Global EV Comparison: Tesla Model S Plaid vs Roadster 2025
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General Info
The Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €109990. Although the Tesla Roadster 2025 has been announced, it is not yet in production and will not be available for sale in Europe.
The Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) is a Liftback, whereas the Tesla Roadster 2025 is a Roadster.
| Property | Tesla Model S Plaid | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | USA |
| Body Style | Liftback | Roadster |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €109990 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €83500 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 7.7 | 7.5 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Tesla Roadster 2025 offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…).
| Property | Tesla Model S Plaid | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 578 km | 998 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 600 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 530 km | 948 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 100 kWh | 200 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 95 kWh | 190 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.9 kWh/100 km | 20 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.58 km/kWh | 4.99 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.4 | 8.6 |
Charging
The Tesla Roadster 2025 features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 250 kW.
The Tesla Roadster 2025 features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Tesla Model S Plaid | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 250 kW | 250 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) |
| Charging Score | 7.6 | 9.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Both cars deliver the same 0-100 km/h acceleration time, but the Tesla Roadster 2025 boasts greater motor power.
| Property | Tesla Model S Plaid | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 760 kW | 1000 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 1020 hp | 1341 hp |
| Motor Torque | 1420 Nm | 1500 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 2.1 s | 2.1 s |
| Top Speed | 322 km/h | 410 km/h |
| Performance Score | 8.5 | 8.8 |
Dimensions
The Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Tesla Roadster 2025.
The Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Tesla Model S Plaid | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5021 mm | 4200 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2189 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1987 mm | 2000 mm |
| Height | 1431 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2960 mm | 2800 mm |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…), but the Tesla Roadster 2025 doesn’t have one.
The Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1600 kg, whereas the Tesla Roadster 2025 is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Tesla Model S Plaid | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 2167 kg | 2000 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 709 l | 150 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1739 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 89 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.1 | 2.5 |
