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2021 Tesla Model S

5 trims · Sedan

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$20,457

7 for sale · Starting MSRP $69,420 – $129,990

Key specifications

NHTSA safety

Not rated

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Source: NHTSA · 23 recalls on record

Tesla Model S for sale

7 live listings from $20,457 · median $54,355

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Pricing

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MSRP by trim

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Purchase information

Based on Long Range Plus

Total price (Long Range Plus MSRP)

$69,420

Typical monthly

$1,375/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-08-23). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2021 Tesla Model S trims

  • MSRP
    $69,420
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    Horsepower
    Torque
    Engine
    electric
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    AWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    58.1
    Max towing
  • MSRP
    $89,990
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    120 MPGe
    Horsepower
    670 hp
    Torque
    Engine
    electric
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    AWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    64.5
    Max towing
  • MSRP
    $91,990
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    110 MPGe
    Horsepower
    762 hp
    Torque
    Engine
    electric
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    AWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    58.1
    Max towing
  • MSRP
    $94,990
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    Horsepower
    670 hp
    Torque
    Engine
    electric
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    AWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    64.5
    Max towing
  • MSRP
    $129,990
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    Horsepower
    1020 hp
    Torque
    Engine
    electric
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    AWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    64.5
    Max towing

Manufacturer specifications by trim and drivetrain. Same trim names with different MSRPs are distinct FWD/AWD (or other drivetrain) configurations from the catalog. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type
Long Range Pluselectric
Long Rangeelectric
Performanceelectric
Baseelectric
Plaidelectric
Fuel type
Long Range Pluselectric
Long Rangeelectric
Performanceelectric
Baseelectric
Plaidelectric
Horsepower
Long Range Plus
Long Range670 hp
Performance762 hp
Base670 hp
Plaid1020 hp
Transmission
Long Range Plus1-speed direct drive
Long Range1-speed direct drive
Performance1-speed direct drive
Base1-speed direct drive
Plaid1-speed direct drive
Drivetrain
Long Range Plusall wheel drive
Long Rangeall wheel drive
Performanceall wheel drive
Baseall wheel drive
Plaidall wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type
Long Range PlusSedan
Long RangeSedan
PerformanceSedan
BaseSedan
PlaidSedan
Doors
Long Range Plus4
Long Range4
Performance4
Base4
Plaid4
Seating
Long Range Plus5
Long Range5
Performance5
Base5
Plaid5
Length
Long Range Plus196 in
Long Range197.7 in
Performance196 in
Base197.7 in
Plaid197.7 in
Width
Long Range Plus
Long Range78.2 in
Performance
Base78.2 in
Plaid78.2 in
Height
Long Range Plus56.9 in
Long Range56.3 in
Performance56.9 in
Base56.3 in
Plaid56.3 in
Wheelbase
Long Range Plus116.5 in
Long Range116.5 in
Performance116.5 in
Base116.5 in
Plaid116.5 in
Ground clearance
Long Range Plus4.6 in
Long Range5 in
Performance4.6 in
Base5 in
Plaid5 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity
Long Range Plus28.4 cu ft
Long Range28.1 cu ft
Performance28.4 cu ft
Base28.1 cu ft
Plaid28.1 cu ft
Max cargo capacity
Long Range Plus58.1 cu ft
Long Range64.5 cu ft
Performance58.1 cu ft
Base64.5 cu ft
Plaid64.5 cu ft
Curb weight
Long Range Plus4,883 lbs
Long Range4,561 lbs
Performance4,941 lbs
Base4,561 lbs
Plaid4,561 lbs

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPGe
Long Range Plus
Long Range120
Performance110
Base
Plaid
Electric range
Long Range Plus
Long Range405 mi
Performance387 mi
Base
Plaid
Charge time (240V)
Long Range Plus
Long Range15 hr
Performance14.7 hr
Base
Plaid

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2021 Tesla Model S FAQ

How much does the 2021 Tesla Model S cost?
The 2021 Tesla Model S has a starting MSRP of $69,420, ranging up to $129,990 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes Long Range Plus from $69,420; Long Range from $89,990; Performance from $91,990; Base from $94,990; Plaid from $129,990. Live listings on OpenDealer currently start at $20,457.
What is the electric range of the 2021 Tesla Model S?
The 2021 Tesla Model S offers up to 405 miles of EPA-estimated electric range.
How much cargo space does the 2021 Tesla Model S have?
The 2021 Tesla Model S offers up to 64.5 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.
Is the 2021 Tesla Model S safe?
The 2021 Tesla Model S earned an overall rating of Not Rated out of 5 stars in NHTSA crash testing. NHTSA lists 23 recalls for this model year; check the recalls section for details.
How many trims does the 2021 Tesla Model S come in?
The 2021 Tesla Model S is available in 5 trims across Sedan body styles with all wheel drive.