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Tesla Model S (2016 - 2021)

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Model specs

Model info

Model name
Tesla Model S
Generation
002
Production years
2016 - 2021
Generation name
002
  • tesla LogoTesla Model S (This) 002
    2.0
Doors
5
5

Dimensions

Length
4970 mm
4,006.0
Avg
4,970.0
Higher is better
Wheelbase
2960 mm
2,570.0
Avg
2,960.0
Higher is better
Width
1964 mm
1,791.0
Avg
1,964.0
Higher is better
Height
1445 mm
1,423.0
Avg
1,590.0
Higher is better
Ground clearance
160 mm
91.0
Avg
160.0
Higher is better
Turning circle
11 m
10.0
Avg
11.0
Lower is better
Annotated Image
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Boot/interior

Boot space
745 l
260.0
Avg
745.0
Higher is better
Boot space (rear seats folded, bottom to roof)
1645 l
1,100.0
Avg
1,645.0
Higher is better
Seats
5
5
Max. seats
7
7
Doors
5
5

Engines/drivetrain

Max. speed
210 - 261 km/h
160.0
Avg
215.0
Higher is better
Power
225 - 580 kW
110.0
Avg
235.0
Higher is better
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 5 s
2.0
Avg
9.0
Higher is better

Consumption/ecology

Combined consumption (NEDC)
14 - 20 kWh/100km
  • tesla LogoTesla Model S (This) 14 - 20 kWh/100km
  • bmw LogoBMW i3 14 kWh/100km
14.0
Avg
15.0
Higher is better
Empty weight (EU)
2102 - 2316 kg
1,340.0
Avg
2,102.0
Higher is better

Towing

Max. roof load
75 kg
75.0
Avg
75.0
Higher is better

EV

Range (WLTP)
450 - 652 km
  • tesla LogoTesla Model S (This) 450 - 652 km
    450.0
  • cupra LogoCUPRA Born 425 km
425.0
Avg
450.0
Higher is better
Battery capacity - total
60 - 100 kWh
33.0
Avg
62.0
Higher is better
Battery capacity - usable
58 - 98 kWh
27.0
Avg
58.0
Higher is better

Engines (Model S)

Electric
AUT Hinterrad
70
Engine & Power
Power
225 kW / 306 HP
Battery
70 kWh
Performance
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Max. speed
225 km/h
Consumption
Combined consumption (NEDC)
15 kWh/100km
Technical Details
Emission standard
Electric Vehicle
Gears
1
Electric
AUT Hinterrad
60
Engine & Power
Power
235 kW / 320 HP
Battery
60 kWh
Performance
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Max. speed
210 km/h
Consumption
Combined consumption (NEDC)
15 kWh/100km
Technical Details
Emission standard
Electric Vehicle
Gears
1
Electric
AUT AWD
60D
Engine & Power
Power
244 kW / 332 HP
Battery
60 kWh
Performance
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Max. speed
210 km/h
Consumption
Combined consumption (NEDC)
14 kWh/100km
Technical Details
Emission standard
Electric Vehicle
Gears
1
Electric
AUT Hinterrad
75
Engine & Power
Power
285 kW / 388 HP
Battery
75 kWh
Performance
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max. speed
225 km/h
Consumption
Combined consumption (NEDC)
18 kWh/100km
Technical Details
Emission standard
Electric Vehicle
Gears
1
Electric
AUT AWD
Standard Range
Engine & Power
Power
310 kW / 422 HP
Battery
100 kWh
Range
450 km
Performance
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Max. speed
225 km/h
Consumption
Combined consumption (NEDC)
18 kWh/100km
Technical Details
Emission standard
Electric Vehicle
Gears
1
Electric
AUT AWD
75D
Engine & Power
Power
315 kW / 428 HP
Battery
75 kWh
Range
490 km
Performance
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max. speed
225 km/h
Consumption
Combined consumption (NEDC)
18 kWh/100km
Technical Details
Emission standard
Electric Vehicle
Gears
1
Electric
AUT AWD
100D
Engine & Power
Power
315 kW / 428 HP
Battery
100 kWh
Range
632 km
Performance
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max. speed
250 km/h
Consumption
Combined consumption (NEDC)
18 kWh/100km
Technical Details
Emission standard
Electric Vehicle
Gears
1
Electric
AUT AWD
P90D
Engine & Power
Power
345 kW / 469 HP
Battery
90 kWh
Performance
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 s
Max. speed
250 km/h
Consumption
Combined consumption (NEDC)
20 kWh/100km
Technical Details
Emission standard
Electric Vehicle
Gears
1
Electric
AUT AWD
70D
Engine & Power
Power
386 kW / 525 HP
Battery
70 kWh
Performance
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Max. speed
225 km/h
Consumption
Combined consumption (NEDC)
14 kWh/100km
Technical Details
Emission standard
Electric Vehicle
Gears
1
Electric
AUT AWD
90D
Engine & Power
Power
386 kW / 525 HP
Battery
90 kWh
Performance
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max. speed
250 km/h
Consumption
Combined consumption (NEDC)
18 kWh/100km
Technical Details
Emission standard
Electric Vehicle
Gears
1
Electric
AUT AWD
Maximum Range
Engine & Power
Power
415 kW / 564 HP
Battery
100 kWh
Range
652 km
Performance
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 s
Max. speed
250 km/h
Technical Details
Emission standard
Electric Vehicle
Gears
1
Electric
AUT AWD
P100D
Engine & Power
Power
515 kW / 700 HP
Battery
100 kWh
Range
613 km
Performance
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 s
Max. speed
250 km/h
Consumption
Combined consumption (NEDC)
20 kWh/100km
Technical Details
Emission standard
Electric Vehicle
Gears
1
Electric
AUT AWD
Performance
Engine & Power
Power
580 kW / 789 HP
Battery
100 kWh
Range
639 km
Performance
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 s
Max. speed
261 km/h
Technical Details
Emission standard
Electric Vehicle
Gears
1
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Tesla Model S generations

