Tesla Motors – Model S
Specs on Model S
Range - up to 480 kms
Acceleration – 0 to 100kph approx 5.6 secs
Top Speed – 190 kph
Seats – 5 adults + 2 kids
Front cargo space
Rear hatch
Flat folding rear seat
17 inch touchscreen
Pure Electric
Charge Time – 16 hours
QuickCharge – 45 mins
Battery Swap – 5 mins
Drivetrain – single speed
Price
Starts at USD $49,900
In Brief
Delivery of the Model S commences in 2011 – Tesla state they have already received 1,000 pre-orders and when you look at the specs of this futuristic car it’s easy to see how everyone would want one.
It has a liquid cooled, floor mounted battery pack. The single speed gearbox delivers 100% torque all the time giving sportscar like acceleration and performance – no jerky changes and virtually noiseless.
With a ton of room – hatch with flat folding rear seat and extra cargo compartment where the engine would normally reside – this is a family car with all the fruit.
