The Latest Tesla Statistics
Stay up-to-date with the latest Tesla statistics. From production to revenue, gain insights into the company leading the EV revolution.
As an experienced online car marketplace, we've seen the growing popularity of Tesla. Our guide helps you gain valuable insight into one of the world's leading EV manufacturers, answering question like how many Teslas are in the world, highlighting key sales statistics and the trends that define this company.
Key Tesla Facts
- Tesla’s total revenue for 2023 was $96.8 billion.
- In 2023, Tesla had a market cap of $789.89 billion (103.07% higher than 2022’s $388.97 billion).
- Tesla’s GAAP income for 2023 stood at $15 billion, with a staggering $7.9 billion just from the fourth quarter.
- Tesla’s Global EV sales number for 2023 was 1,845,985 — an all-time high in the company’s history.
- In 2023, Tesla’s best-selling EVs were the Tesla Model Y (1,211,601 sold) and Tesla Model 3 (529,287 sold).
- The US and China were Tesla’s biggest EV markets in 2023 — 654,888 EV sales in the US and 603,304 EVs sold in China.
- Tesla was the second best-selling EV in China in 2023.
- The Tesla Model Y was the best-selling vehicle globally in 2023.
How many Teslas have been sold?
Tesla sold 1.81 million cars globally in 2023, 38% higher than in 2022 (1.31 million cars). The manufacturer averages around 400,000 unit deliveries per quarter, and in Q3 2021, sold its 2 millionth EV.
How much money did Tesla make in 2023?
Tesla made $96.8 billion in 2023, with the company having a market cap of $789.89 billion.
Tesla in 2024
How many cars has Tesla sold? In the first half of 2024, Tesla delivered 830,766 vehicles.
Q1:
In Q1 2024, Tesla produced 433,371 vehicles and delivered 386,810. The Tesla Model 3 and Y accounted for the majority of production and delivery in Q1.
The company had an operating income of $1.2 billion for the first quarter of the year, with a net income of $1.1 billion. Cash and investments in Q1 decreased by $2.2 billion to $26.9 billion.
Tesla Q1 Deliveries 2024: 386,810
Q2:
The Tesla figures for Q2 2024 show the company produced 410,831 cars while delivering almost 444,000. The Model 3 and Y were again the most popular cars in the Tesla range, with just 21,551 'other models (like the Cybertruck) being delivered in the quarter.
Elon Musk stated that the nearly 50% drop in profits at the end of the second quarter was 'temporary' and mainly due to difficulties competing with companies like BYD and other 'cheaper' brands, which offer EVs at a lower price point than Tesla.
Tesla Q2 Deliveries 2024: 443,956
Q3:
In its Q3 earnings call, Tesla reported that shares increased by 12%.
This means that the earnings per share was $0.72 - far higher than investors' predictions of $0.60 per share.
While revenue was slightly less than expected - $25.18 billion against a Wall Street projection of $25.43 billion - Musk reassured investors that he believed Tesla would be the most profitable company in the world if they can execute their plans.
Latest News for Tesla
Tesla is regularly in the news - and not always for the right reasons. This is the latest Tesla news:
In September 2024, Tesla's Germany plant made headlines after managers were sent to the homes of employees on long-term paid sick leave. The manufacturing director of Tesla’s Berlin-Brandenburg gigafactory defended the decision describing it as a common industry practice.
This move has sparked criticism from the trade union IG Metall, which represents some of the 12,000 workers at the plant, accusing Tesla of harsh working conditions contributing to high sick leave rates (sometimes reaching 15%). While Thierig argued some employees were exploiting Germany's labor protection laws, IG Metall maintained that Tesla's approach was worsening stress and sickness among its workforce.
The same factory in September 2024 produced its 400,000th vehicle - a feat achieved in just two and a half years of operation. The factory currently only builds the Tesla Model Y.
October 10th - Tesla's robotaxi, the 'Cybercab'
Tesla revealed its highly anticipated robotaxi, or "Cybercab" as Elon Musk has referred to it, at the "We, Robot" event in Burbank, California. If launched, the Cybercab will share the roads with driverless robotaxis that are already operating in the US, developed by companies like Waymo (owned by Alphabet, Google's parent company).
