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Tesla Model S Plaid

Tesla Model S Plaid is an all-electric sedan with a WLTP range of up to 600 km (373 miles). EVKX.net has all the details.

We have separated our Tesla Model S Plaid article into sections. If you want to wait to read the full article, click the links below to the different areas. We also have an overview of the full specifications, an image gallery, detailed information about charging performance, and some online reviews. Our sections:

• Performance
• Battery, range, and charging
• Drivetrain (suspension, brakes, steering)
• Exterior (paint colors, wheels ++)
• Interior (seats++)
• User interface and control
• Infotainment
• Lights
• Advanced driver-assistance systems
• Cargo Capacity and Towing Ability

Performance

The Tesla Model S Plaid has a maximum power of 760 KW (1033 hp/1019 bhp). The total torque is 1420 nm (1048 ft-lb). It performs the 0-100km/h sprint (0-62mph) in 2.1 seconds. The top speed is 322 km/h.

Battery, range, and charging

The battery has a gross capacity of 104,96kWh and a net capacity of 96kWh, meaning you have a 8,96kWh buffer for protection. (8.5%).

The WLTP range is 600 km (373 mi). The consumption is 16.0kWh/100km for the WLTP standard test. For more details about the range, see real-world data and range listing on this model’s range and consumption page.

The maximum DC charging speed is 250kW. A full charge from 0 - 100% would take 80 minutes, while a more common scenario of 10-80% would take 31 minutes. If you assume you lose 5 minutes driving per charge stop in addition to the charge time, the optimum charge area is from 7% to 47%, resulting in an actual charge speed, including time loss, of 143kW. Each charge session would take 16 minutes and 9 seconds.

For the theoretical 1000km challenge, starting with a full battery and driving at 120km/h (75 mph), assuming optimal driving conditions and consumption of 21.0kWh/100km, 1000km will take 9 hours and 8 minutes. This trip will require three charge session(s) charging from 7% to 47%. The total time lost for charging up the battery will be 48 minutes.

Onboard charger

For level 1 and level 2 AC charging, the onboard charger supports up to 11 KW charging. As a result, you can charge the battery 0-100% from home in about 8 hours and 43 minutes.

Charge port

The location of the charge port is on the left rear corner. This location makes it easy to use charge stations where you need to back up into the charger. The connector types vary between the different markets. This model uses NACS for North America and CCS Combo 2 for Europe. See full specifications for all markets.

Drivetrain

Tesla Model S Plaid has an all-wheel drive system supported by three motors. One on front axle, and two on rear axle. The motor(s) used are Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors.

The suspension is fully adaptive on the front and rear axle, so height and damping can be adjusted manually and automatically. The minimum ground clearance is 117 mm, and the maximum is 158 mm.

Steering

Dynamic steering is a standard feature on the Tesla Model S Plaid. Dynamic steering varies the steering ratio as a function of driving speed.

Brakes

The rear and front brakes are cast-iron discs. The front discs are 355mm, and the rear discs are 355mm.

Regenerative braking is available through one-pedal driving. Automatic regen or coasting is not available in this model. You can choose between three stopping modes for one-pedal driving. Hold mode stops the car completely using friction brakes, roll mode causes the vehicle to roll until it stops by itself, and creep mode will creep the car forward at low speed. You can adjust how strong regen you get when you lift the foot. There are two levels.

Exterior

You can choose between 5 different paint colors when ordering this model. Additionally, you can choose between 2 wheels with sizes from 19 to 21 inches.

The car has four regular doors and a liftgate.

There is only one roof for this model. The standard roof has a large panoramic roof extending from the front to the rear. This glass makes the car’s interior feel more spacious and bright, which can improve the mood and comfort of the occupant. The glass is toned to protect against heat from the sun.

The windows from B-pillar and back are tinted.

Interior

There is one seat type you can select in different materials. The seat layout is the traditional five seats with two in front and three in the rear.

First row seats

Only one front seat type is available in the Tesla Model S Plaid.

The following functionalities are available on the standard seat.

• electric adjustment
• height adjustable headrest
• heating
• memory driver seat
• memory passenger seat
• ventilation

You can choose from 3 different materials/colors for this seat type.

