Comparison between:
- 2010 Tesla Roadster 2.5
- 2012 Tesla Model S Signature 85 RWD
- 2016 Tesla Roadster 3.0

Brand, model, trim, price

Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.

2010 Tesla Roadster 2.52012 Tesla Model S Signature 85 RWD2016 Tesla Roadster 3.0
2010 Tesla Roadster 2.52012 Tesla Model S Signature 85 RWD2016 Tesla Roadster 3.0
Model alias--Roadster P80
Trim-Signature 85 RWD-
Model year201020122016
Market-North America-

Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.

Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.

Body styleCabrioletSedanCabriolet
Materials-Aluminium
high-strength boron steel
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Exterior colorsArctic White
Brilliant Yellow Metallic
Electric Blue
Fusion Red
Glacier Blue Metallic
Jet Black
Obsidian Black Metallic
Racing Green
Radiant Red Metallic
Sterling Silver Metallic
Thunder Grey
Twilight Blue Metallic
Very Orange
Sierra Black
San Simeon Silver Metallic
Shasta Pearl White
Signature Red
Arctic White
Brilliant Yellow Metallic
Electric Blue
Fusion Red
Glacier Blue Metallic
Jet Black
Obsidian Black Metallic
Racing Green
Radiant Red Metallic
Sterling Silver Metallic
Thunder Grey
Twilight Blue Metallic
Very Orange
Interior colorsBlack
Beige
Dark Grey
Light Grey
Orange
Cream
Red
Saddle
Yellow
Black
White
Tan
Black
Beige
Dark Grey
Light Grey
Orange
Cream
Red
Saddle
Yellow
Number of doors242
Number of seats252
Length155.4 in
3947 mm
196.0 in
4978 mm
155.4 in
3947 mm
Width72.9 in
1852 mm
77.3 in
1963 mm
72.9 in
1852 mm
Width with mirrors73.7 in
1872 mm
86.2 in
2189 mm
73.7 in
1872 mm
Width with folded mirrors-77.3 in
1963 mm
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Height44.4 in
1128 mm
56.5 in
1435 mm
44.4 in
1128 mm
Wheelbase92.6 in
2352 mm
116.5 in
2960 mm
92.6 in
2352 mm
Front track57.6 in
1463 mm
65.4 in
1661 mm
57.6 in
1463 mm
Rear track59.0 in
1499 mm
66.9 in
1699 mm
59.0 in
1499 mm
Clearance5.1 in
130 mm
6.0 in
152 mm
5.1 in
130 mm
Front headroom36.7 in
932 mm
38.8 in
986 mm
36.7 in
932 mm
Rear headroom-35.3 in
897 mm
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Front shoulder room52.0 in
1321 mm
57.7 in
1466 mm
52.0 in
1321 mm
Rear shoulder room-55.0 in
1397 mm
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Front hip room-55.0 in
1397 mm
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Rear hip room-54.7 in
1389 mm
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Front legroom42.0 in
1067 mm
42.7 in
1085 mm
42.0 in
1067 mm
Rear legroom-35.4 in
899 mm
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Trunk volume-744.7 l
26.30 ft3
0.74 m3
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Maximum trunk volume-1645.2 l
58.10 ft3
1.65 m3
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Secondary trunk volume-150.1 l
5.30 ft3
0.15 m3
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Curb weight2727.12 lb
1237 kg
4629.71 lb
2100 kg
2727.12 lb
1237 kg
Payload546.75 lb
248 kg
1080.27 lb
490 kg
546.75 lb
248 kg
GVWR3273.86 lb
1485 kg
5709.97 lb
2590 kg
3273.86 lb
1485 kg
Drag coefficient0.36 Cd0.24 Cd0.31 Cd
Additional information-Optional rear-facing child seat available (seats up to two children)-

Electric motor

Information about the model's electric motor and its performance

ManufacturerTeslaTeslaTesla
Electric motor typeAC induction/asynchronousAC induction/asynchronousAC induction/asynchronous
Location of the motorRearRearRear
Voltage-375 V-
Power215 kW
288.3 hp
292.3 ps
270 kW
362.1 hp
367.1 ps
215 kW
288.3 hp
292.3 ps
Maximum power RPM4400 rpm6000 - 9500 rpm4400 rpm
Torque400 Nm
40.8 kgm
295.0 ft-lb
440 Nm
44.9 kgm
324.5 ft-lb
400 Nm
40.8 kgm
295.0 ft-lb
Maximum torque RPM5100 rpm5800 rpm5100 rpm
Regenerative braking-Yes-
Additional informationA 3-phase 4-pole electric motor
A hand-wound stator and increased winding density
3-phase 4-pole AC induction motor with a copper rotor
Liquid cooled with variable frequency drive
A 3-phase 4-pole electric motor
A hand-wound stator and increased winding density

Performance

Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.