The reveal was originally planned for August, but was delayed after Musk requested a design change. Revealed at the event, the vehicle features butterfly doors and has 2 seats. The Cybercab prototypes also don't have a steering wheel or pedals, being fully 'optimised for autonomy'.
- Musk stated that the Cybercab will cost around $30,000.
- Musk also wants the car to launch before 2027, but it's currently unclear how realistic that timeline is.
- The car is also planned to charge via wireless induction charging - the prototypes had no physical charging port.
- There are also no plans for a front trunk, meaning production models will probably just have the rear trunk showcased at the event.
- It's reported that Tesla aim for the range of the Cybercab to be around 200 miles.
- Tesla are aiming for the Cybercab to achieve around 5.5 miles per kWh - the most efficient EVs today achieve around 3-4 miles per kWh.
November 6th - Tesla shares soar after Trump victory
- Tesla's stock price has risen 37% since election night (as of Monday 11th November).
- On Monday 11th, the stock hit its highest price since April 2022 at $345.
- Since the election, Tesla has added about $300 billion in market value.
- Musk is now worth around $318 billion, more than $80 billion wealthier than the next richest person.
- A Tesla Cybertruck was spotted as part of Trump's motorcade in Texas on November 20th.
Tesla Company Information
Tesla Company Value
What is Tesla’s market cap?
As of November 7th 2024, Tesla has a market cap of $935.03 Billion.
- The automaker’s end-of-year market cap for 2023 was $789.89 billion.
- Tesla’s highest stock closing price was $409.97 on November 04, 2021.
- Since the 2024 Presidential Election in the US, Tesla has added $350 billion in market capitalisation.
In comparison, Toyota ended 2023 with a market cap of $247.48 billion and Volkswagen closed with a market cap of $64.19 billion.
Tesla Market Share – how does Tesla compare to other manufacturers?
Tesla sold 654,888 EVs in the US in 2023, making it the undisputed champion of EV sales in the US with a market share of 55%. For comparison, in 2022 Tesla had a 65% market share.
Brand |
US sales in 2023 |
EV market share |
Tesla |
654,888 |
55% |
Ford-Lincoln |
72,608 |
6% |
General Motors |
75,848 |
6.4% |
Volkswagen Group |
70,398 |
5.9% |
Mercedes-Benz |
35,272 |
2.9% |
Elon Musk
Elon Musk is Tesla's largest shareholder with 715 million shares, the CEO and the public face of the company. He is also the CEO, CTO and Chief Designer at SpaceX, and owner and previous CEO of Twitter (rebranded as X) after a $44 billion takeover of the social media platform.
Elon Musk supported Trump during the 2024 US presidential election. The former president's re-election saw Tesla's market value exceed $1 trillion for the first time since 2022, with Musk's personal net worth topping $300 billion.
What is Elon Musk's Salary?
Elon Musk's salary at Tesla is 0$ - he doesn't take payment in the 'usual' form, and is instead compensated through stock options. Tesla are pushing to pay Musk $56 billion for his work over the last 6 years, as Tesla's market value increased by as much as $650 billion over the last 10 years. However, the deal was blocked by a US judge who found the deal unfair to shareholders.
- The Calpers (the largest state public pension fund in the US) CEO stated on May 29th that, as of that day, they would vote against Elon Musk's proposed pay package, as they did not believe the compensation reflected the performance of Tesla. They stressed that this position could change based on the outcome of a talk they were yet to have with Musk.
- The shareholder vote passed in June, by 75%.
Elon Musk's Pay Award
A Delaware judge ruled that Tesla couldn't pay Musk its proposed $56 billion pay award, the ruling stating that Tesla had failed to prove the fairness of the package. Conflict of interest laws in Delaware mean that all investors, not just minority investors, need to be protected - the judge ruled that the pay shouldn't be so large.
Employees
How many employees does Tesla have?
As of 2023, Tesla has 140,500 employees. This number is likely lower now in 2024 as Musk laid off the entire Supercharger team - 500 employees were fired in the cutbacks.
Why did Tesla fire its Supercharger team?
While Tesla or Elon Musk haven't released an official statement outlining why the EV manufacturer dismissed its entire Supercharger team (approximately 500 employees), changing priorities may have prompted the sacking.
Musk said on X (formerly Twitter) that Tesla is still committed to building chargers, and in 2024 $500 million will be spent on new chargers in the network. However, expansion will be slower, with the primary focus on ensuring 100% uptime and expanding existing locations.
