 Tesla Model S sedan | |
| Manufacturer | Tesla Motors |
|---|---|
| Also called | WhiteStar |
| Production | Expected 2012 |
| Class | Full-sized 4-door sedan |
| Transmission | Single-speed transaxle gearbox |
| Wheelbase | 116.5 in (2,959 mm) |
| Length | 196 in (4,978 mm) |
| Curb weight | 3,825 lb (1,735 kg) |
| Designer | Franz von Holzhausen |
The Tesla Model S is a full-sized battery electric sedan in development by Tesla Motors. It is an electric car that was codenamed WhiteStar during research and preliminary development. It was announced in a press release on June 30, 2008. The prototype vehicle was displayed at a press conference on March 26, 2009.
Production for the retail market is expected to begin in mid 2012, with a base price of US$57,400. The base model will have a range of 160 miles (260 km) when fully charged, and a 0 to 60 mph (0 to 97 km/h) acceleration of 5.6 seconds. The premium Signature Series will have a larger battery pack available with ranges of 230 and 300 miles (370 and 480 km).The first 1,000 cars to be produced will be of the premium version.[Normal charging times will be 3 to 5 hours, depending on the battery capacity,and a 45-minute QuickCharge will be possible when connected to a 480 V outlet. In addition, a battery swap will be possible in less than two minutes.
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