6=. Tesla Model S Plaid – 1006bhp

After nearly two years away, the Tesla Model S is back with a bang. Supply chain issues and the introduction of a long-awaited mid-life refresh were the cause of the hiatus, but now the pioneering EV executive saloon has arrived in showrooms and is joined for the first time by the flagship Plaid model that packs 1006bhp. Using a three-motor layout (one at the front and two at the rear), the five-door machine is claimed to achieve 0-60mph in 1.99sec, a 200mph top speed and a range of up to 396 miles. Externally, the Model S looks very similar to the old car, but the interior has received a complete overhaul, with improved materials and (naturally) an even larger infotainment touchscreen that now measures 17in. There’s also the option of the brand’s, ahem, bold yoke-style steering wheel.

6=. Tesla Model X – 1006bhp

Like the Model S, the high-riding Model X has been absent from Tesla price lists for the past couple of years. Given it shares essentially the same running gear, it’s no surprise that the space-age SUV suffered from the same development delays, or that its Plaid range-topper has an identical 1006bhp output. If anything, this thumping power figure is even more outlandish here because the seven-seater Model X is more suited to family-friendly duties than being flung down a twisting back road. In fact, it’s difficult not to giggle at the thought of you and six friends being fired from 0-60mph in just 2.5sec, which is exactly as fast as it takes a Bugatti Veyron with just two on board. However, it’s arguably the Model X’s trademark ‘Falcon’ gullwing rear doors that attract the most attention.

7=. Maserati Granturismo Folgore – 751bhp

Maserati is the latest legacy brand to join the EV party but it wasted no time in making an impact. Based on the all-new Granturismo, which is also available with ICE power, the all-electric Folgore uses a trio of motors (two at the back, one at the front) to deliver an impressive 751bhp. Moreover, the Maserati is actually running in a heavily detuned state because of the power demand limitations of its 83kWh battery. Without restrictions, the Folgore would generate an incredible 1200bhp. Even so, the Maserati is still quick, clocking a claimed 2.7sec for 0-62mph and running all the way to 199mph. The two rear motors deliver torque vectoring, so the Granturismo feels remarkably agile, adjustable and engaging on the move. A range of 280 miles is good but if great, but the clever layout of the battery in the transmission tunnel means there’s just enough space for four inside the classy cabin.