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Tesla Model S Plaid

Years of Production
When the car first came out and when they stopped making it
2021 -

Trims

Currently Produced
Plaid Dual Motor
Discontinued
P85 85 60 (2013) P85D P90D (2015) 90D (2015) 70D (2015) 70 (2015) 85D 60D 60 (2016) 70D (2016) 70 (2016) P100D 75D 75 P90D (2016) 90D (2016) 100D Standard Range Long Range Performance (2019) Performance (2020) Long Range Plus

Tesla Model S Plaid

Photo of Tesla Model S Plaid (1 slide)

Technical Specifications of Tesla Model S Plaid

General Info

Years of Production
When the car first came out and when they stopped making it
2021 -
Country of Manufacture
Country where final assembly of the car took place.
USA
Current Status
Announced (planned), Pre-order (reservations open), Produced (on sale), Discontinued (no longer made)
Produced
Body Style
Refers to the car's shape & design (sedan, SUV, hatchback)
Liftback Tesla Model S Plaid

Range and Efficiency

Range EPA
Estimated range on a full battery according to official EPA ratings (USA)
396 mi
Range WLTP
Range according to WLTP ratings.
TEL: car in its lightest configuration.
TEH: car in its heaviest configuration.
TEL
TEH
373 mi No Data
Efficiency
Energy consumption per distance driven. Lower figures indicate better efficiency.
kWh/100 mi
Wh/mi
26.7 kWh 267 Wh

Battery and Charging

Battery Capacity
Nominal: total amount of energy the car’s battery can hold. Usable: actual amount of energy you can access.
Nominal
Usable
100 kWh 95 kWh
Max Charging Power
Max electric power the car can accept for charging, determined by its on-board charger (AC) and battery (DC)
AC
DC
11.5 kW 250 kW
Charge Port
The car's charge port type. It affects charging speed and station compatibility.
Tesla
Tesla charge port

Performance

Drive Type
Which wheels are powered (all, rear, or front) by the electric motor(s)
AWD
Engine
Torque: pulling force of the engine. Power: how quickly it can turn the wheels with that force.
Power
Torque
1019 hp (760 kW) 1047 lb-ft
0-60 mph
Acceleration time from 0 to 60 mph (USA) or 0 to 100 km/h (Europe)
2 s
Top Speed
The fastest the car can go (maximum speed)
200 mph
0.00 s
00 mph

Dimensions

Length
Car's body length (front to back bumper)
197.7 in
Width
Car's body width including or excluding side mirrors
with Mirrors
w/o Mirrors
86.2 in 78.2 in
Height
Car's body height (from ground to highest point)
56.3 in
Wheelbase
Distance between centers of front and rear wheels (affects ride and handling)
116.5 in

Cargo and Towing

Number of Seats
Total passenger capacity of the car (including driver)
5
Curb Weight
Car's weight without passengers or cargo
4776 lb
Cargo Volume
Trunk: cargo capacity (rear seats up).
Max: cargo capacity (rear seats folded).
Frunk: cargo capacity in the front hood.
Trunk
Max
Frunk
25 ft3 61.4 ft3 3.1 ft3
Towing Capacity
Maximum weight the car can tow safely with a trailer that has its own brakes
No Data
Last Updated:
March 28, 2024
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How Far Can You Go in Tesla Model S Plaid

The map shows how far you can go with a fully-charged battery:
  • Light green area: Round-trip
  • Dark green area: One-way
For the most accurate results, please allow the widget to use your location.

Charging Tesla Model S Plaid

Slow (AC)
Fast (DC)

Home and Office (AC) Charging

NEMA 5-15

Socket specs
Socket specs
120 V, 15 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
1.8 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
35 h 11 min (~7 mph)

NEMA 5-20

Socket specs
Socket specs
120 V, 20 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
2.4 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
26 h 23 min (~9 mph)

NEMA 6-20

Socket specs
Socket specs
240 V, 20 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
4.8 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
13 h 12 min (~18 mph)

NEMA 14-30

Socket specs
Socket specs
240 V, 30 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
7.2 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
08 h 48 min (~27 mph)

NEMA 14-50

Socket specs
Socket specs
240 V, 50 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
12 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
05 h 30 min (~43 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (11.5 kW)

NEMA 6-50

Socket specs
Socket specs
240 V, 50 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
12 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
05 h 30 min (~43 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (11.5 kW)

Fast (DC) Charging

CCS DC 50 kW

Socket output
Socket output
50 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
01 h 20 min (~177 mph)
Tesla cars need an adapter to charge at CCS DC stations

CCS DC 100 kW

Socket output
Socket output
100 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 43 min (~333 mph)
Tesla cars need an adapter to charge at CCS DC stations

CCS DC 150 kW

Socket output
Socket output
150 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 29 min (~500 mph)
Tesla cars need an adapter to charge at CCS DC stations

CCS DC 200 kW

Socket output
Socket output
200 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 23 min (~625 mph)
Tesla cars need an adapter to charge at CCS DC stations

CCS DC 250 kW

Socket output
Socket output
250 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 18 min (~782 mph)
Tesla cars need an adapter to charge at CCS DC stations

