Pour one out for the Tesla Model S P90D and the Tesla Model X P90D, as Tesla has officially ceased production of its high-performance 90-kWh models. Don’t mourn long, though: The P90D had to die so the even more powerful P100D could live. Although Tesla hasn’t released horsepower or torque figures for the two motors (one in the rear axle, the other in the front) connected to the new 100-kWh battery pack, the company claims the Model S P100D will reach 60 mph from rest in 2.5 seconds, 0.3 second more quickly than the last Model S P90D we tested. Likewise, Tesla expects the Model X P100D to go from zero to 60 mph in 2.9 seconds, 0.4 second quicker than a Model X P90D we took to the track.
Although we’re suckers for a good launch in Ludicrous mode, the crucial performance figure for the strong battery pack is what it does for the P100D’s range. Tesla claims the Model S P100D can go 315 miles on a single charge—45 miles more than its claim for the P90D. The bigger and heavier Model X P100D crossover can travel a claimed 289 miles on a full charge—a 39-mile improvement. Those willing to give up the P100D’s performance and range benefits can still get both the Model S and Model X in 90D form (without the P designation), rated for ranges of 294 and 257 miles.
Prepare to break off a fair bit of bread to get into a P100D, though, as the Model S P100D and Model X P100D start at $134,500 and $135,500; that’s an investment of $45,000 and $40,000 more than their 90D equivalents. Tax breaks can bring the prices of both vehicles down, but you’ll get no more benefit there than you would with their base equivalents.
All Tesla Model S sedans are now available with an optional ($1500) glass roof. It’s not clear whether Tesla Model S owners can limit the amount of light entering the cabin through the roof.
Nevertheless, buyers can still opt for a dual-pane glass sunroof for $2000, an alternative we’d consider, if only for the ability to channel fresh air into the cabin. Elon Musk, however, would argue otherwise:
I highly recommend the new all glass roof on the Model S. This was very hard to develop, but it makes the interior feel amazing. http://pic.twitter.com/ob7lqrXP4n
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) November 4, 2016
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