Tesla Model S Horsepower & Torque (2012 - 2025): Your Comprehensive Guide

The Tesla Model S, introduced in 2012, is a groundbreaking electric vehicle that redefined the luxury sedan market and became a benchmark for EV performance.

Initially powered by an alternating current induction motor, the Model S transitioned to a permanent magnet synchronous reluctance motor in 2019, boosting efficiency and performance.

Early models offered 302 horsepower with rear-wheel drive, while the latest Plaid all-wheel-drive version delivers an astonishing 1,020 horsepower and 1,050 lb-ft of torque.

All versions feature a single-speed automatic transmission, ensuring seamless acceleration.

The Model S Plaid, introduced in 2021, set new standards for EV speed, achieving 0-60 mph in under 2 seconds.

Scroll down to explore detailed horsepower and torque data for each Model S variant.

Check out the Horsepower And Torque specifications for other makes and models.

2025 Tesla Model S Horsepower

The Tesla Model S features a dual electric motor configuration, producing a consistent output of 1020 horsepower and 1050 lb-ft of torque across its variants.

It utilizes an all-wheel drive (AWD) system and is equipped with a single-speed automatic transmission.

2024 Tesla Model S Horsepower

The Tesla Model S features an electric powertrain with a maximum output of 1020 horsepower and a torque range from 723 lb-ft to 1050 lb-ft, depending on the configuration. It utilizes an all-wheel drive (AWD) system and is equipped with a single-speed automatic transmission.

2023 Tesla Model S Horsepower

The 2023 Tesla Model S features a horsepower range from 670 hp with the base configuration to 1020 hp with the high-performance variant, both utilizing an all-wheel-drive (AWD) system.

It is equipped with a single-speed automatic transmission, optimizing power delivery across its performance spectrum.

2022 Tesla Model S Horsepower

The Tesla Model S features a horsepower range from 670 hp in the base configuration to 1020 hp in the high-performance variant, both utilizing an all-wheel-drive (AWD) system.

It is equipped with a single-speed automatic transmission, optimizing power delivery across its electric powertrain.

2021 Tesla Model S Horsepower

The Tesla Model S features a horsepower range from 670 hp in the Long Range variant to 1020 hp in the Plaid variant, both utilizing an all-wheel drive (AWD) configuration.

It is equipped with a single-speed automatic transmission, optimizing power delivery across its electric powertrains.

2019 Tesla Model S Horsepower

The Tesla Model S features a dual electric motor configuration with an all-wheel-drive (AWD) drivetrain.

It produces a horsepower range of 518 hp and a torque range of 387 lb-ft, increasing to 792 lb-ft in the Performance variant with a 100 kWh battery.

Both configurations utilize a single-speed automatic transmission.

2018 Tesla Model S Horsepower

The Tesla Model S features a dual-motor all-wheel drive (AWD) configuration with a power output of 518 horsepower from the 75 kWh battery.

Torque varies from 387 lb-ft with the 75 kWh battery to 792 lb-ft with the 100 kWh battery, both utilizing a single-speed automatic transmission.

2017 Tesla Model S Horsepower

The Tesla Model S features a horsepower range from 382 hp with a 60 kWh battery to 691 hp with a 90 kWh battery and all-wheel drive configuration.

Torque output varies from 317 lb-ft with the 60 kWh battery to 792 lb-ft with the 100 kWh battery in the all-wheel drive variant.

All configurations utilize a single-speed automatic transmission and an all-wheel drive drivetrain.

2016 Tesla Model S Horsepower

The Tesla Model S features a horsepower range from 315 hp with a 70 kWh battery to 691 hp with a 90 kWh battery in an all-wheel-drive configuration.

Torque output varies from 317 lb-ft with the 60 kWh battery to 792 lb-ft with the 100 kWh battery, both utilizing a single-speed automatic transmission.

2015 Tesla Model S Horsepower

The Tesla Model S features a horsepower range from 329 hp with the 70 kWh battery to 691 hp with the 90 kWh battery in the Performance variant, both utilizing an all-wheel drive (AWD) configuration.

Torque is consistently rated at 687 lb-ft across the Performance variant, supported by a single-speed automatic transmission.

2014 Tesla Model S Horsepower

The Tesla Model S features a power output ranging from 302 hp with the 85 kWh battery to 416 hp with the Performance 85 kWh battery.

Torque specifications range from 317 lb-ft with the 85 kWh battery to 443 lb-ft with the Performance 85 kWh battery.

Both configurations utilize a single-speed automatic transmission and a rear-wheel drive drivetrain.

2013 Tesla Model S Horsepower

The Tesla Model S features a power output ranging from 362 hp to 416 hp, with the increase attributed to performance enhancements in the electric motor configuration.

Torque varies from 325 lb-ft to 443 lb-ft, also influenced by the performance motor setup.

It utilizes a single-speed transmission and a rear-wheel drive configuration.

2012 Tesla Model S Horsepower

The Tesla Model S features a power output ranging from 362 hp with the 40 kWh battery to 416 hp with the Performance battery.

Torque specifications vary from 325 lb-ft with the 40 kWh battery to 443 lb-ft with the Performance battery.

It is equipped with a single-speed transmission and a rear-wheel drive configuration.