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2023 Tesla Model S -Review, Pricing and Specifications

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Last updated: 2024/05/08 at 8:39 AM
EV-a2zs Published February 15, 2023 7 Min Read
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The first EV is getting old. The sedan-like hatchback 2023 Tesla Model S remains competitive despite newer rivals with more features and longer ranges. The Model S’s single-charge range is 405 miles. 

Contents
What’s New in 2023?Electric Vehicle Motor, Power, and EfficiencyBattery Capacity, Range, and ChargingReal-World MPGe and Fuel EconomyCargo, Interior, and ConvenienceConnectivity and infotainmentFeatures for Driver Assistance and SafetyWarranty and Maintenance Safety

The 1020-hp tri-motor Plaid model accelerates to 60 mph in 2.1 seconds, like a multimillion-dollar hypercar. 

The 2023 Model S is Tesla’s flagship, offering its latest software and AutoPilot, a controversial hands-free driving mode.

5 yrs ago Tesla’s web design team asked me what I thought the first words on the Model S landing page should be & I said “Model S is the best car”. And by golly they did it! 😂 From there the page systematically showed why Model S was indeed the best.
Viva rEVolution! @elonmusk pic.twitter.com/nhduItd5MW

— David Havasi (@daveydo2000) February 13, 2023

What’s New in 2023?

The Model S receives a new key card this year, replacing the initially classic car-shaped car key. Standard steering is free (a $700 retrofit is also obtainable for current owners). 

Because Tesla is known for making modifications to its vehicles during each model year, expect more future improvements to the Model S.

We’d stay with the core model, which has a range of 405 miles on a single charge. 

The Plaid ultra-high-performance model sounds appealing, but its nearly $138k entry price reflects diminishing worth; you need a car with the convenience of a Top Fuel dragster.

Model Sstarts at $94,990
Model S Plaidstarts at $115,990

Electric Vehicle Motor, Power, and Efficiency

The Model S offers full-time all-wheel drive regardless of version, with an electric motor devoted to each front and rear axle. 

The acceleration of the different models varies from excellent to incredible. Our 2020 Model S test vehicle hit 60 mph in 2.4 seconds and confirmed unending entertaining thanks to its instant power delivery. 

The Plaid version adds a third electric motor, increasing total output to 1020 horsepower—enough to propel it to 60 mph in 2.1 seconds. 

The classic Model S has proven to be a responsive sports sedan with well body motions and accurate steering. Drivers can choose between heavy and light steering work, but neither allows for more responses from the road. 

Sadly, the accessible yoke-style steering wheel is poorly integrated and detracts from the driving experience; a standard steering wheel is an inexpensive alternative. 

The ride is comfortable, the handling is adept, and it’s convinced and almost serene on the highway.

Tesla Model S Plaid

Powertrain3 permanent-magnet synchronous AC
Combined power1020 hp
Combined Torque1050 lb-ft
TransmissionF/Rdirect -drives
Battery packLiquid-cooled lithium-ion99.3 kWh

Tesla Model S

Powertrainfront permanent-magnet synchronous AC 275 hp, 310 lb-ft
Rearinduction AC 503 hp, 531 lb-ft
Battery packLithium-ion 98.0 kWh
Transmissionsingle-speed direct drive

Battery Capacity, Range, and Charging

A battery pack is hidden beneath the Tesla’s floor, resulting in a lower center of gravity and equally distributed weight from front to back. 

Driving range and acceleration efficiency vary by Model, with the base model’s battery supplying up to 405 miles of coverage and the Plaid Model providing up to 396. 

The current high-water mark is 517 miles for the Lucid Air; the BMW i7’s max range is the quickest at 318 miles.

