--- title: "This Dark Knight Body Kit Adds Some Aggression to the Tesla Model S" description: "The new Unplugged Performance S-Apex \"Dark Knight\" package adds a ton of visual aggression to the Tesla Model S Plaid." date: "2023-09-03" modified: "2023-09-03" authors: - name: "Nico DeMattia" job_title: "Contributing Writer" link: "https://www.thedrive.com/authors/nico-demattia" url: "https://www.thedrive.com/news/this-dark-knight-body-kit-adds-some-aggression-to-the-tesla-model-s" categories: - "News" - "News by Brand" - "Tesla News" tags: - "Electric Vehicle" - "Model S Plaid" - "Tesla" --- # This Dark Knight Body Kit Adds Some Aggression to the Tesla Model S ![]() *Unplugged Performance* Nobody questions the straight-line speed of the Tesla[ Model S Plaid](). With its 1,020 horsepower and 1,050 lb-ft of torque, the Plaid is among the fastest road-going machines ever made. However, when it comes to handling performance—ya know, steering, turning, and braking—it can struggle due to its immense weight and relatively lackluster brakes. That's where [Unplugged Performance]() comes in, though, as its new S-Apex "Dark Knight" kit not only adds a ton of visual aggression but also some much needed handling capabilities. On the outside, the 19-piece pre-preg carbon fiber widebody kit increases its wheel track by 60mm, for better lateral grip and a more menacing look. Helping the nearly 2.5-ton electric super sedan cling to the road are 21-inch lightweight forged wheels, wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires, which house UP's six-piston carbon ceramic big brake kit. To keep those brakes cool, UP added a carbon fiber brake cooling duct to the front end. ![]() **Unplugged Performance** ![]() **Unplugged Performance** ![]() **Unplugged Performance** If road use is your main priority, then UP's standard Sports Dynamic lowering kit will do just fine. It simple lowers each of the Plaid's stock air suspension settings. So it retains the stock settings but drops each one a bit lower. However, if you want more hardcore track use, UP offers two different sets of Öhlins TTX coilovers: two-way or four-way Pikes Peak-spec (UP was behind the class- winning 2021[ Pikes Peak Model S Plaid]()). While the outside is matte black, with carbon fiber accents (would you expect any different from a car called the "Dark Knight?"), the interior gets red vegan "Banbū" leather, designed by von Holzhausen. Though, I'd recommend customers replace the yoke with a proper steering wheel if they really want to track their Dark Knight Plaid. ![]() **Unplugged Performance** ![]() **Unplugged Performance** ![]() **Unplugged Performance** Unplugged's new S-Apex Dark Knight package certainly adds a ton of visual aggression to the Model S Plaid and should also help improve the car's inherent handling deficiencies. For any Plaid owners that want to unlock all of their car's performance, without worrying about overworking the stock suspension and brakes, this could be the kit for you. *Got tips? Send 'em to tips@thedrive.com* ## Author Nico is a writer and reviewer from New Jersey who probably thinks he’s a lot funnier than he actually is. His love of cars began when he was just a kid playing Gran Turismo 3, grinding out enough race wins with a Mazda Miata to save up for an in-game RUF 911. That passion for small, lightweight sports cars drove his desire to learn more about the industry, get his hands on as many cars as he could, and bring those experiences to life on the page. He cut his teeth writing about BMWs, Volkswagens, and Audis, mostly, and has owned far too many of each. He’s on his fourth 3 Series sedan, but all of his old, cheap German cars have forced him to learn more about car maintenance than his mechanical capability can handle. Too many late nights have been spent scrambling to get a car running by morning so he could get to work. For some reason, he never seems to learn that old Bimmers probably aren’t the best daily drivers. But he loves more than just old German cars. He’ll gladly drive and discuss anything with four (or even three) wheels. Cars aren’t his only passions, though. Nico is also a big nerd and loves movies, video games, comic books, and cares far too much about the New York Giants. So don’t be surprised if you see football references or dumb, obscure movie quotes in any of his car reviews. ### Author social links [Instagram]() [LinkedIn]()