Tesla Model S Electric Car

by Sze | Filed under Transportation

Tesla Motors announced the new Model S, which is the world’s first mass-produced, highway-capable electric car. The Model S sedan carries seven people and travels 300 miles per charge.

It can be recharged from any 120V, 240V or 480V outlet. with the latter taking only 45 minutes. The standard version Model S does 0-60 mph in under six seconds and offers an electronically limited top speed of 130 mph. There is also Sport version that does 0-60 mph below five seconds.

The car comes with a 17-inch touchscreen and includes in-car 3G connectivity. Tesla expects to start Model S production in late 2011.