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The Tesla Model S zero to 60 times and quarter mile times below are from 27 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Motor Trend, Car and Driver, Edmunds and more.

Fastest, Slowest, and Average Tesla Model S 0-60 Times

The fastest tested Tesla Model S is 2021 Tesla Model S Plaid (Prepped Raceway Surface), which was able to go from 0 to 60 mph in 1.98 seconds. It was able to reach the 1/4 mile in 9.25 seconds at 152.6 , according to Motor Trend.

The slowest tested Tesla Model S is 2014 Tesla Model S 60, which was able to go from 0 to 60 mph in 5.5 seconds. It was able to reach the 1/4 mile in 14.2 seconds at 98 , according to Motor Trend.

Out of all the Tesla Model S tests in our database, the average 0 to 60 mph time is 3.36 seconds. The average quarter mile time for all the tests is 11.55 seconds at 121.66 mph.

Average Tesla Model S 0-60 and 1/4 Mile Times By Year

Year
0-60 Times
1/4 Mile Times
2022
2.20 sec
9.50 sec
2021
2.34 sec
9.78 sec
2020
2.45 sec
10.65 sec
2018
3.90 sec
12.40 sec
2017
2.28 sec
10.50 sec
2016
4.50 sec
13.00 sec
2015
3.35 sec
11.82 sec
2014
4.23 sec
12.83 sec
2013
4.40 sec
12.90 sec
2012
3.90 sec
12.50 sec

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2022 Tesla Model S 0 to 60 MPH and Quarter Mile Times

The average 0-60 time for 2022 Tesla Model S is 2.20 seconds, while the average quarter mile time is 9.50 seconds.

Vehicle
0-60 Time
1/4 Mile Time
Vehicle
2022 Tesla Model S Plaid (21" Wheels)
0-60 Time
2.2 sec
1/4 Mile Time
9.5 sec @  150.2 mph

2021 Tesla Model S 0 to 60 MPH and Quarter Mile Times

The average 0-60 time for 2021 Tesla Model S is 2.34 seconds, while the average quarter mile time is 9.78 seconds.

Vehicle
0-60 Time
1/4 Mile Time
Vehicle
2021 Tesla Model S Dual Motor Long Range Plus
0-60 Time
3.5 sec
1/4 Mile Time
11.9 sec @  116
Vehicle
2021 Tesla Model S Plaid
0-60 Time
2.1 sec
1/4 Mile Time
9.4 sec @  151
Vehicle
2021 Tesla Model S Plaid
0-60 Time
2.1 sec
1/4 Mile Time
9.4 sec @  150.8
Vehicle
2021 Tesla Model S Plaid
0-60 Time
2.07 sec
1/4 Mile Time
9.34 sec @  152.2
Vehicle
2021 Tesla Model S Plaid (No Rollout Time)
0-60 Time
2.3 sec
1/4 Mile Time
9.4 sec @  150.8
Vehicle
2021 Tesla Model S Plaid (Prepped Raceway Surface)
0-60 Time
1.98 sec
1/4 Mile Time
9.25 sec @  152.6

2020 Tesla Model S 0 to 60 MPH and Quarter Mile Times

The average 0-60 time for 2020 Tesla Model S is 2.45 seconds, while the average quarter mile time is 10.65 seconds.

Vehicle
0-60 Time
1/4 Mile Time
Vehicle
2020 Tesla Model S Dual Motor Performance Ludicrous+
0-60 Time
2.5 sec
1/4 Mile Time
10.7 sec @  125
Vehicle
2020 Tesla Model S Dual Motor Performance Ludicrous+ Cheetah
0-60 Time
2.4 sec
1/4 Mile Time
10.6 sec @  126

2018 Tesla Model S 0 to 60 MPH and Quarter Mile Times

The average 0-60 time for 2018 Tesla Model S is 3.90 seconds, while the average quarter mile time is 12.40 seconds.

Vehicle
0-60 Time
1/4 Mile Time
Vehicle
2018 Tesla Model S 100D
0-60 Time
3.9 sec
1/4 Mile Time
12.4 sec @  113

2017 Tesla Model S 0 to 60 MPH and Quarter Mile Times

The average 0-60 time for 2017 Tesla Model S is 2.28 seconds, while the average quarter mile time is 10.50 seconds.

Vehicle
0-60 Time
1/4 Mile Time
Vehicle
2017 Tesla Model S P100D Ludicrous+
0-60 Time
2.28 sec
1/4 Mile Time
10.5 sec @  125

2016 Tesla Model S 0 to 60 MPH and Quarter Mile Times

The average 0-60 time for 2016 Tesla Model S is 4.50 seconds, while the average quarter mile time is 13.00 seconds.

