| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Model S | Model S | Model S |
| Trim | 75D | 100D | P100D |
| Engines | |||
| Transmissions | |||
| Drivetrains | |||
| Tires | |||
| Audio Systems | |||
| Accessories | |||
| Automatically maintains speed based on preceding car and speed limit signs. Can bring vehicle to a complete stop then accelerate back up to set speed. Replaces regular adaptive cruise control, and includes its value. | |||
| Change lanes by tapping turn signal. | |||
| Car enters and exits parking spaces and garages without a driver in the car. Controlled by key fob or remote app. | |||
| Tell the car where to go and it does the rest. Subject to future system validation and regulatory approval. | |||
| The car autonomously searches for a parking spot before parking itself. Subject to future system validation and regulatory approval. | |||
| Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available. | |||
| Liftgate can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob. | |||
| Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket. | |||
| Check on car and remotely control various functions (remote start, locks, lights, and/or HVAC) from a telephone or computer. Can require a monthly fee. | |||
| Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob. | |||
| Automatically steers the vehicle into a parking space. Driver operates the transmission, and sometimes also the brake and accelerator. | |||
| The car steers itself with no requirement that the driver keep a hand on the steering wheel. Can require that the driver take over at any time. | |||
| Homelink. | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Rear disc brakes. | |||
| Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | |||
| Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time. | |||
| If collision detection system senses imminent collision, applies moderate braking. | |||
| Alerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly. | |||
| Mandatory, in all cars. | |||
| Alerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane. | |||
| Beeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid. | |||
| Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid. | |||
| Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system. | |||
| Deploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others. | |||
| Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row. | |||
| Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning). | |||
| Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire. | |||
| When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction. | |||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Large storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized. | |||
| Climate Control | |||
| Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | |||
| Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | |||
| Highly effective interior air filter. | |||
| Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features. | |||
| Ionizes air to clean it. Might create high levels of ozone. | |||
| Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor. | |||
| Vents at aft end of center console, in B-pillars, and/or in ceiling. | |||
| Heating elements defrost area where front wipers rest. | |||
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Triple level charger, fastest charge times with 220V source. | |||
| Allows for quick charging to 80 percent capacity at 440V charging stations. Using such chargers frequently might degrade the battery. | |||
| Increases charge rate when using an upgraded at-home charger. | |||
| Exterior | |||
| One or more glass panels in the roof that cannot be opened or removed. | |||
| Front glass panel retracts over a fixed glass roof panel. Entire unit covers nearly the entire roof. | |||
| Gas Guzzler Tax | |||
| Infotainment | |||
| Higher speed Internet connection. Monthly fee after trial period. | |||
| Touchscreen and/or voice control over apps that can include online search, Facebook, Twitter, Pandora, OpenTable, and MovieTickets.com. Requires connected compatible phone. Fees may apply after first three years. | |||
| Uses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone. | |||
| Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers. | |||
| High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees. | |||
| Connects car to the Internet to update systems, download information, and/or browse. Includes internal modem, usually requires car-specific broadband service with monthly fee. | |||
| Screen-based navigation system. | |||
| Alerts driver when the car is moving out of range of any quick charging station. | |||
| XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply. | |||
| Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls. | |||
| Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Driver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | |||
| High beams automatically turned on and off. | |||
| Passenger-side rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | |||
| Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | |||
| Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights. | |||
| Lights illuminate area just ahead and to the side of the vehicle when the turn signals are used or the steering wheel is turned. | |||
| Light wide area close in front of the vehicle. | |||
| Clears ice and fog from mirrors. | |||
| LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior. | |||
| The information displayed by the instruments can be customized. Color display(s) of at least 20 square inches. | |||
| Standard or optional in some hybrid vehicles. Fancy display of power flows, enhanced trip computer information. | |||
| LED headlights last longer and use less energy than other types. | |||
| Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||
| Front row reading lights. | |||
| One or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb. | |||
| Area around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked. | |||
| Includes value of manual remote mirrors. | |||
| Mirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots. | |||
| Displays the current speed limit. Included with nav on an increasing number of cars. No feature value here because incomplete info on availability. | |||
| Headlights swivel when steering wheel is turned. | |||
| Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats. | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Won't be listed in conjunction with wood or aluminum trim even if they are available together. | |||
| Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||
| Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | |||
| Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | |||
| Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | |||
| Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | |||
| Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | |||
| Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | |||
| Seat faces rearward. | |||
| A.k.a vinyl, leatherette, MB-Tex, NuLuxe. | |||
| Usually also includes synthetic suede on the pillars. | |||
| Real wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Air springs automatically level the vehicle and enable manual adjustment of ride height. | |||
| Varies throttle, steering, ABS, and/or stability control calibration. | |||
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