Global EV Comparison: Tesla Roadster 1.5 vs Roadster 2.0
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General Info
Both vehicles have been discontinued and were never available for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Roadster.
| Property | Tesla Roadster 1.5 | Tesla Roadster 2.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2007-2009 | 2009-2010 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | USA |
| Body Style | Roadster | Roadster |
| Market Availability | USA | USA |
| GCC Score | 5.2 | 5.4 |
Range and Efficiency
Although both cars have the same battery capacity, Tesla Roadster 2.0 (2009-2010) achieves a longer real-world range due to its superior energy efficiency.
| Property | Tesla Roadster 1.5 | Tesla Roadster 2.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 372 km | 393 km |
| Range (GCC) | 353 km | 373 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 53 kWh | 53 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 50.4 kWh | 50.4 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 14.3 kWh/100 km | 13.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 7 km/kWh | 7.4 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.3 | 7.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Neither model supports DC fast charging.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 16.8 kW.
| Property | Tesla Roadster 1.5 | Tesla Roadster 2.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 16.8 kW | 16.8 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | - Max Charging Power (DC) | - Max Charging Power (DC) |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | Type 1 (J1772) | Type 1 (J1772) |
| Charging Score | 5.7 | 5.7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The Tesla Roadster 2.0 (2009-2010) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Tesla Roadster 1.5 | Tesla Roadster 2.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | IM | IM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 185 kW | 215 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 248 hp | 288 hp |
| Motor Torque | 370 Nm | 380 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.2 s | 4.1 s |
| Top Speed | 201 km/h | 201 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.8 | 5 |
Dimensions
The Tesla Roadster 1.5 (2007-2009) and Tesla Roadster 2.0 (2009-2010) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Tesla Roadster 1.5 | Tesla Roadster 2.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3946 mm | 3946 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1873 mm | 1873 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1852 mm | 1852 mm |
| Height | 1127 mm | 1127 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2352 mm | 2352 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Tesla Roadster 1.5 | Tesla Roadster 2.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Curb Weight | 1305 kg | 1237 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 150 l | 150 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 2.3 | 2.3 |
