Revealed in 2017, the Tesla Roadster will offer near the 1 000 km of range and a top speed of 400 km/h. In UK, count a price of 210,000 EUR to acquire the base model.
New Roadster design
While the first version of the Roadster, which marked the debut of Tesla, was based on the Lotus Elise, this new version sports completely new bases.
Inspired by the brand’s models, it seems larger than its predecessor with a size that seems close to the Tesla Model S of which it could share the chassis. Configured in 2+2, the Roadster has a removable roof.
Motorization of the new Roadster
Apart from the torque of 10,000 Nm and the presence of three electric motors, Tesla does not give any indication as to the power of its future sports car.
In terms of performance, the manufacturer announces that it can beat the best supercars with a 0 to 60 mph (0-96 km/h) shot in less than two seconds and a 0-100 mph (0-160km/h) in 4.2 seconds. At maximum speed, the new Roadster is given for 400 km/h. What to have fun on the circuit.
Battery of the new Tesla Roadster
With a capacity of 200 kWh, the battery on board the new Tesla Roadster announces up to 800 miles of range, or nearly 1,000 kilometers.
In terms of recharging, Tesla has not given much yet but it is assumed that this new Roadster will accept much better than current superchargers. It could in particular access the future MegaCharger network that the manufacturer intends to deploy for its future Tesla Semi.
Functionality of the new Roadster
Autopilot, dedicated application … if Elon Musk did not give much information about the functions of the new Roadster during its presentation on November 16, 2018 in California, it goes without saying that this ultra high-end model will be entitled to the best of the brand.
Price of the new Tesla Roadster in UK
At Tesla, excellence will obviously come at a price and this new Roadster will be much more expensive than the brand’s other models. In UK, its selling price starts from 210 000 EUR and you will have to pay 43,000 EUR down payment if you want to book it now.
Limited to 1000 copies, a special “Founders Edition” series was also available for a price of 215,000 EUR in UK. But these models are already sold out.
Marketing of the new Roadster
First announced for 2020, the new Tesla Roadster is not expected to arrive until 2022 at best. When asked about the Roadster’s arrival, Elon Musk said he wanted to prioritize other projects, including the launch of the Cybertruck.
New Tesla Roadster: the main features
The main futures of the Tesla Roadster are amazing. Here is the list of what makes this new vehicle so desirable and popular:
- Acceleration 0-100 km/h 1.9 s
- Acceleration 0-160 km/h 4.2 s
- ¼ mile (402 m) 8.8 s
- Top speed 400 km/h
- Torque 10,000 Nm
- Autonomy Nearly 1000 km
- Seats 2 + 2
- All-wheel drive (three engines)
- Base price 210,000 EUR
- Amount to be paid to reserve 43 000 EUR
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