Tesla reintroduces Model S 60

Tesla has reintroduced the Model S 60kWh option, which was dropped back in 2015.

When Tesla first released the Model S it was available in 40, 60 and 85kWh versions. The 40 was dropped in 2013, followed by the 60 in 2015, as Tesla gradually introduced larger battery options.

The re-released Model S 60 will come with rear-wheel drive and have a starting price of £53,400, while the all-wheel drive Model S 60D will start from £57,800.

The Model S 60 has an estimated range 210 miles, a top speed of 130 mph and 0-60mph acceleration in 5.5 seconds, while the Model S 60D offers a slightly increased range of 218 miles and a faster acceleration from 0-60mph in 5.2 seconds.

The vehicles will also come equipped with the option to upgrade to 75kWh via a software update. This is due to the fact that the 60hWk options are actually equipped with a 75kWh pack, but software limited to 60kWh. The upgrade increases the top-speed to 140mph, but will cost drivers an extra £7,850.

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