Verstappen Praises Formula E’s New Gen4 Cars as a ‘Cool’ Step Forward
Red Bull’s Max Verstappen, once skeptical of Formula E’s Gen3, praised the new Gen4, calling it “cool.” The electric racers now deliver 600 kW in Attack Mode, 335 km/h top speed and 0‑100 km/h in 1.8 seconds, a performance jump that even F1 champions notice.
Max Verstappen, who dismissed Formula E’s Gen3 cars, now praises the Gen4. In a chat with Motorsport Week, he called the new car “cool” and said his endorsement adds credibility to the electric championship.
Why it matters:
- The Gen4 narrows the performance gap with traditional single‑seaters, helping attract fans and sponsors.
- An F1 champion’s endorsement boosts the series’ profile and may lure more manufacturers.
The details:
- Power: 450 kW (≈600 bhp) in race trim, up to 600 kW (≈800 bhp) in Attack Mode.
- Top speed: 335 km/h; 0‑100 km/h: ~1.8 seconds.
- Battery & drivetrain: upgraded cells and cooling for longer bursts and better recovery.
- Verstappen’s quote: “When Gen3 was revealed I wasn’t sure, but now I think it’s cool. If the F1 guys are validating it, that’s great for the series.”
What's next:
- Gen4 cars debut in 2026, starting with Diriyah and Mexico.
- Teams have a short window to refine setups, likely spurring a rapid learning curve.
- Expect more cross‑disciplinary testing as F1 teams explore Formula E tech for future hybrids.
The shift underscores Formula E’s ambition to become a genuine rival to traditional single‑seaters, now with the sport’s biggest star on board.
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