What is NXT Gen Cup?

NXT Gen Cup is the world’s first and only fully electric junior touring car racing series, holding its inaugural season in 2023.

Sustainability and the environment are in our focus, as well as an activation on and off the track that is above the usual level.

The electrification makes a city presence possible, meaning that the activation and racing will reach a wider audience.

NXT Gen Cup is created to deliver a platform for the new generation race drivers - aged 15 to 25 years - to start their racing careers.

The LRT NXT1 race car is developed and built by the NXT Gen Cup organisation and is based on the fully electric MINI Cooper SE road car. The race car has a 30kWh battery, 180hp with 60hp extra in a push-to-pass functionality and weighs only 1150kg.

NXT Gen Cup ran its first season in 2023 and delivered six successful race weekends, 12 race heats and Elias Adestam as the first champion. The races were held in Sweden and Germany.

NXT Gen Cup runs all the cars in the championship in an “arrive-and-drive” package to give all drivers equal machinery but also to keep the costs down for the drivers.

All charging of the race cars is handled by the NXT Gen Cup organisation and is possible due to the use of power banks and fast chargers.

What does it cost to drive?

The cost for a full season, which includes two test days and six race weekends, is 80.00€. Sign up for further information.

What is the prize for the champion?

To be announced soon - it will be something special!

How young/old do I have to be to drive?

The minimum age is 14 and the maximum age is 25, pending FIA approval.

What kind of car is it?

The LRT NXT1 is based on the all-electric MINI Cooper SE road car, featuring 230hp and a 30kWh battery which is FIA certified. The total weight of the car is 1150kg.

Where can I get a closer look at the car?

During our race weekends! Please see the racing calendar here.

How fast are the cars?

The cars produce 230hp with instant power and torque thanks to the electric drivetrain. The cars have got a limited top speed of 180km/h.

How long are the races?

The races will be approximately 15 minutes long, pending circuit. The cars have been thoroughly tested in varying conditions, ensuring that the cars can be raced at full pace during this time with no loss of power.

How will the cars be charged?

ABB E-mobility, the official charging partner of NXT Gen Cup, providfes a bespoke and sustainable solution for charging at race weekends - learn more here.

My question isn’t answered here, what do I do?

Please contact us so that we can assist you further.