The All-Electric Tesla Model S Saloon: The Complete Guide For The UK

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Overview

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Tesla Inc. (formerly Tesla Motors Inc.) was founded by American engineers, Martin Eberhard and Marc Tarpenning in 2003. They named the Palo Alto based company, Tesla, as a tribute to the engineer Nikola Tesla.  

In fact, Elon Musk (Co-Founder, Tesla) become involved with the company post the founding of Tesla Motors. He was the lead  investor in the 2004  Series A investment round.

In 2008, Tesla unveiled its first zero-emission electric vehicle (EV), the all-electric Roadster.  As they say, the rest is history. Tesla, Inc is a publicly listed company and has a market value higher than any other automotive manufacturer. Elon Musk is also ranked as one of the richest individuals in the world. According to Bloomberg Billionaires Index, he is ranked second with a net worth of US$187 billion.

Tesla has the following battery-electric vehicle (BEV) models either in production or in development. In 2020, the EV company surpassed a production volume of 1 million plug-in electric cars.

• The all-electric Tesla Model S
• The all-electric Tesla Model 3
• The all-electric Tesla Model X 
• The all-electric Tesla Model Y 
• The all-electric Tesla Roadster 
• The all-electric Tesla Cybertruck

Tesla also sells battery energy storage, solar panels, solar roof and other EV charging related equipment and accessories. Tesla also owns and operates a vast network of Tesla Superchargers.

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The All-Electric Tesla Model S Saloon

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The Tesla Model S was at one time, the second most-sold plug-in electric car globally, after the ubiquitous Nissan Leaf EV.  The Model S was first introduced in 2012. Since its launch, the Tesla green car has achieved significant milestones to include:

• Best selling plug-in all-electric car in 2015 and 2016
• Top selling new car in Norway in September and December 2013 
• Top selling new car in Denmark in December 2015 
• In 2019, Motor Trend Magazine named the Model S as the ultimate car of the year 

The United Kingdom is in the top 10 markets for the sales of the Model S electric vehicle (EV). The United States is the largest market. The automotive manufacturer claims that the Model S electric car has the lowest drag coefficient of just .208 Cd and the Model S Plaid has the quickest acceleration of any vehicle in production.

The Tesla Model S is available in two variants: the entry-level Tesla Model S and the Tesla Model S Plain. The entry-level is a dual motor all-wheel drive (AWD), while the Plaid is a Tri motor all-wheel drive (AWD).

In terms of pure electric range, both variants offer a class-leading EV range. The entry-level variant has a claimed zero-emission electric range up to 405 miles (WLTP), while the Plaid has a range up to 396 miles (WLTP).

Even adjusting for real-world driving conditions, the range for the Model S is impressive. For the entry level, expect a real-world electric range closer to 350 miles. For the Plaid, a pure electric range up to 335 miles is more realistic. For those new to electric driving, a number of factors impact the EV range. Some of these include: road conditions, speed, weather, payload, passenger load, tyre size, driving profile and more!

Tesla owners benefit from the Tesla Supercharger network. In fact, Tesla owns and operates the largest fast charging network globally (35,000+ globally). Tesla has nearly 700 Superchargers in the UK and the network continue to expand rapidly. Tesla claims that Superchargers can add up to 172 miles of electric range in just 15 minutes. The Superchargers offers a maximum DC charging rate up to 250 kW.

Tesla incorporates a 16.5 kW 3-phase onboard charger as standard for the EV. However, as most homes in the UK are powered by single-phase power supply, taking advantage of the three-phase charger will be only for those with access to three-phase power supply at home. For single-phase (7.4 kW) EV charging at home, the EV will take up to 15 hours to fully charge.

We at e-zoomed encourage using a dedicated single-phase residential EV charger like myenergi zappi for charging at home. Though electric cars can be charged via a domestic 3-PIN plug, we at e-zoomed do not encourage using a domestic plug for charging an electric car.

In terms of performance, the entry-level dual motor all-wheel drive Model S can achieve 0-60 mph in 3.1 seconds, with a top speed up to 155 mph. The Tri motor all-wheel drive Tesla Model S Plaid can achieve 0-60 mph in 1.99 seconds, with a top speed up to 200 mph. Tesla claims that the Plaid can maintain 1,000+ horsepower all the way to 200 mph. Of course, the Tesla electric car also benefits from instant torque.

The interior of the electric car is designed for minimalism and space. The EV includes a 17 inch touchscreen display and a number of advanced features, either available as standard or an additional option.

