Tesla’s first mass production electric car that is now produced for nations across the
world. The Tesla Model S continues to show the world that electric cars are not just a
fad. Offering adequate range and great acceleration in a stylish body, it was truly a hit.
When first offered it gave users a 40,60, or 85 kWh battery pack that gave users
anywhere from 160 to about 250 miles of range with acceleration of 6.5 to 4.2 seconds
to 60 mph. Since its introduction in 2012, Tesla has only been innovating and now it
offers a new generation of Model S’s that refine the experience even more.
Variants & Specs (2019)
Standard
Starting at $79000
85 kWh battery for 270 miles of range
0-60 time of 4.2 sec
140 mph top speed
Long Range
Starting at $83000
100 kWh battery for 335 miles of range
0-60 time of 4.1 sec
155 mph top speed
Performance
Starting at $99000
100 kWh battery for 315 miles of range
0-60 time of 3 sec
155 mph top speed
Dual motors
Optional $15000 ludicrous mode which lowers acceleration to 2.4 sec
Options
As before, the car is available in 5 colors: solid black, midnight silver metallic, deep blue
metallic, pearl white multi-coat, and red multi-coat. Every other color besides black will
cost extra anywhere from $1500-$2500 more! The car comes with 19” shiny aluminum
wheels but you can get 19” or 21” carbon fiber wheels for $1500 or $4500, respectively.
A new interior is offered this year with the cream interior for $1500 on the standard and
long range versions. Otherwise the all black or black and white interior options are
available. The most important option for many people is the inclusion of autopilot for
$3000 and the full self driving capability for $5000. The technology right now is capable
to drive itself on clear highways, auto park, and summon your car to you. Tesla is
promising later this year to have the system automatically recognize and respond to
traffic lights and stop signs to where the car will become self driving on city streets. With
this Tesla is leading the way into making their cars and other cars level 5 autonomous
revolutionizing transportation.
At this point the only cons to electric cars at this point is that the range isn’t great for
road trips and the price is too high. But, Tesla is fixing this too by lowering the cost of
their battery production and introducing their budget Model S, the Model 3. If this article
has gotten you excited about what Tesla’s new generation of Model S has to offer and
you have the money to pay for it then check out their website to learn more.