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30-06-2025
- Automotive
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These Are The Fastest Street Legal Cars Ever Built
It isn't unheard of for today's fastest street-legal cars to reach top speeds of 250 mph or more. After an exhilarating ride like that, it's hard to imagine ever being able to drive 65 mph again, let alone a grueling, snail's-pace of 25 mph. Supercar makers all over the world are constantly competing for the fastest production car title, pushing the industry to test the limits in every aspect of new supercar design. What would it feel like to get behind the wheel of one of the world's fastest cars that can legally drive on the street? And which of these marvels of engineering would make the best option to test out if given the opportunity? That's a tough question to answer. After all, who wouldn't love to test-drive a hypercar capable of reaching mind-blowing speeds? To consider our options, let's take a look at the fastest street-legal cars ever built and how they achieved this milestone. Read more: Every 2025 Formula 1 Livery, Ranked From Worst To Best Plenty of cars can go fast, but how does one earn the title of fastest street-legal car in the world? For example, the founder of Koenigsegg believes the Jesko Absolut should be capable of going as fast as 330 mph. However, the Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut has only accomplished this feat in simulations and has yet to prove itself on the track. The Jesko Absolut has set several speed records, though, including being the fastest gas-powered car to complete a quarter mile, doing so in under 9 seconds. So it's possible this car will take the title of fastest car in the world someday, but it hasn't made it official yet. Other supercars have set records for being the fastest street-legal car to go from 0 to 60 mph. These performance vehicles may be able to accelerate rapidly, but that doesn't mean they can reach top speeds of 250 mph or more. So, for a car to make this list, it must have a proven speed record either on a closed track or a public road. Most of the top speeds listed with the hypercars are taken from a single trial where the cars are driven twice, going in opposite directions for each run. Data for the stats in this list comes from manufacturer websites and press releases, as well as credible news outlets like NBC. RaceLogic was tracking the Koenigsegg Regera at the Örebro Airport in Sweden when it beat the Rimac Nevera's zero to 250 to zero time, coming in at 29.6 seconds in June 2023. This proved the car had earned its well-deserved supercar status. And it did it all with a hybrid power system, a first for Koenigsegg. Equipped with a 1,500 horsepower 5.0-liter V8 internal combustion engine and three electric motors, it's no surprise the Regera hypercar can perform competently at extremely high speeds. The direct drive system developed by Koenigsegg allows the engine to send torque more efficiently by eliminating some energy loss that comes with a traditional gearbox. As the first production vehicle to feature an 800-volt battery, Regera models can count on an extra 670 electric hp assist. Plus, the regenerative braking system restores power by converting energy and storing it in the 4.5 kWh battery. Without compromising on weight, Regera's designers used advanced hydraulic technology to automate body closures, going so far as to include soft-closing mechanisms. The car's sophisticated interior matches its sleek exterior with leather upholstery covering the seats, dash, and steering wheel. To date, McLaren's fastest street-legal car is the Speedtail, which boasts a top speed of 250 mph. The hypercar hit 250 mph on a three-mile strip at the Johnny Bohmer Proving Grounds located at Kennedy Space Center in Florida. McLaren wasn't satisfied when the Speedtail hit the record speed for the first time on that December 2019 day, and it wasn't happy the second time either. No, the automaker didn't finish the speed test until the car made 30 runs at 250 mph. How did McLaren build such a fast car? Using hybrid technology and decades of innovation, obviously. The McLaren Speedtail features an advanced hybrid powertrain that joins forces with a twin-turbocharged V8, producing a combined 1,036 hp. Using a dual-clutch seven-speed transmission, the Speedtail can accelerate from a complete standstill up to 186 mph in a mere 13 seconds. Design elements ensure the car is effectively aerodynamic. This includes the McLaren Speedtail high-tech flexible carbon-fiber shell that actually bends as it moves for superior airflow. Other features that assist with the car's airflow are the ducts beneath the LED lights that guide air toward the low-temp radiators and the aero covers on the front wheels. Okay, so Czinger hasn't had a chance to verify its claim that the 21C V max variant can reach a top speed of 253 mph, making it the only vehicle on this list without credible witnesses to back up its right to be here. Still, this car -- which teeters on the edge of hypercar status -- has broken several records that make it seem its claim could be legit. In 2021, the Czinger 21C broke