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Tesla Model S — Complete Battery Guide (2012–2025)

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Tesla First Generation (2012–2014) | iHybrid | Lower Mainland

1. First Generation (2012–2014)

Battery Options:

  • 40 kWh (software-limited 60)
  • 60 kWh
  • 85 kWh
  • P85 (Performance variant)

Notes:

  • Early RWD - only models
  • 40 kWh unlockable to 60 kWh
  • 85 kWh packs known for longevity

2. Autopilot 1 Era (2014–2016)

Battery Options:

  • 60 kWh
  • 70 / 70D
  • 85 / P85 / P85D
  • 90 / 90D / P90D

Notes:

  • Introduction of dual-motor AWD (D models)
  • 90 kWh packs degraded fastest of all Model S packs
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Tesla 2016–2019 Refresh | iHybrid | Lower Mainland

3. 2016–2019 REFRESH (NOSECONE DELETE)

Battery Options:

  • 75 / 75D
  • 90 / 90D / P90D
  • 100 / 100D / P100D

Notes:

  • P100D brought Ludicrous acceleration
  • 100 kWh became the most reliable pack

4. 2019–2021 Period

Battery Options:

  • Standard Range (software-limited 75 kWh)
  • 100 kWh Long Range
  • 100 kWh Performance

Notes:

  • Tesla simplified lineup
  • Every model now used a 100 kWh battery
Tesla Palladium Refresh (2021–2025) | iHybrid | Lower Mainland
Tesla 2019–2021 | iHybrid | iHybrid | Lower Mainland

5. Palladium Refresh (2021–2025)

Battery Options:

  • Long Range — 100+ kWh
  • Plaid — 100+ kWh (Tri-motor)

Notes:

  • 18650 cell architecture retained
  • New thermal system & module design

Battery Compatibility Guide

Direct Upgrade Paths:

  • 60 → 85 / 90 / 100
  • 70 / 75 → 100
  • 85 / 90 → 100

Performance Upgrade Paths:

  • P85 / P90D → P100D (case-by-case)

Compatibility Notes:

  • 2012–2013 cars may need harness adapters
  • 2021+ Palladium packs do NOT retrofit into older models
  • 40 kWh cars require software unlock for upgrades

Summary Table: Model S Battery Sizes (2012–2025)

YearsModels / Versions
2012–201440*, 60, 85
2014–201660, 70, 85, 90
2016–201975, 90, 100
2019–202175*, 100
2021–2025100+ (Long Range & Plaid)
(* = software-limited packs)
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