Some of these include: all-glass roof, 360 degrees rear, side and forward-facing cameras, Tesla Vision (detects nearby cars, helps prevent potential collisions and assists with parking), Tesla Autopilot, summon, smart summon, auto park, auto lane change and more. The EV is practical, with ample head room and legroom. The boot size is 793 L.

Company-car drivers can take advantage of the lower Benefit-in-Kind (BiK-2%) tax charge for pure electric cars. You can lease the Tesla Model S electric saloon via e-zoomed at fantastic prices. Bottom-line, electric driving is good for the environment and the wallet.

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PROS	CONS
Class leading pure electric range	Expensive. Cheaper pure electric alternatives available
Powerful and fast electric performance	Build quality issues
Tesla Supercharger network (DC charging up to 250 kW)	Full Self-Driving option not cheap

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The All-Electric Tesla Model S Saloon (credit:Tesla)

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At A Glance
EV Type:	Battery-Electric Vehicle (BEV)
Body Type:	Saloon
Plug-In Car Grant (PiCG):	Not Available
Engine:	Electric
Available In UK:	Yes

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Variants (2 Options)
Tesla Model S (from £ N/A)
Tesla Model S Plaid (from £ N/A)

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EV Battery & Emissions
EV Battery Type:	Lithium-ion
EV Battery Capacity:	Available in one battery size: 95 kWh
Charging:	Up to 250 kW DC Rapid Charging. Onboard charger 16.5 kW AC (3-Phase)
Charge Port:	Type 2
EV Cable Type:	Type 2
Tailpipe Emissions:	0g (CO2/km)
EV Battery Warranty:	8 years or 120,000 miles

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Average Cost Of Residential Charging
Battery net capacity : 16.7 kWh	£2.40
Battery net capacity : 30.0 kWh	£4.32
Battery net capacity : 39.2 kWh	£5.64
Battery net capacity : 45.0 kWh	£6.48
Battery net capacity : 50.0 kWh	£7.20
Battery net capacity : 64.0 kWh	£9.22
Battery net capacity : 71.0 kWh	£10.22
Battery net capacity : 77.0 kWh	£11.09
Battery net capacity : 90.0 kWh	£12.96
Battery net capacity : 100.0 kWh	£14.40

• Note 1: The average cost of residential electricity in the UK varies depending on the region, supplier and type of energy used. An average for the UK is 14.40 p/kWh.
• Note 2: Not all EV manufactures make available the data on net EV battery capacity, and in a number of instances the EV battery capacity advertised, does not state if it is gross or net capacity. In general, usable EV battery capacity is between 85% to 95% of the gross available capacity.

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Charging Times (Overview)
Slow charging AC (3 kW – 3.6 kW):	6 – 12 hours (dependent on size of EV battery & SOC)
Fast charging AC (7 kW – 22 kW):	3 – 8 hours (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)
Rapid charging AC (43 kW):	0-80%: 20 mins to 60 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)
Rapid charging DC (50 kW+):	0-80%: 20 mins to 60 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)
Ultra rapid charging DC (150 kW+):	0-80% : 20 mins to 40 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)
Tesla Supercharger (120 kW – 250 kW):	0-80%: up to 25 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)

• Note 1: SoC: state of charge

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Dimensions
Height (mm):	1445
Width (mm):	1964
Length (mm):	4970
Wheelbase (mm):	2960
Turning Circle (m):	12.4
Boot Space (L):	793

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Tesla Model S
EV Battery Capacity:	95 kWh
Pure Electric Range (WLTP):	405 miles
Electric Energy Consumption (Wh/km):	N/A
Charging:	Up to 250 kW DC Rapid Charging. Onboard charger 16.5 kW AC (3-Phase)
Top Speed:	155 mph
0-60 mph:	3.1 seconds
Drive:	All-wheel drive (AWD)
Electric Motor (kW):	398
Max Power (hp):	670
Torque (Nm):	N/A
Transmission:	Automatic
Seats:	5
Doors:	4
Weight (kg):	2,069
Colours:	5
NCAP Safety Rating:	N/A

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Tesla Model S Plaid
EV Battery Capacity:	95 kWh
Pure Electric Range (WLTP):	396 miles
Electric Energy Consumption (Wh/km):	N/A
Charging:	Up to 250 kW DC Rapid Charging. Onboard charger 16.5 kW AC (3-Phase)
Top Speed:	200 mph
0-60 mph:	1.99 seconds
Drive:	All-wheel drive (AWD)
Electric Motor (kW):	760
Max Power (hp):	1020
Torque (Nm):	N/A
Transmission:	Automatic
Seats:	5
Doors:	4
Weight (kg):	2,162
Colours:	5
NCAP Safety Rating:	N/A

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