2017 Tesla Model S

  • $68,000 MSRP From
  • 100.1 mpge AVG, Comb.
  • 2.5 sec. 0-60 MPH
  • 210 - 335 miles Electric Range
  • Tesla Model S is a five-seat Fully Electric midsize vehicle in the Electric Luxury Sedan category. For the 2017 model year, there are seven trim-lines to choose from, all with the same engine. The 2017 Model S reaches 60 mph from zero in just 2.5 seconds. The Model S is capable of traveling 210 to 335 miles relying solely on electric power. It takes ten to twelve hours for the vehicle to charge its batteries with standard charger. Based on the estimated annual electricity spending of $650 to $750, in five years you will save $7,250 in fuel expenses, compared to that of an average vehicle.

Exterior

Exterior Dimensions

  • Width: 86.2 in
  • Width W/O Mirrors: 77.3 in
  • Length: 196.0 in
  • Height: 56.5 in
  • Wheelbase: 116.5 in

2017 Model S has a relatively short wheelbase ( 116.5 in) and a wider body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively lighter with curb weight of 4647 lbs.

Interior

2017 Model S - First Row

First Row Dimensions

Leg Room: 42.7 inHip Room: 55.0 inHead Room: 38.8 inShoulder Room: 57.7 in
2017 Model S - Second Row

Second Row Dimensions

Leg Room: 35.4 inHip Room: 54.7 inHead Room: 35.3 inShoulder Room: 55.0 in
2017 Model S - Cargo Area

Trunk Volume

31.6 ft3

2017 Model S seats five adults. It has class-leading first-row passenger room on only one measurement - legs - and larger than average room for first-row passengers on hips. When it comes to second-row passenger room, Model S falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room. Trunk volume is the largest among its peers with 31.6 cu. ft.

Full Specifications

Trim

2017 Model S 60

2017 Model S 75

2017 Model S 60D

2017 Model S 75D

2017 Model S 90D

2017 Model S 100D

2017 Model S P100D

Starging MSRP$68,000$69,500$73,000$74,500$87,500$92,500$134,500
EngineElectric MotorElectric MotorElectric MotorElectric MotorElectric MotorElectric MotorElectric Motor
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DrivetrainRear Wheel DriveRear Wheel DriveAll Wheel DriveAll Wheel DriveAll Wheel DriveAll Wheel DriveAll Wheel Drive
0-60 mph5.5 sec5.5 sec5.2 sec5.2 sec4.2 sec4.2 sec2.5 sec
Electric City Range207.5 - 259.4 ml.246.1 - 259.4 ml.221.1 - 259.4 ml.255.0 - 259.4 ml.259.4 - 286.8 ml.259.4 - 333.1 ml.259.4 - 305.9 ml.
Electric Highway Range214.8 - 282.9 ml.252.7 - 282.9 ml.226.9 - 282.9 ml.264.6 - 282.9 ml.282.9 - 302.7 ml.282.9 - 337.2 ml.282.9 - 346.9 ml.
Electric Combined Range210 - 270 ml.249 - 270 ml.218 - 270 ml.259 - 270 ml.270 - 294 ml.270 - 335 ml.270 - 315 ml.
City92 - 98 MPGe92 - 97 MPGe92 - 101 MPGe92 - 102 MPGe92 - 102 MPGe92 - 101 MPGe92 MPGe
Highway100 - 101 MPGe100 MPGe100 - 107 MPGe100 - 105 MPGe100 - 107 MPGe100 - 102 MPGe100 - 105 MPGe
Combined95 - 99 MPGe95 - 98 MPGe95 - 104 MPGe95 - 103 MPGe95 - 104 MPGe95 - 102 MPGe95 - 98 MPGe
Annual Fuel Cost$700 - $750$700 - $750$650 - $750$700 - $750$650 - $750$700 - $750$750

2017 Model S Sedan comes in seven trim levels, with an average price that is $2,117 more compared to its rivals.

Safety

  • Complaints: 345
  • Recalls: 6

Customers have filed three hundred and forty-five complaints, which is more than the average for its rivals. There are also six recalls issued by Tesla, which by itself is a relatively high number.

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Last updated on Nov 14, 2024 - 09:00:23 ET
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