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Tesla officially says 0-60 in 4.4, but MotorTrend tested it at 3.9 sec
Tesla officially says 0-60 in 4.4, but MotorTrend tested it at 3.9 seconds.
Edmunds tested it at 4.0 seconds in 0 to 60.
The Tesla Model S was Motor Trend, Automobile magazine, and Yahoo auto car of the year for 2013.
Because of the electric engine, the response is so quick and fast. For me, the car this is replacing is a 2006 Maserati Quattroporte Sport. The Tesla would blow my Maserati away it wouldn't even be close.
Here is the car being replaced:
Here are some clips of Tesla Model S drag racing:
Against a Dodge Viper:
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Against a BMW M5:
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All of this in an electric car with an almost 300 mile range. For me, this wasn't just about being green. It was the total package. The performance had a lot lot to do with it. I wasn't in the market for a Chevy Volt or a Nissan Leaf, not that there is anything wrong with those cars. Just not for me.
New arrival! Going green!!
I got this a few days ago. So far, I'm having a blast with this. It is fast and fun to drive. The response is instantaneous. No longer having to go to the gas station is a big plus. I wonder though, if these cars may end up being analogous to quartz watch...
I saw one 're-fueling'...
I saw one 're-fueling' (or rather recharging) at a local Walgreen's Pharmacy store that has an electrical recharge station. I wonder how long that takes? I still like the idea behind a plug-in version of a Toyota Prius, for example. I don't know, maybe I'...
This car fully charged has a range of about 265 miles.
This car fully charged has a range of about 265 miles (300 miles under ideal conditions). I usually plug in at home and I get a charge of about 32 miles per hour. With my driving habits I only have to charge every few days. I have on order a high powered ...
0 to 60 miles per hour in 4 sec ???? really??
This is mighty quick, Porsche, Ferrari, etc. territory:} for a seven seater!!! Cheers, Francois
Tesla officially says 0-60 in 4.4, but MotorTrend tested it at 3.9 sec
Tesla officially says 0-60 in 4.4, but MotorTrend tested it at 3.9 seconds. Edmunds tested it at 4.0 seconds in 0 to 60. The Tesla Model S was Motor Trend, Automobile magazine, and Yahoo auto car of the year for 2013. Because of the electric engine, the r...
Jiminy crickets. Holy cra . . .
. . . yfish. Unreal. Totally unaware the Tesla had that kind of sheer power . . .
Fantastic performance ....
.. but i do fear a bit the exhilaration missing without the engine noise and probably very linear power delivery. I once had the chance to drive a 60 odd hp electric Mitsubishi iMiev, at first i was amazed by the take off and ease ... but soon got tired o...
Hi Sandgroper
Yes it is that quick, really ! I will have mine on order very soon, actually I am ordering the model X which is not yet available. This is truly a remarkable car and to me marks a major milestone in US automotive progress. The Tesla is made in California ...
Hi David, how are you, this car is very quick indeed....
and time goes extremely fast too:) I remember you telling us in Perth during our lunch in Kings Park that you had ordered one:) impressive car indeed, very clever mob in California. Cheers, Francois
Cool looking greenie....
with performance to match! The rear child seats are a nice touch and very practical as well, leaving more room for adults. Must be quiet too. Thanks for sharing. fernando
Nice one
It looks quite nice and seems like out a Sci-Fi movie. The rear is a bit too much AM Rapide like , but quite nice still. Enjoy it. Dje
its a really nice looking car. i hope it is as good as you expect
i dont think i'd want to put any children in those rear seats though. their heads look a bit close to the rear window for my liking. please give us an update after a few months of ownership. Graham
Congrats on your Tesla Model S purchase!
I'm green with envy (pun intended) I'm starting to finally see an occasional Tesla Model S on the roads here in CA. For the past several weeks, been seeing at least a couple each week on the roads. A month ago, I would only see maybe 1 a month but not it'...
You weren't whale watching Friday were you?
Someone was! I have the Tesla hat, drove the sports model but have yet to jump from my Insight into the full electric. I fear I would have to move out my Lotuses first to make room ... ...
Mister Caza !!!
I think the best thing you can do is to keep the Lotuses :-) ... . IMO the way to go is hybrid if you still want to enjoy the thrill of driving when you want to be environmental -friendly. Not Prius-hybrid off course but something like a light 1200 kilo c...
Congratulations, kojikabuto! I have several friends with the Tesla S and
they all are very much in love with theirs. Is that a Quattroporte in front, in the driveway? Cheers, TM
Tesla seems to be going strong...
They turned a profit for the first time this past quarter. A very good sign for the future.
I thought this tiny Tesla was all they made
Congratulations Omedato gozai mashita kojikabuto-san, I only knew about this baby Tesla back in 2010 when everyone in Hollywood was going 'green' and Tag Heure sponsored a world tour of energy awareness. Elon Musk (Tesla Motors), Jean-Christophe Babin (Ta...
What a coincidence...
I was just in a Tesla showroom today and thought the car looked fantastic. Seeing this in person made a big impression on me. It's not just electric; it's exciting. The few times one is going for a longer drive, one can use different car. I can't imagine ...
So nice, except for the rear facing child seats.
Made a bad impression on me, as children would be carried like luggage or, at least, to not bother the adults.