Model S 1.Generation
2013 - 2016
Length4970 mm
Height1445 mm
Wheelbase2960 mm
Length4970 mm
Model S 1.Generation (1. Facelift)
2016 - 2021
Length4970 mm
Height1445 mm
Wheelbase2960 mm
Length4970 mm
Model S Model S 1.Generation (2. Facelift)
2021 - Now
Length5021 mm
Height1431 mm
Wheelbase2960 mm
Length5021 mm (+51 mm)
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2003
2003
Tesla founded
2013
2013
1.Generation was introduced.
2016
2016
1.Generation (1. Facelift) was introduced and replaced 1.Generation.
2021
2021
Model S 1.Generation (2. Facelift) was introduced and replaced 1.Generation (1. Facelift).
Dynamic side-view shot of a blue 2016 Tesla Model S (first generation, facelift) sedan in motion. Captured from a low angle near wheel height, the image emphasizes speed with background motion blur. The car's sleek, aerodynamic design is highlighted, showcasing LED headlights, sporty alloy wheels, streamlined side mirrors, and tinted windows. The slightly angled perspective reveals part of the front grille and headlight assembly. The flush door handles and lower sports suspension are also visible.
Side profile image of a 2016 Tesla Model S (1st generation facelift) electric sedan in red, captured in motion. The car's sleek and aerodynamic design is showcased, with smooth lines from the front fender to the rear end and polished rims. Photographed on an asphalt road with a blurry background of mountains and a clear sky, emphasizing the vehicle's speed and movement.
The image shows a side-profile view of a bright blue 2016 Tesla Model S (first generation, facelift) sedan on a smooth tarmac road with a snowy mountain range in the background, suggesting a cold or alpine environment. The angle of the shot has a slight rearward bias, emphasizing the car's length and design lines, with visible parts including the front fender, hood, windshield, roof, doors, rear quarter panel, trunk, and side mirrors. The aerodynamic design features smooth curves, sleek lines, stylized alloy wheels, and low-profile tires, hinting at a performance-oriented model. The low-angle shot provides a dynamic, powerful look, conveying a sense of motion even though the vehicle is stationary. The car's clean design, including flush door handles, implies advanced features like keyless entry. The image is in full focus on the car with a blurred background, suggesting speed, and appears professionally taken for promotional purposes, showcasing the vehicle's design and color.
A red 2016 Tesla Model S (1st generation facelift) captured in motion from a tracking side-angle perspective at dusk, highlighting the car's aerodynamic design, flush door handles, performance-oriented alloy rims with motion blur, glossy finish reflecting ambient light, glass roof extending from windscreen to rear, and distinctive horizontal tail lights, indicative of its electric vehicle nature.
Side profile of a 2016 Tesla Model S (1st generation facelift) in motion, captured from a low and slightly forward angle to emphasize its dynamic design. The entire left side, from the front bumper to the rear, is visible, showcasing the passenger doors, windows, rearview mirror, wheels, and sloped roofline leading to the trunk. Motion blur on the wheels and road surface, along with a blurred background with horizontal streaks, conveys speed. The car features sleek aerodynamic lines, slim angular headlights, and alloy wheels. The vehicle is at a moderate distance, centrally positioned in the frame, on a smooth road with an open, clear horizon that hints at a desert or coastal setting.
The image depicts a modern four-door Tesla Model S 2016 (1st generation facelift) sedan in motion on a smooth road or track. Presented from a low angle side-profile view, the vehicle's sleek and aerodynamic lines are clearly visible, showcasing its distinctive closed-off grille, slim LED headlights, and smooth front bumper. The fastback design with a gently sloping roofline, flush retractable door handles, and minimal streamlined side mirrors highlight the car's focus on aerodynamics. Large multi-spoke wheels suggest optimization for airflow and reduced drag. The composition uses motion blur to convey high speed, with the car itself sharply in focus against a blurred background. This professional photograph emphasizes the car's electric nature, advanced lighting, aerodynamic design, and potential driver assistance features.
Close-up interior view of a Tesla Model S 2016 (1st generation facelift) from the driver's seat, highlighting the unconventional rectangular steering wheel with the TESLA logo and controls, and the dashboard featuring a horizontal digital instrument cluster and a larger touchscreen display with a navigation map. The sleek, minimalist dashboard is accented with wood trim against a dark high-tech interior.
Interior view of a Tesla Model S 2016 (1st generation facelift) focusing on the central console and driver's dashboard. Prominent features include a large touchscreen infotainment system, digital instrument cluster, modern steering wheel design, wood paneling, ambient lighting, and a sleek, minimalist design with no traditional air vents.