History
Who is the owner of Tesla?
No single entity or individual fully owns Tesla. As of 2023, Elon Musk is the biggest shareholder with 715 million shares which is 20.6% of Tesla stocks.
- The Vanguard Group holds 225.94 million shares - 7% of Tesla stocks.
- Blackrock has 186.65 million shares - 5.8% of Tesla stocks.
When was Tesla founded?
Tesla was founded on 1st July 2003, in San Carlos ( California), United States by two engineers, Martin Eberhard and Marc Tarpenning.
- Elon Musk led the initial rounds of investing for Tesla before taking over as CEO in October 2008.
- As of 2023, Tesla has 140,500 employees.
How many Teslas are there in the world?
As of 2024, there are around 5 million Teslas worldwide. The company sells around 400,000 cars each quarter.
Factories and Production
How many gigafactories does Tesla have?
As of 2023, Tesla Inc. has five gigafactories located in Nevada, New York, Shanghai, Texas, and Berlin—Brandenburg.
How many Tesla factories are there?
As of 2023, Tesla has eight factories worldwide - California, Nevada, New York, Shanghai, Texas, Berlin, Kato, and Lathrop.
Where are Tesla’s manufacturing locations?
As of 2023, Tesla has eight (8) manufacturing locations worldwide. They are located in California, Nevada, New York, Shanghai, Texas, Berlin, Kato, and Lathrop.
- California is Tesla's first factory — produces Model S, Model 3, Model X and Model Y.
- Tesla’s factory in Nevada is one of the world's highest-volume plants for batteries, electric motors and powertrains.
- The New York factory builds solar panels, Solar Roof, and electrical components for Superchargers.
- The factory in Shanghai was Tesla's first factory abroad — it produces Model 3 and Model Y.
- Texas is Tesla’s new global headquarters. Tesla also produces Model Y here and, according to the company, would be the future home of Cybertruck.
- The factory in Berlin—Brandenburg is Tesla's first European factory. It currently produces Model Y and will produce batteries and more in the future.
- Kato factory is responsible for battery development and pilot product production.
- Lathrop is a utility-scale battery factory that is optimised for building Megapack.
Tesla is also building an in-house lithium refinery in Texas. Construction is reported to have created nearly 1000 jobs, and when complete will employ more than 250 full-time staff.
How many cars does Tesla make a year?
Tesla made 1,845,985 cars in 2023.
Tesla Sales 2023
How many Teslas were sold in 2023? Tesla experienced a strong year of sales in 2023, with over 1.8 million cars delivered globally. Read on for detailed Tesla sales statistics for 2023.
Production
How many EVs did Tesla produce in 2023?
2023 was Tesla’s all-time-highest EV production year. Total cars produced globally reached 1,845,985 and deliveries stood at 1,808,581.
- 1,775,159 Tesla Model 3/Y were produced in 2023 and 1,739,707 of those were delivered.
- 70,826 Tesla Model S/X and Cybertrucks were produced in 2023 with 68,874 delivered.
Tesla Deliveries
How many cars did Tesla sell in 2023?
In 2023, Tesla’s global EV deliveries hit 1.81 million — 38% higher than the 1.31 million cars the automaker delivered in 2022. In the same year, production grew 35% from 1,369,611 in 2022 to 1,845,985 in 2023.
Tesla’s Global Production and Deliveries in 2023:
Model |
Production |
Delivery |
Model 3/Y |
1,775,159 |
1,739,707 |
Other Models |
70,826 |
68,874 |
Total |
1,845,985 |
1,808,581 |
What is the carbon footprint of Tesla’s production?
Tesla’s carbon footprint from EV production totalled 610,000 metric tons of CO2 for Scope 1 (production emissions) and Scope 2 (emissions from purchased electricity and heat) in 2022. Its Scope 3 emissions accounted for more than 30.1 million metric tons of CO2 in the same year.
- The largest source of Tesla’s carbon emissions (27%) was mining and battery manufacture in 2022.
- 18% of 2022 carbon emissions came from aluminium, and steel accounted for 8%.
- Tesla reported 47% of its 2022 carbon emission as “all other,” which includes transportation and distribution, employee commuting and business travel. 3.4 million metric tons of CO2 emission was from the “use of sold products” — i.e. from driving the cars.
