Tesla Model S Trim Levels Explained

Last updated August 4, 2026

Tesla Model S

The Tesla Model S lineup breaks into four clear branches. Base Model covers the regular 60, 60D, 70, 70D, 75, 75D, Standard, and base cars; it is the everyday blend of electric speed, comfort, technology, cargo room, and usable range. Extended Range covers 85, 85D, 90D, 100D, Long Range, and Long Range Plus, with longer-distance travel taking priority over maximum acceleration. Premium Edition means the 2012–2013 Signature, a limited launch model with richer leather and convenience equipment. Performance includes P85, P85D, P90D, P100D, Performance, Signature Performance, and Plaid; it is the speed-first branch, with Plaid adding three motors and track-focused hardware.

What each trim is known for

Tesla Model S Base Model

Base Model

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The Base Model trim level—60, 60D, 70, 70D, 75, 75D, Standard, and base—is the regular Model S formula, focused on everyday range, comfort, technology, and hatchback practicality rather than track use.

Best for: Drivers who want the core Model S experience and do not need a range-specialist or speed-first version.

Highlights

  • Electric drive with rear-wheel drive on some early non-D cars and all-wheel drive on D models and current regular cars
  • Touchscreen-centered cabin and controls
  • Front trunk and large rear hatch cargo area
  • Everyday comfort and range focus
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Tesla Model S Extended Range

Extended Range

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The Extended Range trim level—85, 85D, 90D, 100D, Long Range, and Long Range Plus—is the road-trip branch, built around going farther rather than delivering the quickest possible acceleration.

Best for: Frequent highway travelers and long-distance commuters who put driving range ahead of maximum performance.

Highlights

  • Larger-battery, long-distance focus
  • Rear-wheel drive on the 85 and dual-motor AWD on the D and Long Range members
  • A 17-inch touchscreen on earlier cars and front and rear touchscreens on later Long Range cars
  • Adaptive air suspension

Compared with Base Model members from the same era, Extended Range versions place more emphasis on battery capacity and road-trip distance; most also use dual-motor AWD, while the early 85 remains rear-wheel drive.

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Tesla Model S Premium Edition

Premium Edition

Signature

The Premium Edition trim level—Signature—is the limited early-adopter luxury model, pairing an 85-kWh battery with richer materials and bundled convenience equipment rather than a stronger Performance motor.

Best for: Collectors and early-Model S shoppers who value launch-edition character and a more richly equipped cabin.

Highlights

  • Perforated Nappa leather interior
  • Automatic keyless entry
  • High-definition rearview camera and power rear liftgate
  • Twin onboard chargers for faster home charging

Rather than acting as a simple range upgrade over Extended Range, Premium Edition adds launch-edition exclusivity, Nappa leather, keyless entry, an upgraded rear camera, a power liftgate, and twin onboard chargers.

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Tesla Model S Performance

Performance

P100DP85P85DP90DPerformancePlaidSignature Performance

The Performance trim level—P85, P85D, P90D, P100D, Performance, Signature Performance, and Plaid—is the acceleration-first Model S that keeps the regular car’s four-door comfort, touchscreen cabin, and useful hatchback layout.

Best for: Drivers who want dramatic straight-line speed while retaining everyday seating and cargo space.

Highlights

  • High-output electric powertrain with a single rear motor on early versions, dual-motor AWD on later P models, and triple-motor AWD on Plaid
  • Acceleration-first tuning
  • Touchscreen cabin and hatchback practicality
  • On Plaid, Track Mode and model-specific aerodynamic pieces

Over Premium Edition, Performance shifts the priority from launch-edition luxury to higher-output acceleration; Signature Performance combines both ideas, while Plaid adds three motors and track-focused hardware.

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Trim comparison

FeatureBase ModelPerformanceExtended RangePremium Edition
Includes
60, 60D, 70, 70D, 75, 75D, Standard, base49 in stock
P100D, P85, P85D, P90D, Performance, Plaid, Signature Performance31 in stock
100D, 85, 85D, 90D, Long Range, Long Range Plus70 in stock
Signature0 in stock
Core purposeEveryday comfort, technology, range, and utilityMaximum acceleration with daily usabilityLong-distance travelLaunch-edition luxury and exclusivity
Powertrain patternEarly single-motor RWD or dual-motor AWD; current cars use dual-motor AWDEarly single-motor RWD, later dual-motor AWD, or Plaid triple-motor AWD85 uses RWD; D and Long Range members use dual-motor AWDNon-Performance 85-kWh setup
Range or battery distinctionVaries by era; current regular model has a 410-mile electric rangeSpeed-focused; current Plaid has a 368-mile electric rangeRange-focused; Long Range reaches up to 405 EPA-estimated miles85-kWh battery
Launch-edition luxury equipmentNot the defining themeSignature Performance combines launch equipment with a stronger motorNot the defining themeNappa leather, keyless entry, upgraded rear camera, and power liftgate
Track-focused equipmentNot the defining themePlaid Track Mode, front splitter, and carbon-fiber rear spoilerNot the defining themeNot the defining theme

