Tesla Model S Dual Motor 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
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Tesla Model S Dual Motor (2021-…) has a starting price of €94990, compared to the Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…), which starts at €109990.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Liftback.
| Property | Tesla Model S Dual Motor | Tesla Model S Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-… | 2021-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | USA |
| Body Style | Liftback | Liftback |
| Available in the USA | Yes | Yes |
| Price Europe (New) | €94990 | €109990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €81500 | €83500 |
| GCC Score | 8.1 | 8 |
Range and Efficiency
Although both cars have the same battery capacity, Tesla Model S Dual Motor (2021-…) achieves a longer real-world range due to its superior energy efficiency.
| Property | Tesla Model S Dual Motor | Tesla Model S Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 647 km | 578 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 649 km | 600 km |
| Range (GCC) | 579 km | 530 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 100 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 95 kWh | 95 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.4 kWh/100 km | 17.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.09 km/kWh | 5.58 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 9.4 | 8.6 |
Charging
| Property | Tesla Model S Dual Motor | Tesla Model S Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 250 kW | 250 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) |
| Charging Score | 7.6 | 7.6 |
Performance
| Property | Tesla Model S Dual Motor | Tesla Model S Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | 2 motors: PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | 3 motors: PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 504 kW | 760 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 676 hp | 1019 hp |
| Motor Torque | - Motor Torque | 1420 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.2 s | 2.1 s |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 322 km/h |
| Performance Score | 8.8 | 9.5 |
Dimensions
| Property | Tesla Model S Dual Motor | Tesla Model S Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5021 mm | 5021 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2189 mm | 2189 mm |
| Height | 1431 mm | 1431 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2960 mm | 2960 mm |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | Tesla Model S Dual Motor | Tesla Model S Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2068 kg | 2167 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 709 l | 709 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1739 l | 1739 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 89 l | 89 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | 1600 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.1 | 6.1 |