the lap record at Leguna Seca and Circuit of the Americas, and in 2024, it reclaimed the lap records for both events. Its head-spinning speed time around the track could easily transfer over to a 253 mph top speed given a straight shot. Also to its credit, the Czinger 21C claimed the title for fastest production car to complete the hill climb at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in 2024, adding more credibility to its top speed estimate. Hybrid technology is what allows the Czinger 21C to achieve its rapid acceleration and incredible speed. A turbo-charged V8 engine combines with an 800-volt electric drive system and independent front motors for either 1,250 or an optional 1,350 hp. The sequential transaxle gearbox makes for swift movement through the seven speeds, taking the 21C from 0 to 60 mph in just 1.9 seconds. The Rimac Nevera holds several records in addition to being the fastest production electric car on the market. In fact, the Rimac Nevera broke 23 standing records for acceleration, braking, and speed in a single day. At the Automotive Testing Papenburg track in Germany, the Rimac Nevera proved itself when it hit 256 mph on a November day in 2022. Today, the Nevera also holds the record for fastest car driven in reverse, achieving 171.34 mph in 2023. Four electric motors provide 1,914 hp and precise torque control to each individual wheel. Rimac's All-Wheel Torque Vectoring system is tailored to meet the needs of any driving style, offering selectable drive modes for a range of conditions. Battery technology and placement further aid the speed capability of the Nevera. The H-shaped design of the 120 kWh battery pack helps with weight distribution and increases the car's stiffness. Mounted at the rear of the battery, the drivetrain attaches a pair of single-speed gearboxes to the electric motors for instant torque. Each of the Rimac Nevera's 150 units is handcrafted to be unique and as light as possible. Aluminum mechanical components, carbon-fiber upholstery, a liquid-cooled battery pack, and carbon-fiber structural design help keep the Nevera at a curb weight of just over 5,000 pounds with a nearly 50:50 weight distribution. One September day back in 2007 on a stretch of closed highway in Washington, the SSC Ultimate Aero TT was briefly able to take the title of fastest street-legal car in the world for reaching a 257.11 mph top speed. It averaged 255.83 mph after both runs, and data was collected using a system of sensors and satellites. The car only held the title for a few years, but SSC didn't hesitate to take Bugatti's challenge, quickly setting its sights on creating an even faster car after losing the fastest-car title in 2010. Possessing the highest emissions-legal horsepower, the Ultimate Aero TT has a twin-turbocharged V8 mid-mount engine with 1,183 horsepower available. It produces up to 1,094 lb-ft of torque distributed to the rear wheels through a 6-speed manual transmission, setting it up for optimum high-speed performance. With a short production run in the early 2000s, only 24 SSC Ultimate Aero supercars were ever made, making this a very rare model to come by. What makes this model stand out is its luxurious touches, like the 10-speaker audio system and backup camera for easy parking. Anyone with an interest in fast, street-legal cars is probably familiar with the Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport. This car achieved the landspeed record for production vehicles in 2010 when it reached a top speed of 269.8 mph at Volkswagen's Ehra-Lessien testing track in Germany. That day, the car's average speed was 268 mph, keeping it well within supercar status. Wondering what the 16.4 stands for in the Veyron Super Sport's name? It's derived from the fact that the car features a 16-cylinder engine with quad-turbochargers. This 8-liter W16 powertrain pumps out up to 1,200 hp, pairing with a 7-speed dual-clutch gear shifter to power all four wheels. Surprisingly, the engine block isn't much larger than a V12, and it's constructed of lightweight materials to boot. Aside from record-breaking speed, the Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport has some unique qualities. For instance, it uses NACA ducts mounted in the roof to improve airflow and ventilation, while a rear double diffuser makes for better aerodynamics. Everything from the specialized fuel injection pumps to the custom tires and high-performance braking system was designed to launch this car to unfathomable speed. Theoretically, Hennessey's founder and CEO says the Venom GT is capable of reaching 328 mph, but this has yet to be proven on the track. Of course, during verified testing on the Shuttle Landing runway at the Kennedy Space Center, the Hennessey Venom GT recorded a top speed of 270.49 mph. The car still holds the February 2014 record for being the fastest street-legal manual transmission hypercar available. However, keep in mind that available is being used loosely here, as the production run for the Hennessey Venom GT stopped before it hit 30 units worldwide. A 1,244-hp 7.0-liter V8 engine delivers 1,155 pound-feet of torque to the Venom GT's rear wheels, getting a boost of