Quickest Production Car in the World!

[BNA/LION]

New Tesla Model S Now the Quickest Production Car in the World


https://www.tesla.com/blog/new-tesla..._medium=social

The Model S P100D with Ludicrous mode is the third fastest accelerating production car ever produced, with a 0-60 mph time of 2.5* seconds. However, both the LaFerrari and the Porsche 918 Spyder were limited run, million dollar vehicles and cannot be bought new. While those cars are small two seaters with very little luggage space, the pure electric, all-wheel drive Model S P100D has four doors, seats up to 5 adults plus 2 children and has exceptional cargo capacity.

The 100 kWh battery also increases range substantially to an estimated 315 miles on the EPA cycle and 613 km on the NEDC cycle, making it the first to go beyond 300 miles and the longest range production electric vehicle by far.

The larger battery pack is also available on the Model X, making the world’s quickest SUV even faster. Model X P100D with Ludicrous mode accelerates to 60 mph in 2.9* seconds and travels up to 289 miles EPA estimated and 542 km on the NEDC cycle on a single charge. Model X is also a pure electric SUV and can seat up to seven adults.

Model S and Model X are engineered to be the safest cars on the road and to have the highest ratings from NHTSA. Both have access to the Tesla Supercharger network for the freedom to travel long distance for free. And every Tesla will improve over time with free over the air upgrades.

Tesla customers who have ordered a P90D Ludicrous, but not taken delivery, can upgrade to the 100 kWh pack for $10,000. Existing P90D Ludicrous owners can also upgrade to a 100 kWh pack, but for $20,000, as their used 90 kWh pack will have to be recycled.

While the P100D Ludicrous is obviously an expensive vehicle, we want to emphasize that every sale helps pay for the smaller and much more affordable Tesla Model 3 that is in development. Without customers willing to buy the expensive Model S and X, we would be unable to fund the smaller, more affordable Model 3 development.

[SemperFi]

Beautiful lines on that car.

[Dyim]

I am still a fossil fuel kind of guy. Love the sound of internal combustion engine.

Love to try this one though.

[T. Ferguson]

A friend of mine recently took me out in hers and it was unbelievably quick off the line.

Must say though, that the last paragraph in that press release would make me very nervous if I had a deposit down on the new "yet to be developed" Model 3.

[Abdullah71601]

Originally Posted by T. Ferguson

A friend of mine recently took me out in hers and it was unbelievably quick off the line.

Must say though, that the last paragraph in that press release would make me very nervous if I had a deposit down on the new "yet to be developed" Model 3.

Sounds like Elon Musk pandering to the buyer on the edge of social responsibility. He just can't afford to build the politically correct electric car for the masses if wealthy people don't buy his luxury electric cars.

[Alexwwjd]

One of my dream cars.


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[RW16610]

Tesla has made electric vehicles more appealing for me without a doubt. Nice looking car it is.

[T. Ferguson]

Originally Posted by Abdullah71601

Sounds like Elon Musk pandering to the buyer on the edge of social responsibility. He just can't afford to build the politically correct electric car for the masses if wealthy people don't buy his luxury electric cars.

Yeah, but the pitch had a desperate "charity pledge drive" vibe to it that would make me nervous as an investor as well. The market reacts to all kinds of interesting things, including what a CEO says and the way he says it. Wonder what the analysts read into that statement and what happened to the stock right after that came out.

But back on topic, it is the fastest car off the line I've ever been in. Except maybe a Top Fuel simulator, lol!

[BNA/LION]

Originally Posted by Abdullah71601

Sounds like Elon Musk pandering to the buyer on the edge of social responsibility. He just can't afford to build the politically correct electric car for the masses if wealthy people don't buy his luxury electric cars.

Interesting take. Inventors of new products and the manufacturers need to cover their development cost. Who better than the people with the money to buy them first and pay a premium for them. If that what it take to get it to the masses at a reasonable price I am all for it.

[incontrol]

I would love to have one and may pull the trigger someday soon. I just love the whole idea of it not needing gas and being faster than anything I have ever driven.

[Abdullah71601]

Originally Posted by BNALION

Interesting take. Inventors of new products and the manufacturers need to cover their development cost. Who better than the people with the money to buy them first and pay a premium for them. If that what it take to get it to the masses at a reasonable price I am all for it.

We all know how product development works. You don't see MB and Porche telling customers they need to buy the most expensive model so that the car company can afford to develop cheaper models.

Tesla has to develop the cheaper models to tap the deepest customer pools. They've already funded that development. This is Elon Musk trying to exploit the "green" sensitive guy who wants to be socially responsible with his car purchase. It's an obvious and gauche marketing ploy IMO.

[Demosthene]

The front nose redesign is hideous compared to the old.

[bayerische]

0-60 isn't all there is imho.

[Rock]

I've been a 'petrol-head' all my life but I have never understood the obsession with fast 0-60 times. Who cares. Where do you use this? Why is it important?

[bayerische]

Originally Posted by Rock

I've been a 'petrol-head' all my life but I have never understood the obsession with fast 0-60 times. Who cares. Where do you use this? Why is it important?

100-200km/h is more important imho.

The P90D does pretty good there though, but not close to fast petrol cars. Take the M5 E60, a 2005 car is faster.

