Efficiency & Charging
8.5/10
Performance & Driving Dynamics
10/10
Interior & Technology
9.5/10
Practicality & Usability
5.5/10
Value & Running Costs
5/10
Overall
7.5/10
Overview
The Rimac Nevera is a fully-electric hypercar rewriting the rulebook for electric performance - just look at its Nürburgring lap record of 7:05.298. Developed and manufactured by Croatia-based Rimac Automobili, this all-electric hyper GT is a masterclass in vertical integration, with almost all its core components engineered completely in-house. Positioned at the apex of the automotive market, the Nevera is limited to a global production run of just 150 units with deliveries starting in August 2022. It is an ultra-exclusive, £2m+, limited-run hypercar that challenges established ICE hypercars from Bugatti and Koenigsegg and electric offerings like the Pininfarina Battista and Yangwang U9 Extreme.
Design
The exterior design of the Nevera blends dramatic hypercar proportions with highly advanced aerodynamics. Its low-slung, wide stance is defined by a sleek carbon fibre monocoque with an integrated carbon roof. Distinctive butterfly doors swing upwards and forwards. Every vent, intake, and curve is designed to serve a dual purpose; cooling the immensely powerful electrical systems, and managing airflow. The active aero system includes a front bonnet flap, an underbody flap, a rear diffuser, and a prominent rear wing that all automatically and independantly adjust to optimise downforce on high-speed corners or act as an airbrake under heavy braking. The carbon tub is a single piece including the front and rear crash structures and roof, weighing under 200kg.
Interior
Inside the cabin, the Nevera contrasts its brutal performance with a luxurious, tech-focused, and highly customisable grand-tourer environment. The cockpit features a clean, minimalist layout dominated by three high-definition screens: a digital driver display, a central infotainment touchscreen, and a dedicated passenger display showing real-time performance metrics. Rimac uses physical, tactile aluminium rotary dials that allow the driver to adjust driving modes, power distribution, and torque vectoring settings on the fly without digging through menus. The seating position looks low and aggressive, though taller occupants may find headroom slightly restricted, as is the case with almost all hypercars. In-house-designed high-quality materials like alcantara, premium leather, and exposed glossy carbon fibre line every surface, creating a bespoke, high-end atmosphere that is expected at this price. However, whilst the carbon tub helps with safety and structual integrity, it also increases the cabin noise, according to most people who have driven it. And, Rimac have not added any synthetic sounds.
Performance & Powertrains
The Nevera delivers a staggering 1,914 horsepower and 2,340 Nm of torque through a quad-motor setup. Each wheel is driven by its own independent permanent-magnet synchronous motor, allowing for ultra-precise torque vectoring that calculates adjustments 100 times per second. This enables the Nevera to rocket from 0-60 mph in 1.74 seconds with a 1ft roll-out, hit 186 mph (300 km/h) in just 9.22 seconds, and reach a top speed of 258 mph that set the record at the time, all in Rimac's own tests. Energising this setup is an in-house developed 120 kWh battery pack arranged in a rigid H-shape structure that sits low in the chassis to improve weight distribution. The car delivers a WLTP range of 303 miles, though dropping to aroudn 250 miles in real-world tests. When it comes to charging, the Nevera utilises an 730V architecture capable of ultra-rapid DC charging at speeds up to 500 kW, allowing a 0-80% charge in just 19 minutes according to Rimac. The Nevera apparently drives supprisingly well with a smooth ride and well-weighted steering. Some say the ride in Comfort is so good you barely feel uneven road surfaces.
Practicality
Everyday usability isn't what this vehicle was designed for, the Nevera offers minimal practical cabin storage space, limited to small door pockets and minor console cubbies. Rear visibility is heavily compromised by the low roofline and aerodynamic bodywork, though a comprehensive array of 360-degree cameras mitigate this issue. Luggage space is located at the rear of the vehicle, offering a compact 100 litres of boot volume. Seating is limited to 2, but the adaptive double-wishbone suspension features a hydraulic lift system that raises the nose to safely clear speed bumps and steep driveways in urban environments.
Buying
Securing a Rimac Nevera requires an extraordinarily deep pocket, with the standard model having a base price of approximately £1.72 million. Because each vehicle is built entirely to the buyer's precise specification, traditional trim levels do not exist, every car is unique and custom ordered. No other rivals even come close to the Nevera's price or performance, exept Rimac's own Nevera R and the Pininfarina Battista.