Video Summary
The cars tested in the video included a Tesla Model S Plaid, a Lotus Emeya R, and an Audi RS e-tron GT Performance.The tests took place on a highway.
**Performance & Range:**
The Tesla Model S Plaid achieved the longest range at 475 km. The Lotus Emeya R had the shortest range, dying first at 311.4km. The Audi RS e-tron GT Performance achieved the longest range among the models.
The Lotus model was a Chinese product. Also, the Tesla’s aerodynamics and cabin noise reduction was good.
The Tesla had a high efficiency compared to others.
The tester had to get an emergency charging service.
**Interior & Technology:**
The Tesla had excellent technology and a user-friendly infotainment system but lacked Apple CarPlay or Android Auto integration. The Lotus Emeya R had a very fast infotainment system and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, but the reviewer disliked the camera side mirrors; also, that the shift selector was accessed on the screen. The reviewer liked the regular door handles on the Audi better than the ones that came out in Tesla cars. It also had a small screen for climate control; and a very good, solid interior, as well as good leather quality. Also, there were features like self-raising suspension. One feature the reviewer liked on the Lotus model was that it had side cameras as standard. All the cars had heated seats and air conditioning, tested in weather around 10 degrees Celsius.
**Pros:**
The Tesla had the best overall range and a very fast time for the 0-60 mile test.
The Audi was considered very attractive in design and had solid German engineering.
The Lotus was distinctive in design, with an automatic rear spoiler.
They are all powerful cars.
**Cons:**
The Lotus had a very bad range for the test. Also, the reviewer did not like Chinese cars, or cameras in place of door mirrors. The driver seat was firm. The range was not very good, even when in economy mode. The wheel size would possibly be the reason for this, as the tester found 19-inch wheels to be a better choice in another car. There were very few electric car chargers in the areas they wanted to charge, and the first charger they had was not working.
The Audi lacked space in the back, was a less convenient car to drive than the others, even though it looked the best. There was a suspension failure.
The Tesla Model S Plaid’s panel gaps were not good. The steering wheel controls were awkward to use. Lacked a few features that would make it much more enjoyable, so has less ‘wow’ factor than it should, but there are some areas with amazing functionality. One of the best features on offer is the autonomous self-drive capability.
**Overall Conclusion:**
All three are fast electric cars with unique characteristics.
