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Overview
The 2014 Tesla Model S Base is a rear-wheel drive, 5-door Sedan that was released to the Australian market on 4th May 2014. The Tesla Model S is regarded as a Medium Luxury built in USA with prices starting at $96,208 before on-road costs.
This Tesla Model S uses a fully electric engine.
The Tesla Model S measures 1435mm (56.5 inches) in height, 4978mm (196.0 inches) in length, 1964mm (77.3 inches) in width with a 2959mm (116.5 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 2108kg (4647.3 lbs) of unladen weight. The Model S Base comes standard with 245/45 R19 front tyres and 245/45 R19 rear tyres. It has a 48 month, 80,000 km warranty.
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Power to Weight
106.74 - 147.06 kW/t
68.72 kW/t
182.94 kW/t
Boot Space
745 litres
378 litres
745 litres
Price
$96,208 - $133,257
$49,990
$171,300
Warranty (Years)
4 years
3 years
4 years
Warranty (Distance)
80,000 km
80,000 km
Unlimited
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Ground Clearance Unladen
152 mm
120 mm
152 mm
Battery & Charging
Max. battery kilowatt hour
60 - 85 kWh
60 kWh
85 kWh
Vehicle Range (EV)
390 - 502 km
4 km
502 km
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Dimensions
4,978 mm
1,964 mm
1,435 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,978 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,964 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,959 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,300 mm |
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Explore Tesla Model S Features & Specs
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 0
Standard Met: ZEV
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Electric
Fuel Type: Electric
Charging Information
Mode 2 Duration: 7.00
Mode 2 Scenario: Mode 2
Mode 2 Voltage: 110
Electric Driven Wheels
Electric Driven Wheels: Rear
Electric Motor
Motor 1 Number: 1
Electric Power Source
Battery Swap Time: 2
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
Maximum Battery (kWh): 60.0
Onboard Charger: 10.0
Range (km): 390.00
Range (miles): 242.34
Swappable Battery: yes
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 6.2
Maximum Speed (km/h): 190
Maximum Speed (mph): 118
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 302
Maximum Power (kW): 225
Maximum Torque (Nm): 430
Measurement Standard: SAE
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 0
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Transmission
Description: Automatic
Number of Speeds: 1
Shift Lever Location: Dash
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Electric Adjustment: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 102
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 245
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 102
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 245
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 19
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 19
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Sedan
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: Manufacturer’S Own
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 58.1
Rear Seat Down (L): 1645
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 26.3
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 745
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11300
Front Track (in): 65.4
Front Track (mm): 1661
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.0
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 152
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 37.1
Overall Height (in): 56.5
Overall Height (mm): 1435
Overall Length (in): 196.0
Overall Length (mm): 4978
Overall Width (in): 77.3
Overall Width (mm): 1964
Rear Track (in): 66.9
Rear Track (mm): 1699
Wheelbase (in): 116.5
Wheelbase (mm): 2959
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.8
Front Headroom (mm): 986
Rear Headroom (in): 35.3
Rear Headroom (mm): 897
Front Hip Room (in): 55.0
Front Hip Room (mm): 1397
Rear Hip Room (in): 54.7
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1390
Front Leg Room (in): 42.7
Front Leg Room (mm): 1084
Rear Leg Room (in): 35.4
Rear Leg Room (mm): 900
Front Shoulder Room (in): 57.7
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1465
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 55.0
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1397
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Xenon
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: Rear Lights
Paint
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2108
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4647
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 7
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Display Screen
Screen Size (in): 17.0
Luxury Trim
Doors: Alloy
Instrument Panel: Piano Black
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Operation: Remote
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