Roadster

Name: Tesla Roadster
Brand: Tesla

Next-generation all-electric supercar. Announced 2017, still in development.

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Key Facts at a Glance

Seating 2+2 (unconfirmed)
Real-World Range 620+ mi (unconfirmed teaser spec)
Towing N/A (sports car)
FSD Hardware TBD (unconfirmed)
Max Charging Rate TBD (unconfirmed)
Safety No crash test data.

VERSION COMPARISON

	Roadster $200,000	Founders Series $250,000
Tagline	Next-gen supercar. Specs unconfirmed.	Limited edition. Reservations taken in 2017.
0-60 mph	<1.9s 0-60 mph (unconfirmed)	<1.9s 0-60 mph (unconfirmed)
Range	620+ mi (unconfirmed)	620+ mi (unconfirmed)
Drivetrain	Tri Motor AWD (unconfirmed)	Tri Motor AWD (unconfirmed)
Power	TBD (unconfirmed)	TBD (unconfirmed)
Top Speed	250+ mph (unconfirmed)	250+ mph (unconfirmed)
Highlights	Announced 2017, still in development	Limited run, reservation deposit $250,000
Verdict	Pre-production. No confirmed delivery date. Specs unconfirmed. Do not purchase based on current information.	Pre-production. Founders Series reservations taken in 2017. Delivery timeline unknown.

TL;DR

Value N/A — Pre-production. Wait for confirmed pricing and delivery date.

YOLO Founders Series — ~$250,000 limited edition. Reservations already taken in 2017.

The mistake? Assuming any announced spec or price is final — nothing is confirmed until production begins.

RELEASE HISTORY & WHAT CHANGED

Nov 2017

Original Announcement

Unveiled at Tesla Semi event. Teased specs: 0-60 under 1.9s (unconfirmed)
620+ mi range (unconfirmed)
Tri Motor AWD (unconfirmed)
top speed 250+ mph (unconfirmed). Base price ~$200
000
Founders Series ~$250
000. Reservations opened with $50
000 deposit.

Dec 2026

Production Start (TBD)

Placeholder production date — no confirmed timeline. Delivery date remains TBD as of March 2026.

FEATURE DEEP-DIVE

Full Self-Driving (FSD)

Hardware: TBD (unconfirmed)
Capabilities: FSD capability expected — specific hardware generation not confirmed
Option: TBD
Subscription: TBD

Charging

Max Rate: TBD (unconfirmed)
Range per 15 min: TBD
Home Charging: TBD — NACS expected
Port: NACS (expected, unconfirmed)

Interior

2+2 seating (unconfirmed)
SpaceX cold gas thruster package rumored (unconfirmed)
Glass roof (unconfirmed)
Performance-focused cabin
All specs subject to change before production

Safety

No crash test data. Pre-production vehicle. All safety specs TBD.

5-YEAR OWNERSHIP ESTIMATE

Fuel Savings (5 yr): TBD — depends on final price and competing gas sports cars
Maintenance (5 yr): TBD — high-performance EV, expect premium service costs
Insurance: TBD — expect very high premiums for a $200k+ supercar
Depreciation: TBD — limited production may support resale value
Federal Credit: N/A — federal credit expired before production start
Bottom Line: Pre-production. All cost estimates unconfirmed. Check back when production begins.

PRICING & SAVINGS

Federal EV Tax Credit (Expired)

The federal EV tax credit expired September 30, 2025. The up-to-$7,500 credit for new EVs (Section 30D) and up-to-$4,000 credit for used EVs (Section 25E) are no longer available for vehicles acquired after that date.

The federal tax credit for EV charging equipment (Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit) remains available — up to 30% of installation costs — through June 30, 2026.

STATE INCENTIVE EXAMPLES

California

Up to $7,500 CVRP

Clean Vehicle Rebate Project for qualifying buyers + HOV lane access stickers

Colorado

$5,000

State tax credit for new EVs

New Jersey

~7% sales tax exemption

No sales tax on zero-emission vehicles

New York

Up to $2,000

Drive Clean rebate at point of sale

Texas

No state rebate

No state income tax offsets total cost; check local utility rebates

OTHER SAVINGS

▸Federal charger tax credit: 30% of EV charger installation costs (through June 30, 2026)
▸Many employers offer pre-tax commuter benefits for EV charging
▸Some utilities offer time-of-use rates — charge overnight at $0.04-0.08/kWh
▸Tesla Supercharger network: ~$0.35-0.50/kWh, still 40-60% cheaper than gas
▸No oil changes, no transmission service, brake pads last 100k+ miles (regen braking)

The federal EV purchase credit expired Sept 30, 2025. State and local incentives vary and change frequently. Always verify current eligibility with your state's energy office and a tax professional before purchasing.