2009-2010 Tesla Roadster 2.0 - Compare Electric Car USA Specs

Q: How much cargo space does it offer? Does it have a front trunk?

Here s a breakdown of the Tesla Roadster 2.0 (2009-2010) cargo space: Trunk capacity: With the rear seats up, you get 5.3 cubic feet of cargo space in the back (№155 out of 158 ranked positions, among 854 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions). Max cargo capacity: Fold down the rear seats, and you open up cubic feet of total cargo space (№ out of ranked positions, among 854 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions). Frunk capacity: The car doesn’t have a “frunk” (front trunk).

Specifications and Dimensions

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General Info

Years of Production When the car first came out and when they stopped making it: 2009-2010 (Discontinued)

Available in the USA: Yes

Country of Manufacture Country where final assembly of the car took place

USA

Body Style Vehicle category based on its shape and layout: Roadster

Range and Efficiency

Range Range on a full charge: EPA (USA), WLTP (EU), NEDC (EU old), GCC (Green Cars Compare): WLTP

EPA

GCC

No Data 244 mi 105 out of 164 232 mi 136 out of 252

Battery Capacity Nominal (total energy storage), Usable (accessible portion): Nominal

Usable

53 kWh 108 out of 162 50.4 kWh 126 out of 184

Efficiency Higher efficiency means lower energy consumption: Energy/Range

Range/Energy

21.7 kWh/100 mi 7 out of 210 4.6 mi/kWh 7 out of 237

Charging

Max AC Charging: 16.8 kW 5 out of 24

Max DC Charging: No Data

Architecture Higher voltage allows to charge faster and use less wiring: 400 V

Charge Port The port type impacts charging speed and station compatibility

Type 1 (J1772)

Performance

Drive Type Motor types: PMSM (Permanent Magnet Synchronous), IM (AC Induction), EESM (Externally Excited Synchronous): RWD 1 motor: IM

Motor Peak power and torque of the car's electric motor(s): Power

Torque

215 kW (288 hp) 118 out of 189 280 lb-ft 134 out of 187

0-60 mph Acceleration time from a standstill: 3.9 s 22 out of 116

Top Speed The fastest the car can go (max speed): 125 mph 32 out of 68

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Dimensions

Length Car's body length (front to back bumper): 155.4 in 200 out of 223

Width Car's body width including or excluding side mirrors: with Mirrors

w/o Mirrors

73.7 in 95 out of 105 72.9 in 55 out of 97

Height Car's body height (from ground to highest point): 44.4 in 153 out of 154

Wheelbase Distance between centers of front and rear wheels (affects ride and handling): 92.6 in 132 out of 136

Cargo and Towing

Number of Seats Total passenger capacity of the car (including driver): 2

Curb Weight Car's weight without passengers or cargo: 2727 lb 498 out of 515

Cargo Volume Cargo capacity: Trunk (rear seats up), Max (rear seats folded), Frunk (front hood): Trunk

Max

Frunk

5.3 ft³ 155 out of 158 No Data No Data

Towing Capacity Maximum weight the car can tow safely with a trailer that has its own brakes: No Data

Last Updated:

August 09, 2024

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Charging

Slow (AC)

Fast (DC)

Home and Office (AC) Charging

Fast (DC) Charging

This car does not support DC fast charging

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NEMA 5-15

Output:: 1.8 kW

120 V, 15 A, 1-phase

NEMA 5-20

Output:: 2.4 kW

120 V, 20 A, 1-phase

NEMA 6-20

Output:: 4.8 kW

240 V, 20 A, 1-phase

NEMA 14-30

Output:: 7.2 kW

240 V, 30 A, 1-phase

NEMA 14-50

Output:: 9.6 kW

240 V, 40 A, 1-phase

NEMA 6-50

Output:: 9.6 kW

240 V, 40 A, 1-phase

Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (16.8 kW) Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (0 kW)

The car only accepts single-phase current (max 240 V)

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The car’s DC charging capability at 400V stations is limited to 0 kW

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Avg. Rate

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Avg. Power

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AC Charging 20–80%

Using a outlet, charging the Tesla Roadster 2.0 (2009-2010) from 20% to 80% takes around h min. Plug it in now, and it’ll be good to go by .

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DC Charging 20–80%

Using a station, charging the Tesla Roadster 2.0 (2009-2010) from 20% to 80% takes around h min. Plug it in now, and it’ll be good to go by .

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Overview

The Tesla Roadster 2.0 (2009-2010) is an all-electric rear-wheel drive roadster. It came out in 2009 replacing the older Tesla Roadster 1.5 (2007-2009). Tesla stopped making the 2.0 in 2010 and replaced it with the Tesla Roadster 2.5 (2010-2012). You can still find Tesla Roadster 2.0 (2009-2010) on the used car market, with prices starting around $85,000.

The Tesla Roadster 2.0 (2009-2010) has a 53 kWh battery pack, allowing it to travel up to 232 mi on a single charge — ranked №467 out of 854 electric vehicles.

How powerful is it? How fast does it accelerate?

The Tesla Roadster 2.0 (2009-2010) can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 3.9 seconds (№22 out of 116 ranked positions, among 854 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions) and reach a top speed of 125 mph.

The car’s powertrain delivers up to 215 kW (288 hp) of power and 280 lb-ft of torque.

How far can it go on single charge? What is the real-world range?

Real-world range of the Tesla Roadster 2.0 (2009-2010) is 232 miles (№136 out of 252 ranked positions, among 854 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions) — depending on several factors, including:

Speed: Higher speeds deplete the battery faster.
Temperature: Extreme cold and hot weather impacts range.
Terrain: Hilly or mountainous terrain reduces range.
Driving style: Aggressive driving with frequent acceleration and braking consumes more energy.
Use of features: Features like climate control and media system also affect range.

It's important to remember that these are just estimates, and your actual range may vary. It's always best to factor in these various factors when planning your trip and be prepared for potential charging stops.

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What charging options are available? How long does it take to charge it?

In the USA Tesla Roadster 2.0 (2009-2010) has a Type 1 (J1772) charge port.

You can charge it at home using a standard domestic socket or plug into any public AC charging station using the right cable. Keep in mind that the car's on-board charger (inverter) limits the maximum AC charging rate to 16.8 kW, which translates to approximately 70 miles of range added per hour of charging.
The car doesn't support DC charging

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How big is it? What are the dimensions (length, width, height)?

Here are the dimensions and weight for the Tesla Roadster 2.0 (2009-2010):

Length: 155.4 in
Width: 73.7 in (including side mirrors) or 72.9 in (excluding side mirrors)
Height: 44.4 in
Wheelbase: 92.6 in (distance between the center of the front and rear wheels)
Curb weight: 2727 lbs (weight of the empty car, no people or cargo)

How much cargo space does it offer? Does it have a front trunk?

Here's a breakdown of the Tesla Roadster 2.0 (2009-2010) cargo space:

Trunk capacity: With the rear seats up, you get 5.3 cubic feet of cargo space in the back (№155 out of 158 ranked positions, among 854 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions).
Max cargo capacity: Fold down the rear seats, and you open up cubic feet of total cargo space (№ out of ranked positions, among 854 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions).
Frunk capacity: The car doesn’t have a “frunk” (front trunk).

Is it suitable for towing? What is the maximum towing capacity?

The car isn’t officially rated for towing.