Hello all Tesla owners.
I am looking at a new 85D. I have priced it out to a little over $105k brand new. My understanding is that 0-60 time is the identical 4.2 seconds compared to the older 2014 P85 PLUS. I live in CA so don't really need the AWD. How is the handling and actual drive feel different on the two?
I have previously driven the P85 which felt like a Mercedes. I prefer a sports sedan. I haven't had a chance to drive the P85 PLUS or the 85D. I can't imagine having staggered wheels and some sway/strut bars will make that big of a difference compared to the regular P85. The cons will be having to get two sets of tires every single time. I think the 85D has 4 identical sized tires, making it easier to rotate and save money.
Other than AP and next gen seats, I am not sure it justifies the extra costs. I can get a decent priced 2014 P85 PLUS for $75k, saving me $30k compared to a new 85D. Is it worth the extra $30k for AP, newer seats and a newer build? Some say yes but that's quite a chunk of change.
Please chime in for those that have driven the P85 PLUS and the 85D (not the P85 and not the P85D)
I am looking at a new 85D. I have priced it out to a little over $105k brand new. My understanding is that 0-60 time is the identical 4.2 seconds compared to the older 2014 P85 PLUS. I live in CA so don't really need the AWD. How is the handling and actual drive feel different on the two?
I have previously driven the P85 which felt like a Mercedes. I prefer a sports sedan. I haven't had a chance to drive the P85 PLUS or the 85D. I can't imagine having staggered wheels and some sway/strut bars will make that big of a difference compared to the regular P85. The cons will be having to get two sets of tires every single time. I think the 85D has 4 identical sized tires, making it easier to rotate and save money.
Other than AP and next gen seats, I am not sure it justifies the extra costs. I can get a decent priced 2014 P85 PLUS for $75k, saving me $30k compared to a new 85D. Is it worth the extra $30k for AP, newer seats and a newer build? Some say yes but that's quite a chunk of change.
Please chime in for those that have driven the P85 PLUS and the 85D (not the P85 and not the P85D)
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