Detroit Electric SP:01

Look out Tesla, the motor city is launching its own all-electric automobile and they're resurrecting the old Detroit Electric marque, one of the first manufacturers of electric cars. The company's first car will be a limited edition (999 unit) two-seat roadster that aims to be the fastest all-electric production car in the world. Just how fast? The car will hit a top speed of 155 mph and a 0-62 time of 3.7 seconds, an impressive time that is comparable to some Ferraris and Lamborghinis. As for range, the SP:01 will be able to travel up to 180 miles and can be fully charged in 4.3 hours from a 240V/32A power source. Look for the SP:01 to arrive in showrooms this August. $135,000, Detroit Electric

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2014 Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid

Porsche pulls the curtain on its first plug-in hybrid, the new 2014 Panamera S E-Hybrid. The sporty sedan is powered by a 416 hp engine that couples its gas engine with a 95 hp electric motor that helps the Panamera reach up to 80 mph in full-electric mode while traveling up to 20 miles on electric power alone. As for speed, 0-62 arrives in 5.5 seconds and it can hit a top speed of 167 mph. $100,000, Porsche

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Volkswagen XL1

No, its not a concept car or some elaborate sci-fi movie set prop, this is Volkswagen's most radical car they've ever put into production, the XL1 plug-in hybrid. The unique body isn't just for looks, the aerodynamic shell and low center of gravity optimizes performance and fuel efficiency. Inside, the car is powered by a two-cylinder TDI diesel and a lithium-ion powered electric motor that can cover a range of up to 30 miles without sipping one ounce of fuel. Now, its not the speediest car on the road with a 0-62 time of 12.7 seconds (100 mph top speed), though you can bet it will turn more than a few heads when it finally hits showrooms sometime this year. VW

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Cadillac ELR

The General takes the Volt's EREV (Extended Range Electric Vehicle) technology upmarket and presents the new and luxurious Cadillac ELR. The ELR is a new 2+2 coupe powered by a 1.4L Gas engine coupled with an electric motor which both work in unison to produce 207 hp and most importantly, allow for 300 miles of total range of which 35 miles of that range can be fueled completely by electricity alone. Charging can be done via a 120V or 240V outlet and a full charge can be completed in four and a half hours through a 240V outlet. The ELR will hit Cadillac showrooms in early 2014. Cadillac

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BMW i3 Coupe Concept

BMW continues to refine its electric car program with the debut of the i3 Coupe Concept. Inside the carbon fiber body lies a 170-hp electric motor with 184 lb-ft of torque. That power will get you speeding along for a total range of 100 miles on a full charge. The car will also feature a smartphone app that lets you share your smartphone's calendar, navigation data, and vehicle status. Via Autoblog

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Mercedes SLS AMG Coupe Electric Drive

Merecedes gives its flagship SLS supercar a proper 21st century overhaul with the unveiling of the SLS AMG Electric Drive. Merc has swapped out the V8 for a monster of an electric engine: four electric motors that produce 740 horsepower and 737 lb-ft of torque. With a 0-62 time of 3.9 seconds, all that power will have you quickly (and silently) creeping up beside the best of the gas-powered supercars. As for charging and range, the car will need 3 hours for a full charge with a special "wall-box" installation or 20 hours without it. Once the 72 lithium ion cells are fully juiced, the car can cover a range of up to 155 miles. Look for the SLS AMG Coupe Electric drive to hit show rooms next summer for $530,000.

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Fisker Atlantic

Fisker is following up the Karma super-sedan with a sporty and compact sedan called the Atlantic. The coupe-like four door follows the same curvaceous design language as its bigger brother and will be powered by a four-cylinder gas/electric hybrid "EVer" powertrain which will power your choice of a rear wheel drive or all wheel drive model. Link

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Morgan Electric Plus E

Traditional British motoring comes into the 21st century with Morgan's potential entry into the electric car market, the Electric Plus E. The Electric Plus E isn't simply a Plus 8 with an electric motor shoehorned under the hood, they used a 94hp Zytek electric motor that's mated to a five-speed manual transmission. How's it work? Well, when you hit the clutch, electric controls seamlessly match revs for a perfect gear change. Easy as that. As for production, Morgan is hoping to gather enough excitement from its debut at the Geneva Auto Show to move the Plus E onto the manufacturing line. If you ask us, an all-electric Morgan with a five-speed manual gearbox is a winner in our book. Link

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Audi A3 e-tron

Audi is launching an all electric A3 e-tron pilot program that puts a 26kW lithium-ion battery under the hood to power the car for up to a 90 mile range and a top speed of 90 mph. For those interested the program will be available in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Denver, and Washington D.C.. Link

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Tesla Model X

Set for release in 2014, the Tesla Model X is the company's new Crossover which will be available in both rear and all-wheel-drive. So just how fast will you be able to get the kids to soccer practice in the Model X? The AWD model is said to hit 60mph in just 4.4 seconds which is as fast as their top of the line Model S sedan. If you want one early, Tesla will be releasing a "Signature Series" model in 2013 and pricing is said to be between $50,000 and $70,000. Link

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