Compare 2016 Tesla Model S specifications by trim levels
Model S is a 5-seat Hatchback from Tesla, which first hit the market back in 2012.
With the price tag ranging from $70,000 to $108,000, the Tesla Model S faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Infiniti Q70h.
The Tesla Model S has a maximum towing capacity of 999 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.
The Tesla Model S boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 90 to 107 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.
The maximum width and height is 77.30mm x 196.00mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.
Key Specs of 2016 Tesla Model S
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Wheelbase: 116.5 in
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MPG: 88 city/90 hwy
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0-60 mph: 4.9 sec
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Ground clearance: 5.7 in
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Towing capacity: 999 lbs
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Passenger capacity: 5
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Dimensions(LxWxH): 196 x 77.3 x 56.5
2016 Tesla Model S Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures
The Tesla Model S is offered in 4 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades
Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Tesla Model S safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.
Compare the Tesla Model S specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.
Specs
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Main Info
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Body Style Hatchback
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Doors 4
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Engine
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Horsepower 382 hp –
762 hp -
Torque 325 lb-ft. –
713 lb-ft. -
Transmission 1-spd auto
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0-60mph / 0-100kmh 2.8 - 4.9 sec
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1/4 mile time 11 - 13.6 sec
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Dimensions
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Length 196 in
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Width 77.3 in
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Height 56.5 in
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Wheelbase 116.5 in
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Towing capacity 999 lbs
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Ground clearance 5.7 in
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Turning radius 18.5 ft
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CAPACITY
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Luggage capacity 31.6 ft
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Cargo capacity 63.4 cu.ft
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Seats 5
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WARRANTY
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Basic Warranty 48/50,000 mths/miles
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Specifications 
70 4dr Rear-wheel Drive Sedan |
70D 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
90D 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
P90D 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Exterior length | |||
196.0 in | 196.0 in | 196.0 in | 196.0 in |
Exterior body width | |||
77.3 in | 77.3 in | 77.3 in | 77.3 in |
Exterior height | |||
56.5 in | 56.5 in | 56.5 in | 56.5 in |
Horsepower | |||
382 hp | 518 hp | 518 hp | 762 hp |
Torque | |||
325 lb-ft. | 387 lb-ft. | 485 lb-ft. | 713 lb-ft. |
Curb weight | |||
4608 lbs | 4824 lbs | 4936 lbs | – |
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | |||
5710 lbs | 5710 lbs | 5710 lbs | – |
Wheelbase | |||
116.5 in | 116.5 in | 116.5 in | 116.5 in |
Turning radius | |||
18.5 '' | – | – | – |
Front legroom | |||
42.7 in | 42.7 in | 42.7 in | 42.7 in |
Rear legroom | |||
35.4 in | 35.4 in | 35.4 in | 35.4 in |
Front headroom | |||
39 in | 39 in | 39 in | 39 in |
Rear headroom | |||
35 in | 35 in | 35 in | 35 in |
Front hip room | |||
55 in | 55 in | 55 in | 55 in |
Rear hip room | |||
55 in | 55 in | 55 in | 55 in |
Front shoulder room | |||
58 in | 58 in | 58 in | 58 in |
Rear shoulder room | |||
55 in | 55 in | 55 in | 55 in |
Interior Features 
70 4dr Rear-wheel Drive Sedan |
70D 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
90D 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
P90D 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Air conditioning, front | |||
dual zone automatic | dual zone automatic | dual zone automatic | dual zone automatic |
Clock | |||
in-dash | in-dash | in-dash | in-dash |
Cupholders | |||
front | front | front | front |
12V DC power outlet | |||
1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Floor console | |||
full | full | full | full |
Floor mats | |||
carpet front | carpet front | carpet front | carpet front |
Front windows | |||
power | power | power | power |
Rear windows | |||
power | power | power | power |
1-touch window up | |||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
1-touch window down | |||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
Instrumentation | |||
digital/analog | digital/analog | digital/analog | digital/analog |
Illuminated vanity mirrors | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Rear view mirror | |||
day-night | day-night | day-night | day-night |
Remote trunk release | |||
power | power | power | power |
Steering wheel material | |||
leather | leather | leather | leather |
Air conditioning, rear | |||
with separate controls | with separate controls | with separate controls | with separate controls |
Exterior Features 
70 4dr Rear-wheel Drive Sedan |
70D 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
90D 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
P90D 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Antenna | |||
window grid | window grid | window grid | window grid |
Body material | |||
aluminum | aluminum | aluminum | aluminum |
Paint | |||
clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone |
Grille trim | |||
black w/chrome surround | black w/chrome surround | black w/chrome surround | black w/chrome surround |
Fog/driving lights | |||
front | front | front | front |
Door count | |||
4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Rear cargo door | |||
liftgate | liftgate | liftgate | liftgate |