Tesla Revenue 2023
How much does Tesla make a year?
Year |
Revenue ($ millions) |
2009 |
112 |
2010 |
117 |
2011 |
204 |
2012 |
413 |
2013 |
2,014 |
2014 |
3,198 |
2015 |
4,046 |
2016 |
7,000 |
2017 |
11,759 |
2018 |
21,461 |
2019 |
24,578 |
2020 |
31,536 |
2021 |
53,823 |
2022 |
81,462 |
2023 |
96,773 |
Tesla’s annual revenue for 2023 was $96.773 billion — 19% higher than the previous year’s $81.462 billion.
How much did Tesla’s revenue grow in 2023?
Tesla revenue for the twelve months ending December 31, 2023, was $96.773B, a 28.13% increase year-on-year.
What were Tesla's revenue streams in 2023?
- Tesla generated $82.419 billion in automotive revenue for 2023, which is 15% higher than its automotive revenue in 2022 ($71.462 billion) and almost equal to its total revenue for 2019-2021 ($92.289 billion).
- In 2023, Tesla’s energy generation and storage revenue hit an all-time high of $6.035 billion. In contrast, the three previous years’ revenue were 3.909 billion (2022), 2.789 billion (2021) and 1.994 billion (2020).
- Tesla generated $8.319 billion in 2023 from “Services and Other Revenue“ — a 37% increment from the previous year’s $6.091 billion.
- Tesla reported revenue of $1.790 billion from sales of carbon credit in 2023 — $521 million in Q1, $282 million in Q2, $554 million in Q3, and $433 million in Q4.
Tesla Sales UK
In 2023, Tesla sold 47,840 EVs in the UK, making it the top-ranking EV car brand with 15.2% of the electric vehicle market share.
- Tesla’s closest competitor in the EV space is MG with 28,992 EVs sold and a market share of 9.2% in 2023.
- Tesla sold 34,495 Model Y and 12,944 Model 3 in the UK in 2023.
- Model X and Model S saw the lowest demand in the UK — 55 and 67 units sold respectively, with 278 Tesla EVs registered as “Unknown”.
- In the first 6 months of 2024, Tesla sold 23,029 cars - that's 11.90% less than the number of cars Tesla had sold at the same point in 2023 (26,140).
- The Tesla Model Y was the 3rd most popular new car sold in the UK in June 2024, with 3,642 units sold through the month.
- As of September, the Tesla Model Y is the 9th most popular new car in the UK, with 23,495 sales so far in 2024.
Tesla 2023 UK sales by model:
Model Y |
Model 3 |
Model X |
Model S |
Unknown |
34,495 |
12,944 |
55 |
67 |
278 |
Tesla UK Market Share
- Tesla sold 3,152 cars in May 2024, an 8.35% decline from the same month last year (3,439). Tesla’s market share for May 2024 was 2.13%, lower than May 2023’s 2.37%.
- In May 2024, Tesla has 1.97% share of the UK new car market. By July 2024, this had increased to 2.21%, but sales were still nearly 13% lower than in the first 7 months of 2023.
- In October 2024, Tesla's market share dropped by more than 63% compared to the same month in 2023 - 971 vehicles were sold, with October 2023 seeing 2,677 sold. For the months January through October 2024, Tesla's market share is still more than 12% lower than the same period in 2023.
How much is a Tesla UK?
The cheapest new Tesla (at the time of writing) is the Model 3 RWD, which starts at £39,990. Prices depend on the model and trim selected.
Tesla US Sales
In 2023, Tesla sold 654,888 vehicles in the US alone. The Model Y was the most popular Tesla EV (394,497 sold) followed by the Model 3 (220,910 sold). Tesla sold 23,015 and 16,466 Model X and Model S units respectively.
Tesla 2023 US sales by model:
Model Y |
Model 3 |
Model X |
Model S |
394,497 |
220,910 |
23,015 |
16,466 |
- Tesla's 2024 sales are currently suffering, compared to the company's usual performance - in Q1 2024, the company produced 433,371 cars, but only sold 386,810. That means Tesla produced nearly 50,000 more cars than it could sell in the quarter.
- While new EV registrations grew by 9.6% in May 2024, Tesla registrations fell for the 4th consecutive month - However, Tesla is still the best-selling EV brand in the US by far.
