Tesla Model S P100D: 'Technological marvel' wows critics

Cult Californian car firm's latest family ride is faster to 60mph than a McLaren P1

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Tesla has launched its new range-topping all-electric Model S P100D saloon, which boasts a faster zero to 60mph time than a McLaren P1 hypercar.

According to Tesla chief executive Elon Musk, a software update has seen the family saloon go from a standing start to 60mph in 2.34secs, shaving 0.16secs off its original time.

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