Tesla Model S 70D vs Opel Corsa Electric 50 kWh

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General Info

Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Tesla Model S 70D (2016) for as low as $15121, while the Opel Corsa Electric 50 kWh (2021-2023) was never offered for sale in the United States.

The Tesla Model S 70D (2016) is a Liftback, whereas the Opel Corsa Electric 50 kWh (2021-2023) is a Hatchback.

Property Tesla Model S 70D Opel Corsa Electric 50 kWh
Years of Production 2016-2016 2021-2023
Current Status Discontinued Discontinued
Country of Manufacture Netherlands, USA Spain
Body Style Liftback Hatchback
Market Availability EU, USA EU
Price USA (Used) $15121 - Price USA (Used)
GCC Score 6.2 5

Range and Efficiency

While the Tesla Model S 70D (2016) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Opel Corsa Electric 50 kWh (2021-2023).

Property Tesla Model S 70D Opel Corsa Electric 50 kWh
Range (WLTP) - Range (WLTP) 225 mi
Range (GCC) 219 mi 193 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 75 kWh 50 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 69 kWh 46.3 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 31.5 kWh/100 mi 24 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 3.17 mi/kWh 4.17 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 5.8 6.8

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Tesla Model S 70D (2016) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 120 kW, while the Opel Corsa Electric 50 kWh (2021-2023) maxes out at 100 kW.

The Tesla Model S 70D (2016) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11.5 kW, whereas the Opel Corsa Electric 50 kWh (2021-2023) is limited to 7.4 kW.

Property Tesla Model S 70D Opel Corsa Electric 50 kWh
Max Charging Power (AC) 11.5 kW 7.4 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 120 kW 100 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port Tesla (NACS) CCS Type 2
Charging Score 6.2 4.3

Performance

The Opel Corsa Electric 50 kWh (2021-2023) is front-wheel drive, while the Tesla Model S 70D (2016) offers an all-wheel drive system.

The Tesla Model S 70D (2016) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.

Property Tesla Model S 70D Opel Corsa Electric 50 kWh
Drive Type AWD FWD
Motor Type PMSM (front), IM (rear) PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 245 kW 100 kW
Motor Power (hp) 329 hp 134 hp
Motor Torque 387 lb-ft 192 lb-ft
0-60 mph 5.2 s 7.8 s
Top Speed 140 mph 93 mph
Performance Score 5.5 2.9

Dimensions

The Tesla Model S 70D (2016) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Opel Corsa Electric 50 kWh (2021-2023).

The Tesla Model S 70D (2016) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property Tesla Model S 70D Opel Corsa Electric 50 kWh
Length 195.7 in 159.8 in
Width (with Mirrors) 86.2 in 77.2 in
Width (w/o Mirrors) 77.3 in 69.5 in
Height 56.9 in 56.4 in
Wheelbase 116.5 in 99.9 in

Cargo and Towing

The Tesla Model S 70D (2016) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Tesla Model S 70D (2016), but the Opel Corsa Electric 50 kWh (2021-2023) doesn’t have one.

Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in the US.

Property Tesla Model S 70D Opel Corsa Electric 50 kWh
Number of Seats 5, 7 5
Curb Weight 4647 lb 3373 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 26.3 ft3 10.9 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 58.1 ft3 39.5 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) 2.1 ft3 - Cargo Volume (Frunk)
Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity
Cargo and Towing Score 5.5 3.6
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