Formula E isn’t just tweaking things with its new Gen4 car, it’s making a statement. This feels less like an upgrade and more like a shift in direction, especially with how much emphasis is now being placed on outright speed.
The Gen4 machine is set to arrive in the 2026/27 season, and from what’s been revealed so far, it’s a big jump from what we’ve seen before. Top speeds are expected to go past 335 km/h, and the 0–100 km/h time is around 1.8 seconds. That’s quick enough to start putting it in conversations it wasn’t part of earlier, especially when compared to categories like Formula 2.
Then there’s the power. The jump to 600 kW in attack mode and qualifying is massive, roughly around the 800 horsepower mark. For a series that was once more about efficiency than outright pace, this is a noticeable change in approach.
What stands out with the Gen4 revolution
What really stands out with Gen4 isn’t just the numbers, it’s how the car is expected to behave on track. There’s a stronger push towards all-wheel drive usage across more situations, not just limited bursts. That should make a difference in traction, especially off the line, and could make races feel a lot more intense.
The car itself is also larger and more aggressive in design compared to previous generations. Aerodynamics, tyre grip, and overall stability have all been worked on to match the added power. With manufacturers like Porsche, Jaguar, Nissan, Stellantis, Mahindra, and Lola Cars involved, there’s clearly a lot going into how this car will evolve before it actually starts racing.
People at the top have already hinted at what this means. Jeff Dodds has described it as a clear step forward in performance, while Mohammed Ben Sulayem sees it as a sign of where electric racing is heading.
For a long time, Formula E has been about proving a concept. With Gen4, it feels like that phase is over. Now it’s more about pushing limits and showing how far this type of racing can actually go.
If it delivers the way it’s expected to, Gen4 won’t just change how Formula E looks. It might change how seriously electric racing is taken across the board.