Skip to content
Trimslate
SavedHelp

2022 Tesla

Model S

Auto (A1)

Tesla Model S: best and worst years
2022 Tesla Model S (photo 1 of 2)

Closest available photo (2021 model year); you're viewing the 2022.

2021 photoDlluCC BY-SA 4.0Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Large CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Drivetrain
All-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Transmission
Automatic (A1)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Powertrain
ElectricEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel
ElectricityEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Engine & performance

Motor kW
247EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
115 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City
124 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb
120 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr
$650EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Eco Score
10/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score
10/10
Elec. Range
405 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Range per hour (240V)
27 mi/hr
Recharge hrs
15EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Real-world MPG
147.8 mpg, reported by 1 driverabout 27.8 mpg above the EPA combined estimate
SmartWay certified
Yes

Dimensions & capacity

Length
196 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Width
77 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Height
57 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Wheelbase
117 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Curb Weight
4,969 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Recalls
20
Owner complaints
131

Feature availability

Which features come standard, cost extra, or are locked to a pricier trim arrives with the next data phase. Standard equipment shows here today.

Standard

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE18%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER17%
  • STEERING11%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM8%
  • SERVICE BRAKES6%
  • SUSPENSION5%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 179 total.

Tesla Model S: best and worst years

Federal investigations NHTSA defect investigations, model year

  • EA26002Openopened Mar 18, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS

    FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions

  • PE25012Openopened Oct 7, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS

    Traffic safety violations while Full Self Driving ("FSD") is engaged

  • AQ25002Openopened Aug 20, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS

    Compliance with Standing General Order 2021-01 Reporting Requirements

  • PE24033opened Jan 6, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING

    Actually Smart Summon sessions resulting in low-speed impacts.

  • PE24031opened Oct 17, 2024ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS

    FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions

  • RQ24009Openopened Apr 25, 2024ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:SOFTWARE

    Recall 23V838 Remedy Effectiveness

  • DP23002Openopened Jun 29, 2023VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

    Sudden Unintended Acceleration

  • DP23001opened Apr 7, 2023UNKNOWN OR OTHER

    Defect Petition Interlock Request

  • and 4 more

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / 50k mi
Powertrain
8 yr / 100k mi
Roadside assistance
4 yr / 50k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.