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Tesla

Model S Plaid

2s0–60 MPH
322TOP SPEED KPH
1020HORSEPOWER

Notes

The Tesla Model S Plaid is a futuristic electric sports car developed by Tesla in 2021, rapidly becoming one of the ultimate Tesla flagships. The four-door, all-wheel-drive, tri-motor setup is a design by Franz Von Holzhausen, mass-produced in Fremont, California. The Model S' revamped interior, suspension, thermal management, and new powertrain are some state-of-the-art additions this car brings to the table. It gets all of its power from three electric motors: two at the rear, and one on the front axle, generating a maximum horsepower of 1,020 HP and 1,423 Nm of torque, paired with a single-speed gearbox. The car offers a 520+ range at a 200 Mph top speed, accelerating from 0-60 Mph in 2 seconds flat. We can safely establish the Tesla Model S Plaid as one of the highest technology electric vehicles in today's market.

The Tesla Model S Plaid depicts a brilliant, revolutionary, high-end engineering marvel, running its way into the preferences of the most demanding user profiles. The current value of this cutting-edge, environment-friendly roadster is around $119,990. It includes a 100.0 kWh battery capacity, type 2, and supercharger ports, with a 7-hours from 0-100% (or 30 minutes with supercharger) total charging time. Its interior features a non-circular steering wheel, a new customizable user interface with a landscaped-oriented center screen, and a rear screen for passengers. The Model S incorporates Michelin 295/30ZR21 tires, with forged alloy 21-inch ultralight wheels, supported by the adaptive air suspension system and performance brakes. 

Rank
horsepower
1020
WEIGHT KG
2,162
Power to Weight
0.47
CURRENT VALUE
$75,000

OEM Specs

engine Description
Tri-motor electric, 100 kWh battery
drive Type
AWD
0-60 MPH
2 SECs
TOP SPEED KPH
322
PRICE (MSRP) USD
$135,990
gearbox
SINGLE SPEED
torque
1424 N.M
Model Years
1967-2024

YEAR NOTES

2021: Launch of Model S Plaid: Featured a tri-motor setup delivering 1,020 horsepower, enabling 0-60 mph acceleration in 1.99 seconds and a top speed of 200 mph. The interior was redesigned with a 17-inch touchscreen, yoke-style steering wheel, and improved materials.
2022: Enhanced Software Features: Introduction of Tesla Vision, utilizing camera-based systems for Autopilot and Full Self-Driving (FSD) capabilities, replacing radar sensors. Software updates improved infotainment responsiveness and added new features like Disney+ streaming.
2023: Steering Wheel Option: Tesla offered a traditional round steering wheel as an alternative to the yoke, providing customers with a choice based on preference. The CCS adapter became available in the U.S., enhancing charging flexibility.
2024: Interior and Exterior Updates: Introduction of new sports seats for the Plaid model, offering increased lateral support. Adaptive headlights were enabled on cars with matrix lights, improving nighttime visibility. The yoke steering wheel was updated to include a central horn, addressing user feedback.

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Popular Tesla Model S Plaid Mods by Level

From 14 documented builds

TrendsModel S Plaid owners favor MPP and Unplugged Performance parts. Medium builds often start with Michelin PS4S tires, MPP KW suspension, and MPP 400mm BBK, escalating to Yokohama Advan A005 slicks, Öhlins TTX suspension, UP carbon ceramic brakes, and full aero/weight reduction for race builds.

