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Test drove the 70d and 85d
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I'd say that's a part of it for sure.
When we got the 85D OTA that dropped the 0-60 from 5.2 to 4.4 there's was a *very* noticeable difference in usable power from zero on upwards.
chriSharek
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You are absolutely right. I've been driving a Volt for the past 4 years. There is nothing like electric. Once you go electric, there is no reason to go back....ever.
This color blue is like a mood ring. The color looks a little drab on cloudy days. We've had a month of cloudy days.
chriSharek
Member
My Verdict
Today I drove the P85D with air suspension in the "sport" mode, which my Tesla Rep said was the same performance of the 85D (0-60 time). Then right afterwards, I drove the 70D with coils. I also brought a thumbdrive with me and we listened to the same songs both on the Premium and Standard sound systems.
Performance - the 85D is MUCH faster than the 70D - and particularly from 20-60. There is no question I will be getting the 85D. The 70D is no slouch, but the 85D is right between the P85D and 70D. To me, the sweet spot. We did do one "insane" launch just so my son and wife could feel it. My wife said, "that rearranged my brain. My vision was affected." My son said, "my eyeballs were getting sucked back into my head." That's crazy fast - probably overkill and may get old after about 100 times.
Suspension - the coils are great. They really are. I could feel every bump and even felt some "hollowness" of a pattern of bumps on the road. Hard to describe, but the air suspension floated right over and had MUCH less road noise in this particular section of the road. I love the cool factor and even did the 007 code just to show my kid. Uber-cool.
Sound - We were all less than impressed with the premium audio. Again, the point of this drive was for me to make the decision which ONE to choose - SAS OR Premium Sound. Overwhelmingly, we all agreed we'll go with the air. I'll add a woofer to gain that deep base later - and for much less than the $2,500.
So, my verdict and I'll order this tomorrow:
85D, New Metallic Blue, 19"s, tan next gen seats, black alcantara and premium interior, SAS, Autopilot, and the massively gorgeous pano-roof!
Today I drove the P85D with air suspension in the "sport" mode, which my Tesla Rep said was the same performance of the 85D (0-60 time). Then right afterwards, I drove the 70D with coils. I also brought a thumbdrive with me and we listened to the same songs both on the Premium and Standard sound systems.
Performance - the 85D is MUCH faster than the 70D - and particularly from 20-60. There is no question I will be getting the 85D. The 70D is no slouch, but the 85D is right between the P85D and 70D. To me, the sweet spot. We did do one "insane" launch just so my son and wife could feel it. My wife said, "that rearranged my brain. My vision was affected." My son said, "my eyeballs were getting sucked back into my head." That's crazy fast - probably overkill and may get old after about 100 times.
Suspension - the coils are great. They really are. I could feel every bump and even felt some "hollowness" of a pattern of bumps on the road. Hard to describe, but the air suspension floated right over and had MUCH less road noise in this particular section of the road. I love the cool factor and even did the 007 code just to show my kid. Uber-cool.
Sound - We were all less than impressed with the premium audio. Again, the point of this drive was for me to make the decision which ONE to choose - SAS OR Premium Sound. Overwhelmingly, we all agreed we'll go with the air. I'll add a woofer to gain that deep base later - and for much less than the $2,500.
So, my verdict and I'll order this tomorrow:
85D, New Metallic Blue, 19"s, tan next gen seats, black alcantara and premium interior, SAS, Autopilot, and the massively gorgeous pano-roof!
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chriSharek
Member
Thanks! I have struggled with the suspension and audio, but I think I'm good now. With that little change to the headliner options, I was scared they made more changes. I'm locking in my order tomorrow for a September 1 Delivery just prior to our National Drive Electric Week EVent on 9/12/15.
ahurst
Member
Today I drove the P85D with air suspension in the "sport" mode, which my Tesla Rep said was the same performance of the 85D (0-60 time). Then right afterwards, I drove the 70D with coils. I also brought a thumbdrive with me and we listened to the same songs both on the Premium and Standard sound systems.