- The Tesla Model Y was the most popular EV sold in the US in 2022.
How many cars did Tesla make in 2023?
Tesla built 1,845,985 cars in 2023. Roughly a third of those cars were then sold in the US.
Tesla European Sales
Europe is one of Tesla's largest markets, with the Model Y proving especially popular with European motorists - in 2023, more than 250,000 were registered across the continent. As the European Union prepare to ban the sale of petrol and diesel cars in 2035, EV sales from companies like Tesla are likely to be strong.
Tesla sales by country:
Country | Model Y |
Model 3 |
Model X |
Model S |
Norway |
23,058 |
2081 |
138 |
99 |
Germany |
45,818 |
15,865 |
759 |
1,240 |
France |
37,127 |
24,539 |
462 |
583 |
Italy |
8,587 |
7,385 |
260 |
401 |
Sweden |
16,576 |
3,010 |
367 |
548 |
Belgium |
8,980 |
2,471 |
315 |
299 |
Spain |
6,843 |
6,123 |
162 |
132 |
Tesla China Sales
Tesla sold 603,304 EVs in China in 2023. The automaker faced stiff opposition from China’s BYD which sold 1,262,065 BEVs that year.
- In China, the most popular Tesla model was the Model Y with 456,394 units sold.
- The Tesla Model Y was the second most-bought EV in China in 2023.
- Only the BYD Song sold more (627,731) than Tesla in China — many of those (543,748) were the PHEV (plug-in hybrid) version of the BYD Song. In comparison, the BEV version sold only 92,983 units in 2023.
- Tesla sold 146,910 of its Model 3 in China in 2023.
- 2023 was the first time Tesla ranked #2 for EV sales in China with a 7.5% market share (BYD had 33.8%). The US automaker had been in the third spot for three years in a row.
Tesla's latest production vehicle is the Cybertruck, an EV truck competing in a market dominated by the well-established Ford F-150 (and its EV counterpart, the F-150 Lightning). One of its main features is the ability to operate tools or charge another EV using integrated 120V and 240V outlets mounted in the bed and cabin - those outlets can also deliver up to 11.5kw of power to a home during outages.
- Between December 2023 and the start of April 2024, Tesla delivered around 3,800 Cybertrucks. For comparison, Ford sold 7,743 F-150 Lightnings in Q1 2024 - an 80.4% increase over the same quarter in 2023.
- Tesla claims the Cybertruck has a towing capacity of 4,990kg, an estimated range of 340 miles, and can go from 0-60mph in 2.6 seconds.
- The Cybertruck can also carry a maximum payload of 1,134kg in 1,897l of storage space.
Tesla Model 3
The Model 3 is currently Tesla's cheapest EV, competing with cars from 'legacy' manufacturers like the Hyundai Ioniq 6 and BMW i4.
Cost: £39,990 (base RWD)
Range: 318 miles (base RWD)
As of 2024, the price of a Tesla Model 3 starts from £39,990 for those in the UK. In the US, the price starts from $38,990.
- The range of Tesla Model 3 Rear-wheel Drive in the UK is 318 miles and 272 miles in the US (due to differing testing methods).
- The Tesla Model 3 Long range starts from £49,990 in the UK and $46,990 in the US, with a range of 390 miles in the UK and 341 miles in the US.
- These prices do not include Enhanced Autopilot, Full Self-Driving Capability, or Charge Connector.
How much it costs to charge a Tesla Model 3 in the UK depends on the power source you use. On the Supercharger network, the average cost to charge is £0.67 per kilowatt (KWh).
- Tesla Supercharger network uses a pay-as-you-go model — you only pay for the power used in topping up the battery.
- Tesla owners who subscribe to the £10.99 monthly membership will be charged around £0.53 per kWh
- A Supercharger can add about 200 miles of range per 15 minutes of charge.
- The automaker recommends Level 2 charging (from your home) as the best way to maintain the range and health of your Tesla battery.
- Tesla offers a Wall connector unit for £475 that can be installed at home by any certified electrician.
- Depending on the power available at your home, Tesla’s current Wall connector can add 44 miles of range per hour of charge.
Tesla doesn't provide data on individual EV models produced or delivered. The Tesla Model 3 and Y production rates are reported together - for 2023, this was 1,775,159 with 1,739,707 deliveries made.
