Tesla Model S Base (2015) price & specs
Base
Overview
The 2015 Tesla Model S Base is a four-wheel drive, 5-door Sedan that was released to the Australian market on 5th December 2014. The Tesla Model S is regarded as a Medium Luxury built in USA with prices starting at $119,738 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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Dimensions
| 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
Automatic Door Closing
Automatic Door Closing Rear Boot Hatch: yes
Bluetooth
Bluetooth Includes Music Streaming: yes
Bluetooth Includes Phone Connection: yes
Driver Modes
Driver Modes Includes Stability Control: yes
Driver Modes Includes Traction Control: yes
Memorized Adjustment
Memorized Adjustment Door Mirror Position: yes
Memorized Adjustment Number Of Driver Seat Positions: 4
Memorized Adjustment Steering Wheel Position: yes
Parking Distance System
Parking Distance System Rear Location: Rear
Parking Distance System Rear Type: Camera
Power Outlet12v
Power Outlet Front Location12v: Front
Smart Card Smart Key
Smart Card Smart Key Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Smart Card Smart Key Includes Keyless Start: yes
Smart Card Smart Key Includes Memory Seat Adjustments: yes
Smart Card Smart Key Type: Automatic
Vanity Mirror
Vanity Mirror Driver Illuminated: yes
Vanity Mirror Driver Location: Driver
Vanity Mirror Passenger Illuminated: yes
Vanity Mirror Passenger Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Voice Activating System Includes Audio Player: yes
Voice Activating System Includes Navigation System: yes
Voice Activating System Includes Phone: yes
Emission Control Level
Emission Control Level Co2 Level Combined: 0
Emission Control Level Standard Met: ZEV
Fuel
Fuel Generic Primary Fuel Type: Electric
Fuel Type: Electric
Charging Information
Charging Information Mode2 Duration: 7.00
Charging Information Mode2 Scenario: Mode 2
Charging Information Mode2 Voltage: 110
Charging Information Mode4 Duration: 3.50
Charging Information Mode4 Scenario: Mode 4
Charging Information Mode4 Voltage: 240
Electric Driven Wheels
Electric Driven Wheels: Rear
Electric Motor
Electric Motor1 Motor Number: 1
Electric Motor2 Motor Number: 2
Electric Power Source
Electric Power Source Battery Swap Time: 2
Electric Power Source Battery Type: Lithium Ion
Electric Power Source Charging Time: 35
Electric Power Source Maximum Battery Kilowatt Hour: 85.0
Electric Power Source Onboard Charger: 10.0
Electric Power Source Range Km: 475.00
Electric Power Source Range Miles: 295.15
Electric Power Source Swapable Battery: yes
Computer
Computer Range For Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Display Screen Size Inch: 17.0
Display Screen Touch Screen: yes
Performance
Performance Acceleration0 To100 Km H: 5.4
Performance Maximum Speed Km H: 250
Performance Maximum Speed Mph: 155
Power
Power Maximum Power Hp Ps: 381
Power Maximum Power Kw: 280
Power Maximum Torque Nm: 440
Power Measurement Standard: SAE
Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 0
Drive
Drive Driven Wheels: 4x4
Drive Four Wheel Drive Type: Full And Part-Time
Drive Selection: Automatic
Transmission
Transmission Description: Automatic
Transmission Number Of Speeds: 1
Transmission Shift Lever Location: Dash
Transmission Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Disc Brakes Number Of: 4
Disc Brakes Number Of Ventilated Discs: 4
Power Steering
Power Steering Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Steering Wheel Electric Adjustment: yes
Steering Wheel Height Adjustment: yes
Steering Wheel Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Steering Wheel Type: Alloy & Leather
Responsive Suspension
Responsive Suspension Adjustable Anti Roll Bar: yes
Responsive Suspension Driver Selectable: yes
Responsive Suspension Manufacturer Name: Smart Air Suspension
Responsive Suspension Type: Electronic
Suspension
Suspension Front Location: Front
Suspension Front Spring Type: Coil
Suspension Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Suspension Front Type: Wishbone
