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2017 Tesla Model S consumer reviews

$68,000 starting MSRP
side view of 2017 Model S Tesla
(40 reviews)
90% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.7
  • Interior 4.4
  • Performance 4.9
  • Value 4.1
  • Exterior 4.7
  • Reliability 4.6
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Amazing car!!!

Best car I have owned in 30 years. Comfort, speed, ?fuel? efficient. Fast, nimble and amazing auto-drive features Pricey upfront but then very low cost to drive. I had 2013 tesla s85 and Just traded in for 2017 Tesla 100D

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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No guilt acceleration without the McClaren price

OK, where else can you buy a car that goes 0-60 in about 4 seconds (2.4 if you get the P100D @ around $140k), has 4 doors, ZERO emissions and hugs the ground like a $200,000+ sportscar all for around half the price of the other supercars at $100k? Audi R8 V10 , McLaren 570S, Porsche 911 Turbo S are all excellent ICE automobiles and very fun to drive. But...IF you are interested in our environment and lowering (read, not eliminating) your carbon footprint, but still LOVE some acceleration in a beautiful sportscar, this is your car. Oh yea, you can bring your family too because it has 4 doors! I took it on a road trip from Asheville, NC to College Park, MD using 2 Superchargers along the way and return trip (I didn't have to stop twice to charge as the 100D gets about 300+ per charge), but I'm a 52yo male...if you are post 50, you'll understand :). Yes, you have to plan your stops but the Superchargers are located in very convenient locations with restaurants etc along the way. The biggest joy is driving by the gas stations and smiling because I'm using renewable energy. If you are looking at a Porsche 911 Turbo S, McClaren 570, Audi R8 but would love it if those cars had 4 doors (I know Panamera does, but it doesn't have the best repair record), then you need to SERIOUSLY go and test drive a Tesla. I know that at this price, the Tesla S model isn't for everyone, but I feel that everyone should consider an electric vehicle (Model 3?) to be less dependent on foreign oil and fossil fuels in general. I realize that making the battery takes some, but it stops there. Once you are on the road= ZERO emissions. Check out Like Tesla on youtube for some more in depth information about the Tesla.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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The Future Now

Carl Benz invented the automobile in the 19th Century, Ferdinand Porsche designed the VW Beetle for the masses in the 20th Century, now Tesla offers the acceleration of a race bike, the comfort of a Luxury sedan and technology of a self guided spacecraft worthy of the 21st Century

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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The next generation of driving vehicle.

I was impressed by the styling and functionality of the Tesla Model S P85D. I was blown away by the power and comfort of this car. The cars interior was refreshing and modern with all of the technological doodads you'd ever need. The stability and acceleration of this car was outstanding. If you haven't already, schedule a test drive of this car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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The wave of the future

This vehicle is essentially the leading edge of technology, styling, and performance without any emissions or gasoline!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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All Electric suer quiet

Great car, air suspension with all electric drive train makes it feel like you are floating on air. Autopilot 2.0 is fantastic in all aspects of driving. Unlimited supercharging with Premium seats. I get asked all types of questions, definitely a head turner! The car sits in a garage everyday.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Americas greatest Car

We have owned our Tesla S for about 6 months and have loved the performance and value. With dual motors the all wheel drive makes driving in bad conditions better than any previous car we've owned. Including ourJeep Wrangler (car #2). I'm 6'5" tall and the Tesla is incredibly comfortable. On long trips using the high speed charging system means no fuel cost and quick charges at SuperChargers conveniently located at stops with restaurants and shopping available. Great styling. Amazing acceleration and autopilot to reduce stress on long rides. Seriously, just go test drive one. You will see what all the hype is about.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Like driving the future

This car is a head turner everywhere you go. People will come up asking questions about how the electric car functions and all the cool features it has. The autopilot has been getting better so self driving is coming soon. This car is mainly used for in city so charging at home over night will fully charge it. The car has absolute quick acceleration and many safety features. The interior could have been designed better there are no large side storage pockets in each door nor is there simple things like coat hangers and lights for the sun visor mirrors. 9/10 I would buy this car again.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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300+ miles on single charge

This is my third Tesla, a 100D. Drove 308 miles up hill (3200' elevation gain) on one charge, drove 65-70. What a great car

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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A Much Smarter Car

Amazing. The car is much smarter than me. My IQ went up 50 points just driving this automobile. The technology is fun and drives great. Super quiet

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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