Model year guide

2012 Tesla model s

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 Tesla model s is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2012 Tesla model s at a glance

Combined89 MPGe

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2012 Tesla model s efficiency & running costs

Combined89 MPGe
City88 MPGe
Highway90 MPGe
Est. annual energy cost$850
EPA size classLarge Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (A1)
Electric range265 mi
Charge time (240V)12 hours
Passenger volume94 cu ft
Cargo volume26 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$7,750 less

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2012 Tesla model s costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Energy (5 yrs)$4,250
Energy only$4,250
Per mile$0.06

How this is estimated: energy is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2012 Tesla model s trims & engines on record

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2012 Tesla model s vehicles on record

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2012 Tesla model s — frequently asked questions

What gas mileage does the 2012 Tesla model s get?

The 2012 Tesla model s has a U.S. EPA estimate of 89 MPGe combined (88 city / 90 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.