Tesla Model S
Produced from 2012–2020, the Tesla Model S (2012–2020) is catalogued here with 2 powertrains. 2 electric, spanning 333 to 612 hp. The quickest version, the P100D Ludicrous, covers 0–100 km/h in 2.5 seconds. Externally it measures 4970 × 1964 × 1445 mm on a 2960 mm wheelbase. Full engine, transmission, performance, economy and weight data is compared trim-by-trim below, with EPA and NHTSA sources cited at the bottom of the page.
Generation Quick Facts: The Tesla Model S (2012–2020) was manufactured from 2012 – 2020 (2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 model years) as a liftback. Across 2 verified powertrains, power outputs range from 333 to 612 hp.
Power range
333–612 hp
Quickest 0–100
2.5 s
Max range
507 km
Length
4.97 m
01Decision support
Which Model S suits you?
Performance · quickest
P100D Ludicrous
0–100 km/h in 2.5s · 612 hp
Genuinely quick, with hot-hatch pace from a family body.
022 powertrains (2 electric)
Full specifications
| Specification | 75D AWDElectric | P100D LudicrousElectric |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Engine code | Dual motor | Dual motor |
| Fuel type | Electric | Electric |
| Displacement | — | — |
| Aspiration | Electric | Electric |
| Cylinders | Dual motor | Dual motor |
| Power & Performance | ||
| Power | 333 hp / 248 kW | 612 hp / 456 kW |
| Torque | 525 Nm / 387 lb-ft | 967 Nm / 713 lb-ft |
| 0–100 km/h | 4.2 s | 2.5 s |
| Top speed | 225 km/h (140 mph) | 250 km/h (155 mph) |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single-speed | Single-speed |
| Gears | — | — |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Economy & Emissions | ||
| City | — | — |
| Highway | — | — |
| Combined | — | — |
| Electric range | 416 km (259 mi) | 507 km (315 mi) |
| Battery | 75.0 kWh | 100.0 kWh |
| CO₂ emissions | — | — |
| Weight & Body | ||
| Curb weight | 2,108 kg (4,647 lbs) | 2,241 kg (4,941 lbs) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Model years | 2012–2020 | 2012–2020 |
0Exterior
Dimensions
Length
4,970 mm
195.7 in
Width
1,964 mm
77.3 in
Height
1,445 mm
56.9 in
Wheelbase
2,960 mm
116.5 in
Curb weight spans 2,108–2,241 kg depending on powertrain. Battery and AWD hardware add the most mass.
05Long-tail answers
Model S: questions answered
What engines and trims are available on the Tesla Model S (2012–2020)?
The Tesla Model S (2012–2020) lineup offers 2 electric: 75D AWD (333 hp), P100D Ludicrous (612 hp).
How quick is the Tesla Model S (2012–2020) from 0 to 100 km/h?
The fastest trim, the P100D Ludicrous, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.5s, reaching a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) with the P100D Ludicrous.
What model years are included in the Tesla Model S (2012–2020)?
The Tesla Model S (2012–2020) was produced from 2012 – 2020, spanning the following model years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020.
What are the exterior dimensions of the Tesla Model S (2012–2020)?
4970 mm long, 1964 mm wide, 1445 mm tall on a 2960 mm wheelbase (195.7 in overall length).
Sources for this page
- EPA fuel-economy records: Tesla Model SCertification data, 2012–2020
- NHTSA vehicle file: recalls, complaints and investigations2012 Tesla Model S, official safety record
- NHTSA vPIC vehicle databasePowers our VIN decoder, the federal manufacturer registry
- Tesla official: data sheets and archiveManufacturer-published specifications
Figures on this page are compiled from the sources above and cross-checked against manufacturer data sheets. US-market EPA cycle where noted; European WLTP values are measured differently and are not directly comparable.
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