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2021 Tesla Model S vs. 2016 Tesla Model S Price Comparison (MSRP)

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2021 Tesla Model S vs. 2016 Tesla Model S Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $80,950

2016 Tesla Model S 70   
Difference: $20,240

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2021202120162016201620162016201620162016
ModelModel SModel SModel SModel SModel SModel SModel SModel SModel SModel S
TrimLong RangePlaid7070D8585DP85D9090DP90D
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $94,990 $129,990 $70,000 $75,000 $80,000 $85,000 $105,000 $83,000 $88,000 $108,000
Enhanced Autopilot 5,000 5,000                
Dark-colored headliner (optional) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Panoramic sunroof 2,000 2,000 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500
Paint, special red 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500
Third-row 2-person bench 4,000 4,000 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000
Autopilot Convenience Features     2,500 2,500 2,500 2,500 2,500 2,500 2,500 2,500
Premium Interior and Lighting     3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000
Wood trim     750 750 750 750 750 750 750 750
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable     2,500 2,500 2,500 2,500 2,500 2,500 2,500 2,500
Front sport buckets     2,500 2,500 2,500 2,500 2,500 2,500 2,500 2,500
Enhanced Autopilot 0 0                
Dark-colored headliner (optional) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Panoramic sunroof 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Paint, special red 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Third-row 2-person bench 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Autopilot Convenience Features     0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Premium Interior and Lighting     0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Wood trim     0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable     0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Front sport buckets     0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Options (change) 12,500 12,500 17,250 17,250 17,250 17,250 17,250 17,250 17,250 17,250
Options (change) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Destination 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200
Gas Tax -7,500 -7,500 -7,500 -7,500 -7,500 -7,500 -7,500 -7,500 -7,500 -7,500
Total Price $101,190 $136,190 $80,950 $85,950 $90,950 $95,950 $115,950 $93,950 $98,950 $118,950

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: 2021 Tesla Model S vs. 2016 Tesla Model S

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: 2016 Tesla Model S 70
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $20,065
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8
Model Year2021202120162016201620162016201620162016
ModelModel SModel SModel SModel SModel SModel SModel SModel SModel SModel S
TrimLong RangePlaid7070D8585DP85D9090DP90D
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine670hp E1020hp E315hp E328hp E373hp E417hp E463hp E373hp E417hp E463hp E
TransmissionA1A1A1A1A1A1A1A1A1A1
DrivetrainAWDAWDRWDAWDRWDAWDAWDRWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)200, 7200, 7200, 7200, 7200, 7200, 7200, 7200, 7200, 7200, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/45-19255/45-19245/45-19245/45-19245/45-19245/45-19245/45-19245/45-19245/45-19245/45-19
Total Price$101,190$136,190$80,950$85,950$90,950$95,950$115,950$93,950$98,950$118,950
Adjustments for Features-175-1750-1,7250-1,725-1,8000-1,725-1,800
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$101,015$136,015$80,950$84,225$90,950$94,225$114,150$93,950$97,225$117,150
Cost Above Minimum$0$35,000$0$3,275$10,000$13,275$33,200$13,000$16,275$36,200

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Features Comparison: 2021 Tesla Model S vs. 2016 Tesla Model S

Model Year2021202120162016201620162016201620162016
ModelModel SModel SModel SModel SModel SModel SModel SModel SModel SModel S
TrimLong RangePlaid7070D8585DP85D9090DP90D
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
1-speed automatic$800$800$800$800$800$800$800$800$800$800
AWD$1700$1700 $1700 $1700$1700 $1700$1700
RWD  $0 $0  $0  
Accessories 
Power charge port door$25$25 $25 $25$25 $25$25
Engine / Motor 
400 kWh a year of DC charging credits$200$200        
70 kWh battery pack  $0$0      
85 kWh battery pack    $0$0$0   
90 kWh battery pack       $0$0$0
DC quick-charging capability$750$750        
DC quick-charging capability, free proprietary network  $1000$1000$1000$1000$1000$1000$1000$1000
Exterior 
Painted brake calipers (optional)      $0  $0
Infotainment 
Navigation map updates, seven years$0$0        
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
LED headlights$1000$1000        
Steering-linked headlights$150$150        
Xenon HID headlights  $500$500$500$500$500$500$500$500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Leather door panel trim  $250$250$250$250$250$250$250$250
Leather seating surfaces  $900$900$900$900$900$900$900$900
Leather-wrapped steering wheel  $150$150$150$150$150$150$150$150
Metal pedals      $75  $75
Synthetic suede headliner  $650$650$650$650$650$650$650$650
Upholstered instrument cluster hood, synthetic suede  $200$200$200$200$200$200$200$200
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)      $0  $0
Total Value of Features$4,625$4,625$4,450$6,175$4,450$6,175$6,250$4,450$6,175$6,250
Value of Feature Adjustments$175$175$0$1,725$0$1,725$1,800$0$1,725$1,800
Value of Feature Adjustments1180126011398011095

