Consumer Reports New Cars – November 2019

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Tesla Model S

This sleek, fully electric four-door luxury car is quick, quiet, agile,

and practical. With its standard 100-kWh battery, the Model S can

cover an estimated 310 miles on a charge. Performance is excep-

tional, with quiet and thrilling acceleration, pinpoint handling, and

a firm yet comfortable ride--particularly with the standard 19-inch

tires and air suspension. The hatchback design aids versatility, and

the front trunk is a bonus. Rear-seat room is snug. A huge center

touch screen interfaces with most functions but proves to be dis-

tracting. Other drawbacks include restricted visibility and range

limitations, especially in cold weather. All-wheel drive is now stan-

dard. The Autopilot feature can maintain a set distance from other

cars and adds convenience in stop and go traffic. But it doesn’t make

the Tesla a self-driving car, so drivers must remain alert.

Overall Score 78

Predicted Reliability 20

Owner Satisfaction 50

Road-Test Score 97

Front-Crash Prevention Std./ 05

Base Price: $75,000-$116,000

Body Styles: sedan

Trim Lines: 100D, Extended Range,

Long Range, P100D, Performance,

Performance with Ludicrous Mode,

Standard Range

Drive Wheels: AWD

Seating: 2 front, 3 rear, 2 third

Engines: Electric (417 hp); Electric

(517 hp); Electric (713 hp)

Transmissions: 1-speed direct

Length (in.)..................... 196

Width (in.) ......................77

Height (in.) ......................57

Wheelbase (in.) ................. 117

Weight (lb.) ..................4,595

% weight front/rear ...........51/49

Max. Load (lb.) ................ 890

Cargo Volume, cu.ft............... 32

Towing Capacity (lb.) ............NR

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CR overall mpg .................102

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Tesla Model 3

In our measurements, the Model 3 Long-Range can go 310 miles on
a charge. It takes 12 hours to charge on a 32-amp 240-volt connec-
tor. The acceleration is swift, and its handling is remarkably agile.
The interior is uncluttered and nicely finished, and the front seats
are comfortable. However, the ride is very stiff and choppy, and the
rear seat sits uncomfortably low. The controls are very distracting,
because many simple tasks, such as adjusting the mirrors, require
spending time interacting with the large touch screen. The Autopilot
suite of driver assist systems can maintain the car’s speed and keep
it in its lane, but it isn’t designed to react to all driving conditions, so
drivers must remain constantly engaged. Standard battery versions
have an EPA-rated 240-mile range. All-wheel-drive and performance
versions are also available.

Overall Score 65

Predicted Reliability 02

Owner Satisfaction 05

Road-Test Score 82

Front-Crash Prevention Std./ 50

Base Price: $39,900-$59,900
Body Styles: sedan
Trim Lines: Long Range, Mid Range,
Performance, Standard Range, Stan-
dard Range Plus
Drive Wheels: Rear, AWD
Seating: 2 front, 3 rear
Engines: Electric (258 hp); Electric
(270 hp); Electric (282 hp); Electric
(449 hp); Electric (468 hp)
Transmissions: 1-speed direct

Length (in.)..................... 185
Width (in.) ......................73
Height (in.) ......................57
Wheelbase (in.) ................. 113
Weight (lb.) ..................3,895
% weight front/rear ...........48/52

Max. Load (lb.) ................ 890
Cargo Volume, cu.ft............... 15
Towing Capacity (lb.) ............NR

Electric
CR overall mpg .................130 Worse than average

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