They don't use gas. Teslas are electric vehicles, not hybrids. Charge at home every night like you charge your phone. It's much cheaper than gas.
They go far. Teslas go 220-370 miles on a charge, which is much better than most electric cars. That's more than enough for normal daily driving.
They're great for road trips. Autopilot helps with the driving, and Tesla Superchargers let you recharge quickly. Stop every few hours, plug in, and walk away for 20-40 minutes.
They're safe. Teslas earn 5-star ratings in US and EU safety tests, and they score even better than other 5-star cars.
People love them. Tesla consistently tops owner satisfaction surveys.
The bad news isn't true. Tesla is disrupting the auto industry, dealerships, the oil industry, advertising, and media. Those companies want you to think Tesla will fail.
Models
Model 3 is the midsize sedan and the newest model to be released. It starts at $35,000, and hundreds of thousands have already been delivered.
Model S is the large sedan first released in 2012. It starts at $80,000. The more expensive performance version is the fastest mass-produced car ever.
Model X is the SUV released in 2015. It starts at $85,000, seats up to 7, and has falcon-wing doors that open up instead of out.
Model Y is the midsize crossover to be released in 2020 or later. It's very similar to Model 3 but taller.
Remember the thousands of dollars of tax incentives and fuel savings when comparing prices.
Features
Touchscreen. Most controls are on a large touchscreen just like your phone. There's also an app for you phone with remote controls.
Autopilot or Full Self-Driving. Basic autopilot and safety features are standard. Full self-driving costs extra and includes a growing list of advanced features.
Standard Range or Long Range. Long range has a larger battery, which saves time on long trips.
Performance. All Teslas are fast, but performance versions are faster than almost all gas cars.
All- or Rear-Wheel Drive. Most Teslas have dual motors, which improves efficiency, traction, and performance.
Seating. All models have seating for 5, but Model X also has options for seating 6 or 7.