CCS DC 350 kW

Socket output
Socket output
350 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 18 min (~782 mph)
Tesla cars need an adapter to charge at CCS DC stations Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (250 kW)

Supercharger V2 Split 75 kW

Socket output
Socket output
75 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 54 min (~266 mph)

Supercharger V2 150 kW

Socket output
Socket output
150 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 29 min (~500 mph)

Supercharger V3 250 kW

Socket output
Socket output
250 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 18 min (~782 mph)
Last Updated:
March 28, 2024
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About Tesla Model S Plaid

The Tesla Model S Plaid is an all-electric all-wheel drive liftback. It came out in 2021 replacing the older Tesla Model S Performance (2020). Brand new, the car starts around $89,990.

The Tesla Model S Plaid has a 100 kWh battery pack, allowing it to travel up to 356 mi on a single charge. The car has an average efficiency of 26.7 kWh per 100 miles (or 267 Wh/mile) — ranked №24 out of 575 electric vehicles.

Frequently Asked Questions

How fast is Tesla Model S Plaid

The Tesla Model S Plaid can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 2 seconds (ranked №5 out of 575 electric vehicles) and reach a top speed of 200 mph.

The car’s powertrain delivers up to 760 kW (1019 hp) of power and 1047 lb-ft of torque.

Real-world range of Tesla Model S Plaid

The real-world range of the Tesla Model S Plaid is 320–392 miles (ranked №24 out of 575 electric vehicles) — depending on several factors, including:

  • Speed: Higher speeds deplete the battery faster.
  • Temperature: Extreme cold and hot weather impacts range.
  • Terrain: Hilly or mountainous terrain reduces range.
  • Driving style: Aggressive driving with frequent acceleration and braking consumes more energy.
  • Use of features: Features like climate control and media system also affect range.

It's important to remember that these are just estimates, and your actual range may vary. It's always best to factor in these various factors when planning your trip and be prepared for potential charging stops.

Plan your trips using the EV Navigation interactive map.

Tesla Model S Plaid charge port type?

The Tesla Model S Plaid in the USA is equipped with a Tesla charging port. You can charge it conveniently at home using a standard outlet, or utilize any public AC charging station with the appropriate cable. However, the car's built-in charger (inverter) limits the maximum AC charging speed to 11.5 kW, which translates to roughly 39 miles of range added per hour.

For faster charging, use DC fast-charging stations. The Tesla Model S Plaid supports a maximum DC charging rate of 250 kW, but it's important to note that battery temperature and current charge level can affect the actual charging speed you'll experience.

To estimate charging time, rate, and cost, you can use our Charging calculator.

Tesla Model S Plaid dimensions and weight?

The size and weight specifications for Tesla Model S Plaid are as follows:

  • Length: 197.7 in
  • Width: 86.2 in (including side mirrors) or 78.2 in (excluding side mirrors)
  • Height: 56.3 in
  • Wheelbase: 116.5 in (distance between the center of the front and rear wheels)
  • Curb weight: 4776 lbs (weight of the empty car, no people or cargo)
Tesla Model S Plaid cargo capacity?

The rear cargo area of the Tesla Model S Plaid provides 25 cubic feet of space when the rear seats are upright (ranked №105 out of 575 electric vehicles).

Folding these seats down unlocks a maximum cargo capacity of 61.4 cubic feet (ranked №105 out of 575 electric vehicles).

In addition, the car has a frunk, a front compartment with 3.1 cubic feet dedicated to smaller items.

Tesla Model S Plaid towing capacity?
The car isn’t officially rated for towing.

Ratings

4.2

Design

based on 114 votes
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4.5

Performance

based on 102 votes
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4.3

Desirability

based on 107 votes
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Safety Ratings

NCAP safety rating
NCAP logo

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No Data
0-60 mph
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Discontinued
2020 - 2021
Price (USA)
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EPA Range
387 mi
0-60 mph
2.3 sec
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EPA
WLTP (TEL)
  1. 490 mi +23.7% Ford Mustang Mach-E GT Performance Edition
  2. 450 mi +13.6% BMW i4 M50
  3. 405 mi +2.3% Tesla Model S Dual Motor
  4. 402 mi +1.5% Tesla Model S Long Range Plus
  5. 396 mi Tesla Model S Plaid
  6. 387 mi -2.3% Tesla Model S Performance (2020)
  7. 385 mi -2.8% BMW iX 3
  8. 381 mi -3.8% Faraday FF 91 2.0
  9. 373 mi -5.8% Tesla Model S Long Range
  1. 373 mi 0% Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor
  2. 373 mi 0% Volkswagen ID.3 GTX
  3. 373 mi 0% Volkswagen ID.3 GTX Performance
  4. 373 mi 0% Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD
  5. 373 mi Tesla Model S Plaid
  6. 373 mi 0% Ford Mustang Mach-E ER RWD
  7. 373 mi 0% Lotus Eletre
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Torque
Power
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  5. 2 s Tesla Model S Plaid
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  3. 1269 lb-ft +21.2% Lightyear 0
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