Used Tesla Model S Prices by Year
15
model years
1,097
listings
$40K
avg price
Fresh
Sourced from 1,097 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of
Tesla Model S Buyer's Guide
The used Tesla Model S market spans 15 model years with 1,097 active listings. The average asking price is $40k. The 2021 has the deepest inventory at 176 listings, averaging $46k.
Best Value2016$20k
Best balance of price ($20k) and selection (108 listings)
What to Know
- •Price spread is wide across years. A pre-purchase inspection is worth it on lower-priced listings.
- •The median listing has under 50,000 miles on the 2026 and between 100,000 and 150,000 miles on the 2012. Factor mileage into your year decision, not just price.
Tesla Model S Prices by Year
| Year | Price | Price | Listings | Median Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $148,692 | 38 | Under 50K mi | |
| 2025 | $100,018 | 19 | Under 50K mi | |
| 2024 | $83,516 | 29 | Under 50K mi | |
| 2023 | $61,670 | 114 | Under 50K mi | |
| 2022 | $48,387 | 138 | Under 50K mi | |
| 2021 | $45,895 | 176 | 50K–100K mi | |
| 2020 | $33,726 | 82 | 50K–100K mi | |
| 2019 | $30,474 | 56 | 50K–100K mi | |
| 2018 | $24,861 | 102 | 50K–100K mi | |
| 2017 | $22,769 | 98 | 50K–100K mi | |
| 2016 | $20,049 | 108 | 50K–100K mi | |
| 2015 | $17,150 | 52 | 50K–100K mi | |
| 2014 | $15,167 | 35 | 100K–150K mi | |
| 2013 | $14,547 | 47 | 50K–100K mi | |
| 2012 | $14,570 | 3 | 100K–150K mi |
2026
$148,692
38 listingsUnder 50K mi
2025
$100,018
19 listingsUnder 50K mi
2024
$83,516
29 listingsUnder 50K mi
2023
$61,670
114 listingsUnder 50K mi
2022
$48,387
138 listingsUnder 50K mi
2021
$45,895
176 listings50K–100K mi
2020
$33,726
82 listings50K–100K mi
2019
$30,474
56 listings50K–100K mi
2018
$24,861
102 listings50K–100K mi
2017
$22,769
98 listings50K–100K mi
2016
$20,049
108 listings50K–100K mi
2015
$17,150
52 listings50K–100K mi
2014
$15,167
35 listings100K–150K mi
2013
$14,547
47 listings50K–100K mi
2012
$14,570
3 listings100K–150K mi
Tesla Model S Buyer FAQ
What's the best year to buy a used Tesla Model S?
For value, the 2013 Tesla Model S stands out with competitive pricing and solid inventory. But if you want the latest features, later years are worth the premium. The model year breakdown above helps you compare.
How much does a used Tesla Model S cost?
Used Tesla Model S listings average $40,343 in the latest snapshot. The model year breakdown above shows each year's average and listing count to help you narrow your search.
Is the Tesla Model S reliable?
Some Tesla Model S model years have strong reliability records, while others have known problem areas. Each year page shows NHTSA recall and complaint data so you can evaluate before buying.
What should I look for when buying a used Tesla Model S?
First, narrow down which model year fits your budget using the year comparison above. Then check the specific year page for recalls and common complaints. During your test drive, pay attention to the areas flagged by other owners. A pre-purchase inspection is always worth the cost.