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Tesla Model S
2021 Tesla Model S
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$69,420
Starting Price (MSRP)
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Tesla Model Y
2021 Tesla Model Y
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$50,990
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9.3
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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 MPGE
Hwy: 112 MPGE
Fuel Economy
City: 131 MPGE
Hwy: 117 MPGE
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
58.1 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
N/A

Photos

Tesla Model S
2017-2021 Tesla Model S Side View
2017-2021 Tesla Model S Infotainment System
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Tesla Model Y
2020-2021 Tesla Model Y Rear View
2020-2021 Tesla Model Y Interior in White
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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
4,416 lbs

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
117 MPGE
125 MPGE
City
121 MPGE
131 MPGE
Highway
112 MPGE
117 MPGE

Battery Range & Charge Times

Battery Size
100 kWh
75 kWh
Charge Time
12 Hrs Charge Time @ 220/240V
10 Hrs Charge Time @ 220/240V

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
196 in
187 in
Height
56.9 in
63.9 in
Max Width
77.3 in
75.6 in
Front Width
65.4 in
64.4 in
Rear Width
66.9 in
64.4 in
Wheelbase
116.5 in
113.8 in
Ground Clearance
4.6 in
6.6 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
42.7 in
41.8 in
Front Seat Headroom
38.8 in
41 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
57.7 in
56.4 in
Front Seat Hip Room
55 in
53.8 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
35.4 in
40.5 in
Rear Seat Headroom
35.3 in
39.4 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
55 in
54 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
54.7 in
50.6 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up
26.3 ft³
N/A
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
58.1 ft³
N/A
Cargo Volume to Seat 1
N/A
68 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

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

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
19" x 8"
19" x 9.5"
Rear Wheel Size
19" x 8"
19" x 9.5"

Suspension

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

Tires

Front Tire
P245/45WR19
P255/45R19
Rear Tire
P245/45WR19
P255/45R19

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, Premium Seat Trim
  • White/Black, Premium Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Standard
Standard
Premium Sound System
Standard
Not Available
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
Not Available
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
Optional
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Standard
Heated Rear Seat(s)
Standard
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Standard
Seat Memory
Standard
Standard
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Not Available
Rear A/C
Not Available
Optional
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 / 120,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
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