Top speed124.9 mph
201.0 km/h
124.9 mph
201.0 km/h
124.9 mph
201.0 km/h
Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h-5.70 s-
Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph3.70 s5.40 s3.70 s

Driving range

Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.

Driving rangeEPA: 244.0 mi / 392.7 kmNEDC: 311.9 mi / 502.0 km
EPA: 265.0 mi / 426.5 km
EPA: 299.5 mi / 482.0 km

Energy efficiency

Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.

Energy efficiencyEPA, CTY: 32 kWh/100 mi
EPA, HWY: 33 kWh/100 mi
EPA, HWY: 102 MPGe
EPA, CMB: 103 MPGe
EPA, CTY: 105 MPGe
EPA, CMB: 38 kWh/100 mi
EPA, CTY: 88 MPGe
EPA, CMB: 89 MPGe
EPA, HWY: 90 MPGe
EPA, CTY: 32 kWh/100 mi
EPA, HWY: 33 kWh/100 mi
EPA, HWY: 102 MPGe
EPA, CMB: 103 MPGe
EPA, CTY: 105 MPGe

Energy class

Information about the energy class of the electric car.

Energy class-A-

Steering

Information about the type of the steering mechanism of the model and related features.

Type of steering mechanismRack and pinionRack and pinionRack and pinion
Type of power steering-Electronic-
Turning circle10 m
32.81 ft
11.27 m
36.98 ft
10 m
32.81 ft
Lock-to-lock turns-2.45-
Additional information-Steering ratio (overall ratio): 13:1-

Transmission

Information about the transmission of the model.

Type of transmissionAutomatic single-speed reduction gearAutomatic single-speed reduction gearAutomatic single-speed reduction gear
DrivetrainRear-wheel drive (RWD)Rear-wheel drive (RWD)Rear-wheel drive (RWD)
Axle ratio8.27529.738.2752

Suspension

Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.

Front suspensionCoil springs (helical springs)
Independent
Double wishbone
Telescopic shock absorbers
Adjustable dampers
Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar)
Independent
Double wishbone
Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar)
Shock absorbers
Active Air Suspension (optional)
Coil springs (helical springs)
Independent
Double wishbone
Telescopic shock absorbers
Adjustable dampers
Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar)
Rear suspensionIndependent
Double wishbone
Coil springs (helical springs)
Adjustable dampers
Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar)
Independent
Multi-link
Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar)
Shock absorbers
Active Air Suspension (optional)
Independent
Double wishbone
Coil springs (helical springs)
Adjustable dampers
Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar)

Brakes

Information about the brake system used on this model.

Front brakesVentilated discsVentilated discsVentilated discs
Rear brakesVentilated discsVentilated discsVentilated discs
Additional informationCross-drilled 300 mm front and 310 mm rear discs with curved vane ventilation
AP Racing Two-piston Aluminum fixed front callipers
Brembo Single-piston sliding rear callipers
Front and rear disk size - 288 mm
Front brakes: Aluminium 4 piston fixed calliper with 355 mm x 32 mm ventilated rotor
Rear brakes: Aluminium 4 piston fixed calliper with 365 mm x 28 mm ventilated rotor
Cross-drilled 300 mm front and 310 mm rear discs with curved vane ventilation
AP Racing Two-piston Aluminum fixed front callipers
Brembo Single-piston sliding rear callipers
Front and rear disk size - 288 mm

Rims

Information about the rims available for this electric car.

Rims5.5Jx16
7.5Jx17
8Jx19 ET40
8.5Jx21 ET40
8.5Jx21 ET40
5.5Jx16
7.5Jx17

Tyres

Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.

Tyres195/55R16
225/45R17
245/35R21 96Y
245/45R19 98V
195/55R16
225/45R17

Battery

Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.

ManufacturerPanasonicPanasonicPanasonic
Model18650NCR18650A18650
Type of rechargeable batteryLithium-IonLithium-IonLithium-Ion
Battery capacity53 kWh85 kWh80 kWh
Number of cells68317104-
Number of modules1116-
Voltage375 V346 V-
Energy density-225 Wh/kg-
Weight992.08 lb
450 kg
1330.05 lb
603.3 kg
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Location-Under the floor, middle-
Cooling-Water-based coolant circulation-
Minimum ambient temperature--30 °C
-22 °F
-
Maximum ambient temperature-60 °C
140 °F
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Charging type

Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.

