Tesla fastest car on-sale in the world 24 | 08 | 2016

    TESLA HAS REVEALED the fastest car in the world, the Model S P100D. Unveiled alongside the latest Tesla Model S and Model X P100D models, the Model S P100D can go from 0-60mph in just 2.5 seconds.

    The latest models are fitted with a more powerful battery pack. The P100D will be fitted with a 100kWh battery, meaning increased performance over the existing P90D model. Despite having the same power output as the 90kWh battery, range is up to 613km (381 miles).

    An increased 0-60mph time as low as 2.5 seconds is possible, achieved through enhanced software and powertrain updates. The P100D moniker means it gets four-wheel drive, too.

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    Initially the Model S P100D will be limited to a small number of cars, simply by dint of the fact it is more difficult to produce than the standard car.

    "The production volume initially is quite low because of the challenge in producing it: making sure it’s effective and safe," Telsa founder Elon Musk said.

    “But there are only two cars faster to 60mph and those are the LaFerrari and Porsche 918 Spyder. It can beat a McLaren F1; that’s nuts. The fastest car in the world that you can buy new is electric. In the future people will look at gasoline cars as quaint, not how you get around.”

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    Worth just highlighting, with both the Porsche 918 and LaFerrari sold out, the Tesla is officially the quickest car currently on sale.

    Tesla customers who have ordered a P90D with Ludicrous mode but not taken delivery can upgrade to the 100 kWh pack for an extra fee. Existing P90D owners can also upgrade, at a larger cost.

    The Model X P100D manages the 0-60mph sprint in 2.9 seconds, with a range of 337 miles.

    Musk said the charge rate is unchanged on one of Tesla's Supercharger fast charging stations, though as there's more miles to charge it it might take a little longer.

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    Jim McGill

     

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