Car and driver tesla p85d range

When youre done driving, you get out, shut the door, and. The sound, the feel, and the smell of an ic is in my veins. I want to drive the model s the same way i drive my ice car now. Tesla reveals d allwheeldrive model s, autopilot feature. Other than the increased speed, new seats, and faster delivery does the p85d offer anything else different from the 85d. How tesla tire size impacts tesla range cleantechnica. Fastest production sedan and american made by jms on jun 12, 2019 vehicle. Driving range for the model s family tesla deutschland. I wafted up and down bay area freeways in electric silence, the cars smooth adaptive cruise control doing everything but steering, and thus taking the edge off of the occasionally atrocious california traffic. The table does seem to align with car and driver s findings and what tesla warns when selecting larger wheels. In this second part of my blog post series about the basics of driving a tesla car, i want to focus a bit on the range anxiety of electric cars and the many remarks, consternations and questions ive seen on the different forums.

The tesla model s is rather unique in todays market. The tesla model s is an allelectric fivedoor liftback sedan, produced by tesla, inc. Tesla p85d insane mode launch reactions compilation. Apr 11, 2017 thats what led car and driver to test a 2015 tesla model s p85d luxury electric sedan for 36,000 miles of highly varied usage, much of the time around its home base in a suburb of detroit. The p85d is, in effect, the performance version of tesla s model s. Used tesla model s p85d for sale with photos carfax. With superb allelectric range, the model s is very quick, but it faces challenges including its lack of dealer network and will soon face other competitors. The p85d is, in effect, the performance version of teslas model s. Jan 30, 2015 the extra power, traction, and weight of the second motor mean the car swills the 85kwh batterys electrons. The table does seem to align with car and drivers findings and what tesla warns when selecting larger wheels. Thats faster than a dodge charger hellcat, or a porsche panamera turbo s.

According to tesla, the p85d has a 285mile range at a steady 65 mph. A tesla model s might actually have the longest range of all. You will have to pry the keys to my ic car from my cold dead hands. Model s is built from the ground up as an electric vehicle, with highstrength. But the range claims made by tesla which are no doubt arrived at using a government test are not realistic. Its a fourwheel drive, allelectric saloon making ready for this. That said, we found it to be a fun car to drive and unlike anything else on the road at the. Every major way the tesla model s has changed over the. In einem test des automagazins car and driver beschleunigte ein. Tesla model s p85d gets rated at 242 miles of range. Purchase price include potential savings all cars have dual motor allwheel drive, adaptive air suspension, premium interior and sound.

This version would have included a gasoline engine to extend the driving range of the vehicle, but it. Aug 26, 2015 tesla claims the model s p85d can run up to 491km on a fill, but buyers can increase that range by six per cent to about 520km by opting for the p90d model. Forums car conversation cars by make chevrolet corvette comments on. However, i have no interest in an electric car myself. What is the tesla model s range, if you drive fast all the. This can be a bit difficult since the background test methodology and standards from the us epa are evolving over time. As of april 23, 2019, the model s long range has an epa range of 373 miles 600 km, which is higher than any other battery electric car. I was thinking, my car gets only about 110 miles currently. There are many different ways to compare vehicle range but the standard in the united states is from the epa on a complicated combination of different driving. Even at that, the teslas range is great enough to avoid the. Tesla s model s p85d acts like a car built on the mantra waiting is for suckers. Tesla allwheel drive has two independent motors that digitally control torque to the front and rear wheelsfor far. I couldnt remember if it was really a lot different from when i started my commute is only about 50 miles round trip.

All new tesla cars have the hardware needed in the future for full selfdriving in. Apr 08, 2015 p85d is insanely fast with power for days, yet quiet, comfortable, and spacious enough to be a daily driver. Our cars big battery pack made electric living easy. Jan 25, 2015 tesla p85d insane mode launch reactions compilation explicit version with brooks weisblat. On october 9, 2014, tesla announced the introduction of dual drive allwheel drive awd versions of the model s 60, 85, and p85.

Thats what led car and driver to test a 2015 tesla model s p85d luxury electric sedan for 36,000 miles of highly varied usage, much of the time around its home base in a suburb of detroit. When the tesla model s p85d debuted, the headline number from the company was that the performance all wheel drive version of the car would get 275 miles of range, a figure that was revised. Whod like to know the real range of a model s, before they buy one. So as of around november 1, 2019, the cars were all 2020 model year. Different kind of test drive for the tesla model s p85d. Mar 07, 2015 the 2015 tesla model s p85d proves that two motors are better than one in an electric car, the additive output rated at 691 horsepower and enabling what tesla calls insane acceleration mode. Tesla informs you that your range will suffer as a result. Detailed features and specs for the used 2015 tesla model s p85d including fuel economy, transmission, warranty, engine type, cylinders, drivetrain and more. Hi everyone, i was recently talking with a friend who purchased a bold and was getting more then 200 miles on his new bolt.

It is a true drivers car that happens to be powered by electricity, with. Since no current ev can match the p85d, the closest competitor to the tesla is a hybrid from germany. Nor should p85d users be any more susceptible to range anxiety than owners of more conventional model s editions. From a stop, the onespeed p85d has all of its 686 poundfeet of thrust at the ready. We have 33 tesla model s p85d vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 17 1owner cars, and 33 personal use cars. Anyone who gets in the car with the idea that they are going to be safe driving 250 miles without a charge will end up on the side of the road about 50 miles short of their destination. As for range, i have yet to use more than 120 miles in one day of driving, and i drive quite a lot, but all local driving. Model s can get you anywhere you want to gowith industryleading range. New for 2015 is tesla s top of line model s p85d, a 691 hp all wheel drive luxury rocket ship that can go 060 in 3.

