2026 Tesla Model S EPA Fuel Economy Summary
The 2026 Tesla Model S is an all-electric vehicle EPA-certified for 309 to 410 miles of driving range per charge across 3 certified configurations. Efficiency ratings reach up to 124 MPGe combined with an estimated annual electricity charging cost of $600 to $800 based on standard 15,000 annual miles.
Official EPA Fuel Economy Ratings by Configuration (3 Variants)
Laboratory certification test values across engine, transmission, and drivetrain permutations
| Configuration / Model | Powertrain | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined | EV Range | Annual Fuel Cost | CO2 (g/mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model S Electricity | Electric (BEV) | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 132 MPGe | 116 MPGe | 124 MPGe | 410 mi | $600 | — |
| Model S Plaid Electricity | Electric (BEV) | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 114 MPGe | 105 MPGe | 110 MPGe | 368 mi | $700 | — |
| Model S Plaid (21in wheels) Electricity | Electric (BEV) | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 97 MPGe | 89 MPGe | 93 MPGe | 309 mi | $800 | — |
Deterministic Fuel Cost & Consumption Benchmarks
Standardized annual energy consumption and operating cost metrics based on 15,000 annual miles
Fuel Cost per 25 Miles
Based on $0.16 per kWh electricity
Annual Fuel Consumption
Estimated annual energy units needed for 15,000 miles
5-Year Fuel Cost vs Avg Vehicle
Compared to the average new vehicle over 5 years
Fuel economy ratings, electric range figures, and energy cost estimates on this page are retrieved directly from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. Department of Energy (FuelEconomy.gov) certified vehicle database.
Local Production Store Compiled: August 2026 • Deterministic Audited Dataset • Zero Dynamic External API Runtime Latency.