Battle Of The Heavyweights: Tesla Model S vs Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid

If you thought electric cars were little more than tiny city runarounds, then think again. Ambitious American brand Tesla is aiming to redefine how we think about battery-powered vehicles.

Founded just 10 years ago, the company wants to engage affluent early adopters with desirable high-end electric cars. Its long-term aim is to emulate the Silicon Valley business model that’s seen tablets and smartphones go from being the must-have gadgets of the wealthy few to the mainstream big-sellers of today.

Firstly, the brand launched its Lotus Elise-based Roadster, and now there’s the stunning Model S luxury saloon. With a claimed 310-mile range and high performance, it promises to rewrite the rules. There have been 20,000 sold in the US, plus it’s the biggest-selling car in Norway. Right-hand-drive models arrive in the UK this March.

MattDarringer - 1/28/2014 8:27:24 PM

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Although Porsches are dealer queens and not the most reliable cars, the fact that the Panamera was designed by a company that HASN'T been a car company for 14 minutes and counting would be the deciding factor.

Lamborghini_vs_Ferrari_Racer - 1/29/2014 12:47:52 AM

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So, Porsches are not reliable?
That's a good one...

liboy12 - 1/29/2014 3:00:46 PM

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I agree with you, Mr. Darringer obviously doesn't own or know anyone who owns a Porsche. as proud owner of a Cayenne and a 911 I can attest to their unmatched quality and reliability