Used 2021 Tesla Model S Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2021 Model S, so we've included reviews for other years of the Model S since its last redesign.
Terrible car for the money, I am so disappointed!!
Phil, 10/05/2021
2021 Tesla Model S Long Range 4dr Sedan AWD w/Prod. End 11/21 (electric DD)
22 of 34 people found this review helpful
The back privacy cover is missing, licence plate holder was also missing, even the front camera is missing or doesn't work straight from the factory new off the line. With no front camera many safety devices are not working including cruise control? I am so disappointed with the horrible steering wheel with all the controls coming on and off as you turn a corner as your hand or fingers hit them accidentally . The steering wheel and controls are dangerous almost causing accidents on every trip. Can we get our money back? I had a Jaguar Ipace First edition it was amazing with 10 times the class compared to this vehicle. I called service 3 times now there is no service with Tesla? The wait is weeks and they are a mobile service. This experience and lack of service is unbelievable to me. I have ordered the Cybertruck and will now pull out of this deal if this is the product Tesla puts out. So disappointed.
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Electric short - 1 star
Dan Schaffrin, 07/19/2020
2020 Tesla Model S Performance 4dr Sedan AWD (electric DD)
56 of 93 people found this review helpful
We tested a Tesla model S performance vehicle after we had our Alfa Romeo Stelvio for a year. The Tesla was quicker than our Alfa, and that's all I can say about it. However being a drag racer back in the 70's, I will say that performance would scare the life out of any daily driver. My wife is 5 ft tall, and the seat would not raise high enough for her to test drive it. Very disappointing. It was 91 degrees outside and the a/c never did perform adequately. All we can positively say about the Tesla is it was quiet. The dash is so lack luster, and the 100% information flat screen is too much to deal with when driving the vehicle. We had a hard time trying to find anything we were looking for even sitting in the parked car. Also the passenger door had to be slammed to get it to shut. Tesla does not have any quality control.Reading the complaints online, this has been a problem from the start. Tesla has not addressed, or corrected the fit and finish problems. The ride is hard and noisy when the road is anything but smooth. Tesla guarantees a buyer can return the vehicle within 7 days for a full refund. But they don't tell you that the refund of your money may take months. All people need to do is look at all the complaints online. That is a terrible way to run a business!
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battery issues
Phil, 12/20/2022
2021 Tesla Model S Long Range 4dr Sedan AWD w/Prod. End 11/21 (electric DD)
6 of 9 people found this review helpful
I currently own a 2021 Model S. Web site shows this model get 402 Miles per charge, however, since you can only charge to 90% that knocks off 40 miles and you can't go below 20%, so do the math. I charge at home using a Tesla charger and my maximum charge has decreased steadily since I purchased the car in Sept, 2021. Max charge at 90% started off at approximately 340 miles per 90% charge. A year later I am down to 299 Miles per 90% charge and it decreases on each charge. Try getting in contact with ANYONE at Tesla to ask simple questions. Virtually IMPOSSIBLE. The Tesla support model is the worst I ever experienced, especially for a car that is so expensive. I've trying calling their so-call support line only to get instructed to book an appointment via the app. I did finally get their automated system to direct me to a representative only yo be on hold over 45 minutes. Very frustrating
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On our 3rd model S
T. Donavan, 11/20/2020
2020 Tesla Model S Long Range 4dr Sedan AWD w/Prod. End 05/20 (electric DD)
17 of 29 people found this review helpful
We have owned 3 Models S's since 2013 and plan on getting another when they finally refresh the exterior. We have driven the cars on long road trips many times and have put combined over 100k miles without any problems. It is so fast, fun to drive, and has huge interior space. Fits more gear than our Cayenne. It costs about 10$ to go 300miles, and is one of the safest cars you can drive. It could use a better interior but other than that it is the best car ever made. Ignore the 1 star reviews from these morons who have no idea what they are talking about.
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Phenomenal performance, best technology
Mike D, 07/07/2021
2021 Tesla Model S Plaid 4dr Sedan AWD (electric DD)
15 of 26 people found this review helpful
The Model S Plaid is the best car on the planet. It’s faster than all hyper-cars, safer than the vast majority of cars and has the best technology out there. Where it could improve is it fit & finish.
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