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Tesla Model S Electric Sedan Pricing

January 2nd, 2012

The 2012 Tesla Model S is a car that deserves to succeed. Tesla recently announced the pricing for all the trim models of the all-new Model S, and everything seems fine from the looks of it.

Tesla provides a unique alternative to other vehicles in the market today. If you have doubts about the efficiency and range of modern electric cars then the Model S will definitely surprise you.

Tesla Model S Introduction

Let’s keep it simple: the Tesla Model S is an all electric luxury sedan. It has the design aspirations of an Aston Martin from the front and the Jaguar XF in the back. In short, it is a very pretty sight. Viewed from the exterior alone, one cannot tell that the Model S makes do without a normal gasoline-fed engine under the hood.

The Model S is the epitome of electric car performance with a practical twist. The Model S provides cavernous amounts of interior room for five full sized American adults. It also comes with the option of 2 rear-facing child seats. That gives it a total passenger capacity of seven people.

Tesla Model S Pricing

The Model S with the 40kWh battery is priced at $49,900. This battery is able to give an estimated range of 160 miles at a speed of 55mph and enables the car to hit from 0 to 60mph in 6.5 seconds. Gorgeous 19-inch wheels and the 17-inch touchscreen vehicle information display also come standard.

The Model S with the 60kWh battery is priced at $59,900. Expect a maximum range of 230 miles and a 0 to 60 run of 5.9 seconds.

The 85kWh battery option will set you back $69,900. Range is extended to 300 miles and a 0 to 60mph run of 5.6 seconds. Top speed is pegged at 125mph.

The Model S Performance package is priced at $79,900. This trim model utilizes the same 85kWh battery that produces 435hp and sprints from 0 to 60 in 4.4 seconds.

The Tesla Model S Signature package offers luxurious Nappa leather interior and active air suspension. Rounding out the list is the Model S Signature Performance trim for $97,900.

All the latest car prices for the Tesla Model S are after a $7,500 federal tax credit.