General information
BrandTesla
Model Roadster
Generation Roadster I
Modification (Engine) 53 kWh (292 Hp)
Start of production 2008 year
End of production 2012 year
Powertrain Architecture BEV (Electric Vehicle)
Body typeRoadster
Seats 2
Doors 2
Performance specs
Fuel Type Electricity
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h3.9 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph3.9 sec
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph 3.7 sec
Maximum speed 201 km/h 124.9 mph
Weight-to-power ratio 4.2 kg/Hp, 236.4 Hp/tonne
Electric cars and hybrids specs
Gross battery capacity 53 kWh
All-electric range 393 km 244.2 mi
Electric motor 1
Electric motor power 292 Hp @ 5000-6000 rpm.
Electric motor Torque 370 Nm @ 0-5400 rpm. 272.9 lb.-ft. @ 0-5400 rpm.
Engine location Rear axle, Transverse
System power 292 Hp
Space, Volume and weights
Kerb Weight 1235 kg 2722.71 lbs.
Max. weight 1485 kg 3273.86 lbs.
Max load 250 kg 551.16 lbs.
Dimensions
Length 3946 mm 155.35 in.
Width including mirrors 1851 mm 72.87 in.
Height 1127 mm 44.37 in.
Wheelbase 2351 mm 92.56 in.
Front track 1456 mm 57.32 in.
Rear (Back) track 1485 mm 58.46 in.
Front overhang 871 mm 34.29 in.
Rear overhang 723 mm 28.46 in.
Ride height (ground clearance) 130 mm 5.12 in.
Drag coefficient (Cd) 0.36
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter) 11.05 m 36.25 ft.
Approach angle 11°
Departure angle 18°
Ramp-over (brakeover) angle 12.7°
Drivetrain, brakes and suspension specs
Drivetrain Architecture One electric motor drives rear wheels.
Drive wheel Rear wheel drive
Number of Gears (automatic transmission) 1
Front suspension Double wishbone
Rear suspension Double wishbone
Front brakesVentilated discs
Rear brakesDisc
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering type Steering rack and pinion
Power steering Electric Steering
Tires size Front wheel tires: 175/55 R16Rear wheel tires: 225/45 R17
Wheel rims sizeFront wheel rims: 6J x 16Rear wheel rims: 7.5J x 17