Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only

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Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only

Meet the Pininfarina Battista. When it arrives in 2020 in full production form, the pure electric hyper GT will be the single most powerful road-legal car ever designed and built in Italy, boasting ridiculous four figure outputs of 1,900 hp and 2,300 Nm of torque.

At 1,900 hp, the Battista is twice as powerful as a Formula One car, enabling it to sprint from zero to 100 km/h in under two seconds (also quicker than an F1 car). The 0-300 km/h sprint can be done in under 12 seconds before achieving a top speed of at least 350 km/h (theoretical top speed is said to be 402 km/h).

Power comes from four electric motors (permanent magnet reduction system) that independently distribute power to each wheel, allowing all the benefits of modern torque vectoring. The motors are also said to be maintenance-free for life.

Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only

The cooling system comprises five radiators that also help regulate the temperature of the T-shaped 120 kWh lithium/manganese/nickel battery pack (liquid cooled). The battery, which is supplied by Rimac Automobili, enables a driving range of 450 km on a full charge. DC fast charging is supported, although no details have been released as yet.

Stopping power comes from a set of four huge 390-mm carbon ceramic discs with six-piston monoblock calipers, offering fade-free braking performance that’s also said to give “hugely effective” brake regeneration. These hide within the 21-inch wheels, shod with custom-made Pirelli P Zero tyres.

Interestingly, customers get to set their own bespoke sound settings with no artificial amplification. Pininfarina is developing a signature sound for the Battista, which is partly legislative – some markets ruled that EVs travelling below 50 km/h must have an audible presence – and also to give it a hyper-personality. The components involved in producing the sounds include the e-motors, air flow, HVAC system and carbon-fibre monocoque resonance.

Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only

Speaking of which, the Battista is built upon a full carbon-fibre monocoque structure with bonded carbon roof, and it gets a carbon-fibre/aluminium crash structure for the front and rear. This, combined with the battery’s placement and the low centre of gravity, makes the car feel “lithe, agile and exciting,” says the automaker. As a bonus, the doors swing out and upwards in a tilted ‘butterfly’ fashion.

Design-wise, the car is inspired by famous Pininfarina designs such as the Cisitalia 202, Ferrari Dino Berlinetta Speciale, Ferrari Modulo, and Sintesi concept cars, each of which are ‘ahead of its time’. The Battista wears the classic cab forward, long sloping rear end proportions of a supercar, and it comes with active rear aero flaps to aid downforce. Between the rear wings is the charging port which pulsates to indicate charging status.

Inside, the Battista is very evidently driver-centric. There are two freestanding displays positioned to the left and right of the steering wheel. The left display controls dynamics and performance, while the right provides multimedia info and navigation. There’s also a third, small display right behind the steering wheel.

The hexagonal-shaped steering wheel comes with a 12 o’ clock marker, complete with built-in signal indicators that can be quickly accessed via one’s two thumbs. There’s also what appears to be a set of four paddles – two on top as per conventional steering wheels, and two more at the four and eight o’clock positions. A pair of rotary controls are present as well, although their functions aren’t known for now.

The centre dash gets a row of toggle switches for quick access to basic car controls, and below that rests the rotary gear shifter with an integrated display screen in the middle. The drive mode dial is located on the driver’s door, granting a total of five driving modes, including one that reads Furiosa. Sounds more badass than Ludicrous, don’t you think?

Lastly, production of the Battista will only be limited to 150 units, each of which can be customised according to the owners’ tastes. All will be hand-built in Cambiano, Italy. For those wondering, the Battista is the realisation of a long-held family dream, stemming from the founding days of the company. Battista Farina was its founder, and the Pininfarina brand will celebrate its 90th anniversary next year.

GALLERY: Pininfarina Battista at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show

Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only
Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only
Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only
Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only
Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only

Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only
Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only
Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only
Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only
Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only

Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only
Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only
Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only
Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only
Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only

Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only
Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only
Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only
Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only
Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only


GALLERY: Pininfarina Battista official photos
Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only
Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only
Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only
Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only
Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only

Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only
Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only
Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only
Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only
Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only

Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only
Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only
Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only
Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only
Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only

Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only
Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only
Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only
Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only
Pininfarina Battista – 1,900 hp, 2,300 Nm pure electric hyper GT; 0-100 km/h in under 2 secs, 150 units only

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Comments

  • Abdul on Apr 05, 2019 at 2:20 pm

    Nobody knows how much hp is in a formula 1 car, plus basing on rumours from manufacturers such as ferrari, Honda and Mercedes, its around the 1050 hp mark but nobody can confirm. So wat u said about this car having double the power of an f1 car is a serious accusation. C’mon guys, u r a big firm, dont make silly mistakes

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    • YB Kunta Kinte on Apr 05, 2019 at 4:42 pm

      Everybody is moving into electrification. See the power of electrification. 1900 Bhp and below 2 sec is amazing. Even Ferrari now is moving into electrification despite being a hardcore petrol kaki.

      I really hope my sleepy Proton wakes up. Until today, not only EV don’t have, even Hybrid also don’t have. Hybrid is a 14 year old technology

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      • redpilled on Apr 08, 2019 at 12:39 pm

        what the hell does this article got to do with P1? and why limit to just P1? at least they got prototype homegrown EV tech (as to why its not in production, go ask them directly instead of making insinuations based on your imaginations instead of facts), what does P2 have? only hybrid showcase last Nov, itu pun Daihatsu punya tech, sndiri bikin tarak, tongkat mau pakai… running proto pun tarak- cakap saja, buang air liur…

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    • Mr. Octopus on Apr 05, 2019 at 6:11 pm

      If you know about engines & electrical motors, you will know that it is much, much more easier to produce huge power from an electric motor than an internal combustion engine. Judging from the size of the motors that can fit into these cars, 2000hp is just the beginning.

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    • John Makan Kuih Lapis 10X on Apr 05, 2019 at 6:15 pm

      Habis lah Veyron and the wannabe Veyron Owner.

      This is now No 1

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    • Alonso on Apr 06, 2019 at 2:05 pm

      Only u don’t know

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    • Nicholas Lee on Apr 06, 2019 at 2:07 pm

      I thought you said nobody knows how much HP there is? Yet you believe rumors that say it is around 1050hp? So, is there a figure or not, your sentences contradict each other. Blow water pandai la you

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  • Yeah on Apr 05, 2019 at 2:52 pm

    Looks a bit too similar to the Ferrari 488 GTB, especially from the front and side. Ironic since the 488 was designed by Ferrari in-house styling team, not Pininfarina.

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  • StingerKia on Apr 05, 2019 at 2:52 pm

    Beautiful car, love it!!

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  • Nick on Apr 05, 2019 at 4:04 pm

    Bellezza Italiana, muakkkkssss.

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  • venven81 on Apr 05, 2019 at 4:21 pm

    this is the true meaning of hypercar!!!beautiful…

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  • seancorr (Member) on Apr 05, 2019 at 6:17 pm

    I guess Battista has one too?

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  • jc on Apr 06, 2019 at 10:20 am

    looks better than recent ferrari 488 pista

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  • Api Tuq on Apr 08, 2019 at 10:30 am

    I’m gonna get this car. But the article doesn’t mention the price. I hope it is less than RM30 million. I can’t afford more than that.

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