Vehicle
0-60 Time
1/4 Mile Time
Vehicle
2016 Tesla Model S 60
0-60 Time
5 sec
1/4 Mile Time
13.6 sec @  103.5
Vehicle
2016 Tesla Model S P90D Ludicrous
0-60 Time
4 sec
1/4 Mile Time
12.4 sec @  114

2015 Tesla Model S 0 to 60 MPH and Quarter Mile Times

The average 0-60 time for 2015 Tesla Model S is 3.35 seconds, while the average quarter mile time is 11.82 seconds.

Vehicle
0-60 Time
1/4 Mile Time
Vehicle
2015 Tesla Model S 70D
0-60 Time
5.1 sec
1/4 Mile Time
13.8 sec @  101
Vehicle
2015 Tesla Model S P85D
0-60 Time
3.3 sec
1/4 Mile Time
11.8 sec @  114
Vehicle
2015 Tesla Model S P85D
0-60 Time
3.1 sec
1/4 Mile Time
11.6 sec @  115.2
Vehicle
2015 Tesla Model S P85D
0-60 Time
3.2 sec
1/4 Mile Time
11.7 sec @  113.7
Vehicle
2015 Tesla Model S P90D Ludicrous
0-60 Time
2.8 sec
1/4 Mile Time
11.1 sec @  121
Vehicle
2015 Tesla Model S P90D Ludicrous
0-60 Time
2.6 sec
1/4 Mile Time
10.9 sec @  122.7

2014 Tesla Model S 0 to 60 MPH and Quarter Mile Times

The average 0-60 time for 2014 Tesla Model S is 4.23 seconds, while the average quarter mile time is 12.83 seconds.

Vehicle
0-60 Time
1/4 Mile Time
Vehicle
2014 Tesla Model S P85+
0-60 Time
3.9 sec
1/4 Mile Time
12.5 sec @  108.4
Vehicle
2014 Tesla Model S 60
0-60 Time
5.5 sec
1/4 Mile Time
14.2 sec @  98
Vehicle
2014 Tesla Model S P85D
0-60 Time
3.3 sec
1/4 Mile Time
11.8 sec @  114.5

2013 Tesla Model S 0 to 60 MPH and Quarter Mile Times

The average 0-60 time for 2013 Tesla Model S is 4.40 seconds, while the average quarter mile time is 12.90 seconds.

Vehicle
0-60 Time
1/4 Mile Time
Vehicle
2013 Tesla Model S 85
0-60 Time
5 sec
1/4 Mile Time
13.2 sec @  110.9
Vehicle
2013 Tesla Model S Signature Performance 85
0-60 Time
4.6 sec
1/4 Mile Time
13.3 sec @  104
Vehicle
2013 Tesla Model S Signature Performance 85
0-60 Time
4 sec
1/4 Mile Time
12.4 sec @  112.5
Vehicle
2013 Tesla Model S Signature Performance 85+
0-60 Time
4 sec
1/4 Mile Time
12.7 sec @  107.8

2012 Tesla Model S 0 to 60 MPH and Quarter Mile Times

The average 0-60 time for 2012 Tesla Model S is 3.90 seconds, while the average quarter mile time is 12.50 seconds.

Vehicle
0-60 Time
1/4 Mile Time
Vehicle
2012 Tesla Model S Signature Performance 85
0-60 Time
3.9 sec
1/4 Mile Time
12.5 sec @  110.9

There are many reasons why 0-60 times and 1/4 mile times can vary including the driver, weather conditions, wear and tear on the vehicle during test, and more. By giving you a list of all the Tesla Model S 0-60 times and quarter mile times, you can get a general idea of what performance numbers are achievable with Tesla Model S for all model years available in our database.

Comparable Vehicles

Performance EV Sedans

Audi

1: Audi RS e-tron GT

Average 0-60 time: 2.93 secs

Average 1/4 mile time: 11 secs @ 127.67 mph

 Lucid

2: Lucid Air

Average 0-60 time: 2.99 secs

Average 1/4 mile time: 10.73 secs @ 134.15 mph

 Porsche

3: Porsche Taycan

Average 0-60 time: 3.18 secs

Average 1/4 mile time: 11.26 secs @ 126.06 mph
Tesla

4: Tesla Model S

Average 0-60 time: 3.36 secs

Average 1/4 mile time: 11.55 secs @ 121.66 mph

Current Vehicle
Audi

5: Audi e-tron GT

Average 0-60 time: 3.6 secs

Average 1/4 mile time: 11.9 secs @ 118.9 mph

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