power from Precision dual ball bearing turbochargers that increase acceleration and speed. The 6-speed manual gearbox is made of lightweight aluminum with a 3.36:1 final drive ratio for maximum control even at high velocity. The Venom GT was mainly built to achieve top speeds, but Hennessey gave some thought to upgrades for the car's interior as well. Aerosmith's Steven Tyler designed the optional stereo system, which puts out incredibly high-quality sound. Bespoke interior elements are designed by Stefano Ricci and customized for every buyer. The 9ff GT9 V max might be the weakest link on this list because during its official speed test in 2014, the supercar didn't reach its potential. So, it means taking the data listed on 9ff's website for the GT9 at face value. There, it records the car's top speed as 437 km/h or 271.54 mph. Speedhunters also reports that 9ff received a customer log book in 2013 that clocked a GT9 V max at a speed of 437 km/h on the Autobahn. No matter how you look at it, the GT9 V max can reach incredible speeds with its 4.2-liter displacement firing off six-cylinders in the powerful 1,400-hp engine. While it is based loosely on the Porsche 911, the GT9 offers plenty of upgrades that keep it light, fast, and tuned for speed. A carbon-fiber body, doors, and hood reduce weight, while the smooth underbody and carbon-fiber inlets and outlets add to the aerodynamics of the car's sculpted curves. It's true that the Bugatti Chiron Super Sport has technically hit a top speed of 304.77 mph, but it happened in a 2019 pre-production model, which excludes that run from being included on this list. Of course, in 2021, a production model of Bugatti's ultra-fast Chiron Super Sport achieved a speed that tops the car out at 273.4 mph, cementing it a place as one of the world's fastest street-legal cars. Boasting the only 16-cylinder engine in a car built today, the Chiron Super Sport is a force to be reckoned with. The quad-turbocharged 8-liter engine releases 1,578 horsepower to unleash the potential of the 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. This means a heart-stopping 0 to 60 mph acceleration time of just 2.4 seconds, and the high rev characteristics combine with a perfectly balanced suspension system for optimum control even at speeds over 250 mph. From the rear, the Chiron Super Sport's exhaust setup resembles that of an F6 fighter jet. That's because the stacked pipes on either side were designed after the F6 jet, not just for looks but also the deep, satisfying growl it produces. Aerodynamic features that reduce drag, improve downforce, and enhance airflow include vents in the front fenders, air curtains, and custom tires with lightweight wheels. On a lonely stretch of Highway 160 in the Nevada desert back in November 2017, the Koenigsegg Agera RS set a record by hitting a top speed of 284.2 mph on a closed public road. That day, the hypercar averaged a thrilling speed of 277.9 mph, setting it apart from the competition. The Agera RS gets its power from a 1,360-hp twin-turbo 5.0-liter V8 engine with dry sump lubrication and double overhead camshafts. Paddle shifters make it simple for the 7-speed transmission with auto shift mode to make its way through the gears unnoticeably. Power output is maximized thanks to the high-power coil-on-plug ignition system, and the electronically adjustable suspension means changing ride height is no problem at all. With only 25 units of the Koenigsegg Agera RS ever made, not many of these cars are seen on the road. So while the car is technically street legal, would this masterpiece really be any fun to drive at a normal speed? Don't answer that, but know this car has many features that allow drivers to push the limits of speed, including a low curb weight, front splitter and winglets, and an advanced dynamic underbody flap system. In May 2022, at Kennedy Space Center, the SSC Tuatara reached a record-breaking 295 mph, making it the fastest street-legal car on the market. This isn't even close to the 331 mph that was claimed by the SCC Tuatara team after a test run of the car in late 2020, but still, 295 mph is impressive. Streamlined aerodynamics, precise tuning, and unmatched handling are only a small part of what helped launch the Tuatara to its top speed. This accomplishment can also be credited to the car's powerful twin-turbo engine. Partnering with Nelson Racing Engines, SSC built the Tuatara's engine from the ground up, ensuring it would meet the needs of hypercar enthusiasts. The mid-engine V8 uses a 7-speed transmission with advanced functionality to engage gears automatically with nearly instantaneous shift speed. A maximum 1,750 horsepower provides the Tuatara with exceptional acceleration and mind-boggling speed capabilities. The car's flawless curves take on a jet-like appeal, allowing it to cut through the air effortlessly. An industry-leading 0.279 drag coefficient lowers the Tuatara's wind resistance, while its lightweight, carbon-fiber body keeps the car's dry weight below 3,000 pounds. Want more like this? Join the Jalopnik newsletter to get the latest auto news sent straight to your inbox... Read the original article on Jalopnik.
