Pickup trucks don’t have to be slow, and many are surprisingly quick due to strong power-to-weight ratios. While their primary focus is often on hauling and towing with low-end torque, some manufacturers equip their trucks with impressive acceleration.
These high-performance models showcase that utility and speed can coexist, making them stand out in a segment typically associated with work rather than performance.
A ranking of the 12 quickest production trucks was compiled based on 0–60 mph times, with quarter-mile results and trap speeds used as tiebreakers when necessary.
The list includes a mix of powerful street trucks, off-road-ready models, luxury pickups, and even an electric truck, proving that acceleration isn’t exclusive to sports cars. The top 10 trucks are not only fast for their class but also competitive by broader performance standards.
1. 2024 Tesla Cybertruck Beast Tri-Motor
The 2024 Tesla Cybertruck Beast Tri-Motor is the ultimate performance version of Tesla’s futuristic pickup, boasting 845 horsepower and a relatively light curb weight. This combination allows it to rocket from 0 to 60 mph in just 2.5 seconds, making it one of the quickest production trucks ever.
While its speed is undeniably impressive, it might not be fast enough to outrun the critics who remain divided on its bold design and unconventional approach.
2. 2022 GMC Hummer EV
The 2022 GMC Hummer EV defies expectations by launching from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.0 seconds, despite its massive 4.5-ton weight. Powered by three electric motors producing 1,000 hp and 1,200 lb-ft of torque, this bulky yet powerful truck accelerates with astonishing speed.
While it edges out the Rivian R1T in a 0–60 sprint through sheer power, it falls slightly behind in the quarter-mile. Still, an 11.7-second run at 105.4 mph is an incredible feat for such a large and rugged vehicle.
3. 2022 Rivian R1T Quad Motor
The 2022 Rivian R1T Quad Motor embraces a modern, all-electric approach to performance, using four motors—one per wheel—producing 835 hp and 908 lb-ft of torque. Powered by a 135-kWh battery, this heavy but powerful truck rockets from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.1 seconds on road tires and 3.2 seconds on all-terrains.
Its quarter-mile times are equally impressive, clocking in at 11.6 seconds at 110.8 mph on standard tires and 11.7 seconds at 111.2 mph on all-terrains, placing it in Porsche-like performance territory.
Outpacing every gasoline-powered truck, the R1T is a full second quicker to 60 mph than the Ram 1500 TRX, a gas-guzzling powerhouse.
The 2024 version brings an updated Quad Motor setup producing over 1,000 hp, promising even greater performance. While official tests for the next-gen model are still pending, expectations are high that it will significantly surpass the already remarkable first-generation R1T Quad Motor.
4. 2023 Rivian R1T Dual Motor Performance
The 2023 Rivian R1T Dual Motor Performance proves that cutting the motor count in half doesn’t drastically impact speed, as it reaches 0–60 mph in just 3.3 seconds—only 0.2 seconds slower than the Quad Motor version.
While the original four-motor R1T impressed with its off-road prowess and handling, this two-motor variant delivers nearly identical performance, maintaining Rivian’s reputation for quick and capable electric pickups.
5. 2023 Ford F-150 Raptor R
The 2023 Ford F-150 Raptor R marked Ford’s powerful response to the Ram 1500 TRX, bringing a supercharged V-8 to the fight. Despite initially having slightly less power than the TRX, the Raptor R still outperformed it on the track, reaching 0–60 mph in just 3.7 seconds.
With an additional 20 horsepower for 2024, the Raptor R is expected to be even quicker, solidifying its place among the fastest high-performance off-road trucks.
6. 2024 Tesla Cybertruck Dual Motor
The 2024 Tesla Cybertruck Dual Motor edges out the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning with a slightly higher quarter-mile trap speed, despite both trucks posting identical 0–60 mph and quarter-mile times of 3.8 seconds and 12.6 seconds, respectively.
As the most affordable Cybertruck variant following the discontinuation of the single-motor version, it still delivers impressive performance, making it a standout in the electric truck segment.
