How Far Can You Go in Tesla Roadster 2.5 Base (2010-2012)
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The Tesla Roadster 2.5 Base (2010-2012) is an all-electric rear-wheel drive roadster. It came out in 2010 replacing the older Tesla Roadster 2.0 (2008-2009). Tesla stopped making the 2.5 Base in 2012.
The Tesla Roadster 2.5 Base (2010-2012) has a 53 kWh battery pack, allowing it to travel up to 244 mi on a single charge. The car has an average efficiency of 20.7 kWh per 100 miles (or 4.8 miles per kWh) — ranked №350 out of 695 electric vehicles.
Frequently Asked Questions
How powerful is it? How fast does it accelerate?
The Tesla Roadster 2.5 Base (2010-2012) achieves a 0 to 60 mph acceleration in 3.7 seconds (placing it at №86 among 693 electric vehicles) and attains a maximum speed of 125 mph.
Its powertrain provides a power output of up to 215 kW (288 hp) and a torque of 273 lb-ft.
How far can it go on single charge? What is the real-world range?
The estimated real-world range for Tesla Roadster 2.5 Base (2010-2012) falls between 220–268 miles, ranking it №349 out of 693 electric vehicles. Several conditions can influence this range:
Speed: The battery drains faster at higher speeds.
Temperature: Extreme temperatures can impact range.
Terrain: Range is reduced on hilly or mountainous terrain.
Driving style: Aggressive driving behaviors, such as frequent acceleration and braking, decrease efficiency.
Feature utilization: Climate control and media system usage also affect range.
These figures are approximations, and your actual driving range may vary. When planning trips, consider these factors and be prepared for potential charging stops.
What charging options are available? How long does it take to charge it?
The Tesla Roadster 2.5 Base (2010-2012) in the USA is equipped with a Type 1 (J1772) charging port. You can charge it conveniently at home using a standard outlet, or utilize any public AC charging station with the appropriate cable. However, the car's built-in charger (inverter) limits the maximum AC charging speed to 16.8 kW, which translates to roughly 73 miles of range added per hour.
How big is it? What are the dimensions (length, width, height)?
Tesla Roadster 2.5 Base (2010-2012) comes in the following dimensions:
Length: 155.3 in
Width: 73.7 in (including side mirrors) or N/A 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?
The rear cargo area of the Tesla Roadster 2.5 Base (2010-2012) provides N/A cubic feet of space when the rear seats are upright (ranked №N/A out of 693 electric vehicles).
Folding these seats down unlocks a maximum cargo capacity of N/A cubic feet (ranked №N/A out of 693 electric vehicles).
The car doesn’t have a “frunk” (front trunk).
Is it suitable for towing? What is the maximum towing capacity?