How about 0-60 in under 4 seconds and full torque available from 0-5000 rpms?
It's not a beauty, but it sure is quick:
This story is from 2003 and the technology has only improved:
http://www.forbes.com/resourceful/2003/10/21/cx_dl_1021vow.html
The Tesla looks better, but still has that kit car look, IMHO.
We'll see more attractive, faster and longer range electric cars very soon and I'll have no problem image-wise buying one!
Best,
Kurt