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Specifications Comparison: 2021 Tesla Model S vs. 2016 Tesla Model S

Model Year20212016
ModelModel SModel S
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Wheelbase116.5 in116.5 in
Length196.0 in196.0 in
Width77.3 in77.3 in
Height56.5 in56.5 in
Curb Weight4,562 lb.4,609 lb.
Row 1 Headroom38.8 in38.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.7 in57.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.0 in55.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.7 in42.7 in
Row 2 Headroom35.3 in35.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.0 in55.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.7 in54.7 in
Row 2 Legroom35.4 in35.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
28.4 ft331.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
62.3 ft363.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
2021 Tesla Model S Long Range

Enhanced Autopilot
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed, road sign aware850Yes
Automated lane change300Yes
Automated parking system, remote200Yes
Semi-autonomous driving600Yes
Total Requested2650100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
2021 Tesla Model S Plaid

Enhanced Autopilot
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed, road sign aware850Yes
Automated lane change300Yes
Automated parking system, remote200Yes
Semi-autonomous driving600Yes
Total Requested2650100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
2016 Tesla Model S 70

Paint, special white
FeatureValueRequested?
Paint, special white0Yes
Metallic paint (extra cost)250Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Third-row 2-person bench
FeatureValueRequested?
Third-row 2-person bench0Yes
Folding third row seats600Yes
Rear-facing third row seats0Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Paint, special red
FeatureValueRequested?
Paint, special red0Yes
Metallic paint (extra cost)250Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Front sport buckets
FeatureValueRequested?
Front sport buckets100Yes
Leather seating surfaces900No
Total Requested10010%
Total Not Requested90090%
Autopilot Convenience Features
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Parking guidance system - active500Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed and road sign aware850Yes
Automated lane change300Yes
Automated parking system200Yes
Semi-autonomous driving600Yes
Total Requested2650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Interior and Lighting
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather upholstery, extended coverage900No
Fog lights125Yes
Power liftgate350Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Leather door panel trim250No
Upholstered instrument cluster hood, synthetic suede200No
Total Requested67533%
Total Not Requested135067%

Option Package Details
2016 Tesla Model S 70D

Paint, special white
FeatureValueRequested?
Paint, special white0Yes
Metallic paint (extra cost)250Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Third-row 2-person bench
FeatureValueRequested?
Third-row 2-person bench0Yes
Folding third row seats600Yes
Rear-facing third row seats0Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Paint, special red
FeatureValueRequested?
Paint, special red0Yes
Metallic paint (extra cost)250Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Front sport buckets
FeatureValueRequested?
Front sport buckets100Yes
Leather seating surfaces900No
Total Requested10010%
Total Not Requested90090%
Autopilot Convenience Features
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Parking guidance system - active500Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed and road sign aware850Yes
Automated lane change300Yes
Automated parking system200Yes
Semi-autonomous driving600Yes
Total Requested2650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Interior and Lighting
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather upholstery, extended coverage900No
Fog lights125Yes
Power liftgate350Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Leather door panel trim250No
Upholstered instrument cluster hood, synthetic suede200No
Total Requested67533%
Total Not Requested135067%

Option Package Details
2016 Tesla Model S 85

Paint, special white
FeatureValueRequested?
Paint, special white0Yes
Metallic paint (extra cost)250Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Third-row 2-person bench
FeatureValueRequested?
Third-row 2-person bench0Yes
Folding third row seats600Yes
Rear-facing third row seats0Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Paint, special red
FeatureValueRequested?
Paint, special red0Yes
Metallic paint (extra cost)250Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Front sport buckets
FeatureValueRequested?
Front sport buckets100Yes
Leather seating surfaces900No
Total Requested10010%
Total Not Requested90090%
Autopilot Convenience Features
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Parking guidance system - active500Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed and road sign aware850Yes
Automated lane change300Yes
Automated parking system200Yes
Semi-autonomous driving600Yes
Total Requested2650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Interior and Lighting
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather upholstery, extended coverage900No
Fog lights125Yes
Power liftgate350Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Leather door panel trim250No
Upholstered instrument cluster hood, synthetic suede200No
Total Requested67533%
Total Not Requested135067%

