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Aug 26, 2015 in terms of social interaction, the tesla model s p85d is not for wallflowers. The extra power, traction, and weight of the second motor mean the car swills the 85kwh batterys electrons. Car and driver names tesla the selfdriving champion. Apr 27, 2015 the big difference is that teslas s is a tank of a carteslas forthcoming suv the model x will not be much larger. It will overheat in minutes and limit power to 240kw. Ranked as the eighth fastest car of the 2010s by the popular automotive. Tesla s model s p85d acts like a car built on the mantra waiting is for suckers. Dec 14, 2014 tesla model s p85d destroys ferrari in street race. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. Car and driver april 2017 tesla s p85d, mini countryman. Jul 20, 2015 ludicrous new tesla model s p85d does 060mph in 2. The p85d also introduced tesla s autopilot mode, the companys new suite of safety and driver aid systems that rely on a forward radar, a forwardlooking camera, and 12 longrange ultrasonic sensors. The only thing tesla receives that could possibly be construed as a subsidy are zev credits, the sale of which amounted to less than 3% of revenue last year. The p85d also introduced tesla s autopilot mode, the companys new suite of safety and driver aid systems that rely on a forward radar, a forward.

You cant easily test drive a car with the performance of a topoftheline tesla. Now its time to look at one of the tesla model s p85d cars as a whole, and more importantly, how it can affect your life and your driving experience in profound ways. Car and driver april 2017 tesla s p85d, mini countryman, kia. Hellcat driver who lost drag race to tesla p85d ready for rematch. Its also the most expensive tesla, featuring the unique falcon wing doors. On april 21, 2015, a tesla model s p85d rolled off a transporter in front of car and driver. The car s front drive unit and motor have been updated this year, and the ss air suspension is now adaptive, so it can offer a breezy ride on the highway and a stiffer one through corners. My curb weight with car empty is 4940 lbs as measured at a grain elevator. 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. The dualmotor setup tesla shaves a second from the already quick p85s 060 time. Tiff needell drives the electric tesla gt p100dl duration. Thats faster than a dodge charger hellcat, or a porsche panamera turbo s.

Driving the tesla p85d on ice and snow is as awesome as. Near citi field in queens, new york, tesla set up a course to test the capabilities of its ridiculously fast p85d. Used tesla model s for sale in dallas, tx with photos. 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 lb. Tesla p85d insane mode launch reactions compilation explicit version with brooks weisblat. The car doesnt have a cd drive although most people no. Oct 09, 2014 aside from the performance and handling upgrade of awd two other models with the tech will roll out early next year, dubbed 60d and 85d, tesla is also introducing new driver assist features to.

Riding shotgun in teslas fastest car ever engadget. Oct 09, 2014 the tesla model s p85d is the future, and it is fast, as in 060 mph in 3. Jan 30, 2015 teslas model s p85d acts like a car built on the mantra waiting is for suckers. This selfdriving showdown includes what car and driver deems the auto industrys bestinclass. This 691hp batteryelectric vehicle is for the impatient, the toe tappers, and the watch checkers. It was nice to see american cars dominating this test with the viper the fastest and corvette. Its the facedistorting zeroto30mph blast that truly sets. The 2015 tesla model s leads the way for electric vehicles with its. Apr 07, 2017 our car experts choose every product we feature. 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. Jul, 2015 now tesla has taken the model s performance in to super car territory.

Find out what happened when we hit the track at vir in a tesla model s p85 d at car and driver. Jul 08, 2015 tesla model s p85d fully charged duration. The tesla model s is rather unique in todays market. Tesla p85d destroys dodge challenger hellcat on dragstrip. Car and driver magazines most recent issue compares the top semiautonomous cars on the market today. We have 67 tesla model s vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 45 1owner cars, and 51 personal use cars.

Since no current ev can match the p85d, the closest competitor to the tesla is a hybrid from germany. Thats faster than a dodge charger hellcat or a porsche panamera turbo s. Design and order your tesla model s, the safest, quickest electric car on the road. If you love performance cars or spectacular demonstrations of electric powertrains as viable. Tesla p85d insane mode launch reactions compilation. Model s sets an industry standard for performance and safety. Feb 20, 2015 forget the tesla model s p85ds jawdropping zeroto60 mph time of 3. Feature even in limp mode faster than golf gti and focus rs. The tesla model s was the 20 world green car of the year, 20 motor trend car of the year, automobile magazines 20 car of the year, time magazines best 25 inventions of the year 2012, and consumer reports topscoring car in road testing.

In the middle is a tesla logo that you can touch for details on the car model. It never feels like youre driving the car the wrong way and for a car this insanely fast and powerful, thats actually. Shop tesla model s vehicles for sale in georgetown, tx at. Online editor alex stoklosa claims the longest trip to date, traveling 1600 miles roundtrip between ann arbor, michigan, and alton, virginia. Ive driven it, but i felt the effect most strongly as a passenger.

P85d feels very similar to a gtr when you drive it in the city or at speeds below 100mph. Used tesla model s p85d for sale with photos carfax. The p85d is, in effect, the performance version of teslas model s. 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.

Learn more about price, engine type, mpg, and complete safety and warranty information. Dec 17, 2019 the 2015 tesla model s p90d was recognized by car and driver on its top 10 quickest cars of the decade list. Three days in the absolutely insane tesla model s p85d. Find the best tesla model s p85d for sale near you. P85d lightning lap car and driver discussion in model s. In the tesla model s p85d 4 wheel drive twin engined brute going from zero to 60 mph in a fraction over 3. In the past, weve discussed the power of tesla electric cars and their ability to accelerate faster than almost anything using combustion. The 70d is perhaps tesla s best allaround model s to date and its this version of the car not the far more expensive p85d. Electric car thrashes 707hp hemi video the hellcat driver apparently took that defeat to heart. Find the perfect used tesla model s in dallas, tx by searching carfax listings. Detailed features and specs for the used 2015 tesla model s p85d including fuel economy, transmission, warranty, engine type, cylinders, drivetrain and more. Find the best used 2015 tesla model s p85d near you. Musk chortled, along with the 2,000strong crowd eating out of the palm of his hand.

We tracktest the incredible new 2015 tesla model s p85d. Autopilot advanced safety and convenience features are designed to assist you with the most burdensome parts of driving. Teslas model s p85d acts like a car built on the mantra waiting is for suckers. David brought us back to the launch of the d, the tesla model s p85d. Get the full story, with plenty of unique model s p85d photos. Like teslas s, the i8 has an extremely low center of gravitythe. Hellcat driver who lost drag race to tesla p85d ready for. The tesla model s is an allelectric fivedoor liftback sedan, produced by tesla, inc. Request a dealer quote or view used cars at msn autos. P85d lightning lap car and driver tesla motors club. Not to mention weirdos like me who like to actually drive their car and love the thrum of an engine. 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. In very good condition other than showing whatever scars were picked up in the mailas shown in the scan. Learn about lease and loan options, warranties, ev incentives and more.

So if youre looking for a real sports car, dont look at tesla. From a stop, the onespeed p85d has all of its 686 poundfeet of thrust at the ready. Our cars big battery pack made electric living easy. If you are bidding outside the united states please calculate your postage before placing your bid and please be aware that i will have. Heres why the 2020 chevy corvette c8 is the hottest car of the year duration. Tesla claims that the p85d is capable of reaching 60 mph in 3. May 11, 2015 on paper at least, the tesla model s is car 2. As of april 23, 2019, the model s long range has an epa range of 370 miles 600 km, higher than any other battery electric car the model s has the option of autonomous driving, a feature that allows the car to operate without any assistance from the driver. The 2015 tesla model s p85d is an electric car by tesla that appears in forza motorsport 6.

Tesla s allelectric powertrain delivers unparalleled performance in all weather conditions with dual motor allwheel drive, adaptive air suspension and ludicrous acceleration. Today, as i wait at a stoplight inside a red tesla model s p85d test car, two other red tesla model s sedans drive. The epa rates the p85d at 253 miles per charge while our own realworld range test. In 2015, car and driver named the model s the car of the century. Tesla allwheel drive has two independent motors that digitally control torque to the front and rear wheelsfor far better handling and traction control. At one point i was in midsentence when my driver floored. In ludicrous mode, that equates to 060mph in a fussfree, gearchangefree 2. Tesla model s ranked in car and drivers top 10 quickest. Teslas allelectric powertrain delivers unparalleled performance in all weather conditions with dual motor allwheel drive, adaptive air suspension and ludicrous acceleration. We have 18 2015 tesla model s p85d vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 8 1owner cars, and 16 personal use cars.

So while on one hand it may seem like tesla is set up for market domination, i think the vast majority of buyers will stick with gas powered cars for at least another few model generations. The only problem is if you take it out of city and do some spirited driving with lots of wot. The model s p85d in insane mode, formerly the quickest tesla, was a halfsecond slower to 60 and 0. Your car would weigh less without a front motor, so 4748 lbs sounds about right compared to my p85d at 4940 lbs, but i still dont trust those placards and weight calculations. People will stop you on the street, wind down their windows and ask you what the car is, and even ask if they can sit. The statement posted by tesla comes from car and driver s recent. Dual motors and a power hike give tesla s electric family car supercar acceleration and the rest of the package is as strong as ever. The car was beautiful and our driver giovanni was was promp. Forget the tesla model s p85d s jawdropping zeroto60 mph time of 3. This video reminds us that the tesla model s is an awful track car car and driver s p85d model s could barely get through one lap at virginia international raceway. We have 30 tesla model s p85d vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 15 1owner cars, and 29 personal use cars. When i flew in a red bull aerobatic aeroplane i suffered from airborne tourettes. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 7 model s models in georgetown. Your car can drive on either motor, so you never need to worry about getting stuck on the road.