Safety ratings (from Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency)
Economy
Electrical energy consumed from the battery over a given distance.
Economy
{model}
{wh}
kWh/100 km
Economy
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{km}
km/kWh
Energy consumption is displayed on the dashboard and is re-calculated as you drive. It is different to the WLTP-rated consumption (which measures power from the mains).
This number is estimated by comparing the usable battery capacity against the WLTP range.
The maximum speed the EV can charge at home or a public AC charger.
An EV has a built-in charger that converts household AC electricity into DC current that goes into the battery.
This limits the maximum speed you can charge at home - no matter what extra equipment you install. Some public chargers (such as at motor camps and shopping malls) are also AC only.
Fast Charge ⚡
The maximum speed the EV can charge at a DC fast charger.
Speed is limited by the capacity of the charger.
In NZ, fast chargers are typically 25 kW, 50 kW, 100 kW, 175 kW, and 300 kW.
Cold temperatures and the vehicle's charging curve also dictate peak speed (i.e. a warm battery at a lower state-of-charge will charge quicker).
The Tesla Model S was sold in NZ from 2015 onwards. A large number of variations are on the secondhand market, starting from the 60 kWh battery models, right up to the 100 kWh performance models.
2017 was the peak year for Model S sales. Sub-models include the 60, 60D, 70, 70D, 75, 75D, 75R, 85, 85D, P85, 90, 90D, 100D, P100D.
Price
Used Price (est.)
$50,000+
Performance
0-100 km/h
-
Top Speed
-
Total Power
-
Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Range & Efficiency
WLTP Consumption measures recharged electric energy from the mains (includes charging losses).
WLTP Range
320 km
Highway Range
245 km
WLTP Consumption
-
Charging Cost
No data
Battery & Charging
Battery
60+ kWh / 60+ kWh
Chemistry
NCA
AC speed (max)
-
DC speed (max)
-
V2L
-
Safety
Based on 2023 VSRR rating
Dimensions
Seats
5
Tow Rating
- / -
Boot Space
793 L / -
Frunk
-
Shape
Large Sedan
Length
-
Width
-
Height
-
Kerb Weight
2183 kg
Reviews
Local reviews on New Zealand roads
Ecotricity
Review: Tesla Model Y Performance FINALLY in New Zealand!
"If you get the chance to drive one of these cars don't put it off. Just be warned though, you will end up wanting one."
See on YouTube →
Sales Charts and Ranking
All Time
25
Last 12 months
-
The Tesla Model S is the 25th best selling new fully electric vehicle (of all time) - in New Zealand.