Charging typeNEMA 5-15, 1.44 kW
SAE J1772 Adapter, 5.76 kW
NEMA 14-50, 9.6 kW
Wall Connector, 16.8 kW
NEMA 5-15, 1.44 kW
SAE J1772 Adapter, 5.76 kW
NEMA 14-50, 9.6 kW
Wall Connector, 11.5 kW
Supercharger, 90 kW
NEMA 5-15, 1.44 kW
SAE J1772 Adapter, 5.76 kW
NEMA 14-50, 9.6 kW
Wall Connector, 16.8 kW

Onboard charger/Charging port

Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.

Onboard charger/Charging port-Onboard charger, Tesla, 10 kW
Twin chargers, Tesla, 20 kW
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Charging time

Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.

Charging timeSAE J1772 Adapter, 2:46-9:12
Wall Connector, 5:18
NEMA 14-50, 5:31
NEMA 5-15, 36:48
Supercharger, 0:45
Wall Connector, 4:15
SAE J1772 Adapter, 4:26-15:27
Wall Connector, 8:30
NEMA 14-50, 8:51
NEMA 5-15, 59:02
SAE J1772 Adapter, 4:10-13:54
Wall Connector, 8:00
NEMA 14-50, 8:20
NEMA 5-15, 55:34

Additional features

A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.

