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    Tesla Model S

    Latest Model

    2012 Model Redesign Year
    The Model S has an EPA-estimated driving range of more than 400 miles. We got 366 miles in our 70-mph highway-range test. Performance is exceptional, with quiet and thrilling acceleration, pinpoint handling, and a firm ride. Just don't expect luxury levels of noise isolation or interior fit and finish. The hatchback design aids versatility, and the front trunk is a bonus. But the controls are extremely unintuitive because Tesla has eliminated the steering-column stalks.
    Many common functions, including the turn signals and wipers, are performed through touch-sensitive controls on the steering wheel. Tiny red LEDs at the base of the windshield pillars form a token BSW system, and RCTW is now standard.
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    2025 Tesla Model S

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    Base MSRP Range
    $79,990 - $94,990
    Destination Charge: $1390
    Base MSRP Range
    $79,990 - $94,990
    Destination Charge: $1390

    2025 Tesla Model S

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    2025 Tesla Model S
    Base MSRP
    $79,990 - $94,990
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    Predicted Reliability
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    Predicted Owner Satisfaction
    / 5
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    2012-Present

    2012 Model Redesign Year
    The Tesla Model S is a great four-door luxury sports car that just also happens to be an electric vehicle. A large, low-slung hatchback, it easily seats five, or seven in a pinch when fitted with rear-facing jump seats. With its optional 85 kWh battery, the Tesla can travel between 180 and 225 miles per charge, at least twice as far as other electrics. It can also be fully charged in as little as five hours. Performance is exceptional, with thrilling acceleration, pinpoint handling, and a superb ride. A huge iPad-like center screen controls nearly all accessory functions.
    Drawbacks include tight access and restricted visibility. All-wheel drive versions were added in 2014, along with an optional Autopilot suite of advanced driver assistance features. In 2015, Tesla dropped the two smaller battery choices, making the standard battery 70-kWh, and offered all-wheel drive. Other changes for 2015 included standard forward-collision warning with active emergency braking, and blind-spot and lane-departure warning. As of 2019 the Model S is only available with the 100 kWh battery. The 75 kWh version is discontinued. Other changes include Tesla's new Navigate on Autopilot software, which lets drivers choose whether the car can automatically change lanes without their input. The Long Range version is now rated at 373 miles. Tesla extended the range for the Model S for 2021. A freshening brought changes to the cabin with a different touchscreen, a chopped steering wheel and no stalks for a gear selector, turn signals or wipers. Instead, there is a slider on the screen or a touch sensitive gear selector on the console. Buttons on the steering wheel replace every function that used to have a stalk. The company recently added an ultra-high performance version called Plaid that has 1,020 hp and 396-mile range.
    2024 Tesla Model S
    Retail Price
    $53,550 - $69,375
    EPA Range
    405 miles
    Reliability Verdict
    NA 
    Owner Satisfaction
    / 5
    2023 Tesla Model S
    Retail Price
    $45,075 - $57,800
    EPA Range
    405 miles
    Reliability Verdict
    / 100
    Owner Satisfaction
    / 5
    2022 Tesla Model S
    Retail Price
    $36,775 - $49,575
    EPA Range
    405 miles
    Reliability Verdict
    / 100
    Owner Satisfaction
    / 5
    2021 Tesla Model S
    Retail Price
    $32,600 - $48,950
    EPA Range
    405 miles
    Reliability Verdict
    / 100
    Owner Satisfaction
    / 5
    2020 Tesla Model S
    Retail Price
    $24,300 - $28,800
    EPA Range
    373 miles
    Reliability Verdict
    / 100
    Owner Satisfaction
    / 5
    2019 Tesla Model S
    Retail Price
    $20,250 - $25,400
    EPA Range
    335 miles
    Reliability Verdict
    NA 
    Owner Satisfaction
    / 5
    2018 Tesla Model S
    Retail Price
    $17,325 - $23,875
    EPA Range
    259 miles
    Reliability Verdict
    / 100
    Owner Satisfaction
    / 5
    2017 Tesla Model S
    Retail Price
    $12,825 - $22,825
    EPA Range
    259 miles
    Reliability Verdict
    / 100
    Owner Satisfaction
    / 5
    2016 Tesla Model S
    Retail Price
    $10,625 - $21,075
    EPA Range
    259 miles
    Reliability Verdict
    / 100
    Owner Satisfaction
    / 5
    2015 Tesla Model S
    Retail Price
    $10,450 - $15,825
    EPA Range
    242 miles
    Reliability Verdict
    / 100
    Owner Satisfaction
    / 5
    2014 Tesla Model S
    Retail Price
    $10,250 - $14,275
    EPA Range
    242 miles
    Reliability Verdict
    NA 
    Owner Satisfaction
    / 5
    2013 Tesla Model S
    Retail Price
    $8,100 - $11,250
    EPA Range
    265 miles
    Reliability Verdict
    NA 
    Owner Satisfaction
    NA 
    2012 Tesla Model S
    Retail Price
    $8,025 - $10,275
    EPA Range
    NA
    Reliability Verdict
    NA 
    Owner Satisfaction
    NA 
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