Medium

7 builds
Tires Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3R3· Michelin Pilot Sport 4S2· Yokohama Tire1
Suspension MPP KW Suspension2· MPP Front Upper Control Arms2· MPP Front Solid Bearings2· MPP Rear Toe Arms2· MPP Rear Camber Arms2
Brakes MPP 400mm BBK2· MPP 2pc Rear Rotors2· UP Brake Master Cylinder Brace1· Cantrell Motorsports Front Brake Ducting1· teamPGR Custom Brake Ducts And Backing Plates1
Aero MPP.R Front Diffuser/Splitter2· DJ Engineering Wing1· MPP DJ Engineering Wing1· Unplugged Performance Carbon Aero Kit1
Drivetrain teamPGR Custom Battery Cooling And Air Ducting Mods1
Wheels Martian Wheels MW052· Unplugged Performance UP-03 Forged Wheels1
Weight UP Plaid Spec Carbon Bucket Seat Kit1
Other MoTeC M1502· Ryan Huber Model 3 Steering Wheel And Turn Stalks With Control Module2· Roll Cage1· Air Jacks1· Pikes Peak PA System1

Race

OEM Pace+6.4% 3 builds
Tires Yokohama Advan A0052
Suspension UP High Performance Suspension Package1· UP Öhlins TTX 4-Way Coilovers1
Brakes UP Carbon Ceramic BBK1
Aero Custom Rear Wing1· UP High Downforce Pikes Peak Spec Aero1
Wheels Unplugged Performance UP-03 Forged Wheels1
Weight Stripped Interior1
Other Custom Roll Cage2· Custom Racing Seat1· Custom Racing Harness1· UP S-Apex Carbon Widebody1

Lap Times

Time Track Car Mod Driver Tire Lap Date Date Added vs Predict Pace
1:06.3 SM P C O Yas Marina Circuit (South Circuit) Stock 04 Apr, 2025 23 May, 2026 -3.53s +4.96%
1:11.1 O Willow Springs Raceway (Streets - CCW) Race 05 Oct, 2023 27 Oct, 2023 -2.68s +3.30%
1:28.2 Laguna Seca (Pre 2023) Medium 03 Aug, 2021 30 Mar, 2022 -2.78s +2.83%
1:20.0 Willow Springs Raceway (Big Willow) Race 19 May, 2023 19 May, 2023 -2.49s +2.76%
1:26.7 Laguna Seca (Current) Race 21 Oct, 2023 27 Oct, 2023 -2.67s +2.73%
1:43.0 Buttonwillow Raceway (13CW) Race 15 Nov, 2022 08 Feb, 2023 -3.02s +2.60%
1:41.9 C Buttonwillow Raceway (Circuit) Race 30 May, 2025 21 Jun, 2025 -2.58s +2.26%
1:30.3 Laguna Seca (Pre 2023) Medium 23 Sep, 2020 23 Apr, 2021 -2.11s +2.14%
1:13.5 O Willow Springs Raceway (Streets) Race 08 Dec, 2022 08 Feb, 2023 -1.59s +1.94%
1:14.2 P C O Willow Springs Raceway (Streets - CCW) Heavy 01 Oct, 2023 24 Oct, 2023 -1.03s +1.25%
1:27.8 P Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course (Pro Course) Heavy 05 Aug, 2023 25 Oct, 2023 -0.89s +0.92%
1:46.8 P Pittsburgh International Race Complex - PittRace (Full Course) Heavy 02 Nov, 2025 06 Nov, 2025 -0.96s +0.81%
7:05.0 P C Nürburgring (BTG) Medium 03 Jun, 2023 06 Aug, 2024 -3.31s +0.70%
1:03.9 SC C P Nashville Superspeedway Medium 01 May, 2022 25 Oct, 2023 -0.4s +0.59%
1:18.9 SC Hallett Motor Racing Circuit (CCW) Medium 11 May, 2023 26 Oct, 2023 -0.48s +0.57%
1:14.7 SM P Toronto Motorsports Park (CW) Medium 21 Mar, 2022 31 Mar, 2022 -0.08s +0.11%
1:56.0 Daytona International Speedway Race 09 Feb, 2022 14 Jan, 2026 +0.05s -0.04%
2:02.7 P Clark International Speedway Stock 20 Jul, 2022 09 Aug, 2022 +0.94s -0.72%
1:27.7 Willow Springs Raceway (Big Willow) Stock 11 Nov, 2021 23 Feb, 2026 +0.89s -0.95%
2:18.7 P Road America (Current) Medium 31 Jul, 2025 23 Aug, 2025 +1.64s -1.07%
1:39.5 Virginia International Raceway - VIR (North) Stock 07 Mar, 2022 11 Aug, 2022 +1.34s -1.26%
1:31.9 P C Circuit de Bresse Medium 15 Jun, 2023 04 May, 2024 +1.7s -1.74%
1:37.0 P Podium Club (CW) Medium 09 Feb, 2025 25 Mar, 2025 flag
59.5 Autódromo Velo Città (CCW) Stock 21 Feb, 2022 28 Sep, 2023 +1.56s -2.50%
1:19.0 Arroyo Seco Raceway (CW) Stock 23 Nov, 2024 18 May, 2026 +2.17s -2.56%
7:25.2 Nürburgring (BTG) Medium 03 Jun, 2023 14 Jan, 2026 +13.77s -2.81%
1:51.8 Pittsburgh International Race Complex - PittRace (Full Course) Medium 24 Oct, 2025 21 Dec, 2025 +3.54s -2.88%
7:44.0 Nürburgring (BTG) Medium 05 May, 2023 11 Aug, 2024 warning
7:30.9 Nürburgring (Nordschleife) Stock 27 Sep, 2021 29 Jan, 2026 +15.38s -3.20%
1:55.8 Buttonwillow Raceway (13CW) Light 18 Nov, 2025 08 Jan, 2026 +4.22s -3.42%
7:35.5 Nürburgring (Nordschleife) Stock 10 Sep, 2021 11 Sep, 2021 +17.63s -3.65%
2:19.9 Sebring (CW) Race 13 Aug, 2022 13 Oct, 2022 +6s -3.95%
2:19.5 G2 Motorsports Park Medium 31 Oct, 2024 23 Jan, 2026 +6.19s -4.11%
7:25.2 Nürburgring (Nordschleife) Medium 04 Jun, 2023 27 Sep, 2023 +21.47s -4.41%
2:04.7 Thunderhill (East 3 Mile w/ Cyclone) Stock 15 Oct, 2025 31 Dec, 2025 +5.86s -4.44%
2:08.8 Virginia International Raceway - VIR (Full Course) Stock 24 Oct, 2021 18 Jan, 2026 +7.92s -5.84%
1:55.3 P Inde Motorsports Ranch (Configuration 5 CCW) Medium 25 May, 2024 26 Jun, 2026 +8.36s -6.50%
1:42.5 Utah Motorsports Campus (West Circuit) Medium 23 May, 2023 27 Sep, 2023 +7.36s -6.61%
2:20.2 G2 Motorsports Park Medium 29 Oct, 2024 23 Jan, 2026 flag

