2018 Tesla Model S Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating

Source NHTSA

MPG (up to)

92 -102 City / 102 -105 HWY

Source FuelEconomy.gov

Horsepower

518

Seats

Positive Owner Reviews

Steve J

Awesome and attractive but need some redevelopment.

The whole car feels better from a noise/vibration/harshness point of view. Operational convenience and user experience is off the charts. I never use my key. Just go to the car; door handle opens automatically; sit down and drive. There are just so many benefits to ownership, like never having to go to the gas station, never having to take the car to get a smog check, never having to get an oil change, reduced need for brake service, carpool lane privilege, etc. But material quality is mediocre, it is shockingly badly put together and it is not reliable.

Hannah W

New car of the future in the world.

It is very comfy and very reliable, especially with its airplane mode. It has to charge so that is unfortunate, but it's a lot more convenient than gas I think. I have not had any problems with this car so far as I've had it. My friends and family love riding in it as it's easy to keep looking clean and new.

Doug P

My car is bigger than any car that is my highlight about my car.

About the car it has no problems, good performance, good reliability,comfort and good features. I love my car for its good performance. I like its reliability,I like the way of my car is comfortable. I love the most of my car that it has good and nice features.

Nightrain B

Tesla model s benefits for a new driver.

I love my tesla though we do not have a garage so when it gets colder it starts a bit slowly and the breaks screech loudly. It drives very smoothly and I love the heating and cooling systems for they are extremely efficient. When changing lanes the car is not jerky almost regardless of the driver’s expertise. Though something I have mixed feelings about is how quiet the car is when driving because often times pedestrians seldom hear you approaching which can be dangerous obviously. Charging is very easy and makes things cost effective because of the free charging stations located throughout the country. The car is beautiful and does a little good for the environment as well.

William B

Tesla, Best car Ever! No Maintenance Required!

The Tesla Model S P100D is a driver's dream come true. Other than replacing the tires, there is no maintenance. This is my second Tesla and I will have another. I particularly enjoy the AutoSteer feature. The acceleration is very helpful in pulling out into traffic and for navigating through traffic. I never stop at a gas station. Charge at home and at work.

Jack S

The autopilot drives the car for you.

The car is perfect, the autopilot feature is amazing and time saver. The interior of the car is amazing and sick as well, all around a great car. Tesla does it right, they pay attention to every single little detail you wouldn't even think about. The tesla app is one of the best features.

Delilah K

Tesla’s do not run on gas.

Tesla’s are extremely comfortable. It was way more fun riding than cars that run on gasoline.They’re also better for the environment. Tesla’s are becoming affordable to more and more people, ultimately accelerating the advent of clean transport and clean energy production. Electric cars, batteries, and renewable energy generation and storage already exist independently, but when combined, they become even more powerful – that is the future we want.

Melissa B

I love the seating of the car. It very comforting and smooth.

Sometimes it needs a lot of gas in order to get to where I need to be. It can be complicated because I have a lot of places and plan I have to go and do. The seats, the wheel, and the carpeting are extremely comfortable. But I love my car because it can get me where I need to be.

Negative Owner Reviews

Steven Michaels

Stick to Gas Powered Vehicles

I have never owned a Tesla but do see quite a few on the roads every day...not sure who they target as the average consumer but for that price, they have lost 90% of buyers searching for a commuter vehicle. Im so happy to have grown up when gas was as little as .10/litre, we enjoyed our muscle cars and never thought of emissions etc...to this day, I still prefer my gas vehicles although most of us have opted for smaller fuel efficient vehicles, mind you, I still own my V8 Roadster and love cruise it. I spend on average of about $3000/year on fuel and I do drive for pleasure most of the time. This car would be of no value for me as the price would set me back roughly the cost of 30 years worth of gas...I probably won't be drive at that age...Not even sure I would have gone that route even if I were just starting out at the age 16...would that car even last 40 years...I doubt it. Give Teslas another 10 years, perhaps they will be able to compete with the big 3 American companies when it comes to pricing, only then will you see a greater increase in EV on the road...

Jamie Banner

Not for the average consumer

Beautiful looking cars but not priced for the average Joe looking for a family car, grocery getter lol...look around, most people love their pick up trucks and suv's. I for one would never spend that kind of money to save the environment !! Zero to 60 in less than 5 seconds, big deal..the old days of street racing are over, try that stunt today and enjoy your car being impounded and license suspended for.week, not to mention the nice fine that comes along with it after your day in court...that okay, there are plenty of fools who choose this route, I'd say, increase the fines to $10,000 and give me a tax break lol...Most of us still enjoy our gas guzzling V8's and will never trade them in for electric, I love my road trips and don't want to stop to charge up every 400kms....with gas, I fill up and I'm on my way!!

Jorge L

Why I love tesla's model s car.

The car is very silent and is excellent in general with very low mileage. Do not have to waist much on it. Only for less than $30,000 it is great for its price and contains a lot of available technology inside. I strongly do recommend this vehicle for someone who wants to save.

Tesla Model S Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

75D

518 HP 104 MPG 5 Seats

100D

518 HP 102 MPG 5 Seats

P100D

518 HP 99 MPG 5 Seats

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2018 Tesla Model S Owner Reviews

4.71

73 Reviews

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Brandon M on June 16, 2021

Tesla a great car I recommend one hundred percent.

It is great the tesla is a great car mainly because of the screen on the front you get a tablet it is very cool and it receives updates like a phone would which is pretty cool and the reason I love this car is because a cool youtuber got it and it was hyped up when he got it.

Nightrain B on June 2, 2021

Tesla model s benefits for a new driver.

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Ranks #3 Hybrid & Electric by Owners

The 2018 Tesla Model S has an average owner rating of 4.71 out of 5 which ranks it #3 of 22 other Hybrid & Electrics.

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Ranks #6 Hybrid & Electric by Fuel Economy

The 2018 Tesla Model S has a combined MPG of 126 which ranks it #6 of 22 other Hybrid & Electrics.

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Is The 2018 Tesla Model S A Good Car?

It is a great vehicle. The safety features are great, the technology on the car is amazing and it rides very smooth.

Lisa C.

It is a great car with amazing horsepower. The interior is beyond astonishing and might I mention how amazing the car is itself I would not say this is a good vehicle I would say it's an amazing... Read More

Lisa B.

Yes. It’s great for early adopters. If you like nifty gadgets, you’ll like this car. If you like to keep learning about your car, you'll like it

Stacy W.

How Reliable Is The 2018 Tesla Model S?

Yes, it is extremely reliable with the information it portrays and the safety features. It does not have any problems.

Kristen S.

No not really I have not had any difficulties with my car. So I would say no due to the fact that nothing can go with a tesla.

Amber G.

It’s very reliable. Everything works as advertised. I've had zero problems. When I broke the charge port door, getting it fixed was quick and easy.

Susan N.

Is The 2018 Tesla Model S A Good Value?

It cost roughly 90,000.00. It may not seem like a good value, but I do not have to buy gas, do checkups and I get a break on my insurance and electric companies.

Rachel W.

The cost of a tesla model-s is around 76,000 dollars so I would say it’s very pricey to some but the value is good for what you get out of the car

Tiffany C.

Mine cost $95,000, before the Federal and Colorado tax credits. If the car lasts me for 20 years, it will have been a good value

Zach P.

Safety & Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

Front

Not Rated

Rollover

Side

Not Rated

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front