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Where does it say a Quick Charge is "fully charged?" |
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It dosen't, thats why I was asking. But I just found this in the FAQs
3) How quickly does it charge?
a. Model S can charge to 80% of capacity in as little as 45 minutes. Standard charging times will vary depending on battery capacity, ranging from approximately 3 to 5 hours.
here are the rest of the FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
1) What is the price of Model S?
a. Model S will start at $49,900, after a $7,500 federal tax credit.
2) What is the range on one charge?
a. The range per charge will depend on which battery you have installed. The base model will have an estimated range of 160 miles per charge. There will also be batteries available that can travel approximately 230 miles and 300 miles per charge.
3) How quickly does it charge?
a. Model S can charge to 80% of capacity in as little as 45 minutes. Standard charging times will vary depending on battery capacity, ranging from approximately 3 to 5 hours.
4) How many people and how much cargo can it hold?
a. Model S can seat up to 7 people, with room for 5 adults, plus 2 child seats in the rear. There is more storage capacity than most stations wagons, and the large rear opening allows for the flexibility to carry large objects that cannot fit in the trunk opening of a traditional sedan.
5) How fast is it?
a. 0-60 mph is achieved in 5.6 seconds, but more importantly the electric powertrain provides instant torque at any speed resulting in immediate acceleration whenever it is needed. As a real world performer the Model S will have no equals.
6) What options are going to be available?
a. Final options are still being determined but following are some of the planned highlights:
i. Panoramic roof with sliding moon roof.
ii. Automatic open and close liftgate.
iii. 300-mile and 230-mile batteries
iv. Remote vehicle management, including; charging, personalization and customization, and data collection.
7) How long will the battery last?
a. Battery life is dependent on many factors, including; mileage, age, temperature extremes, and charge cycles. In general you should expect a Model S battery to have a useful life between 5 and 7 years, but proper care can result in a 10-year life.
8) Will you offer financing and/or lease options?
a. Yes. It is our intention to offer conventional financing options on Model S.
Purchase Questions
1) What is the price of Model S?
a. Model S will start at $49,900, after a $7,500 federal tax credit.
2) How do I buy a Model S?
a. Visit the Buy page and follow the steps to reserve your Model S now. The Buy page can be reached from a tab at the top of most teslamotors.com pages labeled “Buy.”
3) When will Model S deliveries begin?
a. Deliveries of the Signature Series Model S will begin at the end of 2011 with deliveries of the standard model beginning in early 2012.
4) Will you be selling Model S in my country?
a. You can buy a Model S if you live in the United States, any EU-plus country, or Canada. Signature edition models will be available in the U.S. and EU-plus countries only.
5) How are Model S reservations prioritized?
a. After an initial preference has been given to existing Roadster customers, prioritization will be determined by when your completed reservation agreement and reservation funds are received by Tesla. In other words, first come, first served.
6) Will Roadster Owners be given referral spots for friends?
a. Yes. Each Roadster owner will get 5 referral spots that can be used prior to June 30, 2009. After this date Roadster friends will be prioritized with general public.
7) How do I submit my reservation payment?
a. If you visit the Buy page and begin the reservation process you will be given instructions on sending your payment to Tesla. Credit cards, wires, and checks are all accepted.
8) Is my deposit refundable?
a. Yes. If you decide to request a refund prior to selecting your final options you will be charged a $250 processing fee. If you request a refund after selecting your options you will lose a larger portion of your deposit, outlined in the reservation agreement.
9) Will production numbers be given?
a. Yes. Production numbers will be communicated after May 1, 2009, once we have sorted through the early surge of reservations.
10) Will Roadster owners be given a discount on Model S?
a. Yes. Roadster owners will be given a discount on the Signature Series of Model S. In the United States this discount will be $10,000, €8K in the EU, and £7,000 in the UK.
one charge would last me a few days back and forth to work.. Wonder how much the power bill would go up.. Just gotta find that extra $49k+ I lost under the couch cushion the other day.