Motor Trend
25-06-2025
- Automotive
- Motor Trend
Blazing Bimmers: The 10 Fastest BMWs MotorTrend Has Ever Tested
MotorTrend has performed instrumented testing of more than 300 BMWs over the years, and from that group, we've rounded up the ten fastest BMW models we've tested to date. Out of those ten vehicles, the most powerful from a pure horsepower perspective is the all-new BMW M5 at 717 hp, of which we've tested the wagon version, an M5 Touring, thus far. More fun facts: the bottom three were all-electric powered, two packed twin-turbo I-6 engines, and five were powered by BMW's longstanding twin-turbo V-8, and with one of those being a plug-in hybrid. The 2022 BMW M5 CS is the fastest BMW tested by MotorTrend, clocking a 10.7-second quarter mile. The list includes models with twin-turbo V-8s, plug-in hybrids, and electric vehicles, showcasing BMW's blend of speed and power across various designs and drivetrains. This summary was generated by AI using content from this MotorTrend article Read Next Interestingly, only one was rear-wheel drive; one was the wagon, one an SUV—and all of them were from the 2018 model year or later. We ranked these ten fastest BMWs by their quarter mile times, and to break the ties, we used the higher trap speed to determine the finishing order. Read on to see which one of your favorite Ultimate Driving Machines made the list of the Top 10 fastest BMWs we've tested. 1. 2022 BMW M5 CS | 10.7 seconds at 129.7 mph For now at least, the special-edition 2022 BMW M5 CS is the fastest BMW car we've ever tested, the top dog (or German Shepherd, if you will), thanks in large part to its wicked 4.4-liter twin-turbo V-8 with 627 horsepower and 8-speed automatic combo, which helped propel the carbon-fiber lightened machine to a wildly impressive 10.7-second quarter mile time at 129.7 mph, one of the best of all time, BMW or otherwise. Its 0-to-60 mph time is a blistering 2.6 seconds, also among the quickest times we've ever recorded. Here's what we had to say about how the F90 (sixth generation) M5 CS performed in our First Test: 'In our acceleration testing, the 2022 BMW M5 CS produced its best launches via its launch-control mode. This produced consistent, clean, and smooth yet explosive launches, and we noted how well the car put the power down without drama. Indeed, it exhibited zero, or almost zero, wheelslip; the AWD just dug in and blasted the car down the track. Our best 0-to-60-mph time came in at a double-take—hell, triple -take—inducing 2.6 seconds. The BMW's performance through the quarter mile was no less stunning.' Read the FIRST TEST of the 2022 BMW M5 CS 2. 2023 BMW M4 CSL | 11.1 seconds at 128.8 mph After sleeping on the CSL moniker for two decades, BMW woke up and chose violence—and in doing so produced the second-place finisher on our list of the ten fastest BMWs we're ever tested. The lightweight CSL, with its 543-horse, twin-turbo I-6, is the fastest and quickest M3 or M4 model we've ever strapped our gear onto. It's also the only rear-drive model on this list. Here's what we had to say about the M4 CSL's capabilities in our First Test: 'Race cars are loud, uncomfortable, violent machines, so the fact that the 2023 BMW M4 CSL is also loud, uncomfortable, and violent should arguably be scored in the Pros column of this review. It's proof that this limited-edition M4 isn't a lame paint-and-badging nostalgia job. Instead, the CSL represents a rare instance of truth in advertising—it is the race car for the road that BMW claims it is. Stripped of basic comforts and boosted with an extra 40 horsepower, the CSL is the quickest BMW M3 or M4 MotorTrend has ever tested. Its track tires and hardened chassis help it steer with alacrity and deliver the tactile feedback that's missing from so many modern BMWs.' Read the FIRST TEST of the 2023 BMW M4 CSL The first time we got our hands on the F90 generation BMW M5 for testing, it didn't disappoint, almost breaking into the 10s in the quarter mile—a number that still stands tied for the second fastest time we've ever recorded in a BMW, tiebreaking trap speeds notwithstanding. The oldest car from a model year perspective on this list, its 3.0-second 0-to-60 mph time isn't any slouch, either. Interestingly, both its quarter mile and 60 mph times are 0.4 second shy of the newer, lighter, and more powerful M5 CS. Here's a piece of what we had to say about the M5 during our First Test back in 2018: 'Zero to 60 mph happens in 3.0 seconds. Yes, 3 seconds flat to 60 mph. McLaren 675LT? Zero to 60 mph in 3.0 seconds. Acura NSX? 3.1 seconds. More importantly, the 603-hp Mercedes-AMG E 63 S 4Matic+ takes 3.2 seconds to hit 60 mph, the 605-hp Audi RS7 does 3.3 seconds, and the 640-hp Cadillac CTS-V needs 3.8. If you want to get to 60 mph quicker in a four-door vehicle, call Tesla, as the instant-torque Model S P100D Ludicrous Plus is our all-time champ at 2.3 seconds. The M5 is real quick.' Read the FIRST TEST of the 2018 BMW M5 4. 