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How many cylinders does a Tesla have?

Everyone I know seems to be in love with Tesla and Elon Musk. They’re so into it that I’m afraid to ask questions, so I decided to learn on my own. That said, I just want to start with the basics—how many engine cylinders does a Tesla vehicle have?

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Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Trying to learn from the so-called experts—even if they’re your friends—can be intimidating. To answer your question, a Tesla has zero cylinders. Because electric cars like
Tesla
don’t have a traditional engine, they don’t have any cylinders.
Instead of using cylinders and a combustion engine, every Tesla has a large battery pack to power the electric motors and a 12-volt battery to power the accessories. Although battery-powered cars were a bit weak in the past compared to gas-powered options, Teslas can have an excess of 1,000 horsepower, making them legit sports cars.
Teslas are also an eco-friendly approach to transit and even offer a
self-driving mode
into the mix!
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