Ford’s Mustang Cobra Jet 2200 Smashes EV Quarter-Mile Record with 6.87-Second Run

Ford Racing’s Mustang Cobra Jet 2200 has shattered the electric vehicle (EV) quarter-mile record, completing the run in 6.87 seconds at 221 mph during an NHRA event in Charlotte, North Carolina.

The milestone run not only set a new world record for EVs but also eclipsed Ford’s own previous EV record of 7.62 seconds, achieved by the Cobra Jet 1800 in September 2025, by a commanding 0.75 seconds.

Record-Breaking Powertrain and Efficiency

The Cobra Jet 2200 delivers a staggering 2,200 horsepower to the wheels, thanks to a newly engineered electric motor and inverter system. Unlike its predecessor, which used four motors and inverters, the 2200 employs a dual-motor setup to reduce complexity and improve efficiency to 98 percent.

This redesign also slashes weight by half while boosting overall power by 600 horsepower. The vehicle operates on a 900-volt architecture paired with a 32 kWh battery, capable of charging in just 20 minutes—well within the NHRA’s 45-minute turnaround requirement.

Innovative Features for Racing Dominance

The Cobra Jet 2200 incorporates several unconventional features tailored for drag racing:

• A clutch system enabling instant power delivery for maximum acceleration.
• A multi-speed transmission that keeps the car in its optimal power band throughout the run, potentially shaving up to a second off the quarter-mile time.
• A tuned battery design for improved weight distribution and traction.
• A pyrotechnic circuit breaker that uses a small explosive charge to sever the high-voltage connection instantly, complying with NHRA safety protocols.

Future Tech for Consumer Vehicles?

While the Cobra Jet 2200’s high-efficiency motors and 900-volt system could eventually influence consumer EVs, major U.S. automakers are currently scaling back investments in battery-electric vehicles (BEVs).

Ford recently announced plans to revamp the F-150 Lightning as an extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) with a gas generator, and GM has delayed its next-generation full-size EV trucks and SUVs amid rising gasoline prices.