Tesla Model S Concept (2009)
Tesla Motors is now taking orders for the Tesla Model S, an all electric family sedan that carries seven people and travels 300 miles per charge.
The Tesla Model S, which carries its charger onboard, can be recharged from any 120V, 240V or 480V outlet, with the latter taking only 45 minutes. By recharging their car while they stop for a meal, drivers can go from LA to New York in approximately the same time as a gasoline car. Moreover, the floor-mounted battery pack is designed to be changed out in less time than it takes to fill a gas tank, allowing for the possibility of battery-pack swap stations.
Tesla expects to start Tesla Model S production in late 2011. The company believes it is close to receiving $350 million in federal loans to build the Tesla Model S assembly plant in California from the Dept of Energy's Advanced Technology Vehicle Manufacturing Program.
Building on Proven Technology
Tesla is the only production automaker already selling highway-capable EVs in North America or Europe. With 0-60 mph in 3.9 seconds, the Tesla Roadster outperforms almost all sports cars in its class yet is six times as energy efficient as gas guzzlers and delivers 244 miles per charge. Tesla has delivered nearly 300 Roadsters, and nearly 1,000 more customers are on the wait list.
Teslas do not require routine oil changes, and they have far fewer moving (and breakable) parts than internal combustion engine vehicles. They qualify for federal and state tax credits, rebates, sales tax exemptions, free parking, commuter-lane passes and other perks. Tesla Model S costs roughly $5 to drive 230 miles - a bargain even if gasoline were $1 per gallon.
The anticipated base price of the Tesla Model S is $49,900 after a federal tax credit of $7,500. The company has not released options pricing. Three battery pack choices will offer a range of 160, 230 or 300 miles per charge.
Convenience and utility bullet points:
Up to 300-mile range
45-minute QuickCharge
5-minute battery swap
Charges from 110V, 220V or 440V
Seating for 5 adults + 2 child seats
Unique hatch for oversized items
60/40 flat-folding rear seat
2nd trunk under hood
EPA Roominess Index 121.6
More room than station wagons
17-inch infotainment touchscreen
3G wireless connectivity
Tesla Model S powertrain includes a liquid-cooled 9-inch motor, floor-mounted battery pack and a single-speed gearbox, delivering effortless acceleration, responsive handling and quiet simplicity - no fancy clutchwork or gear-shifting required. Tesla Model S costs as little as $4 to fully charge - a bargain even if gasoline dropped to $1 per gallon. You can have affordable fun while being socially responsible.
Technical specs:
0-60 mph in 5.6 seconds
¼ mile in 14 seconds
120 mph top speed
Braking 60-0 mph 135 feet
42 kWh battery storage system standard
70 kWh and greater battery storage systems optional
9- inch liquid cooled electric motor
Single-speed transaxle gearbox
Curb Weight 3825 lbs
Overall Length 196"
Wheelbase 116.5"
All-wheel-drive available (option available in future production models)
Right hand drive available
The Tesla Model S Concept is a drivable vehicle that exemplifies Tesla's "no compromises" philosophy - an elegantly refined luxury sedan delivering optimal performance without sacrificing efficiency. Designed by Franz von Holzhausen, the car's aggressive stance gives way to a modern silhouette, with minimal front and rear overhangs for maximum space efficiency. The car's mature face defines the future of the Tesla brand and incorporates the touches from the Tesla Roadster. .
Other details:
Panoramic roof with sliding moon roof
Retracting door handles for improved aerodynamics
Full-time 3G connectivity with Internet, HD and satellite radio
Push button "gear" selector
Brembo brakes
Automatic rear lift gate
21-inch wheels, Front Tires 245/35ZR21, Rear Tires 285/30ZR21
17-inch haptic touchscreen and customizable vehicle information display
Fully digital instrument cluster
LED and neon headlight and taillights, with xenon Hella low beams
Smart-key power and push button gear selector
Brembo brake system with new one-piece monobloc calipers and integral stiffening bridge to
optimize performance
Front brake system:
Brembo Gran Turismo
Brembo 6-piston Monobloc Calipers
Brembo 405x34mm 2-Piece Floating Slotted Discs with Billet Aluminum Hats
Rear brake system:
Brembo Gran Turismo
Brembo 4-piston Monobloc Calipers
Brembo 380x28mm 2-Piece Slotted Discs with Billet Aluminum Hat
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