Frequently asked questions

What does Plaid add over the regular Model S?

In the newer lineup, Plaid adds a 1,020-hp tri-motor powertrain, Track Mode, and performance-focused aerodynamic parts. The regular Model S uses a 670-hp dual-motor setup and emphasizes greater driving range and everyday comfort.

Which Model S trim has the longest driving range?

The non-Plaid, range-focused version is generally the range leader. In the latest lineup, the Base is rated at 410 miles versus 368 miles for Plaid. In older lineups, look for names such as Long Range, Long Range Plus, or 100D.

Is the Standard Model S a stripped-down trim?

No. On newer cars, Standard refers to the regular dual-motor Model S rather than a bare-bones version. It includes all-wheel drive, adaptive air suspension, three screens, heated seats in both rows, and ventilated front seats.

Is Long Range the same as the base Model S?

Mostly, but the name depends on the era. Long Range identified the range-focused dual-motor car in the later old-body and early refreshed lineups. Newer versions may call the equivalent non-Plaid car simply Model S, Base, or Standard.

What's the difference between Long Range and Long Range Plus?

Long Range Plus is the final range-focused version of the older body and portrait-screen cabin. It reached a 402-mile EPA rating when new. Long Range is a broader name used both before and after the major 2021 cabin and chassis overhaul.

What's the difference between Performance and Plaid?

Performance is the final high-output version of the older Model S body, using dual-motor all-wheel drive and a portrait touchscreen. Plaid arrived with the 2021 overhaul and uses three motors, a horizontal center screen, a rear screen, and Track Mode.

What's the difference between the 100D and P100D?

In the older numeric lineup, 100D is the distance-focused dual-motor version, while P100D trades some range for much stronger acceleration. Early-2019 examples were rated at 335 miles for 100D and 315 miles for P100D.

How is P100D different from Plaid?

Plaid is the newer performance flagship, not another name for P100D. P100D uses the older body, portrait screen, and two-motor powertrain. Plaid uses three motors, the redesigned horizontal-screen cabin, and dedicated track software.

What's the difference between the 75 and 75D?

In the older lineup, 75 uses one rear motor, while 75D uses two motors and all-wheel drive. The 75 was rated at 249 miles when new, and the later 75D at 259 miles. Exact ratings depend on model year and build.

What's the difference between the 85 and 85D?

Both older trims use an 85-kWh battery, but 85 is rear-wheel drive and 85D is dual-motor all-wheel drive. The 85D is the better fit for added traction and stronger launches; the 85 keeps the simpler rear-drive layout.

What's the difference between the 60 and 60D?

The older 60 is the rear-wheel-drive entry trim, while 60D adds a second motor and all-wheel drive. In the described 2017 lineup, their EPA ratings were 210 and 218 miles, respectively.

What's the difference between the 90D and P90D?

Both are older 90-kWh, dual-motor all-wheel-drive versions. The 90D focuses on road-trip range and everyday performance. The P90D uses a higher-output powertrain for much harder acceleration while keeping the same basic cabin and hatchback body.

What do the D and P mean in older Model S trim names?

D identifies an older dual-motor all-wheel-drive Model S. P identifies a Performance version. A name such as P90D therefore means a performance-focused car with a 90-kWh battery and dual-motor all-wheel drive.

What's the difference between Signature and Signature Performance?

Both are limited launch editions with an 85-kWh battery, Nappa leather, keyless entry, a rear camera, and a power liftgate. Signature Performance adds the stronger 416-hp rear motor and active air suspension for quicker acceleration.

Which older Model S trim makes the most sense for long trips?

Start with the range-focused trim from that era: 85D, 90D, 100D, Long Range, or Long Range Plus. Long Range Plus is the final old-body range specialist, while 100D carried a 335-mile EPA rating when new. Exact range varies by year and build.

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