Exclusive: Tesla Model S P90D: A High-Speed 5- or 7-Seat Electric Rocket Ship

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Tesla Model S P90D

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On a P90D with Ludicrous Mode, the badge is subtly underlined in silver

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To get maximum acceleration in a P90D with Ludicrous Mode, slide the button on your screen to the right

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60-100 km/h in 1.9 seconds, and 80-120 km/h in 2.4 seconds: the P90D truly has rocket-like overtaking speed

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The P90D replenishes its battery at one of the Superchargers available at Tesla Montreal

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The aluminum chassis of the Model S, with room for the heavy 90 kWh lithium-ion battery that powers the P90D

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The electric motor and half-shafts that drive the front wheels of the D (for Dual Motor) version of the Model S

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The front electric motor in the AWD Model S nestles between the suspension towers

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Tesla Model S P90D

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The rear electric motor sits very low in the chassis between the huge adjustable air shocks

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The rear motor of the P90D alone produces 503 horsepower and 469 lb-ft of torque

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The Tesla Model S P90D and the Supercharger make a good combination