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2012 Tesla Roadster Base

The 2012 Tesla Roadster Base is a 215-hp electric convertible with a single speed fixed gear and rear-wheel drive.

It makes 215 horsepower and 370 lb-ft of torque, spinning to a 14,000 rpm redline.

The Roadster measures 155.4 inches long on a 92.6-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,723 lb.

Spec Value
Engine
Engine Type3-phase, 4-pole electric motor, 375 V
Horsepower215 hp
Torque370 lb-ft
Redline14,000 rpm
Injection TypeLithium-ion (Li-ion) battery, 6,831 cells; high voltage ~400V DC / low voltage 12V DC
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRWD
Transmission
TransmissionSingle speed fixed gear with electrically-actuated parking lock; reverse uses reverse motor direction (limited to 15 mph); overall final drive 8.28:1
Final Drive3.12
Fuel Economy
Recommended FuelElectric
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent; upper and lower unequal-length wishbones; co-axial coil spring/telescopic damper
Rear SuspensionIndependent; upper and lower unequal-length wishbones; co-axial coil spring/telescopic damper
Front Stabilizer Bar20 mm solid steel
Rear Stabilizer Bar19 mm tubular steel
Brakes
Front Brake CalipersTwo-piston fixed, with ABS
Front Brake Disc11.81 in (300 mm) x 1.02 in (26 mm) ventilated
Rear Brake Disc12.20 in (310 mm) x 1.02 in (26 mm) ventilated
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front6.0J x 16 forged light alloy, directional
Wheels Rear7.5J x 17 forged light alloy, directional
Tires Front175/55 R16 Yokohama Neova AD07 LRTS (summer)
Tires Rear225/45 R17 Yokohama Neova AD07 LRTS (summer)
Dimensions & Weight
Length155.4 in
Width72.9 in
Height44.4 in
Wheelbase92.6 in
Front Track57.3 in
Rear Track58.5 in
Ground Clearance5.1 in
Approach Angle11.1°
Departure Angle18.2°
Curb Weight2,723 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front36.7 in
Legroom Front42 in
Shoulder Room Front26 in
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