Interior view of Tesla Model S 2016 (1st generation facelift) focusing on rear passenger compartment. Perspective from rear seat at cushion height showing two front seats with headrests, center console, and built-in display screen on front passenger seat back. Rear-seat entertainment technology evident with active screen showing video game or multimedia content. Features include foldable armrest with integrated cup holders and wood grain finish, partial glimpse of front dashboard with larger infotainment screen, and luxury materials throughout. Well-lit interior with neutral tones indicating a contemporary luxury vehicle.
Interior of the 2016 Tesla Model S (1st generation facelift) showcasing luxury white leather seats with black accents, ergonomic design, and ample legroom. The image captures the right-hand side seats from an overhead angled perspective, highlighting the functional center console ending before the rear seats, featuring a touchscreen for rear passengers and wireless smartphone charging. Panoramic glass roof offering natural light and a sense of openness.
High-angle view of a Tesla Model S 2016 (1st generation, facelift) interior highlighting the center console and front seats. The sleek console showcases a large touchscreen infotainment system with colorful icons, surrounded by a high-quality wood veneer. The white leather front seats add to the minimalist and luxurious aesthetic of the modern car interior.
Close-up view of the open trunk of a Tesla Model S 2016 (1st generation facelift), taken from a high angle. Inside the trunk, a disassembled white bicycle with visible frame and wheels is lying flat, accompanied by a white bicycle helmet leaning against the side. The trunk's black interior lining and durable, textured loading sill protector are clear, showcasing the vehicle's storage capabilities and practical design for carrying sports equipment.
Interior of a modern vehicle, focusing on the center console and front passenger area. Overhead, diagonal view highlighting a large vertical touchscreen display with colorful connectivity icons, glossy wood-finish section, chrome-ringed cup holders, white leather armrest with storage, and sophisticated tech features in a luxury car setting.
Close-up, high-angle interior view of the 2016 Tesla Model S (1st generation-facelift), focusing on the sleek center console with glossy and matte surfaces, wood trim accents, two cup holders, a small storage compartment, and a large, vertically-oriented touchscreen display with colorful graphics for vehicle controls and infotainment. The image also shows a portion of the white, contoured front seats, highlighting both comfort and luxury.
Interior view of a 2016 Tesla Model S (1st generation, facelift) highlighting the center console from an overhead, driver-centric perspective. The ergonomic layout features a prominent, vertically-oriented touchscreen infotainment system displaying colorful graphics for climate control, media, navigation, and vehicle settings. The console is finished with wood-like trim, white leather-like seats, and a two-tone design, emphasizing luxury and minimal physical controls.
Overhead angled view of the interior of a 2016 Tesla Model S (1st generation, facelift). Features white upholstered seats with individual contours, a central large touchscreen on the front dashboard, a digital instrument cluster, a minimalistic center console, and a foldable armrest in the rear seating area. Showcasing advanced technology, ergonomic design, and modern luxury.
Interior view of a 2016 Tesla Model S (1st generation facelift) from the rear seat, highlighting a modern, sleek dashboard with a central touchscreen, unconventional steering wheel, modern-contoured white front seats, and wood-finish trim. The minimalist design suggests advanced technology with possible autonomous capabilities, enhanced by natural daylight entering through large windows.
Interior view of a 2016 Tesla Model-S (1st generation facelift), showcasing a sleek dashboard with a central wide touchscreen infotainment system displaying navigation and media controls. Steering wheel with advanced control buttons and touch-sensitive panels for various car functions, and an electrochromic auto-dimming rearview mirror. Minimalistic interior design with horizontal wood trim, minimal physical controls, plush white seats with electronic adjustment, heating, and cooling features visible. Side and rear window glass suggesting UV filtering or part of a panoramic sunroof. Likelihood of advanced driving assistance systems and digital instrument cluster. Slight motion blur outside indicates the car is in motion.
Detailed close-up of a vivid red Tesla Model S 2016 (1st generation facelift) rear section from a low-angle perspective, showcasing elements like the lower bumper, partial taillight, rear diffuser, and 'PLAID' badge. Captured in a dimly lit environment, the image highlights the car's design elegance and hints at electric propulsion due to the absence of visible exhaust outlets.
