Driven: Tesla Model S Review

Yesterday I headed off to an exclusive Tesla Driving Day and drove the electric Supercar that – quite literally – blew me away.

It is not often that I am lost for words; anyone who knows me will tell you that. It is also not often that I am blown away by a car. It is almost never that I can put my hand on my heart and say to a client that I would buy one.

But the Tesla Model S is a car that has changed all that.

Yesterday, I headed down to London to drive the Tesla Model S. This is a car that my company, Neva Cambridge Vehicle Leasing, has a fantastic leasing deal on and I do believe in driving cars that we are promoting wherever possible.

This is because I can give honest advice and help – especially with the more bespoke, executive cars – when it comes to choosing specification etc.

I was lucky enough to drive the performance pack Tesla Model S P85 kWh Auto, which is blisteringly quick.

Tesla Model S driving experience

What can I say other than this car has the performance of a Porsche 911, the practicality of an SUV (my test car was a seven seat version and they are also individual wheel drive) and all the savings benefits that an electric vehicle brings to the table.

The 0-62 time is extraordinarily quick – the model I drove (as mentioned previously) was the Tesla Model S P85 kWh Auto; this gets to 62 mph in just 4.4 seconds.

But the speed is instant – it’s not like driving a conventional combustion engine car. And although some say that they would miss the engine noise, trust me, the instant power more than makes up for it – there isn’t time to miss anything, all you do is enjoy the acceleration!

In addition, the Tesla Model S handles and grips the corners – whether you are on main roads or side roads, the car turns crisply with an instant throttle response. It is super-quiet and very refined when driving on a big road or motorway and it still feels agile when you are driving about the city or town.

Tesla Model S Interior

The Tesla Model S is aimed squarely at the executive and fleet market, pitting itself against competition like the top of the range Audi A6 and BMW 5 Series.

In my view, the Tesla Model S more than delivers; it is solidly built and has a luxurious interior with leather featuring all around the cockpit and customisation options that can make the car really feel like your own.

Even little details like the key make this car a unique and stylish choice: it is shaped like the car itself.

Tesla Model S Savings Benefits

Here’s the thing: this car has a very realistic range of 300 miles on full overnight charge. This means that it is very viable for the company car driver (unlike some other electric vehicles that don’t have a range that can cope with higher mileage use).

With this in mind, the Tesla Model S makes perfect sense as a company car:

• No company car tax
• No road tax
• No fuel bills

It really is a no-brainer in my mind; if you lease a Tesla Model S (and Neva Cambridge Leasing currently has a leasing deal for £619.99 + VAT per month), 100% of the rental payments are reclaimable against tax.

If you buy it through your company, you can write 100% of the cost of the car against tax.

Personally, it makes great sense too – what’s not to like about a practical Supercar, at a super price with no fuel bills in sight?

If you are looking to fund your Tesla Model S please do not hesitate to contact me personally on 01223 893 260 or click here. My company offers a full portfolio of funding options including:

• Contract hire
• Hire Purchase
• Lease Purchase
• Personal Contract Plan
• Finance Lease

So, yes, I love the Tesla Model S and I defy anyone who drives one to not turn into an EV convert. Because the Model S is a perfect example of electric vehicle motoring done right.

This is a car that could very well change the way in which the EV is perceived and rightly so.