Updated
Tesla’s updated Roadster page presents Performance alongside the Thrust and Rocket augments. These names are not interchangeable. This October 16, 2026 comparison focuses on what Tesla actually labels on the page and the design questions those differences raise. An announcement or a dramatic demonstration does not by itself establish delivery timing, regional availability or Paint Shop compatibility.
| Version | Seats | Page positioning | Access / restriction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Performance | Two | Road ready | By reservation |
| Thrust | Two | Race ready; rear cold-gas thrusters | Limited release |
| Rocket | One | Air ready; perimeter thrusters | Invite only; not approved for public road use |
Performance is the road-focused starting point
Tesla describes Performance with two seats, active aerodynamics and a suction system. Start with that version when reading a general Roadster comparison, then ask which equipment is added by each augment. The suction system concerns downforce; it should not be confused with the propulsion hardware discussed for the other versions. For a visual reference board, keep a clearly identified view of the version you mean beside any styling notes.
Thrust adds rear propulsion hardware
The Thrust description adds rear cold-gas thrusters to a two-seat configuration and labels the release as limited. Tesla associates its sub-one-second acceleration claim with this augment. That is a published manufacturer claim, not a measurement made by Tesla × Wrap. Rear hardware is also a useful reason to collect an unobstructed rear reference when studying the design: a side silhouette alone cannot explain the complete exterior.
Rocket changes seating and intended use
Rocket is the single-seat, invitation-only entry with thrusters around the vehicle. Tesla explicitly says it is not approved for public road use. That qualification belongs beside any discussion of the flight-related headline. For design research, separate the mechanical elements from the painted body regions before proposing a graphic. Current publicity does not tell us which parts a future digital-wrap texture could change.
Do not combine old specifications with the new page
Search results still include earlier Roadster previews and pages about the original car. Read the publication or update date before using a number. If the current official page does not settle a price, range or delivery question, leave it unsettled rather than filling the gap with a figure from an older story. A useful bookmark records the source and check date, not just the number.
Where to go next for colors or digital customization
If you are comparing the appearance, start with the official imagery and our Ano White explainer. If you want a downloadable Roadster wrap, check the separate template-status article before spending time on an export. For a car already supported in our editor, use its own template. The distinction saves you from turning an interesting new-car story into an unsupported compatibility claim.
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Sources and compatibility
Requirements checked against Tesla’s published instructions on the date above. Your vehicle’s available features and software remain the final compatibility check.