2022 BMW M3 Competition | 11.1 seconds at 124.7 mph Call it fugly if you want—you'll probably only see the taillights of the fourth-fastest BMW we've ever tested and tied for second overall in pure quarter-mile time: the 2022 BMW M3 Competition. It's a meaner version of the M3, with BMW's xDrive all-wheel drive system that helps aid wicked quick launches. Here's what we had to say about how the M3 Comp felt in our First Test: 'BMW says the engine produces 503 hp and 479 lb-ft of torque. But man, it seems like there's no way this I-6 punches below 600 hp. Equipped with BMW's available xDrive all-wheel drive, the M3 Competition we tested shoots to 60 mph in 3-seconds flat. The quarter mile is dispatched in 11.1 seconds at 124.7 mph. That's Porsche and performance-electric-vehicle territory.' Read the FIRST TEST of the 2022 BMW M3 Competition (xDrive) 5. 2025 BMW M5 Touring | 11.2 seconds at 126.1 mph The long-roof M5, part of the new, seventh-generation G90 M5 family, marks the first time the wagon version of the M5 has been offered here in the U.S. Launched as a response to the success of Audi's RS6 Avant, the Touring, like its M5 sedan sibling, is a plug-in hybrid, with a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V-8 assisted by an electric motor integrated into the transmission. Together, they deliver peaks of 717 hp and 738 lb-ft to all four wheels, making it the most powerful BMW on this list by far. But it isn't the fastest BMW, with part of that reason being weight, and a lot of it. Here's a snippet of what we had to say about the M5 Touring as part of our First Test: 'The M5 Touring's 3.2-second 0–60 run is an impressive number for a gasoline-fueled car, as is its quarter-mile time of 11.2 seconds at 126.1 mph—or at least it is until Old Man Perspective pops his head into frame and we compare the new M5 to the previous-generation car. The 2022 M5 sedan has 627 hp, 553 lb-ft, no hybrid assistance, and Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires, and it was quicker to 60 by six-tenth of a second, and faster through the quarter mile by half a second and 3.6 mph.' Read the FIRST TEST of the 2025 BMW M5 Touring 6. 2020 M8 Competition Coupe | 11.4 seconds at 124.6 mph This 617-hp GT is ready for the drift competition, and it snagged sixth place in our lineup of the top ten fastest BMWs MotorTrend has tested. We had loads of fun working the big M's rear tires around our figure eight test circuit, where one of our test team reported 'the tread in the center of the right-rear tire melted and peeled off.' Another test editor said this about the big, V-8-powered Bimmer: 'How well this car handles depends entirely on how judicious you are with your right foot. Take it to a racetrack for anything other than a drift competition, and your lap time will depend on how precisely you can control the throttle. It has the mechanical ability to carry some serious speed through the corners, but it's entirely up to you to exploit it, and you'll spend a lot of time looking for the razor's edge between maximum performance and smoke show. If you are going to track it, go ahead and drop 3-4 psi out of all four tires before you go out, because they heat up quick, and pressures spike as soon as they get a little heat in them.' Read the FIRST TEST of the 2020 BMW M8 Competition Coupe 7. 