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Well, if you hypothetically were able to charge another 20 miles (so your current 100% is now 93%), what ways would that benefit you?
I think that's the $500 question to answer. I feel like for most people, the answer is "it wouldn't".
Derek Kessler
Active Member
I upgraded my 70D to 75D at the end of October 2016 for $3,250 (ouch). But I live in rural Washington and those extra 19 miles have actually saved my ass a few times on long trips through the mountains on cold days.
Just depends on your situation. For me, if I were still driving a 70D there are a few (very few) scenarios where I wouldn't have felt comfortable. Those few times where I rolled into a Supercharger with 4 rated miles left probably wouldn't have worked out.
Just depends on your situation. For me, if I were still driving a 70D there are a few (very few) scenarios where I wouldn't have felt comfortable. Those few times where I rolled into a Supercharger with 4 rated miles left probably wouldn't have worked out.
NYEVDriver
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Derek Kessler
Active Member
I frequently have to charge off a 120V outlet when traveling — being able to charge up an extra 19 miles before I leave home or at a Supercharger could be a big time saver on the return trip.mostly just for the higher number written on the dash and possible better resale?
Upgraded as soon I found out. I still havent done a 100 percent charge but my 80 percent charge netted me 22 miles
jmanning
Member
I have followed Tesla for many years now....embarrassed to say this. I knew some of the batteries were software limited. My 70D I thought was it....is it really a 75? After reading the OP entry again, it sounds like they currently have a Model S 70 and can software unlock to a 75 by paying $500. Does this work for my 70D, can I software unlock it to a 75D, if so how much anybody know?? Very interesting.....
If you have the updated front end from April 2016 onwards the you actually have a 75 battery software limited to 70 and can upgrade. If you have the older nose-cone you have a 70 battery.
jmanning
Member
Damn !!!!! Got an early 70D version !!!! Well guess this gives me ONE thing to bitch about the car...For those interested I looked on the Tesla website and if you have a newer 70D version w/new front end look at your my tesla account and there will be a section "available upgrades".
I didn't see such an available upgrade section on my so assuming I can't do it. Thanks for the heads up MIT_S60.
I didn't see such an available upgrade section on my so assuming I can't do it. Thanks for the heads up MIT_S60.
I upgraded as soon as I found out about the price drop. I had felt that the original price ($3000) was absolutely unreasonable, but $500 was a slam dunk. I have occasionally found myself in situations where the extra 20 or so miles would have made a difference relative to charging time or driving speed, or at least offered some peace of mind. Only you can decide if the same can be applied to your situation.
matrix4123
Member
I upgraded as soon as I saw the price drop. It comes in handy on longer trips when you might want to divert a bit from your path.
I upgraded a couple of months ago when it was $3k. (Boo!)
90% went from 205-207 to 218-222
100% went from 223-227 to 242-248
Currently at 16k miles, almost a year old (June 2016 delivery)
I needed it when taking a road trip where I had stretch of 215 miles (Jackson, MS to Memphis, TN).
I think it's TOTALLY worth it for $500. No brainer!!
My S60 now S75 only charges to 217 at 90% with 3500 miles. Perhaps it's time for a few 100% cycles to balance out the cells.
I upgraded the night it became available. And I'm glad I did - I'm currently finishing up a cross country round trip and have 9 miles remaining until my next charger and a projected 11 miles of range to get there with. Hit some bad storms and worse headwinds. Without that extra bump I likely would need to stop at an RV park!
Bullet1
Electric - way of the future
I upgraded from 70D to 75D for better resale value only. The extra range makes little difference to me.
In Australia the upgrade is $750 which is far less than the original price of $4500
In Australia the upgrade is $750 which is far less than the original price of $4500
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