Tinted windows | |||
light | light | light | light |
Rear window type | |||
fixed | fixed | fixed | fixed |
Mirrors | |||
dual power remote w/tilt down | dual power remote w/tilt down | dual power remote w/tilt down | dual power remote w/tilt down |
Sunroof | |||
1st and 2nd row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass | 1st and 2nd row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass | 1st and 2nd row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass | 1st and 2nd row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass |
Spoiler | |||
lip | lip | lip | lip |
Wheels | |||
19 silver aluminum | 19 silver aluminum | 19 silver aluminum | 19 silver aluminum |
Mirrors, auto dimming | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Bodyside insert | |||
chrome | chrome | chrome | chrome |
Seats 
70 4dr Rear-wheel Drive Sedan |
70D 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
90D 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
P90D 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Front seat type | |||
bucket | bucket | bucket | bucket |
Standard seating | |||
5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Front driver seat direction controls | |||
8-way power | 8-way power | 8-way power | 8-way power |
Front passenger seat direction controls | |||
8-way power | 8-way power | 8-way power | 8-way power |
Lumbar support | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Front armrests | |||
center | center | center | center |
Front head restraints | |||
fixed | fixed | fixed | fixed |
Heated front seats | |||
driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback |
Memory | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Rear seats | |||
60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench |
Rear head restraints | |||
3 - fixed | 3 - fixed | 3 - fixed | 3 - fixed |
Seat trim | |||
cloth/leatherette | cloth/leatherette | cloth/leatherette | cloth/leatherette |
3rd row seats | |||
jump | jump | jump | jump |
3rd row fold into floor | |||
manual | manual | manual | manual |
Entertainment System 
70 4dr Rear-wheel Drive Sedan |
70D 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
90D 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
P90D 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Radio | |||
AM/FM/HD, seek-scan | AM/FM/HD, seek-scan | AM/FM/HD, seek-scan | AM/FM/HD, seek-scan |
Speakers | |||
7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
Amplifier | |||
200W | 200W | 200W | 200W |
Navigation system | |||
yes with voice activation | yes with voice activation | yes with voice activation | yes with voice activation |
1st row LCD screen | |||
1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Safety and Security Features 
70 4dr Rear-wheel Drive Sedan |
70D 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
90D 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
P90D 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Airbags, frontal | |||
driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger |
Airbags, side impact | |||
seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger |
Airbags, side curtain | |||
curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row |
Traction control | |||
ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline |
Seatbelt pre-tensioners | |||
front | front | front | front |
Headlights | |||
high intensity low/high beam | high intensity low/high beam | high intensity low/high beam | high intensity low/high beam |
Exterior light control | |||
fully automatic | fully automatic | fully automatic | fully automatic |
Door curb lights | |||
4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Remote keyless entry | |||
keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) |
Door locks | |||
power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock |
Airbags, knee protection | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Mechanical Features 
70 4dr Rear-wheel Drive Sedan |
70D 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
90D 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
P90D 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Brakes | |||
4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc |
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |||
4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
Drive type | |||
rear-wheel | all-wheel drive | all-wheel drive | all-wheel drive |
Exhaust | |||
none | none | none | none |
Steering | |||
rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion |
Suspension tuning | |||
regular | regular | regular | regular |
Front suspension type | |||
double wishbone | double wishbone | double wishbone | double wishbone |
Front shocks | |||
gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
Front springs | |||
coil | coil | coil | coil |
Rear suspension type | |||
multi-link | multi-link | multi-link | multi-link |
Rear shocks | |||
gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
Rear springs | |||
coil | coil | coil | coil |
Transmission | |||
1-spd auto | 1-spd auto | 1-spd auto | 1-spd auto |
Axle ratio | |||
9.73 | 9.73 | 9.73 | 9.73 |
Height adjustable suspension | |||
automatic w/driver control | automatic w/driver control | automatic w/driver control | automatic w/driver control |
Automatic level control | |||
4-corner | 4-corner | 4-corner | 4-corner |
Other Specs 
70 4dr Rear-wheel Drive Sedan |
70D 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
90D 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
P90D 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Luggage capacity | |||
31.6 cu.ft. | 31.6 cu.ft. | 31.6 cu.ft. | 31.6 cu.ft. |
Maximum cargo capacity | |||
63.4 cu.ft. | 63.4 cu.ft. | 63.4 cu.ft. | 63.4 cu.ft. |
EPA mileage estimates | |||
88 City / 90 Hwy | 101 City / 102 Hwy | 101 City / 107 Hwy | 91 City / 100 Hwy |
Lighting - map lights | |||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
Lighting - dome light | |||
fade | fade | fade | fade |
Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) | |||
48/50,000 | 48/50,000 | 48/50,000 | 48/50,000 |
Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) | |||
96/unlimited | 96/unlimited | 96/unlimited | 96/unlimited |
Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) | |||
48/50,000 | 48/50,000 | 48/50,000 | 48/50,000 |
Tires | |||
P245/45YR19.0 BSW touring AS | P245/45YR19.0 BSW touring AS | P245/45YR19.0 BSW touring AS | P245/45YR19.0 BSW touring AS |
Windshield wipers - front | |||
variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent |