2008 Tesla Roadster
2008 Tesla Roadster Rebates and Incentives
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS
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| Overall Safety Rating | N/A |
2008 Tesla Roadster Review
Research the all new 2008 Tesla Roadster to make an informed buying decision. View 2008 Tesla Roadster retail pricing, rebates & incentives, features , and more. Whether you're in the market to buy a new 2008 Tesla Roadster and want a quote from a local Tesla dealer, or you're just researching this car, we have all the information that you need, including rebates, incentives, features, technical specifications, safety features and more..
Warranty Information
| Basic: | 3 Years/36,000 Miles |
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Recalls Issued
| US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID | 09V178000 |
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| Mfg's Report Date | MAY 22, 2009 |
| Component | WHEELS:CAP/COVER/HUB |
| Number of Units Affected | 345 |
| Summary | TESLA MOTORS, INC. IS RECALLING 345 MY 2008 TESLA ROADSTER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN MARCH 2008 AND APRIL 22, 2009. THE REAR HUB FLANGE BOLTS ON SOME OF THESE VEHICLES MAY BE UNDER-TORQUED AND MAY BECOME LOOSE. A LOOSE HUB COULD LEAD TO DEGRADATION IN VEHICLE HANDLING, AND A RUBBING NOISE FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. |
| Consequence | IF THE PROBLEM IS NOT ADDRESSED PROMPTLY, THE DRIVER COULD LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, WHICH COULD LEAD TO A CRASH. |
| Remedy | TESLA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY/JUNE 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TESLA TOLL-FREE AT 1-877-888-3752. |
| Notes | OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV . |
2008 Tesla Roadster Models & Prices
2008 Tesla Roadster BASE
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 2dr Conv | $98,000 | N/A | 1,597 | |
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2008 Tesla Roadster Features and Standard Equipment
EXTERIOR Features
| BASE | |
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| 16" x 6" front & 17" x 7.5" rear forged light alloy wheels | • |
| 175/55R16 front & 225/45R17 rear tires | • |
| Black soft top | • |
| Halogen headlamps | • |
| LED tail lights | • |
| Locking wheel lugs | • |
| Tire inflator/sealant | • |
INTERIOR Features
| BASE | |
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| Accessory power outlet | • |
| Cruise control | • |
| Electric air conditioning & heater | • |
| Heated sport seats w/lumbar support | • |
| Homelink universal transmitter | • |
| Pwr door locks | • |
| Pwr windows | • |
| Remote keyless entry | • |
| Retractable cup holder | • |
| Security PIN for vehicle starting | • |
| Three-spoke leather-wrapped steering wheel | • |
| Touch screen vehicle information display | • |
| Valet mode | • |
| Vehicle theft-deterrent & immobilizer system | • |
MECHANICAL Features
| BASE | |
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| 375-volt AC induction air-cooled electric motor w/variable frequency drive | • |
| 4-wheel ventilated disc brakes w/regenerative braking | • |
| Battery heater for cold weather charging | • |
| Bonded extruded aluminum monoque chassis | • |
| Front & rear independent wishbone suspension w/co-axial coil spring/telescopic damper | • |
| Front & rear sway bars | • |
| Microprocessor-controlled lithium-ion battery pack | • |
| Rack & pinion pwr steering | • |
| Rear wheel drive | • |
| Single speed gearbox | • |
SAFETY Features
| BASE | |
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| 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) | • |
| Driver & passenger airbags | • |
| Emergency trunk release | • |
| Front & rear crumple zones | • |
| Integrated head restraints | • |
| Rigid occupant safety cell | • |
| Seatbelt pretensioners | • |
| Side impact door beams | • |
| Tire pressure monitoring system | • |
| Traction control | • |
ENTERTAINMENT Features
| BASE | |
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| AM/FM stereo w/CD/MP3 player -inc: iPod interface | • |
2008 Tesla Roadster Options and Addition Equipment
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT Options
| BASE | |
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| BEIGE SECONDARY TWO TONE SEAT COLOR (REQ: Traditional or Rally Two Tone Premium Seats) | • |
| BLACK SECONDARY TWO TONE SEAT COLOR (REQ: Traditional or Rally Two Tone Premium Seats) | • |
| BODY COLOR HARD TOP | • |
| CREAM SECONDARY TWO TONE SEAT COLOR (REQ: Traditional or Rally Two Tone Premium Seats) | • |