Second-row seat

The second row has a standard three-seat bench with a 60:40 split where you can fold each section separately to increase the cargo space. In addition, the following functionalities are available.

There is only one type of steering wheel available.

Climate system

There is one climate system available. The standard climate system supports different temperatures in three zones for the driver, passenger and backseat. This model has a heat pump as standard. This heat pump can save significant energy that the EV would use for heating in cold weather.

Comfort

Tesla Model S Plaid has several features to make your life as a driver or passenger more comfortable.

Keyless entry allows access to the car without needing to find the key. As long you bring it with you, the doors open.

Keyless go makes it possible to start the car without using the key.

The steering wheel is electrically adjustable.

You have wireless charging for your phone.

User interface and control

The Tesla Model S Plaid has twin screens with information for the driver and passengers and a third screen in rear for multimedia. The screen behind the steering wheel integrated into the dashboard is 12.3 inches large and has a 1280 x 480 pixels resolution. The touch screen on the dashboard’s center is 17.0 inches large and has a 2200 x 1300 pixels resolution. The touch screen in the rear center console is 8.0 inches large. The model does not have a head-up display.

Infotainment

One type of sound system is available for the Tesla Model S Plaid. With the Tesla Premium Sound, you get 22 speakers with a max system output of 560 watts.

In addition, with the standard in-car navigation system, you get the help you need to find your destination.

Lights

The standard headlights use LED technology.

Advanced driver assistance systems

The Tesla Model S Plaid has several standard and optional advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) for better safety and comfort.

Safety systems

The Tesla Model S Plaid has an anti-lock braking system (ABS) as a standard system. This system helps to prevent a vehicle’s wheels from locking up during braking.

The Tesla Model S Plaid has an Electronic Stability Control as a standard system designed to improve a vehicle’s stability and handling during sudden maneuvers or slippery road conditions.

The Tesla Model S Plaid has a lane-keeping assist as a standard system. This system helps to prevent the car from getting out of its lane. In addition, it has a lane departure warning system that warns the driver if the vehicle leaves the driving lane.

Front Cross Traffic Assist is a standard driver assist system that helps drivers detect oncoming traffic when crossing an intersection or turning left or right from a stopped position.

Forward Collision Warning is a standard driver assist system to help drivers avoid or mitigate frontal collisions.

The Tesla Model S Plaid has automatic emergency braking as a standard system. This system helps prevent or mitigate collisions by applying the brakes autonomously if the driver fails to react to an impending collision.

Automatic emergency steering is a standard driver assist system designed to help drivers avoid collisions by automatically steering the vehicle in an emergency.

Blind-spot monitoring is a standard driver-assist system. This side assist system helps to detect traffic in blind spots.

Driving Automation

The Tesla Model S Plaid offers driving automation on level 2 or 3, depending on the equipment level.

With the Basic Autopilot level 2 system, you get the following driving automation features.

• Adaptive Cruise control
• Lane Centering Assist (LCA) /AutoSteer: keeps the car in your lane and slows down if needed in traffic. The system limits how long you can drive without touching the steering wheel.

With the Enhanced Autopilot level 2 system, you get additional driving automation features to the ones listed above.

• Advance cruise control that follows navigation and turns off and on major roads to reach the target.
• Automatic parking.
• Automatic lane change

With the Full Self-Driving Capability level 3 system, you get additional driving automation features to the ones listed above.

• Traffic light control - follow traffic lights.
• Stop sign control - follow stop signs.

Cargo Capacity and Towing Ability

The cargo capacity in the trunk is 709 liters. With the rear seat down, it is 1828 liters. On the roof, you can load up to 70 kg (154.3 lbs). Under the hood, there is frunk with more storage room. This frunk is 89 liters (3.1 CU FT). The maxium weight of the car is 2629 kg (5796 lbs), and with the base weight of 2265 kg (4993 lbs), you can max load 364 kg (802 lbs), including driver and passengers. Some options can increase the base weight and reduce the maximum loading weight.

A towbar is standard equipment on this model. The maximum total weight on a braked trailer is 1600, and on unbraked, it is 750 kg (3527/1653 lbs).