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Aspark OWL Prototype (435 Hp) Electric
Overall Rating
Aspark OWL:
The Aspark Owl is an all-electric battery-powered sports car designed by Japanese engineering firm Aspark, under development since 2018, with the goal of making the fastest accelerating electric car. It will be built by Manifattura Automobili Torino in Italy. Aspark plans a production run of 50 vehicles, each with a list price of €2. 5 million. The Owl was publicly unveiled in concept form at the 2017 Frankfurt Auto Show, and the production version was unveiled in November 2019 at the Dubai International Motor Show....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Prototype Overview:
Aspark OWL (Prototype). Weighing only 850 kg, it’s quite light. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 2 s). The top speed reaches 280 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Aspark OWL Prototype, as a low-volume, high-performance vehicle, has not undergone Euro NCAP safety testing. Its primary focus is extreme performance rather than mass-market safety ratings.
(435 Hp) Electric Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers blistering acceleration with a 0-60mph time of just 1.9 seconds, showcasing the immense instant torque and power delivery of its electric powertrain. Top speed is respectable for an early EV hypercar.
Fuel Economy
With an all-electric range of 150 km (approx 93 miles), the economy is secondary to performance. It's suitable for short, intense drives rather than long-distance touring, typical for a hypercar prototype.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • World-beating acceleration (0-60mph in 1.9 seconds)
- • Striking, ultra-low hypercar design
- • Advanced all-electric powertrain technology
- • All-wheel drive for superior traction
- • Pioneering electric hypercar development
Cons:
- • Limited electric range (150 km)
- • Extremely low ride height (90 mm) limits practicality
- • Prototype status implies limited availability and high cost
- • Likely very stiff ride and minimal comfort
- • Two-seater, minimal cargo space
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Aspark |
| Model: | OWL |
| Generation: | Prototype |
| Modification (Engine): | (435 Hp) Electric |
| Start of production: | 2017 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | BEV (Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Electricity |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 280 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 2 kg/Hp, 511.8 Hp/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 1.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 850 |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4830 mm |
| Width: | 1935 mm |
| Height: | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2757 mm |
| Front track: | 1603 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1552 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 90 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 1 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 275/30 R19; 355/30 R20 |
| Wheel rims size | 19; 20 |
| Electric: | |
|---|---|
| System power: | 435 Hp |
| All-electric range: | 150 km |
| Electric motor power: | 435 Hp |
| Electric motor Torque: | 764 Nm |
If you could change one thing about the Aspark OWL, what would it be?