Tesla Model S 100D vs Model S Plaid
Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in metric units (km, kg). To see imperial units (mi, lb), switch website version to USA
General Info
The Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €109990. The Tesla Model S 100D (2017-2019) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €23000 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Liftback.
| Property | Tesla Model S 100D | Tesla Model S Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2017-2019 | 2021-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Netherlands, USA | USA |
| Body Style | Liftback | Liftback |
| Available in the USA | Yes | Yes |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €109990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €23000 | €83500 |
| GCC Score | 7.6 | 8 |
Range and Efficiency
Although both cars have the same battery capacity, Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) achieves a longer real-world range due to its superior energy efficiency.
| Property | Tesla Model S 100D | Tesla Model S Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 539 km | 578 km |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 600 km |
| Range (GCC) | 493 km | 530 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 100 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 95 kWh | 95 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 19.3 kWh/100 km | 17.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.19 km/kWh | 5.58 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.8 | 8.6 |
Charging
| Property | Tesla Model S 100D | Tesla Model S Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 16.5 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 145 kW | 250 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | Tesla Type 2 (Mennekes) | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) |
| Charging Score | 7.3 | 7.6 |
Performance
| Property | Tesla Model S 100D | Tesla Model S Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | 2 motors: PMSM (front), IM (rear) | 3 motors: PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 451 kW | 760 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 605 hp | 1019 hp |
| Motor Torque | 931 Nm | 1420 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.3 s | 2.1 s |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 322 km/h |
| Performance Score | 8.3 | 9.5 |
Dimensions
| Property | Tesla Model S 100D | Tesla Model S Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4970 mm | 5021 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2189 mm | 2189 mm |
| Height | 1445 mm | 1431 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2960 mm | 2960 mm |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | Tesla Model S 100D | Tesla Model S Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5, 7 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2215 kg | 2167 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 745 l | 709 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1645 l | 1739 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 60 l | 89 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 1600 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.6 | 6.1 |
