Speculative Rendering of Tesla Model E

[Reeve]

http://gas2.org/2014/03/09/2016-tesla-model-e-rendered/




What do people think? At $35,000, 20% shorter than the Model S, front wheel drive, and roughly 150 miles of range, would people buy this?

[chrisberb]

$35k? that's not too bad!

[Tradewind]

I would, that's kind of sexy. I love the Model S. Only problem is the availability of their charging stations here. Or complete lack thereof.

[babalou1]

Looks like it was based off a Fusion.

I would be very interested as in the next couple years, Tesla looks to have super charge stations all over the country. Once those stations become common place, I could see Elecs gaining some ground. Especially if prices can get down to the 25-35k range.

[chrisberb]

Looks like it was based off a Fusion.

I would be very interested as in the next couple years, Tesla looks to have super charge stations all over the country. Once those stations become common place, I could see Elecs gaining some ground. Especially if prices can get down to the 25-35k range.

I thought the same thing too! (and I think the new Fusion looks sweet)

[Reeve]

Looks like it was based off a Fusion.

I would be very interested as in the next couple years, Tesla looks to have super charge stations all over the country. Once those stations become common place, I could see Elecs gaining some ground. Especially if prices can get down to the 25-35k range.

Well the shorter range on this one probably wouldn't get you between two supercharger stations how they're set up on the map currently. It might get you from one major city to another, though, depending on distance.

I could see myself buying one, though, and using the gas cost savings to buy myself a plane ticket or a rental car when needed for long trips. 150 miles is more than enough for my daily usage, or even driving down to the beach and back.

[babalou1]

I thought the same thing too! (and I think the new Fusion looks sweet)

I own a Fusion. Same color as the rendering too lol. I looked at the picture and instantly thought Fusion.

Well the shorter range on this one probably wouldn't get you between two supercharger stations how they're set up on the map currently. It might get you from one major city to another, though, depending on distance.

I could see myself buying one, though, and using the gas cost savings to buy myself a plane ticket or a rental car when needed for long trips. 150 miles is more than enough for my daily usage, or even driving down to the beach and back.

Thats exactly what I was saying, if you check Tesla's site, they have a estimated timeline for charging stations. By 2016, they look to have them almost* every where in the US

[Kalis]

Front end looks a bit Maserati-ish. Nice.

Chrome surrounds and shiny alloys are a bit 90's though.

Overall, a pretty nice job.

[Reeve]

I own a Fusion. Same color as the rendering too lol. I looked at the picture and instantly thought Fusion.

Funny, most people look at Fusions and instantly think Aston-Martin.

[Tradewind]

Front end looks a bit Maserati-ish. Nice.

Chrome surrounds and shiny alloys are a bit 90's though.

Overall, a pretty nice job.

The back is kind of Jag XF'ish too.

[Pozix]

Looks sharp, I would totally buy one. Just need more places to actually charge the car here in the states and I would buy it.

[Deleted]

Quite a nice looking car, However it all depends on how long the batteries last, how long it takes to charge, How much it costs to charge.

until Electric cars become faster to charge and run for longer whilst at the same time being charged in a few minuets as you can in a gas station, then they will never be able to replace the combustion engine.

[Tradewind]

Need a Tesla Crossover/SUV model next. I do enjoy having the extra space, plus electric motor torque + load/tow weight...hhhhnnnnnnggggg

[Deleted]

Don't like it.

Then again, I love Ladas so I guess my opinion can be disregarded.

[Masark]

Only problem is the availability of their charging stations here. Or complete lack thereof.

There's apparently a couple supposed to appear in the vicinity of Calgary sometime this year.

http://www.teslamotors.com/supercharger

[Reeve]

Quite a nice looking car, However it all depends on how long the batteries last, how long it takes to charge, How much it costs to charge.

until Electric cars become faster to charge and run for longer whilst at the same time being charged in a few minuets as you can in a gas station, then they will never be able to replace the combustion engine.

Well according to the site I linked (a further link in there), the 48 kwh in a car 20% smaller should last around 150 miles, though I think Musk is trying for 200. The current model S can charge halfway full in 20 minutes using a supercharger station. Since this battery is 26% smaller, I imagine you could do half a charge in 15 minutes. That's just enough time to run into the store, use the toilet, and grab a drink and some fritos before getting back on the road for another 75 miles. And Supercharger stations are free. Zero cost.

[koodledrum]

Looks very Jaguar, but it's incredibly niche, 150 mile range makes it far too short for me to be a viable car for every day use, I know you're not buying a Tesla as a runaround, but it's just not practical.

[Reeve]

Need a Tesla Crossover/SUV model next. I do enjoy having the extra space, plus electric motor torque + load/tow weight...hhhhnnnnnnggggg

Well then I guess you're in luck!



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Looks very Jaguar, but it's incredibly niche, 150 mile range makes it far too short for me to be a viable car for every day use, I know you're not buying a Tesla as a runaround, but it's just not practical.

150 miles is enough for most people for everyday usage. My rountrip commute on a daily basis is about 41 miles. Throw a few more on there for random errands and I'd still have charge to spare.

[Tradewind]

Well then I guess you're in luck!

Ugh no thanks lol. Looks like a Honda Crosstour or something. I'm thinking closer to like an RDX or X3.

[Kalis]

The back is kind of Jag XF'ish too.

It's a well proportioned car, sort of what would have happened if a BMW 3-Series and a Jag had had an illegitimate child that was adopted by Madonna or Angelina Jolie.