Elektron Quasar Moves From Renderings to a Carbon-Fiber Hypercar

Elektron Motors has finally shown the Quasar as a real car, turning a long-promised electric hypercar project into a physical carbon-fiber prototype. The German-based company was founded in 2020 by Turkish entrepreneur Armagan Arabul, who set out to build extreme electric performance cars under the Elektron name.

The Quasar was first announced in 2021, but the project was delayed, partly because of the pandemic. Early images appeared last year, although the car was still shown mostly through renderings and unfinished assembly-stage photos. Now the hypercar has made its full debut in a much more complete form.

Visually, the production-intent Quasar stays close to the original concept. Its low body, dramatic proportions and complex aerodynamic surfaces give it a look reminiscent of modern Koenigsegg models. The aero package is claimed to generate 1,000 kg of downforce at 300 km/h.

Elektron will also offer a Nordschleife package, adding active aerodynamic elements for buyers who want a more track-focused setup.

The cabin has changed more significantly from the early digital previews. The real Quasar gets a yoke-style steering wheel with multiple physical controls, a wide digital instrument display in a carbon-fiber frame and a vertical infotainment screen on a two-level center console.

The interior mixes exposed carbon with a more traditional high-end finish. The debut car has carbon bucket seats with separate cushions, blue suede upholstery and white contrast stitching.

The technical numbers are the headline. Four independent electric motors produce a combined 2,413 hp and 2,790 Nm of torque. Elektron claims the Quasar weighs 1,427 kg, which would give it an extreme power-to-weight ratio.

Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h is claimed at just 1.65 seconds. The theoretical top speed is 525 km/h, although the standard electronic limiter restricts it to 450 km/h.

The Quasar also includes a simulated eight-speed gearbox mode, designed to give the electric drivetrain a more mechanical driving feel. Its power electronics use silicon-carbide technology, while the 800-volt battery system will be offered with either 80 kWh or 103 kWh capacity.

Range is listed at 480 km for the smaller battery and 602 km for the larger pack. DC fast charging can take the battery to 85% in 15 minutes.

The structure is built around a carbon-fiber monocoque, with all exterior panels made from the same material. Both axles use push-rod suspension mounted to subframes, with adaptive dampers and a ride-height adjustment range of 30 mm.

Braking is handled by carbon-ceramic discs, supported by regenerative braking and an additional vacuum pump.

Elektron plans to build only 99 units of the Quasar. Orders are already open, although final pricing has not been confirmed. Last year, the company indicated a starting price of at least €2.2 million, but the latest announcement focuses instead on extensive customization, suggesting each car will be priced individually.