2010 Tesla Roadster,TESLA MOTORS

The California electricity generation mix is already extremely clean (see below), but if you really want zero emissions, electric vehicles can be powered from 100 percent renewable energy. You even can generate your own energy to fuel them by installing solar panels that last for decades. Good luck trying to drill an oil well in your back yard!

Several Tesla Motors customers have already installed panels through our preferred solar installation partner, Solar City. Please contact them directly if you have questions about the feasibility of adding a solar option to your home. At least one of our customers has been running his home off of solar for years.

Acceleration & Torque

Instant Freedom

The first time you drive the Tesla Roadster, prepare to be surprised. You’re at freeway speed in seconds without even thinking about it. There is no clutch pedal to contend with and no race-car driving techniques to perform. Just the touch of your foot and you’re off, without any of the sluggishness of an automatic.

How powerful is the acceleration? A quick story to illustrate. A favorite trick here at Tesla Motors is to invite a passenger along and ask him to turn on the radio. At the precise moment we ask, we accelerate. Our passenger simply can’t sit forward enough to reach the dials. But who needs music when you’re experiencing such a symphony of motion.

Rest assured that this responsiveness works at all speeds, as noticeable when you’re inching your way through parking lots as when flying along freeways.

100% Torque, 100% of the Time

The Tesla Roadster delivers full availability of performance every moment you are in the car, even while at a stoplight. Its peak torque begins at 0 rpm and stays powerful at 14,000 rpm.

This is the precise opposite of what you experience with a gasoline engine, which has very little torque at a low rpm and only reaches peak torque in a narrow rpm range. This forces you to make frequent gear changes to maintain optimal torque. With the Tesla Roadster, you get great acceleration and the highest energy efficiency at the same time. All while requiring no special driving skills to enjoy it. This makes the Tesla Roadster six times as efficient as the best sports cars while producing one-tenth of the pollution.

Technical Specifications

Motor 375 volt AC induction air-cooled electric motor with variable frequency drive.

Max Net Power Base: 288 HP (215 kW) @ 5,000-6,000 rpm
Sport: 288 HP (215kW) @ 4,400-6,000 rpm
Max RPM 14,000
Torque Base: 273 lb-ft (370 Nm) @ 0-5,400 rpm
Sport: 295 lb-ft (400 Nm) @ 0-5,100 rpm
Transmission
Single speed fixed gear with electrically-actuated parking lock mechanism and mechanical lubrication pump
Overall Final Drive 8.28:1
Reverse Reverse direction of motor, limited to 15 mph
Final Drive Ratio 3.12:1
Suspension Four-wheel independent. Upper and lower unequal length wishbones. Co-axial coil spring/adjustable telescopic damper. Adjustable sway bar.
Brakes
Hydraulically operated. Tandem master cylinder with vacuum servo and anti-lock braking system. Front and rear ventilated disc. Cable operated self adjusting hand brake on rear calipers.
Wheels
Type Forged Light alloy
Size – front 6J x 16
Size – rear 7.5J x 17
Tires
Type Yokohama Neova AD07 LTS
Size – front 175/55 R16
Size – rear 225/45 R17
Dimensions
Overall length (in. / mm) 155.4 / 3946
Overall width – incl. mirrors (in. / mm) 72.9 / 1851
Overall height (mid-laden weight) (in. / mm) 44.35 / 1126.5
Wheelbase (in. / mm) 92.6 / 2351
Track – front (in. / mm) 57.7 / 1455.6
Track – rear (in. / mm) 59.0 / 1484.5
Curb weight (lbs/kgs) 2723/1238
Leg Room (in./mm) 42.0 / 1067
Front Head Room (in./mm) 36.7 / 932
Front Shoulder Room (in./mm) 26.0 / 660
Standard Interior features
  1. Heated sport seats with inflatable lumbar support
  2. Three-spoke leather-wrapped MOMO sport steering wheel
  3. Leather seats and trim in black, dark gray, or beige
  4. Stereo sound system with single-disc CD player, iPod interface, and MP3 playback
  5. Cruise Control
  6. Homelink universal transmitter to operate compatible garage, gate, and home lighting/home security systems (U.S. only)
  7. Power windows and locks
  8. Air conditioning
  9. Retractable cup holder
Standard Exterior Features
  1. Double-insulated black soft top
  2. Halogen low and high-beam headlamp assemblies
  3. LED tail lights
  4. Forged seven-spoke wheels in silver or black finish: 16″ front, 17″ rear
  5. Locking wheel lugs
  6. Battery heater for cold weather charging to -20 degrees Celsius
  7. Custom tuned suspension: Adjustable dampers and anti-roll bars tuned to driver’s preference
Standard Safety and Security Features
  1. Four-sensor, four-channel anti-lock braking system (ABS)
  2. Traction control
  3. Tire pressure monitoring system (U.S. only)
  4. Front and rear crumple zones
  5. Driver and passenger front airbags
  6. Rigid occupant safety cell
  7. Side impact door beams
  8. Seatbelt pretensioners
  9. Integrated headrests
  10. Emergency tire Inflator/sealant
  11. Vehicle theft-deterrent and motor immobilizer system
  12. PIN code prevents unauthorized vehicle operation
  13. Valet Mode restricts vehicle speed, acceleration, and distance
Factory-installed options and accessories
  1. Solar Guard Windshield
  2. Exterior Carbon Fiber Accent Group
  3. Tesla Paint Armor
  4. Premium leather seats: nine color combinations to choose from, Tesla Motors embroidered logo
  5. Microfiber cloth seats in black
  6. Premium leather interior panels
  7. Woven carbon fiber interior accents
  8. Premium Audio Package: 7-speaker premium sound with subwoofer, Sirius satellite radio, navigation, Bluetooth compatibility, Homelink door opener transmitter (U.S. only)
  9. Performance tires
  10. Adjustable suspension
  11. Carbon fiber hardtop with full headliner in either matching body color or clear coat
  12. Custom floor mats
  13. Variety of Charging Solutions.

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