range-topping Red Label trim, the result is a combined output of 738 horsepower.

    Accelerating from 0-62 mph takes just 3.9 seconds, with the Red Label still able to cover more than 50 miles on battery power alone.

  • 2021 Shelby Super Snake Sport

    2021 Shelby Super Snake Sport

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    Created as the most powerful truck to wear the Shelby badge, the 2021 Super Snake Sport is designed to offer muscle car performance in a truck body.

    Powering the Super Snake Sport is a supercharged 5.0-liter V-8, generating 775 hp. With all-wheel drive as standard, the Shelby will accelerate from 0-60 mph in 3.45 seconds, and 0-100 mph in 8 seconds.

    Shelby plans to produce just 600 units, split between two- and four-door versions. Opting for the two-door model includes adjustable lowered suspension and 22-inch wheels.

  • 2022 Brabus 800 XLP Adventure Superblack

    2022 Brabus 800 XLP Adventure Superblack

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    German tuner Brabus has developed a formidable reputation for building insane machines. Based upon a Mercedes-Benz G-Class SUV, the 800 XLP Adventure is one of its most extreme creations.

    Brabus has turned the G-Class into a custom pickup truck, using carbon fiber and steel. Height-adjustable coilover suspension, and portal axles, allow the 800 XLP Adventure to venture far off-road.

    Star of the show is a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 engine, generating 789 hp and 773 lb-ft of torque. Off-road tires limit the top speed to 130 mph, but the 800 XLP Adventure can accelerate from 0-60 mph in 4.8 seconds.

  • 2022 Rivian R1T

    2022 Rivian R1T

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    Developed with substantial investment from Ford and Amazon, Michigan-based Rivian Automotive has made the R1T into an impressive electric pickup truck.

    A quad-motor setup delivers a combined 835 horsepower, and a 0-60 mph time of just three seconds.

  • 2024 Tesla Cybertruck

    2024 Tesla Cybertruck

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    Tesla Cybertruck deliveries have finally commenced, and we also finally know how powerful it is. Very powerful, it seems – enough to accelerate faster than a Porsche 911… while towing a Porsche 911.

    At launch, the Cybertruck will initially be offered with rear-wheel drive, plus dual- and tri-motor all-wheel drive setups. The tri-motor model is called Cyberbeast, and produces 857hp to put it at the top of the tree for Tesla Cybertruck power.

    There could be more to come. An even more powerful quad-motor model is rumoured to be added to the Cybertruck range in future…

  • 2022 GMC Hummer EV Edition 1

    2022 GMC Hummer EV Edition 1

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    Proving, yet again, that battery power is not a barrier to performance is the Hummer EV. Revived by General Motors as a sub-brand of its GMC marque, the Hummer name now stands for off-road ability with a battery twist.

    This square-jawed electric pick-up is the result, with the Edition 1 launch model generating 1,000 hp from a tri-motor setup. The Hummer EV can cover up to 329 miles, and is able to run from 0-60 mph in three seconds.

    Also installed on the Edition 1 are 35-inch tires, and the ability for the Hummer EV to ‘crab walk’ and move diagonally.

  • 2020 Hennessey Performance Maximus 1000

    2020 Hennessey Performance Maximus 1000

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    If the idea of battery-powered performance utility vehicles is still too much to take, Hennessey Performance provides internal combustion salvation. The Maximus 1000 offers an off-road capable take on big power.

    The Maximus 1000 is a Jeep Gladiator pickup truck, but fitted with the ubiquitous Hellcat supercharged 6.2-liter Hemi V-8. Hennessey subjects it to substantial upgrades, pushing the power output to a wild 1,000 hp and 933 lb-ft hp of torque.

    It also adds lifted suspension and a leather-lined interior, and even includes a three-year/36,000-mile warranty.

  • 2021 Hennessey Mammoth 6x6

    2021 Hennessey Mammoth 6x6

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    Is there such a thing as too much power? Hennessey Performance certainly does not think so, pushing everything to the maximum with the insane Mammoth 6×6.

    Based on the Ram 1500 TRX, Hennessey replaces the already powerful engine with a 7.0-liter Dodge ‘Hellephant’ crate V-8. Even the base 1,000 hp is not enough, with extra tuning taking the output to a colossal 1,200 hp.

    A conversion to six-wheel drive, extended bodywork, and new off-road suspension are all part of the package. Hennessey plans to build just three examples of this terrifying pickup truck.