Top Modified Model S Plaid

Year Driver Name Mod Horsepower Tire Tire Size Vs Predict
2021 (Unpplugged Performance Dark Helmet) From Where I Charge Race 1020 40 ADVAN A005 330/710/19 -16.67s
2024 (w/PZero) Reza Stock 220 P-Zero 265/35/21 -13.53s
2021 (Tesla Model S Plaid - GRIDLIFE TA TrackMod Spec) Andrew DeKoning Heavy 1020 40 A7 305/30/20 -13.31s
2021 (w/PSC2) ELECTRIC PERFORMANCE Race 80 Pilot Sport Cup 2R 265/35/21 -10.33s
2023 (IgorK/Mid) Igorekgq Medium 1020 80 Pilot Sport Cup 2R 265/35/21 -9.24s
2021 Mountain Pass Performance Medium 1020 300 Pilot Sport 4S 315/30/20 -8.27s
2021 (w/PSC2) Tesla Speed Medium 1020 80 Pilot Sport Cup 2R 285/35/20 / 305/30/20 -7.93s
2021 Hagerty Stock 300 Pilot Sport 4S -6.8s
2022 (SebastianVittel/4S) sebastian vittel Medium 1020 300 Pilot Sport 4S 265/40/20 / 295/35/20 -5.21s
2021 Auto Tip Off Stock -3.83s
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