A road trip that pushes the limits of Tesla Model S
The Tesla Model S has changed the world of electric mobility - but how does a vehicle with almost 260,000 miles (approx. 418,000 kilometers) on the clock perform today? A road trip through the UK provides the answers. Starting in Exeter and ending in London, the Model S shows just how durable Tesla's battery technology really is.
A milestone in electromobility: the Tesla Model S
Since its market launch in 2014, the Model S has been considered a pioneer in electromobility. While other electric cars such as the Nissan Leaf or the Renault Zoe offered shorter ranges, the Model S set new standards at the time:
- 300 miles of range on a single charge.
- Fast charging with over 100 kW - revolutionary at the time.
The question remains: How has this technology proven itself after a decade?
260,000 miles and still going strong: the test conditions
The Model S 90D tested was driven by Tesla-engineers and frequently used on Superchargers charging stations - a heavy load for the battery. Nevertheless, the road trip impresses with these results:
- 84% battery capacity of the original battery is still available.
- One range of around 200 miles (approx. 322 km) is realistic even after nine years.
- The average efficiency was 3.3 miles per kWh.
The charging experience: from Exeter to London
The road trip started in Exeter at a modern Tesla Supercharger with 32 charging points. After a full charge, the vehicle displayed a range of 230 miles.
The route:
- From Exeter via the A303, past sights such as Stonehenge.
- The destination was the Westfield Shopping Centre in London, a historic location for Tesla-fans, as this is where the first British Tesla-store was opened here.
Despite hilly roads and additional detours, the Model S reached its destination with 11 % remaining chargewhich impressively demonstrates the longevity of the battery.
Longevity of the Tesla-batteries: A conclusion
The test shows that even a highly loaded Tesla Model S still offers a range suitable for everyday use after almost 260,000 miles. The advantages:
- Low maintenance thanks to long-lasting batteries.
- Software updates over the yearsthat keep the vehicle always up to date.
For owners of a Tesla Model S, this is confirmation that investing in an electric car with first-class battery technology offers long-term benefits.
An outlook: The future of Tesla and electromobility
With new models and technologies Tesla a pioneer in electromobility. For those who value quality and innovation, the Model S will remain an exciting option in 2024 - especially for long-distance drivers.
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