At the start of the year 2023, Tesla’s Model 3 production target was to boost production rate by 50%. The automaker could only produce 1,775,159 Model 3/Y, which is 37% more than the previous year’s output (1,298,434 EVs) but 13% below target.
Assuming the battery is at 0%, it would take 50 kWh to charge from 0% to 100% since a Tesla Model 3 has a battery capacity of 50 kilowatt-hours (kWh).
However, since you never charge from 0% and it’s not advisable to charge to 100% every time, the actual kWh used will vary.
A Wall Connector adds up to 44 miles of range per hour of charge. It would take 7 hours to charge a 272-mile range Tesla Model 3 from 0% to 100%. A Supercharger can add 200 miles of range in 15 minutes of charge.
According to Tesla CEO Elon Musk, its EV batteries can last around 300,000 miles to 500,000 miles before you’ll need to replace them. That means you can charge and discharge the Model 3 Long Range about 1,200 times before the battery degrades beyond use.
Some factors that can impact your battery’s health include:
- Too many Supercharges over the course of the vehicle’s lifetime,
- Randomly hitting top speed,
- Discharging below 20% or charging to 100% too often,
- And inclement weather.
Tesla Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive can accelerate 0-60 in 5.8 seconds thanks to its single, 242 bhp electric motor. The Model 3 Long Range, which has an extra electric motor on the front axle does 0-60 in 4.2 seconds and has a combined power output of 346bhp— both have a top speed of 125 mph.
The Tesla Model 3 comes in three variations: Standard Range Plus, Long Range, and Performance. The Standard Range Plus model is equipped with a single motor and weighs 1625 kg (3,582 lb). Both the Long Range and Performance models boast dual motors, with each weighing 1844 kg (4,065 lb).
November 2006 was the last time Tesla referenced the cell count of their batteries — it weighed 900 lb with 6,831 cells at the time.
The frequency of charge for a Tesla Model 3 Long Range with an estimated range of 341 miles depends on the length of your commute:
- if doing short trips within the city, you might only charge 2-3 times weekly.
- Longer trips may require a recharge at any of the 50,000+ Superchargers.
When you input a destination on the Trip Planner, it will automatically calculate your route with Superchargers along the way.
Tesla Model Y
The Tesla Model Y is one of the most popular model from the EV manufacturer, regularly dominating EV sales charts globally. It's the best-selling EV in the US for Q3 2024, and topped the UK EV sales chart in 2023. The Model Y is undergoing a refresh in 2025, with the codename 'Juniper' and some sources suggesting production has already started.
How much is a Tesla Model Y?
The cost of a Tesla Model Y in the UK starts from £44,990. In the US, the price starts from $43,990.
- The range of the Model Y Rear-Wheel Drive in the UK is 283 miles and 250 miles in the US.
- The Tesla Model Y Long Range's cost starts from £59,990 in the UK and $48,990 in the US, with a range of 331 miles in the UK and 310 miles in the US.
- The Tesla Model Y Performance’s starting price is £59,990 in the UK and $52,490 in the US, with a range of 319 miles in the UK and 285 miles in the US.
- The Tesla Model Y was the highest-ranked small SUV in the Euro NCAP safety assessment.
These prices do not include Enhanced Autopilot, Full Self-Driving Capability, or Charge Connector.
How many kWh to charge a Tesla Model Y?
The amount of kWh it takes to charge a Tesla Model Y depends on the current charge left. Assuming the battery is at 0%, it would take 75kWh to charge from 0% to 100% because a Tesla Model Y has a battery capacity of 75 kilowatt-hours (kWh).
However, since you never charge from 0% and it’s not advisable to charge to 100% every time, the actual kWh used will vary.
Tesla Model Y Emissions
Like all EVs, the Tesla Model Y doesn't produce any co2 emissions while being driven - the only emissions are generated in the manufacturing process, such as extracting and transporting lithium for the batteries.
Tesla Model X
How much is a Tesla Model X?
For those in the UK, the price of a Tesla Model X starts from £105,690. In the US, the price starts from $79,990.
- The range of the Tesla Model X in the UK is 358 miles and 335 miles in the US.
- The Tesla Model X Plaid starts from £114,390 in the UK and $94,990 in the US, with a range of 337 miles in the UK and 325 miles in the US. These prices do not include Enhanced Autopilot, Full Self-Driving Capability, or Charge Connector.
