Tesla Roadster
The Quickest Car in the World
SpaceX Thrusters
Optional cold gas thruster package for insane performance
Sub-1 Second 0-60
1.1 second acceleration redefines performance
Record Breaking
Fastest production car ever made
The Ultimate Electric Supercar
The next-generation Tesla Roadster represents the absolute pinnacle of automotive performance. With a 0-60 time of just 1.1 seconds, it will be the quickest production car ever made, obliterating the acceleration of hypercars costing millions of dollars. The quarter-mile passes in under 8.8 seconds, while top speed exceeds 250 mph.
This mind-bending performance doesn't compromise range. The 200 kWh battery pack provides up to 620 miles of EPA-estimated range – more than most gasoline supercars. This makes the Roadster not just a track weapon but a genuine grand tourer capable of cross-country journeys.
Recent spy photos show prototypes testing at the Nürburgring, suggesting production is imminent. Elon Musk has indicated the Roadster will enter production in 2026, with the optional SpaceX package featuring cold gas thrusters for even more extreme performance.
SpaceX Package
The optional SpaceX package adds cold gas thrusters positioned around the vehicle. These thrusters use compressed air to provide additional thrust for acceleration, braking, and cornering. While the exact performance specifications remain classified, Elon Musk has hinted at 0-60 times potentially dropping below 1.0 seconds.
The thruster system could also enable the Roadster to hover briefly, though this feature remains unconfirmed. What is certain: the SpaceX package will make the Roadster the most extreme production vehicle ever created, blurring the line between car and spacecraft.
Design & Aerodynamics
The Roadster's design combines stunning aesthetics with extreme aerodynamic efficiency. The removable glass roof panel stores in the trunk, converting the Roadster into a targa-top for open-air driving. The sleek bodywork achieves a drag coefficient below 0.20, contributing to the exceptional range.
Active aerodynamic elements adjust based on speed and driving mode. At high speeds, the rear wing extends and the front splitter lowers to generate significant downforce. This keeps the Roadster planted at 250+ mph while maintaining stability. In efficiency mode, the aerodynamics optimize for maximum range.
Interior & Technology
The Roadster seats four in a 2+2 configuration, making it one of the few supercars with rear seats. The driver-focused cockpit features a racing-inspired steering wheel with integrated controls, while a large central touchscreen manages vehicle settings, navigation, and entertainment.
Premium materials throughout include leather, Alcantara, carbon fiber, and metal accents. The lightweight sport seats provide excellent support during aggressive driving while remaining comfortable for long journeys. A premium audio system delivers immersive sound quality.
Production Timeline
Tesla first unveiled the next-generation Roadster in 2017, with initial production planned for 2020. However, Tesla prioritized ramping production of the more accessible Model 3 and Model Y. Recent statements from Elon Musk indicate the Roadster will finally enter production in 2026.
Prototype testing has intensified, with sightings at the Nürburgring and various test tracks worldwide. These prototypes feature production-intent body panels and drivetrains, suggesting engineering is essentially complete. Reservation holders who placed deposits in 2017 will receive priority delivery.