[Andad]

I'd put a new model 35 GTR up 0 - 100 and check Tesla's claims and on a trip it takes less time to fill up the GTR.

[Spartacus]

The recent benchmark of speed is the Nurburg Ring. 0-60 is antiquated - Subaru and Mitsubishi were doing 4 seconds ten years ago.

I've seen enough Tesla "drivers" texting while driving to make never want one of these vehicles. Auto pilot might as well be the metro. I would rather drive a 5hp Miata than a car that is trying to get rid of "driving".

[swatty]

Originally Posted by Demosthene

The front nose redesign is hideous compared to the old.

It think it looks better

[Abdullah71601]

Originally Posted by Rock

I've been a 'petrol-head' all my life but I have never understood the obsession with fast 0-60 times. Who cares. Where do you use this? Why is it important?

It is very very important for 17 year old high school kids drag racing on a rural road.

[Andad]

Originally Posted by Spartacus

The recent benchmark of speed is the Nurburg Ring. 0-60 is antiquated - Subaru and Mitsubishi were doing 4 seconds ten years ago.

I've seen enough Tesla "drivers" texting while driving to make never want one of these vehicles. Auto pilot might as well be the metro. I would rather drive a 5hp Miata than a car that is trying to get rid of "driving".

0 - 100 kph is the only thing that means anything.

Anything faster is loss of license.

Top speed or fastest around the Nuberg Ring means nothing.

Production Subarus and Mitsubishis were not doing 4's 10 years ago.

I had 5 of one and 2 of the other and spent a lot of $$'s just to get close to those times.

[Andad]

Originally Posted by Rock

I've been a 'petrol-head' all my life but I have never understood the obsession with fast 0-60 times. Who cares. Where do you use this? Why is it important?

'Petrol head' and 'no obsession with 0- 60 times' is an oxymoron old man.

[Andad]

Originally Posted by Abdullah71601

It is very very important for 17 year old high school kids drag racing on a rural road.

And 71 year old hoons.......

[Dr. Prunesquallor]

Originally Posted by Abdullah71601

Sounds like Elon Musk pandering to the buyer on the edge of social responsibility. He just can't afford to build the politically correct electric car for the masses if wealthy people don't buy his luxury electric cars.

That is precisely his business model.

[incontrol]

Look up the quarter mile times for the P90. They are in the mid 10 second range and the car hits over 120 mph. More than fast enough to beat every car that costs over $150k. I am not sure why I would need any more.

There are plenty of videos showing this cars speed. To me, it is very impressive.

[droptopman]

These cars are crazy fast and have some really cool technology.
I have been "building" cars most of my life and spent a lot of time, $, and effort to modify say a 1969 Corvette or Camaro to do a 12 second quarter mile in street trim.
It is hard to believe a car like this Tesla would smoke a 1970 Chevelle SS LS6 454 or any other big block car from that era. And would keep up or beat most modern muscle/sports cars up to 75mph or so.
That being said, I know I would miss the sound of the engine and exhaust regardless of the performance.
I will drive one when the opportunity presents itself but doubt it will make the short list for my next car.

[Abdullah71601]

Originally Posted by droptopman

These cars are crazy fast and have some really cool technology.
I have been "building" cars most of my life and spent a lot of time, $, and effort to modify say a 1969 Corvette or Camaro to do a 12 second quarter mile in street trim.
It is hard to believe a car like this Tesla would smoke a 1970 Chevelle SS LS6 454 or any other big block car from that era. And would keep up or beat most modern muscle/sports cars up to 75mph or so.
That being said, I know I would miss the sound of the engine and exhaust regardless of the performance.
I will drive one when the opportunity presents itself but doubt it will make the short list for my next car.

I would love to have one of these. I got over not having engine noise when I stepped out of my F250 7.3L diesel daily driver and into a Prius. For this type of street performance, I wouldn't be bothered at all about not having a throaty exhaust note.

[427_Monster]

Originally Posted by incontrol

Look up the quarter mile times for the P90. They are in the mid 10 second range and the car hits over 120 mph. More than fast enough to beat every car that costs over $150k. I am not sure why I would need any more.

There are plenty of videos showing this cars speed. To me, it is very impressive.

Mid 10s with awd would typically trap over 130.
No gas/air mix so not sure if DA matters.

Plenty of cars sub $100k would beat this car. But still agree Tesla is impressive.

[Lordofrolex]

Amazing car but don't need all that speed in LA traffic. Would do fine with the lower end models.

[T. Ferguson]

Originally Posted by Rock

I've been a 'petrol-head' all my life but I have never understood the obsession with fast 0-60 times. Who cares. Where do you use this? Why is it important?

I get it, though admittedly I grew up during the original muscle car era. That's all anyone cared about (1/4 mi.). Cornering? What's that? LOL!

Seriously though, 0-60 still means something to many because it is an indicator of how much legalized fun the car might provide. You can't speed without risking a ticket, but there is no law against getting to the speed limit as quickly as possible, short of laying rubber and pulling wheelies. The sensation of acceleration is an attraction for many. That's one thing about the Tesla, instant max torque from dead stop has you thrown hard into the back of the seat. That's fun, imho.