Tesla Model S Plaid 2021 - Compare Electric Car USA Specs

Technical Specifications of Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…)

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General Info

Years of Production When the car first came out and when they stopped making it: 2021-… (Produced)

Available in the USA: Yes

Country of Manufacture Country where final assembly of the car took place

USA

Body Style Vehicle category based on its shape and layout: Liftback

Range and Efficiency

Range Range on a full charge: EPA (USA), WLTP (EU), NEDC (EU old), GCC (Green Cars Compare): WLTP

EPA

GCC

373 mi 49 out of 241 359 mi 26 out of 160 329 mi 41 out of 251

Battery Capacity Nominal (total energy storage), Usable (accessible portion): Nominal

Usable

100 kWh 32 out of 160 95 kWh 31 out of 182

Efficiency Higher efficiency means lower energy consumption: Energy/Range

Range/Energy

28.9 kWh/100 mi 78 out of 209 3.46 mi/kWh 111 out of 237

Charging

Max AC Charging: 11.5 kW 8 out of 24

Max DC Charging: 250 kW 14 out of 84

Architecture Higher voltage allows to charge faster and use less wiring: 400 V

Charge Port The port type impacts charging speed and station compatibility

Tesla (NACS)

Performance

Drive Type Motor types: PMSM (Permanent Magnet Synchronous), IM (AC Induction), EESM (Externally Excited Synchronous): AWD 3 motors: PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear)

Motor Peak power and torque of the car's electric motor(s): Power

Torque

760 kW (1019 hp) 8 out of 186 1047 lb-ft 10 out of 184

0-60 mph Acceleration time from a standstill: 2 s 3 out of 116

Top Speed The fastest the car can go (max speed): 200 mph 7 out of 68

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Dimensions

Length Car's body length (front to back bumper): 197.7 in 33 out of 213

Width Car's body width including or excluding side mirrors: with Mirrors

w/o Mirrors

86.2 in 26 out of 105 78.2 in 16 out of 97

Height Car's body height (from ground to highest point): 56.3 in 134 out of 153

Wheelbase Distance between centers of front and rear wheels (affects ride and handling): 116.5 in 44 out of 134

Cargo and Towing

Number of Seats Total passenger capacity of the car (including driver): 5

Curb Weight Car's weight without passengers or cargo: 4776 lb 215 out of 491

Cargo Volume Cargo capacity: Trunk (rear seats up), Max (rear seats folded), Frunk (front hood): Trunk

Max

Frunk

25 ft3 42 out of 155 61.4 ft3 43 out of 173 3.1 ft3 18 out of 41

Towing Capacity Maximum weight the car can tow safely with a trailer that has its own brakes: No Data

Last Updated:

March 28, 2024

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How Far Can You Go in Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…)

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Light green area: Round-trip
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Charging Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…)

Slow (AC)

Fast (DC)

Home and Office (AC) Charging

Fast (DC) Charging

CCS DC 50 kW

Tesla needs an adapter to charge at CCS DC stations

CCS DC 100 kW

Tesla needs an adapter to charge at CCS DC stations

CCS DC 150 kW

Tesla needs an adapter to charge at CCS DC stations

CCS DC 200 kW

Tesla needs an adapter to charge at CCS DC stations

CCS DC 250 kW

Tesla needs an adapter to charge at CCS DC stations

CCS DC 350 kW

Tesla needs an adapter to charge at CCS DC stations The car’s DC charging capability is limited to 250 kW

Supercharger V2 Split 75 kW

Supercharger V2 150 kW

Supercharger V3 250 kW

Last Updated:

March 28, 2024

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About Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…)

The Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) is an all-electric all-wheel drive liftback. It came out in 2021 replacing the older Tesla Model S Performance (2020-2021). Brand new, the car starts around $89,990.

The Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) has a 100 kWh battery pack, allowing it to travel up to 329 mi on a single charge — ranked №64 out of 824 electric vehicles.

How powerful is it? How fast does it accelerate?

The Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) achieves a 0 to 60 mph acceleration in 2 seconds (placing it at №3 out of 116 ranked positions, among 824 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions) and attains a maximum speed of 200 mph.

Its powertrain provides a power output of up to 760 kW (1019 hp) and a torque of 1047 lb-ft.

How far can it go on single charge? What is the real-world range?

Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) achieves a real-world range of 329 miles, placing it at №41 among 251 ranked positions. However, this range is subject to several influences:

Speed: Traveling at higher speeds reduces battery life.
Temperature: Extreme cold or hot weather can affect range.
Terrain: Hilly or mountainous landscapes decrease range.
Driving habits: Aggressive driving with frequent acceleration and braking consumes more energy.
Feature usage: Climate control and media systems also influence range.

It's important to acknowledge that these are estimations, and your actual driving range may differ. Consider these factors when planning your trip and be ready for potential charging stops.

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What charging options are available? How long does it take to charge it?

The Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) in the USA comes with a Tesla (NACS) charging port. It can be charged at home using a standard domestic socket or at any public AC charging station with the compatible cable. It's important to note that the car's on-board charger (inverter) limits the maximum AC charging rate to 11.5 kW, resulting in approximately 36 miles of range added per hour of charging.

For significantly faster charging, public DC fast-charging stations are available. Although the car can achieve a maximum DC charging rate of 250 kW, factors such as battery temperature and charge level may affect the actual charging speed.

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How big is it? What are the dimensions (length, width, height)?

The size and weight specifications for Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) are as follows:

Length: 197.7 in
Width: 86.2 in (including side mirrors) or 78.2 in (excluding side mirrors)
Height: 56.3 in
Wheelbase: 116.5 in (distance between the center of the front and rear wheels)
Curb weight: 4776 lbs (weight of the empty car, no people or cargo)

How much cargo space does it offer? Does it have a front trunk?

The rear cargo area of the Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) provides 25 cubic feet of space when the rear seats are upright (№42 out of 155 ranked positions, among 824 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions).

Folding these seats down unlocks a maximum cargo capacity of 61.4 cubic feet (№43 out of 173 ranked positions, among 824 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions).

In addition, the car has a frunk, a front compartment with 3.1 cubic feet dedicated to smaller items.

Is it suitable for towing? What is the maximum towing capacity?

The car isn’t officially rated for towing.