Suspension Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension Rear Location: Rear
Suspension Rear Spring Type: Coil
Suspension Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Suspension Rear Type: Multi-Link
Suspension Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension Levelling
Suspension Levelling Front Location: Front
Suspension Levelling Front Manufacturer Name: Smart Air Suspension
Suspension Levelling Front Operation: Automatic
Suspension Levelling Rear Location: Rear
Suspension Levelling Rear Manufacturer Name: Smart Air Suspension
Suspension Levelling Rear Operation: Automatic
Tires
Wheels Tire Front Load Index: 102
Wheels Tire Front Location: Front
Wheels Tire Front Profile: 45
Wheels Tire Front Speed Rating: Y
Wheels Tire Front Type: Conventional/Summer
Wheels Tire Front Width: 245
Wheels Tire Rear Load Index: 102
Wheels Tire Rear Location: Rear
Wheels Tire Rear Profile: 45
Wheels Tire Rear Speed Rating: Y
Wheels Tire Rear Type: Conventional/Summer
Wheels Tire Rear Width: 245
Wheels
Wheels Front Location: Front
Wheels Front Rim Diameter Inch: 19
Wheels Front Rim Type: Alloy
Wheels Front Rim Width Inch: 8.0
Wheels Rear Location: Rear
Wheels Rear Rim Diameter Inch: 19
Wheels Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Wheels Rear Rim Width Inch: 8.0
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Sedan
Platform Code: Tesla1
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Spoiler Trunk Hatch Location: Boot/Hatch
Cargo Capacity
Cargo Capacity Measurement Standard: Manufacturer’S Own
Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Down Cuft: 58.1
Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Down L: 1645
Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Up To Lower Window Cuft: 26.3
Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Up To Lower Window L: 745
External Dimensions
External Dimensions Curb To Curb Turning Circle Mm: 11300
External Dimensions Front Track In: 65.4
External Dimensions Front Track Mm: 1661
External Dimensions Ground Clearance Unladen In: 6.0
External Dimensions Ground Clearance Unladen Mm: 152
External Dimensions Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle Ft: 37.1
External Dimensions Overall Height In: 56.5
External Dimensions Overall Height Mm: 1435
External Dimensions Overall Length In: 196.0
External Dimensions Overall Length Mm: 4978
External Dimensions Overall Width In: 77.3
External Dimensions Overall Width Mm: 1964
External Dimensions Rear Track In: 66.9
External Dimensions Rear Track Mm: 1699
External Dimensions Wheelbase In: 116.5
External Dimensions Wheelbase Mm: 2959
Internal Dimensions
Interior Dimensions Headroom Front In: 38.8
Interior Dimensions Headroom Front Mm: 986
Interior Dimensions Headroom Rear In: 35.3
Interior Dimensions Headroom Rear Mm: 897
Interior Dimensions Hip Room Front In: 55.0
Interior Dimensions Hip Room Front Mm: 1397
Interior Dimensions Hip Room Rear In: 54.7
Interior Dimensions Hip Room Rear Mm: 1390
Interior Dimensions Leg Room Front In: 42.7
Interior Dimensions Leg Room Front Mm: 1084
Interior Dimensions Leg Room Rear In: 35.4
Interior Dimensions Leg Room Rear Mm: 900
Interior Dimensions Shoulder Room Front In: 57.7
Interior Dimensions Shoulder Room Front Mm: 1465
Interior Dimensions Shoulder Room Rear In: 55.0
Interior Dimensions Shoulder Room Rear Mm: 1397
Doors
Doors Driver Location: Driver
Doors Driver Type: Front Hinged
Doors Passenger Location: Passenger
Doors Passenger Type: Front Hinged
Doors Rear Driver Location: Rear Driver
Doors Rear Driver Type: Front Hinged
Doors Rear Passenger Location: Rear Passenger
Doors Rear Passenger Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Doors Rear Door Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Headlight Control Dusk Sensor: yes
Headlights
Headlights Bulb Type Low Beam: Bi-Xenon
Headlights Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Led Lights
Led Lights Cornering Lights Location: Cornering Lights
Led Lights Day Time Running Lights Location: Day Time Running Lights
Led Lights Front Fog Lights Location: Front Fog Lights
