Tesla Model S evolution

Tesla's flagship since 2012 — a battery-electric full-size liftback widely regarded as one of the most influential EVs ever made.
1 generation, oldest to newest — open any step for details.

Model S2012–20263 phases
2012
Tesla Model S Model Sⓘ
New generation
Model S
📅 2012–2016

Launch car with a chrome-look front grille; RWD at first, dual-motor 'D' AWD variants added mid-cycle.

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2016
Tesla Model S Model Sⓘ
Facelift
2016 refresh
📅 2016–2021

Body-colour nose replacing the grille, full-LED adaptive headlights; 100 kWh 100D/P100D added.

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2021
Tesla Model S Model Sⓘ
Facelift
2021 refresh (Palladium / Plaid)
📅 2021–2026

New horizontal-screen interior (initially a yoke), AMD Ryzen infotainment, 0.208 Cd, and the tri-motor Plaid.

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