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2021-2026 Tesla Model S MPGe & Charging Cost
6 model years · 93–124 MPGe combined
15,000 mi/yr · residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 9 of 10 large car configurations, MY2026. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2021-2026 Tesla Model S at a glance
The 2021-2026 Tesla Model S covers 6 model years in the EPA database (17 configurations in all), rated 93–124 MPGe combined. The newest model year, 2026, costs about $750 a year to charge for its most efficient version, the Model S AWD (124 MPGe), at residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026. The best combined rating in the generation, 124 MPGe, was reached in 2025 and 2026.
2021-2026 Tesla Model S by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Electric | 93–124 MPGe | $750–$990 | Ratings changed |
| 2025 | Electric | 93–124 MPGe | $750–$990 | Ratings changed |
| 2024 | Electric | 96–122 MPGe | $760–$970 | Ratings changed |
| 2023 | Electric | 120 MPGe | $770 | Ratings changed |
| 2022 | Electric | 101–120 MPGe | $770–$920 | Ratings changed |
| 2021 | Electric | 96–120 MPGe | $770–$970 | First year |
What the 2026 Model S AWD costs to drive
Per month
$63
$750 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$1.25
Per 100 miles
$5.00
Five years
$3,750
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the large car median
$1,480less a year
Class median $2,230 a year, MY2026
Based on 15,000 miles a year and residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026).
2026 Tesla Model S MPGe
Versus 2025: The most efficient configuration stays at 124 MPGe. Its annual cost stays at $750.
EPA range 309–410 miles.
Electric configurations (3)
| Trim | Drive | kWh/100 mi | MPGe | Range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model S (Most efficient) | AWD | 27 | 124 | 410 mi | $750 |
| Plaid | AWD | 31 | 110 | 368 mi | $840 |
| Plaid (21in wheels) | AWD | 36 | 93 | 309 mi | $990 |
MPGe is the distance an electric car travels on 33.7 kWh, the energy in a gallon of gasoline. Fewer kWh per 100 miles means a lower running cost.
2025 Tesla Model S MPGe
93–124 MPGe · $750–$990/yr
Versus 2024: The most efficient configuration moves from 122 to 124 MPGe, up 2. Its annual cost goes from $760 to $750, $10 less.
EPA range 312–410 miles.
Electric configurations (3)
| Trim | Drive | kWh/100 mi | MPGe | Range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model S (Most efficient) | AWD | 27 | 124 | 410 mi | $750 |
| Plaid (19in wheels) | AWD | 32 | 104 | 348 mi | $890 |
| Plaid (21in wheels) | AWD | 36 | 93 | 312 mi | $990 |
MPGe is the distance an electric car travels on 33.7 kWh, the energy in a gallon of gasoline. Fewer kWh per 100 miles means a lower running cost.
2024 Tesla Model S MPGe
96–122 MPGe · $760–$970/yr
Versus 2023: The most efficient configuration moves from 120 to 122 MPGe, up 2. Its annual cost goes from $770 to $760, $10 less.
EPA range 320–402 miles.
Electric configurations (3)
| Trim | Drive | kWh/100 mi | MPGe | Range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model S (Most efficient) | AWD | 28 | 122 | 402 mi | $760 |
| Plaid (19in wheels) | AWD | 31 | 107 | 359 mi | $860 |
| Plaid (21in wheels) | AWD | 35 | 96 | 320 mi | $970 |
MPGe is the distance an electric car travels on 33.7 kWh, the energy in a gallon of gasoline. Fewer kWh per 100 miles means a lower running cost.
2023 Tesla Model S MPGe
120 MPGe · $770/yr
Versus 2022: The most efficient configuration stays at 120 MPGe. Its annual cost stays at $770.
EPA range 405 miles.
Electric configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | kWh/100 mi | MPGe | Range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model S (Most efficient) | AWD | 28 | 120 | 405 mi | $770 |
MPGe is the distance an electric car travels on 33.7 kWh, the energy in a gallon of gasoline. Fewer kWh per 100 miles means a lower running cost.
2022 Tesla Model S MPGe
101–120 MPGe · $770–$920/yr
Versus 2021: The most efficient configuration stays at 120 MPGe. Its annual cost stays at $770.
EPA range 348–405 miles.
Electric configurations (3)
| Trim | Drive | kWh/100 mi | MPGe | Range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model S (Most efficient) | AWD | 28 | 120 | 405 mi | $770 |
| Plaid (19 inch wheels) | AWD | 29 | 116 | 396 mi | $800 |
| Plaid (21 inch wheels) | AWD | 33 | 101 | 348 mi | $920 |
MPGe is the distance an electric car travels on 33.7 kWh, the energy in a gallon of gasoline. Fewer kWh per 100 miles means a lower running cost.
2021 Tesla Model S MPGe
96–120 MPGe · $770–$970/yr
EPA range 334–405 miles.
Electric configurations (4)
| Trim | Drive | kWh/100 mi | MPGe | Range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long Range (Most efficient) | AWD | 28 | 120 | 405 mi | $770 |
| Performance (19in Wheels) | AWD | 31 | 110 | 387 mi | $840 |
| Plaid (21inch wheels) | AWD | 33 | 101 | 348 mi | $920 |
| Performance (21in Wheels) | AWD | 35 | 96 | 334 mi | $970 |
MPGe is the distance an electric car travels on 33.7 kWh, the energy in a gallon of gasoline. Fewer kWh per 100 miles means a lower running cost.
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Model S AWD: $1,950 in Hawaii and $520 in Louisiana, a $1,430 difference.
Similar cars
Closest combined MPGe among MY2026 large car models.
Generations
- 2012-2014
- 2015-2020 (2012)
- 2021-2026 (2021)
Frequently asked questions
How efficient is the 2021-2026 Tesla Model S?
EPA rates the 2021-2026 Tesla Model S at 93–124 MPGe combined across 17 configurations and 6 model years. The most efficient version, the 2026 Model S AWD, is rated 124 MPGe (132 city, 116 highway).
Which years were the most efficient in the 2021-2026 Tesla Model S?
The Model S AWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 124 MPGe, in 2025 and 2026. The lowest top rating, 120 MPGe, was in 2021, 2022 and 2023.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2021-2026 Tesla Model S?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026.
How does the 2021-2026 Tesla Model S compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2015-2020 Tesla Model S) is rated 89–117 MPGe combined and costs $790–$1,040 a year to fuel; the 2021-2026 model is rated 93–124 MPGe and costs $750–$990 a year.
How much does it cost to charge a 2026 Tesla Model S per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026), the Model S AWD costs about $750 a year. Across all 3 configurations the cost runs $750–$990 a year. That is a $240 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2026 Tesla Model S 100 miles?
About $5.00 per 100 miles for the Model S AWD at residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026), and between $5.00 and $6.60 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
How does the 2026 Tesla Model S compare with other large car configurations?
The Model S AWD costs about $750 a year to fuel, $1,480 less than the class median of $2,230, and less than 9 of 10 large car configurations. The comparison covers all 64 rated large car configurations for MY2026, not weighted by sales.
What is the range and charging cost of the 2026 Tesla Model S?
EPA rates the range at 309–410 miles depending on configuration, and the Model S AWD goes 410 mi. Efficiency is 27–36 kWh per 100 miles (93–124 MPGe). At residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026), charging costs $750–$990 a year, or $5.00 per 100 miles for the Model S AWD.
Is the 2026 Tesla Model S different from the 2025 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 124 MPGe. Its annual cost stays at $750. EPA lists 3 configurations for 2026 against 3 configurations for 2025. See the 2025 Tesla Model S for that year.