Led Lights Rear Lights Location: Rear Lights
Paint
External Color: Black
Multi Coat: yes
Type: Gloss
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery Material: Synthetic Suede
Sunroof
Sunroof Front Location: Front
Sunroof Front Manufacturer Name: All-Glass Panoramic Roof
Sunroof Front Operation: Electric
Sunroof Front Sliding: yes
Sunroof Front Sunshade: yes
Sunroof Front Type: Glass
Door Mirrors Cameras
Door Mirrors Cameras Driver Auto Dimming: yes
Door Mirrors Cameras Driver Color: Painted
Door Mirrors Cameras Driver Heated: yes
Door Mirrors Cameras Driver Location: Driver
Door Mirrors Cameras Driver Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors Cameras Passenger Auto Dimming: yes
Door Mirrors Cameras Passenger Color: Painted
Door Mirrors Cameras Passenger Heated: yes
Door Mirrors Cameras Passenger Location: Passenger
Door Mirrors Cameras Passenger Tilting For Reversing: Automatic
Door Mirrors Cameras Passenger Type: Electrically Adjustable
Electrically Foldable Mirrors
Electrically Foldable Mirrors Operation: Electric
Power Windows
Power Windows Front Location: Front
Power Windows Rear Location: Rear
Windshield Wipers
Windshield Wipers Intermittent Wipe: Automatic
Windshield Wipers Rain Sensor: yes
Weights
Published Kerb Weight Kg: 2108
Published Kerb Weight Lbs: 4647
Audio System
System Colour Screen: yes
System Digital Radio: yes
System Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Satellite Radio: yes
System Touch Screen: yes
Connection To Ext Entertainment Devices
Connection External Usb Front: yes
Remote Audio Controls
Remote Control Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Speaker Number Of Speakers: 7
Speaker Upgraded Speakers: yes
Luxury Trim
Luxury Trim On Doors: Alloy
Luxury Trim On Instrument Panel: Piano Black
Airbags
Number Of Airbags: 6
Front Airbag
Front Airbag Driver Location: Driver
Front Airbag Passenger Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Front Seat Belts Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Front Seat Belts Driver Seat Position: Driver
Front Seat Belts Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Front Seat Belts Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Head Restraints Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Head Restraints Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Head Restraints Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Rear Seat Belts Center Seat Position: Centre
Rear Seat Belts Center Type: 3-Point
Rear Seat Belts Driver Seat Position: Driver
Rear Seat Belts Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Side Airbag Front Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Side Curtain Airbag Front And Rear Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Front Seat Driver Electrically Adjustable: yes
Front Seat Driver Heated: yes
Front Seat Driver Height Type: Electric
Front Seat Driver Location: Driver
Front Seat Driver Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Front Seat Driver Reach Type: Electric
Front Seat Driver Reclining Type: Electric
Front Seat Driver Type: Bucket
Front Seat Passenger Electrically Adjustable: yes
Front Seat Passenger Heated: yes
Front Seat Passenger Height Type: Electric
Front Seat Passenger Location: Passenger
Front Seat Passenger Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Front Seat Passenger Reach Type: Electric
Front Seat Passenger Reclining Type: Electric
Front Seat Passenger Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Seat Upholstery Additional Seat Material: Leather
Seat Upholstery Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Seating Capacity: 5
Seating Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Cup Holders Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Air Conditioning Type: Fully-Auto
Aircon Climate Control Number Of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Secondary Ventilation Controls Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Ventilation System Digital Display: yes
Power Locks
Power Locks Operation: Remote
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