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2025 Tesla Model S Sedan Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2025 Tesla Model S is a five-passenger electric luxury sedan available in two trims: Model S and Plaid. Here's what the Model S comes with, but be aware that Tesla updates the Model S on an ongoing basis rather than by model year, so additional changes could occur throughout 2025.

Model S
Standard features include:

  • EPA-estimated 410 miles of EV range
  • Touted 0-60 mph acceleration of 3.1 seconds
  • Dual electric motors produce 670 horsepower combined
  • 19-inch wheels
  • All-wheel drive
  • Adaptive air suspension
  • Tinted glass roof
  • Hands-free power liftgate
  • Tri-zone automatic climate control
  • Heated front- and second-row seats
  • Ventilated front seats
  • 22-speaker sound system
  • Heated, power-adjustable steering wheel or steering yoke
  • 17-inch touchscreen infotainment system with navigation system
  • 8-inch rear-seat entertainment display
  • Wireless smartphone charging pads in the front and rear
  • Wi-Fi hotspot

Every Model S also comes with a suite of safety systems that Tesla calls Autopilot. It includes:

  • Blind-spot warning (alerts you if a vehicle in the next lane over is in your blind spot)
  • Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane)
  • Lane keeping system (makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane)
  • Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Tesla and the car in front)
  • Forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)

Plaid
Tesla's top trim level, the Plaid gets maximum performance via an upgraded battery system and an additional motor. Otherwise it has the same features as the base model. Total output stands at 1,020 horsepower.

Edmunds' testing shows the Plaid can sprint from zero to 60 mph in just 2.3 seconds, while the EPA says it can provide up to 348 miles of range on a full charge and when equipped with the car's 19-inch wheels. Going with the 21-inch wheels drops that estimate to 312 miles. We've put this latter Model S Plaid through our real-world Edmunds EV Range Test, and it made it 345 miles.

Tesla's so-called Full Self-Driving Capability option is available on the Model S. It upgrades Autopilot with navigation-following and automatic lane changes, a semi-automated parking system and Dumb Summon, which will drive the vehicle to your chosen location. Tesla promises this feature will support fully automated driving, but so far the implementation date of this functionality is uncertain.

Which Model S trim does Edmunds recommend?

While you could step up to the insanely powerful Plaid model, most people don't need one of the quickest production cars in the world. That's why we suggest the standard Model S; it still provides rocket-like acceleration and all-wheel drive, and it delivers a longer range than the Plaid. With the money you save on the regular model, you can upgrade the exterior and interior color, get a home charger, and add the Full Self-Driving Capability package.

Compare trims side-by-side

Comparing average pricing near
Goodyear, AZ
Vehicle
Model S Base
Model S Plaid
Vehicle
Base
electric DD
Starting MSRP
$79,990
Avg Price Paid
$79,990
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Plaid
electric DD
Starting MSRP
$94,990
Avg Price Paid
$94,990
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Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
Navigation
standard
standard
Satellite radio
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
standard
standard
Parking assistance
standard
standard
Upholstery
leatherette
leatherette
Heated seats
standard
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
standard
standard
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
Sunroof
standard
standard
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Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
all wheel drive
all wheel drive
Engine power
Not available
1,020 hp
Engine torque
Not available
Not available
Engine displacement
Not available
Not available
Engine configuration
Electric
Electric
Transmission
1-speed direct drive
1-speed direct drive
Tire size
255/45R19 (FRONT) 285/40R19 (REAR)
255/45R19 (FRONT) 285/40R19 (REAR)
Wheel size
19 X 9.5-in (Front) 19 X 10.5-in (Rear)
19 X 9.5-in (Front) 19 X 10.5-in (Rear)
Wheel type
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
Not applicable
Not applicable
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
N/A / N/A / N/A MPGe
108 / 99 / 104 MPGe
Fuel Capacity
Not applicable
Not applicable
Driving Range (city/hwy)
See EPA Electricity Range
See EPA Electricity Range
Fuel Type
electric
electric
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Battery

Battery

EPA Electricity Range
N/A
348 mi.
EPA KWh / 100 mi.
N/A
32
Time To Charge Battery (At 240V)
N/A
14.0 hr.
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
40.3 ft.
40.3 ft.
Curb weight
Ground Clearance
5.0 in.
5.0 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
86.2 in.
86.2 in.
Overall Width without Mirrors
78.2 in.
78.2 in.
Height
56.3 in.
56.3 in.
Length
197.7 in.
197.7 in.
Wheelbase
116.5 in.
116.5 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
28.2 cu. ft.
28.2 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
39.7 in.
39.7 in.
Front Leg Room
42.4 in.
42.4 in.
Front Shoulder Room
58.4 in.
58.4 in.
Rear Head Room
38.1 in.
38.1 in.
Rear Leg Room
35.5 in.
35.5 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
55.1 in.
55.1 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
Not Available
$116,896
Average Cost Per Mile
Not Available
$1.56
Depreciation
Not Available
$65,693
Financing
Not Available
$20,533
Taxes & Fees
Not Available
$13,346
Fuel
Not Available
$3,868
Insurance
Not Available
$8,124
Maintenance
Not Available
$3,006
Repairs
Not Available
$2,326
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Colors

Colors

Interior
Black and White, leatherette
Cream, leatherette
All Black, leatherette
Black and White, leatherette
Cream, leatherette
All Black, leatherette
Exterior
Stealth Grey
Ultra Red
Solid Black
Pearl White Multi-Coat
Deep Blue Metallic
Lunar Silver
Stealth Grey
Ultra Red
Solid Black
Pearl White Multi-Coat
Deep Blue Metallic
Lunar Silver