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

Technical Specifications of Tesla Roadster 2.0 (2009-2010)

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General Info

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

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

USA

Current Status Announced (planned), Produced (on sale), Discontinued (no longer made): Discontinued

Body Style Refers to the car's shape & design (sedan, SUV, hatchback): Roadster

Range and Efficiency

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

EPA

GCC

No Data 244 mi 97 out of 155 232 mi 130 out of 241

Battery Capacity Nominal: total amount of energy the car’s battery can hold. Usable: actual amount of energy you can access.: Nominal

Usable

53 kWh 100 out of 149 50.4 kWh 123 out of 177

Efficiency Energy consumption per distance driven. The more efficient the car, the less energy it needs to go the same distance.: 21.7 kWh/100 mi (4.6 mi/kWh) 6 out of 204

Charging

Max Charging Power Max electric power the car can accept for charging, determined by its on-board charger (AC) and battery (DC): AC

DC

16.8 kW 5 out of 23 No Data

Architecture Most EVs use a 400V system, but newer models with higher voltage can 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 Drivetrain configuration: PMSM (Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor), IM (AC Induction Motor): RWD: IM

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

Torque

215 kW (288 hp) 114 out of 186 280 lb-ft 124 out of 172

0-60 mph Acceleration time from 0 to 60 mph (USA) or 0 to 100 km/h (Europe): 3.9 s 22 out of 116

Top Speed The fastest the car can go (maximum speed): 125 mph 31 out of 65

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Dimensions

Length Car's body length (front to back bumper): 155.4 in 176 out of 197

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

w/o Mirrors

73.7 in 88 out of 100 72.9 in 54 out of 92

Height Car's body height (from ground to highest point): 44.4 in 146 out of 147

Wheelbase Distance between centers of front and rear wheels (affects ride and handling): 92.6 in 118 out of 122

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 418 out of 434

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

Max

Frunk

5.3 ft3 148 out of 151 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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How Far Can You Go in Tesla Roadster 2.0 (2009-2010)

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Charging Tesla Roadster 2.0 (2009-2010)

Slow (AC)

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Home and Office (AC) Charging

Fast (DC) Charging

This car does not support DC fast charging

Last Updated:

August 09, 2024

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About Tesla Roadster 2.0 (2009-2010)

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 №426 out of 757 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 757 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 (№130 out of 241 ranked positions, among 757 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 (№148 out of 151 ranked positions, among 757 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 757 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.