Tesla Model S Plaid

C/D Test Results 
60 mph2.1 sec
100 mph4.3 sec
130 mph6.9 sec
1/4 mile151 mph9.4 sec
160 mph10.8 sec
Rolling start, 5-60 mph2.3 sec
Top speed, 162 mph 
Braking, 70-0 mph150 ft

Tesla Model S

C/D Test Results 
60 mph2.4 sec
100 mph6.1 sec
130 mph11.4 sec
150 mph19.3 sec
1/4 mile126 mph10.6 sec
Top speed, 163 mph 

TESLA MODEL S PLAID ACCELERATION IS INSANE!⚡ pic.twitter.com/s8MWXLp3xK

— TESLA CARS ONLY.⚡ (@teslacarsonly) February 5, 2023

Real-World MPGe and Fuel Economy

Since EVs like the Chevy Bolt and Polestar 2 provide an adequate driving range, the Model S stays an excellent long-distance option for gas-powered vehicles. 

The core model has the best MPGe ratings, with 124 in the city and 115 on the highway. 

A 2020 Model S posted a 222-mile result in our 75-mph highway fuel-economy test, which is still significantly less than its 326-mile EPA range scores at the time. The Plaid covered 280 miles out of its assumed 390 miles. 

Tesla Model S Plaid

C/D Fuel Economy
Observed: 71 MPGe
75-mph Highway driving: 91 MPGe
Range: 280 mi

Tesla Model S

EPA Fuel Economy
Combined: 97 MPGe
City: 98 MPGe
Highway: 96 MPGe
Range: 326 miles

Cargo, Interior, and Convenience

Model S prices start at more than $100,000. 

Buyers can expect a certain level of luxury inside the vehicle. The cabin ambiance is adequate. 

The sloped roofline of the Model S cleverly conceals a rear liftgate that opens to expose a massive 26-cubic-foot trunk. 

You could store eight carry-on-size cases without folding down the back seats. 

A sizeable underfloor bin in the rear cargo area compensates for the lack of small-item cubby cabin space throughout the interior, particularly in the back seat.

Tesla Model S Plaid

Dimensions 
Wheelbase116.5 in
Length197.7 in
Width78.2 in
Height56.3 in
Passenger volume100 ft
Cargo volume28 ft
Curb weight4828 lb

Tesla Model S

Dimensions 
Wheelbase116.5 in
Length197.7 in
Width77.3 in
Height56.9 in
Passenger volume95 ft
Cargo volume26 ft
Curb weight4998 lb

Connectivity and infotainment

Enthusiasts of modern simplicity will adore the Model S’s cabin, which includes a massive infotainment screen that handles almost all of the vehicle’s functions as standard. 

Technophiles will rejoice, but we’re not convinced. Because of the screen’s placement on the dashboard, some drivers will have to lean forward in their seats to touch certain icons, especially those at the Top of the display. 

Unlike the Model 3, the Model S includes a backup array for the gauge cluster and a tiny touchpad in the rear seat.

Features for Driver Assistance and Safety

Although the Model S has sparked a national debate about the safety of partly automated vehicles and has been noted to catch fire after some types of high-speed impacts, its safety reliability is bolstered by the good crash-test performance from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and the understanding that car fires aren’t unusual, whether in electric or gas-powered vehicles. 

Tesla Model S Plaid

Suspension, F/Rmultilinkmultilink
Brakes, F/R15.0-in vented disc14.4-in vented disc
TiresFRMichelin Pilot Sport265/35R-21 (101Y) T1295/30R-21 (102Y) T1

Tesla Model S

Suspension, F/Rmultilinkmultilink
Brakes, F/R14.0-in vented disc14.4-in vented disc
TiresFRMichelin Pilot Sport 4S245/35R-21 96Y TO265/35R-21 101Y TO 

The following are important safety features:

– Automatic emergency braking is standard

– Typical lane departure warning

– Adaptive cruise control with the hands-free driving mode is available.

Warranty and Maintenance Safety

Tesla provides an extensive warranty package to preserve the Model S’s powertrain and hybrid elements.

– The limited warranty period is four years or 50,000 miles.

– The powertrain warranty is valid for eight years and has unlimited miles.

– There is no free scheduled maintenance.

572 km on a single charge, in winter, outside temperature between 3 to 5º at dawn and between 14 to 19º in the afternoon when returning, 19" wheels.

The same test promises much more in spring.

Simply spectacular the efficiency of the Tesla Model S LR 2023.@elonmusk #TSLA pic.twitter.com/XjN4Fz54I2

— Aland≡Bru (@Alandbru) February 4, 2023

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