Tesla Model S 90D (2016)

Years of Production
When the car first came out and when they stopped making it
2016 - 2017
Price USA (used)
Estimated pre-owned price
$20,991
In 2017 this car was replaced by: Tesla Model S 100D

Trims

Currently Produced

Tesla Model S 90D (2016)

Technical Specifications of Tesla Model S 90D (2016)

General Info

Years of Production
When the car first came out and when they stopped making it
2016 - 2017
Country of Manufacture
Country where final assembly of the car took place.
USA, Holland
Current Status
Announced (planned), Pre-order (reservations open), Produced (on sale), Discontinued (no longer made)
Discontinued
Body Style
Refers to the car's shape & design (sedan, SUV, hatchback)
Liftback Tesla Model S 90D (2016)

Range and Efficiency

Range EPA
Estimated range on a full battery according to official EPA ratings (USA)
294 mi
Range NEDC
Range according to NEDC ratings. NEDC is an old standard, replaced by WLTP after September 2018.
346 mi
Efficiency
Energy consumption per distance driven. Lower figures indicate better efficiency.
kWh/100 mi
Wh/mi
29.1 kWh 291 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
90 kWh 85.5 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 120 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
417 hp (311 kW) 487 lb-ft
0-60 mph
Acceleration time from 0 to 60 mph (USA) or 0 to 100 km/h (Europe)
4.2 s
Top Speed
The fastest the car can go (maximum speed)
155 mph
0.00 s
00 mph

Dimensions

Length
Car's body length (front to back bumper)
195.7 in
Width
Car's body width including or excluding side mirrors
with Mirrors
w/o Mirrors
86.2 in 77.3 in
Height
Car's body height (from ground to highest point)
56.9 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
4736 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
26.3 ft3 58.1 ft3 2.1 ft3
Towing Capacity
Maximum weight the car can tow safely with a trailer that has its own brakes
No Data
Last Updated:
March 10, 2024
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How Far Can You Go in Tesla Model S 90D (2016)

The map shows how far you can go with a fully-charged battery:
  • Light area: Round trip
  • Dark area: One-way trip
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Charging Tesla Model S 90D (2016)

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%
31 h 40 min (~6 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%
23 h 45 min (~7 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%
11 h 53 min (~15 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%
07 h 55 min (~22 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%
04 h 57 min (~36 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%
04 h 57 min (~36 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 12 min (~146 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 38 min (~275 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 32 min (~330 mph)
Tesla cars need an adapter to charge at CCS DC stations Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (120 kW)

CCS DC 200 kW

Socket output
Socket output
200 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 32 min (~330 mph)
Tesla cars need an adapter to charge at CCS DC stations Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (120 kW)

CCS DC 250 kW

Socket output
Socket output
250 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 32 min (~330 mph)
Tesla cars need an adapter to charge at CCS DC stations Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (120 kW)

CCS DC 350 kW

Socket output
Socket output
350 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 32 min (~330 mph)
Tesla cars need an adapter to charge at CCS DC stations Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (120 kW)

Supercharger V2 Split (75 kW)

Socket output
Socket output
75 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 48 min (~219 mph)

Supercharger V2 (150 kW)

Socket output
Socket output
150 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 32 min (~330 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (120 kW)

Supercharger V3 (250 kW)

Socket output
Socket output
250 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 32 min (~330 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (120 kW)
Last Updated:
March 10, 2024
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About Tesla Model S 90D (2016)

The Tesla Model S 90D (2016) is an all-electric all-wheel drive liftback. It came out in 2016 replacing the older Tesla Model S 85D. Tesla stopped making the 90D (2016) in 2017 and replaced it with the Tesla Model S 100D. You can still find Tesla Model S 90D (2016) on the used car market, with prices starting around $20,991.

The Tesla Model S 90D (2016) has a 90 kWh battery pack, allowing it to travel up to 277 mi on a single charge. The car has an average efficiency of 30.9 kWh per 100 miles (or 309 Wh/mile) — ranked №144 out of 566 electric vehicles.

Frequently Asked Questions

How fast is Tesla Model S 90D (2016)

The Tesla Model S 90D (2016) can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 4.2 seconds (ranked №107 out of 572 electric vehicles) and reach a top speed of 155 mph.

The car’s powertrain delivers up to 311 kW (417 hp) of power and 487 lb-ft of torque.

Real-world range of Tesla Model S 90D (2016)

The real-world range of the Tesla Model S 90D (2016) is 249–305 miles (ranked №146 out of 572 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 90D (2016) charge port type?

In the USA Tesla Model S 90D (2016) has a Tesla charge port.

  • You can charge it at home using a standard domestic socket or plug into any public AC charging station using the right cable. Keep in mind that the car's on-board charger (inverter) limits the maximum AC charging rate to 11.5 kW, which translates to approximately 34 miles of range added per hour of charging.
  • For quicker charging, consider using a compatible DC fast-charging station. The car boasts a maximum charging rate of 120 kW, but remember that battery temperature and charge level can influence the actual speed you'll experience.

Estimate charging time, rate and cost using our Charging calculator.

Tesla Model S 90D (2016) dimensions and weight?

Here are the dimensions and weight for the Tesla Model S 90D (2016):

  • Length: 195.7 in
  • Width: 86.2 in (including side mirrors) or 77.3 in (excluding side mirrors)
  • Height: 56.9 in
  • Wheelbase: 116.5 in (distance between the center of the front and rear wheels)
  • Curb weight: 4736 lbs (weight of the empty car, no people or cargo)
Tesla Model S 90D (2016) cargo capacity?

Here's a breakdown of the Tesla Model S 90D (2016) cargo space:

  • Trunk capacity: With the rear seats up, you get 26.3 cubic feet of cargo space in the back (ranked №68 out of 572 electric vehicles).
  • Max cargo capacity: Fold down the rear seats, and you open up 58.1 cubic feet of total cargo space (ranked №144 out of 572 electric vehicles).
  • Frunk capacity: The front trunk is called a "frunk", and it offers an additional 2.1 cubic feet for storing small items.
Tesla Model S 90D (2016) towing capacity?
The car isn’t officially rated for towing.

Ratings

4.2

Design

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Performance

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Safety Ratings

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