The Nikola NZT made a wild entrance into the UTV market by smashing its competition with one weapon: electric power. With up to 590 horsepower, a 0 to 60 mph time of 3.5 seconds and a range of up to 150 miles, this all-electric side-by-side set out to be the fastest UTV in the world.
What makes the Nikola NZT the world's fastest UTV?
Their UTVs have motors of up to 440 kW with 0 to 60 times of 3.5 seconds. The NZT is incredibly powerful, so it has to be incredibly safe as well. A 2-inch roll cage made from military-grade steel is installed atop a rugged chassis ready to handle your most insane driving. As New Atlas reported, the flagship version packs roughly 3.5 times more horsepower than its nearest combustion rival.
What is the Nikola NZT range and charging time?
The battery has a range of 90 to 150 miles, depending on which battery option you choose. It takes only three hours to charge and get you going for more fun. The NZT also offers substantial space compared to other UTVs of the same size. There is even a 12.2-inch infotainment system, in a UTV.
How many power levels does the NZT offer?
Thanks to its electric powerplant, the NZT requires no air to operate, making it fully waterproof. You can order it with four different power levels, from 280 hp up to an insane 590 hp. Reserving one originally required no deposit, underlining how confident Nikola was in this electric side-by-side. The model was previewed in full on the Nikola Motors site.
Where to find electric off-road machines like the NZT
If the Nikola NZT fuels your appetite for electric off-roaders, TheArsenale curates the same kind of extreme machines. Browse the cars collection and discover the Segway Villain off-road UTV, the electric EQUAD ATV and the giant-killing Tamiya Wild One Max electric buggy, all ready to tear up the dirt.
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