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2026 Tesla Model S

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Fully electric · Every trim below is EPA-rated. Starting price shown before destination.

2026 Tesla Model S

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$94,990starting MSRP#75 cheapest of 88 electric cars
410 miEPA range#8 of 91
124MPGe combined
250 kWmax DC fast charge
3trims rated

Worth knowing

95.0 kWhbattery, usable
$600EPA fuel cost / yr
$0.04fuel cost / mile
3.7miles per kWh
~7 minDC charge / 100 mi
432 / 383 micity / hwy range
10/10EPA economy score
10/10EPA emissions score

The short version

The 2026 Tesla Model S starts at $94,990, goes 410 miles on a charge, sips electricity at 124 MPGe. Here's what the EPA numbers actually mean.

Pricing

Starts at $94,990 before destination, across 3 EPA-rated trims. We verify every price by hand against manufacturer and dealer sources — if we can't confirm a number, we leave it blank instead of guessing.

Range and efficiency

EPA-tested at 410 miles of range and 124 MPGe combined. That's the lab number every car takes, so it's the fairest comparison there is. In the real world, knock off 10–20% for highway speed and cold weather. Cheaper trims with smaller wheels actually go farther — the lineup stretches from 309 to 410 miles.

Charging and fuel cost

At the U.S. average of $0.17 per kWh, 12,000 miles a year costs about $553 in electricity — roughly $46 a month. That's the whole fuel story; there are no oil changes either. Plug in your own rates in the fuel cost calculator.

Fast charging

On a DC fast charger it peaks at 250 kW — enough to add serious miles in the time it takes to grab coffee. Figures are manufacturer ratings for the best trim; real-world peaks vary with battery temperature and state of charge.

All 3 EPA-rated trims

TrimDriveClassEPA rangeMPGeFull charge (240V)
Model SAll-Wheel DriveLarge Cars410 mi1249.7 h
Model S PlaidAll-Wheel DriveLarge Cars368 mi11012.0 h
Model S Plaid (21in wheels)All-Wheel DriveLarge Cars309 mi9312.0 h

Real-world range tests

Independent outlets tested this model and averaged 332 miles — EPA rates the best trim at 410 miles. Test protocols differ (mixed loops vs constant highway speed), so compare within a column, not across them.

OutletTestTested rangevs EPATrim testedConditions
EdmundsEdmunds EV Range Test345 mi-16%2021 Tesla Model S Plaid (EPA 348 mi)Edmunds EV Range Test: 60% city / 40% highway loop, avg ~40 mph, climate auto 72FSource
EdmundsEdmunds EV Range Test318 mi-22%2020 Tesla Model S Performance (EPA 326 mi)Edmunds EV Range Test: 60% city / 40% highway loop, avg ~40 mph, climate auto 72FSource

See all tested models: real-world range ranking.

Battery health & warranty

Buying used? Full battery-health guide →

Charging specs

Sources: insideevs.com, carmanuals2.com, automotiveglory.com, evehiclepro.com

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Common questions

What is the range of the 2026 Tesla Model S?

The 2026 Tesla Model S has up to 410 miles of EPA-rated range on a full charge, at 124 MPGe combined. Real-world range varies with speed, temperature, and driving style.

How much does the 2026 Tesla Model S cost?

The 2026 Tesla Model S starts at $94,990 MSRP before destination charges. Prices are verified from manufacturer and automotive sources.

Is the Tesla Model S fully electric?

The 2026 Tesla Model S is fully electric — it has no gas engine and charges from the grid.

Specs: U.S. EPA via fueleconomy.gov (model years 2025–2027), updated October 2026. MPGe = miles per gallon equivalent (33.7 kWh = 1 gallon of gasoline energy).