| DARK GRAY SECONDARY TWO TONE SEAT COLOR (REQ: Traditional or Rally Two Tone Premium Seats) | • |
| ELECTRONICS GROUP -inc: upgraded stereo head unit, navigation, Bluetooth connectivity, Sirius satellite radio, premium 7-speaker sound w/subwoofer | • |
| FLOOR MATS | • |
| HIGH POWER CONNECTOR | • |
| LIGHT GRAY SECONDARY TWO TONE SEAT COLOR (REQ: Traditional or Rally Two Tone Premium Seats) | • |
| ORANGE SECONDARY TWO TONE SEAT COLOR (REQ: Traditional or Rally Two Tone Premium Seats) | • |
| PREMIUM SEATS | • |
| RALLY TWO TONE PREMIUM SEATS (REQ: Premium Seats) | • |
| RED SECONDARY TWO TONE SEAT COLOR (REQ: Traditional or Rally Two Tone Premium Seats) | • |
| SADDLE SECONDARY TWO TONE SEAT COLOR (REQ: Traditional or Rally Two Tone Premium Seats) | • |
| SOLARPLUS WINDSHIELD | • |
| TRADITIONAL TWO TONE PREMIUM SEATS (REQ: Premium Seats) | • |
| YELLOW SECONDARY TWO TONE SEAT COLOR (REQ: Traditional or Rally Two Tone Premium Seats) | • |
PAINT Options
| BASE | |
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| ARTIC WHITE PREMIUM | • |
| BRILLIANT YELLOW METALLIC | • |
| ELECTRIC BLUE PREMIUM | • |
| FUSION RED | • |
| GLACIER BLUE METALLIC | • |
| JET BLACK PREMIUM | • |
| OBSIDIAN BLACK METALLIC | • |
| RACING GREEN | • |
| RADIANT RED METALLIC | • |
| STERLING SILVER METALLIC | • |
| THUNDER GRAY PREMIUM | • |
| TWILIGHT BLUE METALLIC | • |
| VERY ORANGE PREMIUM | • |
PAINT SCHEME Options
| BASE | |
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| STANDARD PAINT | • |
SEAT TRIM Options
| BASE | |
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| BEIGE, LEATHER SEAT TRIM | • |
| BEIGE, PREMIUM LEATHER SEAT TRIM (REQ: Premium Seats) | • |
| BLACK , PREMIUM MICROFIBER SEAT TRIM (REQ: Premium Seats) | • |
| BLACK, LEATHER SEAT TRIM | • |
| BLACK, PREMIUM LEATHER SEAT TRIM (REQ: Premium Seats) | • |
| DARK GRAY, LEATHER SEAT TRIM | • |
| DARK GRAY, PREMIUM LEATHER SEAT TRIM (REQ: Premium Seats) | • |
2008 Tesla Roadster Technical Specifications
Brakes
| BASE | |
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| Brake ABS System | 4-Wheel |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | - TBD - |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | - TBD - |
Cargo Area Dimensions
| BASE | |
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| Trunk Volume (ft) | - TBD - |
Engine
| BASE | |
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| Displacement | |
| Engine Type | Electric Pwr |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 248 @ 5000-8000 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 276 @ 0-4500 |
Exterior Dimensions
| BASE | |
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| Height, Overall (in) | 44.4 |
| Length, Overall (in) | 155.4 |
| Min Ground Clearance (in) | 5.1 |
| Wheelbase (in) | 92.6 |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) | 72.9 |
Fuel Tank
| BASE | |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) |
Steering
| BASE | |
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| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) | 2.8 |
| Steering Type | Pwr |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) | 36.3 |
Suspension
| BASE | |
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| Suspension Type - Front | Wishbone |
| Suspension Type - Rear | Wishbone |
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) |
Tires
| BASE | |
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| Front Tire Size | 175/55R16 |
| Rear Tire Size | 225/45R17 |
Transmission
| BASE | |
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| Drivetrain | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Trans Description Cont. | Automatic |
| Trans Type | 1 |
Vehicle
| BASE | |
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| Front Head Room (in) | 36.7 |
| Front Leg Room (in) | 42.0 |
| Front Shoulder Room (in) | 26.0 |
| Passenger Capacity | 2 |
| Passenger Volume (ft) | - TBD - |
Weight Information
| BASE | |
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| Base Curb Weight (lbs) | 2723 |
2008 Tesla Roadster Safety Features
Safety Features
| Traction control |
| 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) |
| Front & rear crumple zones |
| Side impact door beams |
| Rigid occupant safety cell |
| Driver & passenger airbags |
| Seatbelt pretensioners |
| Integrated head restraints |
| Tire pressure monitoring system |
| Emergency trunk release |
News Reports & Reviews
| NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS | N/A |
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