2026 Tesla Model S
2026 Tesla Model S — The Tesla Model S is a battery-electric, four-door full-size car that was produced by the American automaker Tesla from 2012 to 2026.
Trim: Long Range
Unverified trim photo — may not match this trim exactly
Other years
2026 Tesla Model S snapshot
As of 2026-07
A used 2026 Tesla Model S typically asks about $70,500 versus a $74,990 starting MSRP when new — roughly 94% retained. No NHTSA recalls are listed for the 2026 Tesla Model S in our refresh, though owners have filed 3 complaints — check the component breakdown below. Versus 2025, our catalog shows no material spec or trim changes — the older Model S is often the better used buy unless you need a 2026-only fix.
- Est. used asking
Est. used asking
$70,500
94% of MSRP
- Original MSRP
Original MSRP
$74,990
Base-trim starting price
- NHTSA recalls
NHTSA recalls
0
Campaigns in last refresh
- Owner complaints
Owner complaints
3
Top: Service Brakes
Methodology: Used asking is a labeled retention estimate from curated MSRP + vehicle age (not an appraisal). Recalls/complaints from NHTSA offline enrich.
Are there recalls or complaint patterns on the 2026 Model S?
No recalls in our last refresh, but owners filed 3 complaints — review the top components below.
Recalls
No NHTSA recalls listed for this model year in our last refresh.
Owner complaints
3 complaints. Top components:
- Service Brakes1
- Unknown Or Other1
- Vehicle Speed Control1
Counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defect rates. Source: NHTSA complaints.
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Is 2026 worth more than 2025?
Usually no — our catalog shows no material spec or trim lineup changes vs the 2025 Model S. For used shopping, the older year is often the better value unless you need a specific fix or feature from 2026.
How much does a used 2026 Model S cost vs original MSRP?
Expect about $70,500 in typical used asking against a $74,990 starting MSRP — roughly 94% retained on our labeled retention estimate. Use that gap to decide whether a newer year is worth the jump.
- Original MSRP
- $74,990
- Published starting (base-trim) MSRP when new.
- Est. used asking
- $70,500
- Estimated typical used asking from a mass-market retention curve — not a live appraisal or guaranteed sale price. As of 2026-07.
Retains about 94% of MSRP
~$4,490 below MSRP
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What should a used buyer know about the 2026 Model S?
The 2026 Tesla Model S is the newest year in our catalog — start here for current specs, then check older years if you want to save money. The 2026 Tesla Model S continues this nameplate in the motomediax catalog. The Tesla Model S is a battery-electric, four-door full-size car that was produced by the American automaker Tesla from 2012 to 2026. The automaker's second vehicle, the Model S has been described as one of the most influential electric cars in the industry. Its various accolades include the Motor Trend Car of the Year Award in 2013. This model appears in NHTSA vPIC for 2026, though detailed crash ratings may not be published yet.
- EPA combined 124 mpg
- About 195.7 × 77.2 in (L×W)
Overview adapted from Wikipedia.
What are the published exterior dimensions?
How long, tall, and wheelbase-spaced this year is on paper, as a blueprint outline.
Schematic diagram, not to exact styling — based on published dimensions
Trim
How does the 2026 stack up on paper?
At a glance: 670 hp, 0–60 in 3.1 s, 124 mpg combined. Dig into mechanicals and efficiency below.
Horsepower
670 hp
0–60
3.1 s
Combined MPG
124 mpg
EV range
405 mi
What will fuel or charging roughly cost?
Adjust your miles and local energy price for the 2026 selected trim (~3.5 mi/kWh (assumed)). Energy only — not insurance, tires, or a VIN appraisal.
Per year
$549
5-year energy
$2,743
- Powertrain
- Battery electric
- Based on
- ~3.5 mi/kWh (assumed)
- Your inputs
- 12,000 mi/yr · $0.16/kWh · 5-year horizon
Compare signal only — local rates and driving mix will differ.
What powertrain and drivetrain does it use?
Mechanical basics for the selected trim — engine, transmission, and drive type.
- Engine
- Dual-motor electric
- Aspiration
- Electric
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Fuel type
- Electricity
- Electrification
- BEV
How big is it, and what can it carry?
Exterior size, seating, cargo, and towing figures when we have them.
- Length
- 195.7 in
- Width
- 77.2 in
- Height
- 56.7 in
- Wheelbase
- 116.5 in
- Curb weight
- 4969.2 lb
- Seating
- 5
How efficient is this year on fuel or charge?
EPA-style efficiency and range fields from our catalog enrich — useful for YoY compares.
- Combined MPG
- 124
- Electric range
- 405 mi
Efficiency figures are curated / EPA-oriented. Verify on FuelEconomy.gov.
Trim compare
Pick two trims and scan the gaps that matter — power, efficiency, and capability.
| Spec | Long Range | Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 670 hp | 1020 hp |
| 0–60 | 3.1 s | 2 s |
| Engine | Dual-motor electric | Tri-motor electric |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
| EV range | 405 mi | 359 mi |
Trim index
| Trim | HP | Torque | 0–60 | MPG | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 670 | — | 3.1s | — | AWD | |
| 1020 | — | 2s | — | AWD |