Tesla Model S fails reliability tests among used cars
The German Technical Inspection Association TÜV has conducted a study concerning the reliability performance of used electric cars in Germany.
According to the results, the most reliable car is an electric version of the Smart Fortwo. 3.5% of all used vehicles experienced defects.
The second place is occupied by BMW i3 electric car, with only 4.7% of cars needing repair work.
Renault Zoe is in third place with 5.7%.
Tesla Model S has the most problems: 10.7% of cars have disappointing results. The most problematic places were found in the transverse suspension arms with optics.
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