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Used 2018 Tesla Model S Sedan Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2018 Tesla Model S is a five- to seven-passenger luxury sedan available in three variants: 75D, 100D and P100D. The digits refer to the kilowatt-hour capacity of its battery, which directly impacts range. The D denotes the dual-motor, all-wheel-drive models, which is standard for 2018. Effectively, there's a single, feature-loaded Model S that buyers can then upgrade with several option packages and increased battery performance.

Be aware that Tesla updates the Model S on an ongoing basis rather than by model year, so what follows might not necessarily reflect the most current offering.

The Model S 75D is EPA-rated for 259 miles of range. It comes standard with 19-inch wheels, all-season tires, an adaptive air suspension, LED headlights, access to Tesla's Supercharger network, a power liftgate, dual-zone automatic climate control, a 17-inch touchscreen, a navigation system, a rearview camera, keyless entry, parking sensors, power-folding and heated side mirrors, automatic wipers, blind-spot warning, automatic emergency braking and lane departure warning.

Inside, you'll find cloth and premium vinyl upholstery, power-adjustable front seats with heating, 60/40-split folding rear seats, a power tilt-and-telescoping steering column, Bluetooth connectivity, and a seven-speaker sound system with dual USB ports (media and charging) and HD radio. A cellular connection, internet radio and Wi-Fi connectivity are also included, as are a universal mobile connector for charging (with 110-volt, 240-volt and J1772 adapters).

The Premium Upgrades package includes adaptive LED headlights, an enhanced cabin air filtration system, leather interior surfaces (when leather seats are selected), LED ambient interior lighting, lighted door handles and LED cornering lights, a premium 12-speaker sound system with satellite radio (when paired with the sunroof), a full row of heated rear seats, a heated steering wheel, wiper blade defrosters and washer nozzle heaters.

Enhanced Autopilot comes with three extra cameras and upgraded sensors, and it allows for limited hands-free driving of the Model S. This includes automatically changing lanes by selecting the turn signal indicator, semiautonomous steering, a parking-spot detection system, and hands-free parallel parking and summoning functions. You can also get a further upgrade to the Full Self-Driving Capability package that Tesla says will eventually support full autonomous driving.

The 100D uses a larger 100-kWh battery pack for the most available range at 335 miles, quicker acceleration, and a higher top speed of 155 mph.

The top-of-the-line P100D uses the same battery pack and a second electric motor on the rear wheels, yielding an EPA-estimated 315 miles of range and an astonishing 0-60 mph time of just 2.5 seconds. The P100D also comes with all the features in the Premium Upgrades package and the option of a carbon-fiber spoiler.

All variants can be outfitted with optional fold-flat, rear-facing jump seats, suitable for small children, which increases total passenger capacity to seven.

Which Model S trim does Edmunds recommend?

The right Model S for you depends on your travel needs or wants. If you commute to an office 20 miles away, you could cover a full week of round trips and then some on a full battery in a Model S 75D. The 75D would be our pick for its lower cost of entry and impressive performance. For those who want maximum range, moving to the 100D gives you an extra 76 miles, for a total of 335 miles, but commands a pretty significant jump in price. As for options, the Enhanced Autopilot is a good idea. And for those particularly bullish on tech and autonomous driving, the Full Self-Driving Capability option, though not currently in operation, is probably a worthy add-on.

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Model S 75D
Model S 100D
Model S P100D
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Features

Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
standard
Navigation
standard
standard
standard
Satellite radio
Not available
Not available
Not available
Keyless Ignition
standard
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
optional
optional
optional
Parking assistance
standard
standard
standard
Upholstery
leather/cloth
leather/cloth
leather/cloth
Heated seats
standard
standard
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not available
Not available
Not available
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
standard
Sunroof
standard
standard
standard
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Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
all wheel drive
all wheel drive
all wheel drive
Engine power
Not available
Not available
Not available
Engine torque
Not available
Not available
Not available
Engine displacement
Not available
Not available
Not available
Engine configuration
Electric
Electric
Electric
Transmission
1-speed direct drive
1-speed direct drive
1-speed direct drive
Tire size
245/45R19
245/45R19
245/45R19
Wheel size
Wheel type
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
102 / 105 / 103 MPGe
101 / 102 / 102 MPGe
92 / 105 / 98 MPGe
Fuel Capacity
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Driving Range (city/hwy)
See EPA Electricity Range
See EPA Electricity Range
See EPA Electricity Range
Fuel Type
electric
electric
electric
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Battery

Battery

Battery

EPA Electricity Range
259 mi.
335 mi.
315 mi.
EPA KWh / 100 mi.
33
33
35
Time To Charge Battery (At 240V)
12 hr.
12 hr.
12 hr.
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
N/A
N/A
N/A
Curb weight
4,647 lb.
Ground Clearance
4.6 in.
4.6 in.
4.6 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
86.2 in.
86.2 in.
86.2 in.
Overall Width without Mirrors
77.3 in.
77.3 in.
77.3 in.
Height
56.5 in.
56.5 in.
56.5 in.
Length
196.0 in.
196.0 in.
196.0 in.
Wheelbase
116.5 in.
116.5 in.
116.5 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
31.6 cu. ft.
31.6 cu. ft.
31.6 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
38.8 in.
38.8 in.
38.8 in.
Front Leg Room
42.7 in.
42.7 in.
42.7 in.
Front Shoulder Room
57.7 in.
57.7 in.
57.7 in.
Rear Head Room
35.3 in.
35.3 in.
35.3 in.
Rear Leg Room
35.4 in.
35.4 in.
35.4 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
55.0 in.
55.0 in.
55.0 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
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Average Cost Per Mile
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Depreciation
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Financing
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Taxes & Fees
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Fuel
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Insurance
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Maintenance
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Repairs
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Colors

Colors

Colors

Interior
Black Textile, cloth
Black Premium, leather
White Premium, leather
Cream Premium, leather
Black Premium w/Light Headliner, leather
Black Textile, cloth
Black Premium, leather
White Premium, leather
Cream Premium, leather
Black Premium w/Light Headliner, leather
Black Textile, cloth
Black Premium, leather
White Premium, leather
Cream Premium, leather
Black Premium w/Light Headliner, leather
Exterior
Solid Black
Midnight Silver Metallic
Silver Metallic
Obsidian Black Metallic
Pearl White Multi-Coat
Red Multi-Coat
Deep Blue Metallic
Solid Black
Midnight Silver Metallic
Silver Metallic
Obsidian Black Metallic
Pearl White Multi-Coat
Red Multi-Coat
Deep Blue Metallic
Solid Black
Midnight Silver Metallic
Silver Metallic
Obsidian Black Metallic
Pearl White Multi-Coat
Red Multi-Coat
Deep Blue Metallic