2016 · Large Car · Electric
2016 Tesla Model S range & efficiency
The 2016 Tesla Model S is a large car offered in 13 EPA-rated configurations. Its most efficient version is rated 104 MPGe combined (32 kWh per 100 miles) with an EPA range of 218 miles. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 89 to 104 MPGe. That's up 3 MPGe from the 2015 model. Among 30 large cars rated for 2016, it ranks 1st for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity, it costs about $864 a year to fuel.
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Energy use
The 2016 Tesla Model S uses 32 kWh per 100 miles (19.9 kWh/100 km), which is 3.1 miles per kWh or 104 MPGe combined.
| Value | |
|---|---|
| Combined | 104 MPGe |
| Energy use | 32 kWh/100 mi |
| Metric | 19.9 kWh/100 km |
| Miles per kWh | 3.12 |
How it ranks among 2016 Large Cars
Full class ranking →Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.
Model S MPGe across model years
Full history →13 EPA-rated configurations
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWD · Electric motor (60 kW) · Single-speed Model S AWD - 60D |
Electric | 101 MPGe | 107 MPGe | 104 MPGe | 218 mi | $864 |
| AWD · Electric motor (70 kW) · Single-speed Model S AWD - 70D |
Electric | 101 MPGe | 102 MPGe | 101 MPGe | 240 mi | $891 |
| AWD · Electric motor (90 kW) · Single-speed Model S AWD - 90D |
Electric | 101 MPGe | 107 MPGe | 103 MPGe | 294 mi | $891 |
| AWD · Electric motor (75 kW) · Single-speed Model S AWD - 75D |
Electric | 102 MPGe | 105 MPGe | 103 MPGe | 259 mi | $891 |
| AWD · Electric motor (85 kW) · Single-speed Model S AWD - 85D |
Electric | 95 MPGe | 106 MPGe | 100 MPGe | 270 mi | $918 |
| RWD · Electric motors (360 kW) · Single-speed Model S (75 kW-hr battery pack) |
Electric | 97 MPGe | 100 MPGe | 98 MPGe | 249 mi | $918 |
| RWD · Electric motors (345 kW) · Single-speed Model S (60 kW-hr battery pack) |
Electric | 98 MPGe | 101 MPGe | 99 MPGe | 210 mi | $918 |
| AWD · Electric motor (90 kW) · Single-speed Model S AWD - P90D |
Electric | 91 MPGe | 100 MPGe | 95 MPGe | 270 mi | $945 |
| AWD · Electric motor (100 kW) · Single-speed Model S AWD - P100D |
Electric | 92 MPGe | 105 MPGe | 98 MPGe | 315 mi | $945 |
| AWD · Electric motor (85 kW) · Single-speed Model S AWD - P85D |
Electric | 89 MPGe | 98 MPGe | 93 MPGe | 253 mi | $972 |
| RWD · Electric motors (355 kW) · Single-speed Model S (70 kW-hr battery pack) |
Electric | 88 MPGe | 90 MPGe | 89 MPGe | 234 mi | $1,026 |
| RWD · Electric motors (370 kW) · Single-speed Model S (85 kW-hr battery pack) |
Electric | 88 MPGe | 90 MPGe | 89 MPGe | 265 mi | $1,026 |
| RWD · Electric motors (375 kW) · Single-speed Model S (90 kW-hr battery pack) |
Electric | 88 MPGe | 90 MPGe | 89 MPGe | 265 mi | $1,026 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Electricity
- Engine / motor
- Electric motor (60 kW)
- Transmission
- Single-speed
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Electricity use
- 32 kWh/100 mi
- Charge time (240V)
- 12 hrs
- Passenger volume
- 94 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 26 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 0 g/mi
- EPA fuel economy score
- 10/10
- EPA greenhouse gas score
- 10/10
2016 Tesla Model S vs. rivals
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Frequently asked questions
What is the range of the 2016 Tesla Model S?
The EPA rates the 2016 Tesla Model S at up to 315 miles on a full charge.
How efficient is the 2016 Tesla Model S?
Up to 104 MPGe combined, which is 32 kWh per 100 miles.
What is the efficiency in kWh/100 km for the 2016 Tesla Model S?
The 2016 Tesla Model S uses 32 kWh per 100 miles (19.9 kWh/100 km), which is 3.1 miles per kWh or 104 MPGe combined.
How much does it cost to charge a 2016 Tesla Model S?
Charging from empty to its full 218-mile EPA range draws about 70 kWh from the wall (charging losses included), which costs about $13 at 18¢/kWh. Public DC fast charging usually costs two to three times more.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2016 Tesla Model S per year?
About $864 at 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity, or $5.76 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.