Close-up view of a section of a Tesla Model S 2016 (1st generation, facelift) vehicle, focusing on the front driver-side wheel and surrounding bodywork. The wheel features a five split-spoke alloy design with a company logo on the center hub. The car's glossy red fender curves around the wheel, highlighting the sporty and modern design. Dramatic lighting from above and to the left casts shadows that emphasize the contours of the wheel and vehicle. The image, taken from a low side angle, captures the sleek styling details while the dark studio backdrop enhances the visual focus.
Tesla Model S 2016 (1st generation facelift) red sedan in studio with controlled lighting and black background, low angle view emphasizing aerodynamic profile and ground clearance, three-quarter front view showing driver's side, headlights, grille, part of hood, rim design of premium alloy multi-spoke pattern, windshield with tinted glass, sloping roofline, side mirror, door handles, and window line blending smoothly into the sleek design, highlighting paint finish, contour lines, and sculpted panels suggesting luxury and performance, focused lighting showcasing design details.
Frontal view of a Tesla Model S 2016 (1st generation facelift) positioned against a black background, emphasizing its sleek grille-less design typical for electric vehicles. The distinctive emblem is centrally placed on the nose. The car's sharp LED or laser headlights, smooth hood with aerodynamic lines, and reflective metallic finish highlight its modern, luxurious design.
2016 Tesla Model S (1st Generation Facelift) with sleek design and advanced electric drivetrain
Elevated three-quarter frontal view of a 2016 Tesla Model S (1st generation, facelift) car, showcasing its front, hood, roof, and side profile. Partially transparent, the image highlights internal structures including the skeletal framework, front bumper, engine bay, roll cage, seating arrangement, trunk area, and low-profile tires with black rims. Educational or promotional illustration displaying vehicle engineering and construction.
Top-down view of a 2016 Tesla Model S (1st generation, facelift) chassis showcasing the detailed components of an electric vehicle. This view highlights the battery pack centrally positioned along the length of the chassis, flanked by clearly visible suspension systems with red-colored shock absorbers, and attached wheels. The image, free of bodywork and set against a plain white background, emphasizes its engineering focus.
Symmetrical top-down view of a 2016 Tesla Model S (1st generation facelift) electric vehicle chassis, showing four wheels, axles, independent suspension elements, large central battery pack, and red dual electric motors suggesting all-wheel drive capabilities, set against a neutral white background.
2016 Tesla Model S (1st generation facelift) electric car, featuring sleek design, advanced autopilot, and luxurious interior in metropolitan setting
Image of a 2016 Tesla Model S (1st-generation facelift) red sedan driving on a curved road, captured from a front three-quarter angle. The photo emphasizes the vehicle's front left side, showcasing the emblem, headlights, and part of the hood, extending to the rear. The lack of a traditional grille highlights its electric nature. The background is motion-blurred with a sharp focus on the car, indicating speed and possibly achieved through panning technique. The car, positioned up close with compressed perspective, reflects modern technological advancements like advanced propulsion, likely autopilot/driver-assist systems, and LED lighting. The well-lit daytime scene with long shadows suggests an early morning or late afternoon setting, with natural scenery providing a dynamic contrast to the sleek vehicle design.
Front view of a 2016 Tesla Model S, first generation facelift. The image highlights the modern, sleek design featuring an aggressive front fascia with a prominent emblem on the grille, modern LED or HID headlights, and smooth hood contours. The lower bumper suggests a sporty character with air intakes, while the car sits on a reflective surface in a futuristic tunnel-like structure with bright red and white neon lights. The direct symmetrical view accentuates the design and symmetry, making it perfect for showcasing in automotive marketing materials.
Stylized rendering of a Tesla Model S 2016 (1st generation, facelift) viewed from a low-angle side perspective. The aerodynamic profile and sleek, streamlined silhouette with a low roofline are highlighted, featuring a smooth, closed-off grille, slim headlights, and multi-spoke alloy wheels with black rims and silver highlights. An inset in the upper left corner shows a minimalist dashboard with a large touchscreen display, emphasizing a modern, technology-driven interior. The background includes a graphic pattern indicative of digital connectivity, while the TESLA logo is prominently displayed in the upper right corner, emphasizing the brand's innovative and futuristic design.

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