7. 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Lariat Extended Range
The 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Lariat Extended Range may look like a traditional F-150, but its all-electric powertrain makes it anything but ordinary. By replacing the conventional engine with large batteries and electric motors, Ford has transformed its bestselling truck into a high-performance EV.
In its lighter Lariat configuration, the Lightning accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.8 seconds, making it quicker than most gas-powered trucks on the road. Even the slightly heavier Platinum trim remains impressively fast, reaching 60 mph in 4.0 seconds.
This level of performance highlights the growing potential of electric trucks, proving that power and efficiency can go hand in hand. While maintaining the familiar design and utility of the traditional F-150, the Lightning delivers instant torque and seamless acceleration, reinforcing the idea that EVs are not just the future but are already redefining expectations in the truck segment.
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8. 2022 Ram 1500 TRX
The 2022 Ram 1500 TRX is a powerhouse of an off-road truck, boasting a 702-hp 6.2-liter supercharged V-8 that immediately set it apart from the standard Ford F-150 Raptor.
With significantly more horsepower than its six-cylinder rival, the TRX rockets from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.9 seconds, proving its dominance on the dragstrip. While it once held the title of the quickest pickup, newer competition—such as the supercharged V-8-powered Ford Raptor R—has edged ahead with a 3.7-second sprint.
Despite losing its crown as the fastest truck, the TRX remains an impressive performance machine, delivering exhilarating speed alongside rugged off-road capability. When first tested in 2021, it clocked a slightly slower 4.1-second time but was still the quickest pickup at the time.
Though newer electric and high-performance gas trucks have since surpassed it, the TRX continues to be a benchmark for raw power and thrilling acceleration in the off-road truck segment.
9. 2023 Ford F-150 XLT FP700
The 2023 Ford F-150 XLT FP700 delivers impressive performance at a relatively low cost, thanks to Ford Performance’s FP700 kit, which boosts its 5.0-liter V-8 to 700 hp and 590 lb-ft of torque via a Whipple supercharger.
Along with a rear suspension lowering kit, 22-inch wheels, and some decals, this setup allows the lightweight, regular-cab, short-bed XLT trim to rocket from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.1 seconds, making it one of the quickest gas-powered F-150s available.
10. 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Pro
The 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Pro, the most basic version of the electric truck, still delivers impressive performance, reaching 0–60 mph in just 4.2 seconds. With dual electric motors producing at least 452 hp and 775 lb-ft of torque, its lightweight, no-frills design helps maximize acceleration, proving that even the entry-level Lightning is a powerhouse on the road.
11. 2008 Toyota Tundra TRD Supercharged
The 2008 Toyota Tundra TRD Supercharged remains one of the quickest production trucks ever tested, even a decade after its release. This high-performance variant featured TRD parts, including a supercharger, which could be installed at the dealership without voiding the factory warranty.
With a blistering 0–60 mph time of 4.4 seconds and a quarter-mile run of 13.0 seconds at 106.3 mph, the Tundra claimed the title of the fastest pickup during its time, showcasing Toyota’s commitment to performance alongside durability.
Powering this beast was a supercharged 5.7-liter V-8 producing 504 hp and 550 lb-ft of torque, mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. This combination gave the Tundra impressive straight-line speed, making it a standout among full-size trucks.
Though newer models have since surpassed its performance, the TRD Supercharged Tundra remains a legendary example of how Toyota blended reliability with exhilarating power.
12. 2025 Ram 1500 Tungsten H.O.
The 2025 Ram 1500 Tungsten H.O. features a High Output version of the Hurricane engine, exclusive to higher-end trims. With 540 hp and 521 lb-ft of torque, it overcomes its heavy luxury features to achieve a 0–60 mph time of 4.4 seconds. While it matches the supercharged 2008 Tundra in acceleration, the Tundra edges ahead in the quarter-mile, breaking the tie.
These trucks redefine expectations by blending power, performance, and practicality, proving that pickups can be more than just workhorses. Whether electric or gas-powered, off-road-ready or street-focused, each of these high-performance trucks showcases cutting-edge engineering and thrilling acceleration.
As technology advances and competition grows, we can expect even quicker and more capable trucks in the future, further pushing the limits of speed and utility in this evolving segment.
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