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2021 Tesla Model S
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Overview

Engine
Electric
Engine
Electric
Transmission
Single Speed Automatic
Transmission
Single Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 121 MPG
Hwy: 112 MPG
Fuel Economy
N/A
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
58.1 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
58.1 ft³

Photos

Tesla Model S
2017-2021 Tesla Model S Side View
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2017-2020 Tesla Model S P100D Rear Angle View
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
Electric
Electric
Transmission
Single Speed Automatic
Single Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
4,883 lbs
4,941 lbs

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
117 MPG
N/A
City
121 MPG
N/A
Highway
112 MPG
N/A

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
196 in
196 in
Height
56.9 in
56.9 in
Max Width
77.3 in
77.3 in
Front Width
65.4 in
65.4 in
Rear Width
66.9 in
66.9 in
Wheelbase
116.5 in
116.5 in
Ground Clearance
4.6 in
4.6 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
42.7 in
42.7 in
Front Seat Headroom
38.8 in
38.8 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
57.7 in
57.7 in
Front Seat Hip Room
55 in
55 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
35.4 in
35.4 in
Rear Seat Headroom
35.3 in
35.3 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
55 in
55 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
54.7 in
54.7 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up
26.3 ft³
26.3 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
58.1 ft³
58.1 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
38.8 ft
38.8 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
N/A
Front Wheel Size
19" x 8"
19" x 8"
Rear Wheel Size
19" x 8"
19" x 8"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Double Wishbone
Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P245/45WR19
P245/45WR19
Rear Tire
P245/45WR19
P245/45WR19

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

Pearl White Multi-Coat
Pearl White Multi-Coat

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Deep Blue Metallic
  • Midnight Silver Metallic
  • Solid Black
  • Red Multi-Coat
  • Deep Blue Metallic
  • Midnight Silver Metallic
  • Solid Black
  • Red Multi-Coat

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Premium Seat Trim
  • Black/White, Premium Seat Trim
  • Cream, Premium Seat Trim
  • Black, Synthetic Leather Seat Trim
  • Cream, Synthetic Leather Seat Trim
  • White/Black, Synthetic Leather Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Not Available
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Standard
Standard
Premium Sound System
Standard
Standard
Satellite Radio
Standard
Not Available
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Standard
Vinyl Seats
Standard
Standard
Woodgrain Interior Trim
Standard
Standard
Sun/Moonroof
Standard
Standard

Comfort

Navigation System
Standard
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Liftgate
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Automatic Parking
Optional
Not Available
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Standard
Heated Rear Seat(s)
Standard
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Not Available
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Standard
Seat Memory
Standard
Standard
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Standard
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard
Standard
Rear Parking Aid
Standard
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
8 Years / Unlimited Miles
8 Years / Unlimited Miles
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
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