Tesla Roadster 1.5 vs Roadster 2.0 vs Roadster 2.5
Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in imperial units (mi, lb). To see metric units (km, kg), switch website version to Global
General Info
| Property | Tesla Roadster 1.5 | Tesla Roadster 2.0 | Tesla Roadster 2.5 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2007-2009 | 2009-2010 | 2010-2012 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | USA | USA |
| Body Style | Roadster | Roadster | Roadster |
| Available in the USA | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Price USA (Used) | $79000 | $85000 | $89000 |
| GCC Score | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.2 |
Range and Efficiency
| Property | Tesla Roadster 1.5 | Tesla Roadster 2.0 | Tesla Roadster 2.5 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 231 mi | 244 mi | 244 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 219 mi | 232 mi | 232 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 53 kWh | 53 kWh | 53 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 50.4 kWh | 50.4 kWh | 50.4 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 23 kWh/100 mi | 21.7 kWh/100 mi | 21.7 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.35 mi/kWh | 4.6 mi/kWh | 4.6 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.6 | 8.1 | 8.1 |
Charging
| Property | Tesla Roadster 1.5 | Tesla Roadster 2.0 | Tesla Roadster 2.5 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 16.8 kW | 16.8 kW | 16.8 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | - Max Charging Power (DC) | - Max Charging Power (DC) | - Max Charging Power (DC) |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | Type 1 (J1772) | Type 1 (J1772) | Type 1 (J1772) |
| Charging Score | 5.8 | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Performance
| Property | Tesla Roadster 1.5 | Tesla Roadster 2.0 | Tesla Roadster 2.5 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | 1 motor: IM | 1 motor: IM | 1 motor: IM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 185 kW | 215 kW | 215 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 248 hp | 288 hp | 288 hp |
| Motor Torque | 273 lb-ft | 280 lb-ft | 280 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 4 s | 3.9 s | 3.9 s |
| Top Speed | 125 mph | 125 mph | 125 mph |
| Performance Score | 4.8 | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions
| Property | Tesla Roadster 1.5 | Tesla Roadster 2.0 | Tesla Roadster 2.5 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 155.4 in | 155.4 in | 155.4 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 73.7 in | 73.7 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 44.4 in | 44.4 in | 44.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 92.6 in | 92.6 in | 92.6 in |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | Tesla Roadster 1.5 | Tesla Roadster 2.0 | Tesla Roadster 2.5 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Curb Weight | 2877 lb | 2727 lb | 2727 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 5.3 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 2.3 | 2.3 | 2.3 |
