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2014 Tesla Model S: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest 2014 Model S change was the late-year debut of dual-motor all-wheel drive, led by the P85D. Tesla also added driver-assistance sensors and several cabin updates during production, so equipment varies among 2014 cars.
About the 2014 Tesla Model S
1st generation (2012-2020), third model year and last full year before dual-motor versions became broadly established; pre-2016 exterior refresh.
Tesla positioned the Model S as a premium electric sedan that did not require the usual electric-car compromises. Its core strengths were long driving range, immediate and quiet acceleration, a low center of gravity, generous hatchback-style cargo room and a large touchscreen replacing many conventional controls. The 2014 range stretched from the practical 60 to sports-car-quick Performance versions, while late-year dual-motor models added all-weather traction without a mechanical driveshaft.
The 2014 range spans the 208-mile 60, the longer-range 85, the quick rear-drive P85 and the dual-motor P85D. Every version centers its cabin around a 17-inch touchscreen, while the P85D stands out with all-wheel drive, a 691-hp combined rating and a Tesla-claimed 3.2-second 0–60 mph time. The 85D was announced for the 2014 lineup, but its North American deliveries were scheduled to begin in February 2015.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
Dual-motor all-wheel drive joined the lineup late in the year. P85D deliveries began in December 2014, while the announced 85D was scheduled to reach North American customers in February 2015. The lineup also shifted from the prior Base, Performance and Signature naming to 60, 85, 85D, P85 and P85D trims.
Safety
Newly built late-production cars gained forward radar, a front camera, 12 ultrasonic sensors and electronically controlled braking hardware. Lane-departure and speed-limit alerts were standard on these cars, but earlier 2014 examples may lack the hardware.
Tech
Software version 6.0 brought revised instrument-panel graphics and new power-management settings.
Structural
Late-production updates brought more comfortable front seats, a quieter cabin, wider-opening rear doors, larger sun visors and revised steering-column controls. The underlying platform did not change.
2014 Tesla Model S specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | AC Electric Motor | AC Electric Motor | Dual AC Electric Motors | AC Electric Motor | Dual AC Electric Motors |
| Transmission | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Single-Speed Fixed Gear |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD | RWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric | Electric | Electric | Electric |
| Horsepower | 380 hp | 380 hp | 376 hp | 416 hp | 691 hp |
| Torque | 317 lb-ft | 325 lb-ft | 443 lb-ft | 687 lb-ft | |
| Trunk/Cargo | 31.6 cu-ft | 31.6 cu-ft | 31.6 cu-ft | 31.6 cu-ft | 31.6 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 35.4 in | 35.4 in | 35.4 in | 35.4 in | 35.4 in |
| Seats | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Electric Range | 208 | 265 | 242 | 265 | 242 |
| MPGe Combined | 95 | 89 | 100 | 89 | 93 |
| 4-Wheel Disc Brakes | |||||
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||||
| Alarm System | |||||
| Anti-Lock Brakes | |||||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | |||||
| Automatic Headlights | |||||
| Cruise Control | |||||
| Front & Rear Parking Sensors | |||||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||||
| Park Assist | |||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | |||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||
| Stability Control | |||||
| 360 Camera | |||||
| Traction Control | |||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | |||||
| Fog Lights | |||||
| HID Headlights | |||||
| Heated Mirrors | |||||
| LED Daytime Running Lights | |||||
| LED Tail Lights | |||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | |||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | |||||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | |||||
| Power Mirrors | |||||
| Rear Spoiler | |||||
| Remote Control Liftgate/Trunk Release | |||||
| AM/FM Radio | |||||
| Navigation System | |||||
| Premium Audio | |||||
| Smartphone Interface | |||||
| Subwoofer | |||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | |||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | |||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||||
| Folding Rear Seat | |||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||
| Heated Rear Seats | |||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | |||||
| Leather Seats | |||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | |||||
| Memory Front Seats | |||||
| Power Steering | |||||
| Power Windows | |||||
| Remote Keyless Entry | |||||
| Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel | |||||
| Wood Interior Trim | |||||
Frequently asked questions
What was the biggest change to the 2014 Tesla Model S?
The biggest change was the late-2014 arrival of dual-motor all-wheel drive, led by the P85D. Its added front motor improved traction and helped deliver a Tesla-claimed 3.2-second 0–60 mph time.
Does every 2014 Tesla Model S have all-wheel drive?
No. The 60, 85 and P85 use a single rear motor and rear-wheel drive. The P85D brought all-wheel drive late in 2014, while North American 85D deliveries were scheduled to begin in February 2015.
Does every 2014 Model S have the newer driver-assistance sensors?
No. Tesla began fitting radar, a front camera and 12 ultrasonic sensors during the 2014 production year, so earlier cars may not have them. Check the equipment on the individual vehicle rather than assuming all 2014 examples are the same.
How is the 2014 P85D different from the 2014 P85?
The P85D has two motors and all-wheel drive, while the P85 has one high-output rear motor and rear-wheel drive. The P85D also carries a 691-hp combined rating and a Tesla-claimed 3.2-second 0–60 mph time, compared with roughly 4.2 seconds for the P85.
Why can two 2014 Model S cars have different equipment?
Tesla made updates during the production year rather than at one clean model-year cutoff. Late-production cars may have the newer safety sensors, front seats, cabin insulation, rear-door opening, sun visors and steering-column controls that earlier 2014 cars lack.
2014 Tesla Model S Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2014 Tesla Model S.
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“I think the Model S P85D is a great value for the price. It is stylish and luxurious.”