Performance - the 85D is MUCH faster than the 70D - and particularly from 20-60. There is no question I will be getting the 85D. The 70D is no slouch, but the 85D is right between the P85D and 70D. To me, the sweet spot. We did do one "insane" launch just so my son and wife could feel it. My wife said, "that rearranged my brain. My vision was affected." My son said, "my eyeballs were getting sucked back into my head." That's crazy fast - probably overkill and may get old after about 100 times.
Suspension - the coils are great. They really are. I could feel every bump and even felt some "hollowness" of a pattern of bumps on the road. Hard to describe, but the air suspension floated right over and had MUCH less road noise in this particular section of the road. I love the cool factor and even did the 007 code just to show my kid. Uber-cool.
Sound - We were all less than impressed with the premium audio. Again, the point of this drive was for me to make the decision which ONE to choose - SAS OR Premium Sound. Overwhelmingly, we all agreed we'll go with the air. I'll add a woofer to gain that deep base later - and for much less than the $2,500.
So, my verdict and I'll order this tomorrow:
85D, New Metallic Blue, 19"s, tan next gen seats, black alcantara and premium interior, SAS, Autopilot, and the massively gorgeous pano-roof!
Excellent. Thanks Chris.
chriSharek
Member
AHURST, we're going to the Melting Pot tomorrow for my birthday! I've asked the Tesla store if I could borrow one for the night! We'll see what they say tomorrow after I order mine!
We'll see what they say tomorrow after I order mine!Today I drove the P85D with air suspension in the "sport" mode, which my Tesla Rep said was the same performance of the 85D (0-60 time). Then right afterwards, I drove the 70D with coils. I also brought a thumbdrive with me and we listened to the same songs both on the Premium and Standard sound systems.
Performance - the 85D is MUCH faster than the 70D - and particularly from 20-60. There is no question I will be getting the 85D. The 70D is no slouch, but the 85D is right between the P85D and 70D. To me, the sweet spot. We did do one "insane" launch just so my son and wife could feel it. My wife said, "that rearranged my brain. My vision was affected." My son said, "my eyeballs were getting sucked back into my head." That's crazy fast - probably overkill and may get old after about 100 times.
Suspension - the coils are great. They really are. I could feel every bump and even felt some "hollowness" of a pattern of bumps on the road. Hard to describe, but the air suspension floated right over and had MUCH less road noise in this particular section of the road. I love the cool factor and even did the 007 code just to show my kid. Uber-cool.
Sound - We were all less than impressed with the premium audio. Again, the point of this drive was for me to make the decision which ONE to choose - SAS OR Premium Sound. Overwhelmingly, we all agreed we'll go with the air. I'll add a woofer to gain that deep base later - and for much less than the $2,500.
So, my verdict and I'll order this tomorrow:
85D, New Metallic Blue, 19"s, tan next gen seats, black alcantara and premium interior, SAS, Autopilot, and the massively gorgeous pano-roof!
I'm a little confused.
Did you actually test drive an 85D?
A P85D in sport mode is not the same thing as an 85D. It has a different suspension setup, different motor in the rear, and it has completely different inverter.
chriSharek
Member
Test drove a p85d. The Tesla guy said it was comparable to the 85D in the sport mode.
In all honesty I think he's full of it, and that wasn't something to be trusted.
Two very different cars, and there is no way that a software setting can make them the same.
Now I'm not saying this to defend the 70D because the 85D is faster and has more range. It will charge faster (especially to X number of miles). The 85D is an awesome choice.
ahurst
Member
AHURST, we're going to the Melting Pot tomorrow for my birthday! I've asked the Tesla store if I could borrow one for the night!
Excellent Chris. I believe the Sarasota restaurant is one of the first locations built. Get the full 4 courses.
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chriSharek
Member
Great pic! Great car. I have asked a number of folks about the p85d and the sport mode and received the same response. 4.something to 60 In this mode. Much faster than the 70D.
travwill
Active Member
Wow, that blue is gorgeous! It is making me question the white I ordered :-/ But then again, I wear blue probably too much so perhaps I do need to avoid one more big blue thing!
