2021 · Large Car · Electric
2021 Tesla Model S range & efficiency
The 2021 Tesla Model S is a large car offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. Its most efficient version is rated 120 MPGe combined (28.2 kWh per 100 miles) with an EPA range of 405 miles. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 96 to 120 MPGe. That's up 3 MPGe from the 2020 model. Among 27 large cars rated for 2021, it ranks 1st for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity, it costs about $761 a year to fuel.
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Energy use
The 2021 Tesla Model S uses 28.2 kWh per 100 miles (17.5 kWh/100 km), which is 3.5 miles per kWh or 120 MPGe combined.
| Value | |
|---|---|
| Combined | 120 MPGe |
| Energy use | 28.2 kWh/100 mi |
| Metric | 17.5 kWh/100 km |
| Miles per kWh | 3.55 |
How it ranks among 2021 Large Cars
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Model S MPGe across model years
Full history →4 EPA-rated configurations
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWD · Electric motors (365 kW) · Single-speed Model S Long Range |
Electric | 124 MPGe | 115 MPGe | 120 MPGe | 405 mi | $761 |
| AWD · Electric motors (425 kW) · Single-speed Model S Performance (19in Wheels) |
Electric | 114 MPGe | 106 MPGe | 110 MPGe | 387 mi | $826 |
| AWD · Electric motors (500 kW) · Single-speed Model S Plaid (21inch wheels) |
Electric | 102 MPGe | 99 MPGe | 101 MPGe | 348 mi | $902 |
| AWD · Electric motors (425 kW) · Single-speed Model S Performance (21in Wheels) |
Electric | 98 MPGe | 93 MPGe | 96 MPGe | 334 mi | $950 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Electricity
- Engine / motor
- Electric motors (365 kW)
- Transmission
- Single-speed
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Electricity use
- 28.2 kWh/100 mi
- Charge time (240V)
- 15 hrs
- Passenger volume
- 94 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 26 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 0 g/mi
- EPA fuel economy score
- 10/10
- EPA greenhouse gas score
- 10/10
2021 Tesla Model S vs. rivals
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Frequently asked questions
What is the range of the 2021 Tesla Model S?
The EPA rates the 2021 Tesla Model S at up to 405 miles on a full charge.
How efficient is the 2021 Tesla Model S?
Up to 120 MPGe combined, which is 28.2 kWh per 100 miles.
What is the efficiency in kWh/100 km for the 2021 Tesla Model S?
The 2021 Tesla Model S uses 28.2 kWh per 100 miles (17.5 kWh/100 km), which is 3.5 miles per kWh or 120 MPGe combined.
How much does it cost to charge a 2021 Tesla Model S?
Charging from empty to its full 405-mile EPA range draws about 114 kWh from the wall (charging losses included), which costs about $21 at 18¢/kWh. Public DC fast charging usually costs two to three times more.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2021 Tesla Model S per year?
About $761 at 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity, or $5.08 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.