Option Package Details
2016 Tesla Model S 85D

Paint, special white
FeatureValueRequested?
Paint, special white0Yes
Metallic paint (extra cost)250Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Third-row 2-person bench
FeatureValueRequested?
Third-row 2-person bench0Yes
Folding third row seats600Yes
Rear-facing third row seats0Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Paint, special red
FeatureValueRequested?
Paint, special red0Yes
Metallic paint (extra cost)250Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Front sport buckets
FeatureValueRequested?
Front sport buckets100Yes
Leather seating surfaces900No
Total Requested10010%
Total Not Requested90090%
Autopilot Convenience Features
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Parking guidance system - active500Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed and road sign aware850Yes
Automated lane change300Yes
Automated parking system200Yes
Semi-autonomous driving600Yes
Total Requested2650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Interior and Lighting
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather upholstery, extended coverage900No
Fog lights125Yes
Power liftgate350Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Leather door panel trim250No
Upholstered instrument cluster hood, synthetic suede200No
Total Requested67533%
Total Not Requested135067%

Option Package Details
2016 Tesla Model S P85D

Paint, special white
FeatureValueRequested?
Paint, special white0Yes
Metallic paint (extra cost)250Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Third-row 2-person bench
FeatureValueRequested?
Third-row 2-person bench0Yes
Folding third row seats600Yes
Rear-facing third row seats0Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Paint, special red
FeatureValueRequested?
Paint, special red0Yes
Metallic paint (extra cost)250Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Front sport buckets
FeatureValueRequested?
Front sport buckets100Yes
Leather seating surfaces900No
Total Requested10010%
Total Not Requested90090%
Autopilot Convenience Features
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Parking guidance system - active500Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed and road sign aware850Yes
Automated lane change300Yes
Automated parking system200Yes
Semi-autonomous driving600Yes
Total Requested2650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Interior and Lighting
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather upholstery, extended coverage900No
Fog lights125Yes
Power liftgate350Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Leather door panel trim250No
Upholstered instrument cluster hood, synthetic suede200No
Total Requested67533%
Total Not Requested135067%

Option Package Details
2016 Tesla Model S 90

Paint, special white
FeatureValueRequested?
Paint, special white0Yes
Metallic paint (extra cost)250Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Third-row 2-person bench
FeatureValueRequested?
Third-row 2-person bench0Yes
Folding third row seats600Yes
Rear-facing third row seats0Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Paint, special red
FeatureValueRequested?
Paint, special red0Yes
Metallic paint (extra cost)250Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Front sport buckets
FeatureValueRequested?
Front sport buckets100Yes
Leather seating surfaces900No
Total Requested10010%
Total Not Requested90090%
Autopilot Convenience Features
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Parking guidance system - active500Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed and road sign aware850Yes
Automated lane change300Yes
Automated parking system200Yes
Semi-autonomous driving600Yes
Total Requested2650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Interior and Lighting
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather upholstery, extended coverage900No
Fog lights125Yes
Power liftgate350Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Leather door panel trim250No
Upholstered instrument cluster hood, synthetic suede200No
Total Requested67533%
Total Not Requested135067%

Option Package Details
2016 Tesla Model S 90D

Paint, special white
FeatureValueRequested?
Paint, special white0Yes
Metallic paint (extra cost)250Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Third-row 2-person bench
FeatureValueRequested?
Third-row 2-person bench0Yes
Folding third row seats600Yes
Rear-facing third row seats0Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Paint, special red
FeatureValueRequested?
Paint, special red0Yes
Metallic paint (extra cost)250Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Front sport buckets
FeatureValueRequested?
Front sport buckets100Yes
Leather seating surfaces900No
Total Requested10010%
Total Not Requested90090%
Autopilot Convenience Features
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Parking guidance system - active500Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed and road sign aware850Yes
Automated lane change300Yes
Automated parking system200Yes
Semi-autonomous driving600Yes
Total Requested2650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Interior and Lighting
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather upholstery, extended coverage900No
Fog lights125Yes
Power liftgate350Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Leather door panel trim250No
Upholstered instrument cluster hood, synthetic suede200No
Total Requested67533%
Total Not Requested135067%

Option Package Details
2016 Tesla Model S P90D

Paint, special white
FeatureValueRequested?
Paint, special white0Yes
Metallic paint (extra cost)250Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Third-row 2-person bench
FeatureValueRequested?
Third-row 2-person bench0Yes
Folding third row seats600Yes
Rear-facing third row seats0Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Paint, special red
FeatureValueRequested?
Paint, special red0Yes
Metallic paint (extra cost)250Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Front sport buckets
FeatureValueRequested?
Front sport buckets100Yes
Leather seating surfaces900No
Total Requested10010%
Total Not Requested90090%
Autopilot Convenience Features
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Parking guidance system - active500Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed and road sign aware850Yes
Automated lane change300Yes
Automated parking system200Yes
Semi-autonomous driving600Yes
Total Requested2650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Interior and Lighting
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather upholstery, extended coverage900No
Fog lights125Yes
Power liftgate350Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Leather door panel trim250No
Upholstered instrument cluster hood, synthetic suede200No
Total Requested67533%
Total Not Requested135067%

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