2022 BMW Alpina B8 Gran Coupe | 11.4 seconds at 123.0 mph The Alpina-developed version of the BMW M8 Gran Coupe boasts the most torque of the purely gas-powered machines on this list, and we found the AWD battleship's 99-foot braking distance, rear-steer, and launch control to be wildly impressive for a luxury-leaning super sports sedan that's this big. And it's not just good in a straight line, either. Here's what we had to say about pushing the 2022 BMW Alpina B8 Gran Coupe around our MotorTrend figure-eight course: "This thing is an absolute thrill ride. The all-wheel-drive system works beautifully. It's clearly rear biased, so you can step the rear end out a few inches and rotate it all the way around the skid pad (steering with the throttle) and then stab the throttle on the exit. It wags its tail just a wee bit, and you shoot across the middle. The steering is well weighted and very precise." Read the FIRST TEST of the 2022 BMW Alpina B8 Gran Coupe 8. 2024 BMW i5 M60 xDrive | 11.5 seconds at 124 mph Driving an i5 is generally a comfortable experience in a vault of a machine, and we found the 2024 BMW i5 M60 xDrive to deliver in those categories. Does adding a second drive motor and extra horses give this German what it needs to keep up with the pack? Well, it did make its way onto this list. Here's some of what we had to say about the super i5 in our First Test: 'What really makes the i5 M60 xDrive special is its straight-line speed. It's fast as hell, and the launch control lays the theatrics on thick: The entire car vibrates leading up to an awesome display of electrified, head-tossing propulsion. But you can't really appreciate it in day-to-day commuting, and you have to really ask yourself: Is the potential of the M60 worth it over an i5 eDrive40 or xDrive? " Read the FIRST TEST of the 2024 BMW i5 M60 xDrive 9. 2024 i7 M70 | 11.5 seconds at 122.4 mph Once you get past its polarizing looks, you can welcome the 2024 BMW i7 M70 into the stable of the ten fastest BMW cars ever tested. The plus-sized all-electric BMW sedan tips the scales at over three tons and yet still completes the zero-to-sixty sprint in just over three seconds. In addition to its remarkable speed, this monster boasted a hefty ($194,645 as-tested) price, surprising handling and performance, and a fold-down widescreen TV for back seat passengers, among other upscale amenities befitting a version of BMW's flagship sedan. Here's a take from our First Test of the i7 M70: 'BMW claims a 0-60-mph time of 3.5 seconds, but our test team recorded a 3.2-second blast. Many EVs are crazy quick—3.2 is the same as we've seen from a Rivian R1T pickup truck on off-road tires—but even still, that's a ridiculous time for a huge luxury car with reclining, massaging rear seats and a fold-down 34-inch rear entertainment screen.' Read the FIRST TEST of the 2024 BMW i7 M70 10. 2023 BMW iX M60 | 11.5 seconds at 121.6 mph Behold, the only SUV to grace the list of the ten fastest BMWs MotorTrend has ever tested, and it's an EV to boot. This electric people-mover didn't amaze us aesthetically, but it really threw down on the test track, establishing its place near the top of the heap among the heavy-yet-exciting electric SUVs. Here's what we had to say about the iX M60's capabilities in our First Test of the fastest BMW SUV we've strapped our test gear onto: "Our test figures, while not exceptional, don't really dispute our prior conclusion: that it is a surprisingly fun electric SUV to drive. It also lacks any major compromises in pursuit of Ultimate Driving Machinations. The ride is comfortable, even in the Sport and Sport Plus drive modes, and the iX is very spacious and deathly quiet.' Read the FIRST TEST of the 2023 BMW iX M60 What's the Fastest BMW SUV MotorTrend has ever tested? The answer is already on the list—it's the 2023 iX M60. The big SUV beats out the even bigger M-Division developed 2024 XM Label, which covered the quarter mile in 11.6 seconds at 122.6 mph, and the 2020 X6M Competition (11.6 seconds in the quarter mile at 119.5 mph). The fastest SUV ever tested at MotorTrend is the 2025 Rivian R1S Quad Max Ascend with an insane 10.5 second quarter mile at 128.2 mph. The Fastest BMWs MotorTrend Has Ever Tested 1. 2022 BMW M5 CS | 10.7 seconds at 129.7 mph 2. 2023 BMW M4 CSL | 11.1 seconds at 128.8 mph 3. 2018 BMW M5 | 11.1 seconds at 126.7 mph 4. 2022 BMW M3 Competition (xDrive) | 11.1 seconds at 124.7 mph 5. 2025 BMW M5 Touring | 11.2 seconds at 126.1 mph 6. 2020 BMW M8 Competition Coupe | 11.4 seconds at 124.6 mph 7. 2022 BMW Alpina B8 Gran Coupe | 11.4 seconds at 123.0 mph 8. 2024 BMW i5 M60 xDrive | 11.5 seconds at 124 mph 9. 2024 BMW i7 M70 | 11.5 seconds at 122.4 mph 10. 2023 BMW iX M60 | 11.5 seconds at 121.6 mph
