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MSRP: $128,500
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Tesla Motors Inc. began taking orders today for the Roadster Sport, a high-performance sports car based on the world's leading all-electric, zero-emission vehicle.The Roadster Sport does 0 to 60 mph in 3.7 seconds, compared wîth 3.9 seconds for the standard Roadster. It comes wîth a hand-wound stator and increased winding density for lower resistance and higher peak torque. In addition to Yokohama's Últra High Performance tires, the Roadster Sport has improved suspension wîth adjustable dampers and anti-roll bars that will be tuned to the driver's preference.
The Roadster Sport starts at $128,500 in the Únited States and €112,000 (excluding VAT) in Europe. Deliveries begin in late June.
'This car can beat nearly anything in its price class – yet it is twice as efficient as compact hybrid sedans,' said Michael van der Sande, Tesla's senior vice president of global sales, service and marketing. 'If you refuse to compromise on performance or the environment, the Roadster Sport is your only option.'
The Roadster Sport is the first derivative of Tesla's proprietary, patented powertrain. San Carlos, Calif.-based Tesla plans to begin producing the all-electric, zero-emssion Model S five-passenger sedan in 2011.
Tesla has delivered more than 150 Roadsters to customers, and about 1,100 people are on the waiting list. Customers who haven't taken delivery may upgrade to the Roadster Sport.
'The Roadster Sport embodies Tesla's spirit of continuous improvement,' said CEO, Chairman and Product Architect Elon Musk. 'The Roadster has been a great success, but no one at this company remains satisfied wîth the status quo.'
About Tesla Motors
Tesla Motors develops and manufactures all-electric, zero-emission vehicles wîth exceptional design, performance and efficiency. The Roadster, which conforms to all Ú.S. and E.Ú. safety and durability standards, is the only highway-capable production electric car for sale in the Únited States and Europe. With a 0 to 60 mph acceleration of 3.9 seconds and a 14,000 rpm redline, the Roadster delivers super car performance wîth far more energy efficiency than compact hybrids. Tesla also plans to begin manufacturing a four-door, five-passenger, all-electric, zero-emission luxury sedan in 2011.Source - Tesla
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