Tesla Model S Plaid 2021 - Compare Electric Car 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

600 km 59 out of 310 578 km 26 out of 160 530 km 45 out of 334

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

17.9 kWh/100 km 51 out of 152 5.58 km/kWh 151 out of 319

Charging

Max AC Charging: 11 kW 11 out of 25

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

CCS Type 2 (Tesla)

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 1420 Nm 10 out of 189

0-100 km/h Acceleration time from a standstill: 2.1 s 3 out of 118

Top Speed The fastest the car can go (max speed): 322 km/h 7 out of 65

0.00 s

000 km/h

Dimensions

Length Car's body length (front to back bumper): 5021 mm 36 out of 242

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

w/o Mirrors

2189 mm 27 out of 129 1987 mm 20 out of 135

Height Car's body height (from ground to highest point): 1431 mm 200 out of 226

Wheelbase Distance between centers of front and rear wheels (affects ride and handling): 2960 mm 48 out of 164

Cargo and Towing

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

Curb Weight Car's weight without passengers or cargo: 2167 kg 187 out of 425

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

Max

Frunk

709 l 37 out of 192 1739 l 41 out of 185 89 l 17 out of 52

Towing Capacity Maximum weight the car can tow safely with a trailer that has its own brakes: 1600 kg 25 out of 45

Last Updated:

January 01, 1970

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

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Charging Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…)

Slow (AC)

Fast (DC)

Home and Office (AC) Charging

00 h 18 min

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:

January 01, 1970

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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. Brand new, the car starts around €109,990.

The Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) has a 100 kWh battery pack, allowing it to travel up to 530 km on a single charge. The car has an average efficiency of 17.9 kWh per 100 km (or 5.58 km per kWh) — 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 100 km/h acceleration in 2.1 seconds (placing it at №3 out of 118 ranked positions, among 824 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions) and attains a maximum speed of 322 km/h.

Its powertrain provides a power output of up to 760 kW (1019 hp) and a torque of 1420 Nm.

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 530 km, placing it at №45 among 334 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 Europe comes with a CCS Type 2 (Tesla) 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 kW, resulting in approximately 55 km 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.

Use our EV Charging Calculator to estimate charging time, rate, and cost.

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: 5021 mm
Width: 2189 mm (including side mirrors) or 1987 mm (excluding side mirrors)
Height: 1431 mm
Wheelbase: 2960 mm (distance between the center of the front and rear wheels)
Curb weight: 2167 kg (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 709 litres of space when the rear seats are upright (№37 out of 192 ranked positions, among 824 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions).

Folding these seats down unlocks a maximum cargo capacity of 1739 litres (№41 out of 185 ranked positions, among 824 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions).

In addition, the car has a frunk, a front compartment with 89 litres dedicated to smaller items.

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

The Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) is officially rated to tow 1600 kg. This applies to trailers equipped with brakes.