Additional features12V power outlet (S)
7-inch touchscreen display with back-up camera (O)
Adjustable suspension (O)
Black grille (S)
Body-colored front and rear bumpers (S)
Carbon-fiber exterior accents (O)
Carbon-fiber hardtop (O)
Color-keyed hard top (O)
Convertible hard top (O)
Convertible roof with lining (S)
Directional forged alloy wheels (S)
Forged alloy wheels (O)
Front diffusing vents (S)
Glove box (S)
Performance tires (O)
Rear diffuser (S)
Rear wing spoiler (S)
Remote keyless entry (S)
Spoiler (S)
4-wheel ABS (S)
Cruise control (S)
Driver and passenger front-impact airbags (S)
Front seatbelt pre-tensioners (S)
Immobilizer (S)
Rearview camera (O)
Tire pressure monitor (S)
Traction control (S)
AM/FM/CD/MP3 player (S)
Bluetooth (O)
Homelink garage door opener (O)
Integrated key/remote (S)
Keyfob trunk/hatch/door release (S)
7 x performance speakers (O)
Satellite radio (S)
4 x speakers (S)
Upgraded stereo head unit with Navigation (O)
Manual air conditioning (S)
Fixed front head restraints (S)
Heated front bucket seats with lumbar adjustment (S)
Premium seats (O)
Leather-wrapped (S)
Auto-locking doors (S)
Light-tinted windows (S)
Power cargo access remote release (S)
Power door locks (S)
Power windows (S)
Solar-guard windshield (O)
Folding side-view door mirrors (S)
Auto off headlights (S)
Cargo light (S)
Projector beam halogen headlamps (S)
Aluminum instrument panel insert, console insert (S)
Carbon fibre interior accents (O)
Floormats (O)
Full leather trim (O)
Half-leather (S)
Leather door panel trim (S)
Leather/carbon-fiber interior trim (O)
Automatic keyless entry (S)
Center armrest with two cup holders (S)
Chrome visual cues on the left, right and and rear center bumper (S)
Front air intakes (S)
Front sun visors with mirrors (S)
Fully trimmed frunk and rear cargo area with keyless open (S)
Glove compartment (S)
Micro-filter ventilation system with replaceable filters (S)
Open center console storage area (S)
Parcel shelf (S)
3-point front seats safety belts with pretentioners, load limiters, lap anchor pretensioners (S)
3-point second row safety belts for all seats (S)
4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) (S)
Advanced side curtain air bags (S)
Anti-theft alarm and immobilizer system (S)
Crash sensor for high voltage disconnect (S)
Driver and front passenger knee air bags (S)
Driver and front passenger seat sensors (S)
Driver and front passenger seat side air bags (S)
Driver and passenger front air bags (S)
Driver seat position sensor (S)
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (S)
Front row acoustic safety belt warning (S)
Integrated Advanced Stability Control (S)
Interior, emergency manual release mechanism for all doors, frunk and rear cargo area (S)
Rear door child safety locks (S)
Rollover crash sensor (S)
Three second row LATCH attchments (S)
Tire pressure monitoring system (S)
12V power outlet (S)
17-inch capacitive touchscreen (S)
AM/FM/HD radio (S)
Bluetooth (S)
Cruise control (S)
Dual-front USB ports (S)
Flash memory storage (S)
High-definition back-up camera (S)
Homelink for garage door opening (S)
Satellite radio ready (S)
12 x speakers, 580-watt Dolby Pro Logic IIx 7.1 surround sound (S)
Standard-definition back-up camera (S)
Streaming audio (S)
Turn by turn navigation with 7 years of free map updates (S)
Wi-Fi ready (S)
Wireless connectivity (capability) (S)
Automatic dual-zone climate control (S)
60/40 split fold-down rear seatback (S)
8-way, power adjustable front seats (S)
Built-in rear-facing child seats (S)
Driver seat detection sensor for start-stop functionality (S)
3-spoke multi-function steering wheel with tactile controls (S)
All-glass panoramic roof (O)
Auto present door handles (S)
Black or body coloured aluminum roof (S)
Flush-mounted door handles (S)
Frameless, tempered safety glass front windows (S)
Metal interior door handles (S)
Power rear liftgate (S)
Power windows with one-touch up/down (S)
Rain-sensing, adjustable-speed windshield wipers (S)
Solar-absorbing, laminated safety glass rear window with defroster (S)
UV and infrared blocking safety glass windshield (S)
Electrochromatic side mirrors (S)
Manual-folding side mirrors (S)
Bi-functional high intensity Xenon headlamps (S)
Convenience lighting (S)
Fascia-mounted rear reflex reflectors (S)
Feature backlit, turn side-repeator lamps (S)
Front LED map lights (S)
High-mounted LED stop lamp (S)
LED daytime running lights (S)
LED front and rear side-marker lights (S)
LED front fog lamps (S)
LED front turn lights (S)
LED rear taillights (S)
Liftgate mounted LED tail and LED back up lamps (S)
Park lights (S)
Rear seat LED reading light (S)
Steering-activated LED cornering lights (S)
Gloss wood trim (O)
Lacewood trim (O)
Leather (S)
Matte Obeche wood trim (O)
Piano black decor accents (S)
12V power outlet (S)
7-inch touchscreen display with back-up camera (O)
Adjustable suspension (O)
Black grille (S)
Body-colored front and rear bumpers (S)
Carbon-fiber exterior accents (O)
Carbon-fiber hardtop (O)
Color-keyed hard top (O)
Convertible hard top (O)
Convertible roof with lining (S)
Directional forged alloy wheels (S)
Forged alloy wheels (O)
Front diffusing vents (S)
Glove box (S)
Performance tires (O)
Rear diffuser (S)
Rear wing spoiler (S)
Remote keyless entry (S)
Spoiler (S)
4-wheel ABS (S)
Cruise control (S)
Driver and passenger front-impact airbags (S)
Front seatbelt pre-tensioners (S)
Immobilizer (S)
Rearview camera (O)
Tire pressure monitor (S)
Traction control (S)
AM/FM/CD/MP3 player (S)
Bluetooth (O)
Homelink garage door opener (O)
Integrated key/remote (S)
Keyfob trunk/hatch/door release (S)
7 x performance speakers (O)
Satellite radio (S)
4 x speakers (S)
Upgraded stereo head unit with Navigation (O)
Manual air conditioning (S)
Fixed front head restraints (S)
Heated front bucket seats with lumbar adjustment (S)
Premium seats (O)
Leather-wrapped (S)
Auto-locking doors (S)
Light-tinted windows (S)
Power cargo access remote release (S)
Power door locks (S)
Power windows (S)
Solar-guard windshield (O)
Folding side-view door mirrors (S)
Auto off headlights (S)
Cargo light (S)
Projector beam halogen headlamps (S)
Aluminum instrument panel insert, console insert (S)
Carbon fibre interior accents (O)
Floormats (O)
Full leather trim (O)
Half-leather (S)
Leather door panel trim (S)
Leather/carbon-fiber interior trim (O)

Additional information

Additional information about this electric vehicle.

Additional informationNew features in Roadster 2.5 include:
- A new front fascia with diffusing vent and rear diffuser.
- Directional forged wheels available in both silver and black
- Larger seats with improved comfort
- Larger more supportive bolsters
- A new lumbar support system
- Power control hardware that enables spirited driving in exceptionally hot climates
- An optional 7" touchscreen display with back-up camera
- Improved cabin sound insulation
MCU1
- NVIDIA Tegra 3
- 40 nm
- 1GB DDR3
- 8GB eMMC
- 12 GFlops
Originally, the Roadster 3.0 has been announced on December 26, 2014. The press release said the battery pack should be increased to 70 kWh. There should be a 20% improvement in rolling resistance and a 15% improvement of the Cd down to 0.31 with a retrofit aero kit. The actual battery update took place in the second quarter of 2016 and the battery pack had a capacity of 80 kWh. The upgrade was available for all Roadster models.
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