Three days in the absolutely insane tesla model s p85d. Last night, tesla motors ceo elon musk revealed an allwheel drive version of the tesla model s electric luxury car known as dwhose most powerful p85d version will accelerate from 0 to 60 mph. Teslas p85d uses dual motor, fourwheel drive technology to deliver a. Find the best tesla model s p85d for sale near you. The epas official range for tesla s new, faster model s p85d is 253. Apr 07, 2017 our car experts choose every product we feature.

You dont need a 100amp in your house a simple 220v 30amp dryer connection is sufficient for almost everyone. I will speak for the most part from my experience as a model s driver. The 85d and p85d will be able to drive 275 miles on a. This cant quite be described as affordable, but its a pretty amazing car for the money. I respect what tesla is doing and hope they are successful. I am pricing out an 85d vs a p85d and the difference is approx. Get the full story, with plenty of unique model s p85d photos. In the market to purchase a tesla, need a quick clarification from the experts. Thanks for the input, cant wait to get the new car. Im torn between a used p85d with 7500 miles on the clock with delivery almost straight away or wait 3 months and get a brand new 90d for similar money and same spec.

From losing front grilles and sunroofs to increasing its range, here are all the major changes tesla has made to the flagship model s. Germanys autozeitung magazine comparison tested the audi rs7 and the tesla model s p85d the audi and tesla were level by 37 mph, then the audi was faster after that. Model s sets an industry standard for performance and safety. Around town, nothing other than another tesla can keep up with the 70d, so unless you really like launching the car, the new 90d would be my recommendation. The tesla model s p85d is the future, and it is fast, as in 060 mph in 3. We have 19 2015 tesla model s p85d vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 9 1owner cars, and 19 personal use cars. Tiff needell drives the electric tesla gt p100dl duration. Make no mistake, the 85d is not regarded as a super car, the p85d is, whether it deserves it or not. Jul, 2015 new for 2015 is teslas top of line model s p85d, a 691 hp all wheel drive luxury rocket ship that can go 060 in 3. Every major way the tesla model s has changed over the years. Tesla s allelectric powertrain delivers unparalleled performance in all weather conditions with dual motor allwheel drive, adaptive air suspension and ludicrous acceleration. Thats the new dualmotor allwheeldrive version of its signature electric car, revealed last month by tesla motors ceo elon musk. May 11, 2015 on paper at least, the tesla model s is car 2.

Model s vehicles built after october 2016 have the option of an advanced driver. The original electric luxury saloon, the model s proved that tesla could. Online editor alex stoklosa claims the longest trip to date, traveling 1600 miles roundtrip between ann arbor, michigan, and alton, virginia. If you dont need the range of the 90, then save the money and get the 60, which you can charge to 100% everyday for a full 200 miles of range which is just a bit less than the 70d at 90%. On april 21, 2015, a tesla model s p85d rolled off a transporter in front of car and driver. There is no way that 253 miles is the actual range of this car. The epa rates the p85d at 253 miles per charge while our own realworld range test. The p85d is less of a hotshot at speeds faster than 60 mph, which is interesting for a car with a combined power rating of 691 hp, 686 lbft. The model d is teslas most powerful car ever, plus. The p85d can also be upgraded with a range extending 90 kwh battery that adds a ludicrous acceleration mode more on that in a bit. Tesla claims the model s p85d can run up to 491km on a fill, but buyers can increase that range by six per cent to about 520km by opting for the p90d model. Apr 08, 2015 three days in the absolutely insane tesla model s p85d.

As the model s family has expanded over time it has become more relevant to compare range from one variant to another with a consistent set of assumptions so our customers can know what to expect and make the best decision to fit their needs. Best car ive ever had and i cant imagine driving anything else. I drove 21,000 miles with my p85d and had lifetime 321 whmi. Teslas allelectric powertrain delivers unparalleled performance in all weather conditions with dual motor allwheel drive, adaptive air suspension and ludicrous acceleration. Together, this system provides a view of the world that a driver alone cannot access. Driving dynamics started by jbcarioca, may 20, 2016. Tesla has done some pretty amazing things to make them better but they still do. Tesla has singlehandedly changed the electric car landscape, and the model 3 is the least expensive way to get one of the companys tech wonders in your driveway. In fact, i hope bevs in general continue to evolve into great cars. The extra power, traction, and weight of the second motor mean the car swills the 85kwh batterys electrons. The model s p85d in insane mode, formerly the quickest tesla, was a halfsecond slower to 60 and 0.

Oct 09, 2014 the tesla model s p85d is the future, and it is fast, as in 060 mph in 3. Model s can get you anywhere you want to gowith industry leading range. Tesla model s performance raven range test results by bjorn. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. We tracktest the incredible new 2015 tesla model s p85d. Whats especially impressive is that tesla managed to improve the car s efficiency and range, despite the added mass of the second motor. High praise from one of the worlds leading automotive magazines.

As we move onto the 2015 model year, the ev is getting its first major update as tesla is rolling out a muchanticipated allwheel drive version that is dubbed the tesla model s p85d. The epa has not changed their method of rating range. Mixed with range anxietythe fear of running out of juice far from a. On april 21, 2015, a tesla model s p85d rolled off a transporter in front of car and driver headquarters, its cherryred paint spattered with mud as if it had come from its fremont, california. Tesla claims that the car s digital power controls can utilise two motors more. Find the best used 2015 tesla model s p85d near you.