"Tesla Roadster": description, specifications and maximum speed

2024 Author: Erin Ralphs | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-19 11:42

The undisputed world leader in the production of electric vehicles Tesla is preparing to launch mass production of the new Roadster hypercar, which Elon Musk plans to happen in 2020. This is a unique machine with incredible technical characteristics. What to expect from Tesla this time around, and what will the Tesla Roadster look like? Let's get acquainted with the innovative hypercar, learning about all its features.

Tesla Roadster description

The design of the new roadster began back in 2014. The director of the company, Elon Musk, decided to create something new and extraordinary, but at the same time, it had to correspond to the spirit of the company. To work on the interior and exterior of the electric car, an auto designer was invited, whose projects are fascinating and considered the most unusual - this is Franz von Holzhausen, who previously collaborated with the Japanese company Mazda. Well,looking at the photo of the announced model, it is clear that he is really a professional – the Roadster turned out to be modern and fantastically stylish.

A few words about the predecessor: the first series of Tesla Roadster

This is not to say that the "Tesla Roadster" is something new in the Tesla lineup. Back in 2008, the same company launched the first series of sports cars with the same name. Then production was limited to 2600 copies. The first generation Tesla Roadster was based on the Lotus Elise, one of the most successful models of the Lotus company. True, given the appearance of the first generation, it is difficult to call it a roadster. This body type is called Targa. It is fair to say that the sports car was unremarkable, but it developed incredible speed. The new Roadster is much prettier and surpasses its predecessor in every way.

Tesla Roadster Appearance

Speaking of sports cars, the exterior is not particularly interesting, but the new "Roadster" deserves attention from all sides. As befits this type of body, it has two doors and a removable central part of the roof. That is, the rear passenger seats remain closed, they open only above the front ones. The body has a streamlined shape and smooth lines, but in general it looks very concise, restrained. The look of narrow "eyes" speaks of the sporty nature of the car.

The exterior combines cutting-edge technology and exclusive design solutions to make the Roadster more than just beautiful andmemorable, but also allow it to become the most comfortable, convenient, safe and fast electric car in the world. The well-thought-out design of the car with curved side panels contributes to an even distribution of air flow when driving at high speed. The car has excellent aerodynamics, which is also important for a sports car.

Tesla Roadster interior

All of the company's vehicles are characterized by an ergonomic and minimalist interior, and the Tesla Roadster is no exception. But the interior, although it looks very simple, is the most functional, convenient and comfortable for the driver. However, there is also a non-standard element here - a steering wheel made in the style of a helm.

There is a large display in the center of the console that displays information the driver needs, such as battery charge, speed, information received from sensors, and so on. This is the only element on the dashboard - there are no more information systems. Very comfortable seats that take the shape of the driver's body deserve attention.

Tesla Roadster specifications

Interior and exterior are certainly interesting to explore. But the technical characteristics of the car deserve the most attention. First of all, it is worth mentioning the phenomenal torque - 10,000 Nm. Also, the electric motor boasts the ability to accelerate to 100 kilometers per hour in just 1.9 seconds. The car is equipped with rechargeable batteries with a capacity of 250kWh If you drive in normal mode, without driving too fast, then it will last for about 1000 km. And, of course, how not to say about the maximum speed of the Tesla Roadster - it is 400 km / h.

The engine power is not mentioned in the description. Although, what's the difference, because the fantastically huge figure of torque speaks for itself.

Tesla Roadster's short acceleration makes this hypercar the fastest electric car in the world. For example: it takes just over 4 seconds to accelerate to a speed of 160 km / h. Incredible, right? Especially when you realize that this is not about a gasoline engine, but about an electric motor.

Preliminary cost of the world's fastest electric car

The minimum cost of the Roadster hypercar from Tesla, according to preliminary data, will be $200,000 (11.2 million rubles). To become the proud owner of this machine, you must reserve a place in the queue. And for this you will need to make an advance payment, which is only 50,000 US dollars (2.8 million rubles). However, when buying a car, it remains to pay not 150 thousand, but all 200 thousand dollars. Then there is an opportunity to get this “baby” one of the first. To join the regular queue for the new Tesla Roadster, you need to make a deposit, the amount of which is 10 times less.

Tesla creates cars that come to us as if from another dimension. And it is not in vain that the company opposes itself to the automotive industry - it can afford it, given the existing developments. This can be judged thanks to the prototype of the Semi tractor, the releasewhich is planned for 2019. In addition to the futuristic design, the driver's cab deserves attention, where the seat is located in the center, and large displays for controlling the truck are installed on the sides.

The presentation of the Tesla Roadster and Semi prototypes took place at the end of last year (2017). The Tesla Roadster showed all its advantages and, together with the tractor, was able to captivate the audience. How it was - in the video.