Tesla Model S
- The 2022 Tesla Model S was the best-in-class for all-electric cars in the Euro NCAP safety assessment.
How long does it take Tesla to produce a Model S?
Tesla Model S and Model X are produced in its Fremont factory which has an output of 100,000 Model S or Model X yearly. That means it takes Tesla under 1 minute to produce the Model S/X, thanks to automation and its 20,000 Fremont-based employees.
How much is a Tesla Model S?
A Tesla Model S in the UK starts from £86,990. In the US, the price starts from $74,990. The range of the Model S is 405 miles — in the UK and US.
The Tesla Model S Plaid’s starting price is £106,390 in the UK and $89,990 in the US, with a range of 390 miles in the UK and 359 miles in the US.
How long does a Tesla Model S battery last?
According to CEO Elon Musk, Tesla EV batteries can last between roughly 300,000 miles to 500,000 miles before you’ll need to replace them. That means you can charge and discharge the Model S Long Range about 900 times before its 405-mile battery degrades beyond use.
How long does it take to charge a Tesla Model S?
With an AC charging outlet, the Tesla Model S can charge up to 44 miles of range per hour. This means charging the 359-mile range Tesla Model S Plaid from 0% to 100% will take 8 hours. With a Supercharger, it would take about 45 minutes to charge a 405-mile-range Tesla Model 3 from 0% to 100%.
Tesla Batteries
Tesla battery production environmental impact
It's challenging to measure the environmental impact of Tesla’s lithium-ion battery production due to how complex the supply chains are. As many as 20 different materials have to be sourced from all over the world to produce a battery cell.
- According to Tesla, around 2.5 and 16 metric tons of CO2 are produced while manufacturing the Tesla Model 3 Long Range’s 80 kWh lithium-ion battery.
- Most of the materials used in producing a Tesla battery pass through several refining stages that are unrelated to battery production.
- As of 2022, Tesla’s battery supply chain made up over 25-30% of the GHG emissions in its supply chain.
- Nickel contributed the most CO2 impact per kg — 69% from chemical processing, 18% from primary extraction, 3% from transportation, and 10% from upgrading.
- Zero Tesla batteries end up in landfills.
- In 2022, Tesla recycled 3,800 metric tons (mt) of earth metals — 2,300 mt of Nickel, 900 mt of copper, 300 mt of Lithium, and 300 mt of cobalt.
- Tesla achieved a 15% YoY reduction in water used per vehicle (including battery cells).
How long does a Tesla battery last?
According to Tesla CEO Elon Musk, its EV batteries can last around 300,000 miles to 500,000 miles before you’ll need to replace them. That means you can charge and discharge your Tesla EV 900 to 1,300 times before its battery degrades beyond use.
How long will a Tesla battery last?
The lifespan of a Tesla battery depends on various factors such as charge & discharge cycles, charge frequency, and driving style. But even after 200,000 miles, a Tesla battery degrades just 12%.
That means the Tesla Model 3 Long Range with an estimated 80 kWh battery and 341 miles range would become 70 kWh with 300 miles range.
The Carbon Footprint of Manufacturing a Tesla
Tesla is constantly optimising or eliminating emission-intensive production processes across its factory operations.
- In 2023, resold its carbon credit for $1.824 billion.
- Tesla achieved a 30% YoY reduction in GHG operational emissions per vehicle in 2022.
- Scope 1 and scope 2 emissions from totalled 610,000 metric tons of CO2 in 2022.
- Tesla’s Shanghai factory upgrade resulted in 19% less kWh of energy used vs. its Fremont factory.
- Sales, Service & Delivery was responsible for 27,000 mt of scope 1 emissions and 74,000 mt of scope 2 emissions.
How much is a Tesla battery?
A Tesla battery in 2024 is estimated to cost up to $20,000 (about £16,000) for certain models like the Model S, including labour costs and any additional parts (like wiring) that may be needed. However, most Tesla battery replacements cost in the range of $12,000-$15,000 (about £9600-£12,000).
How much lithium is in a Tesla battery?
The amount of lithium present in a Tesla battery varies across Tesla models — the smaller battery packs contain approximately 22-33 lb (10-15 kg ) of lithium and 139 lbs (63 kg) in the larger battery packs.
How many batteries are in a Tesla?
November 2006 was the last time Tesla referenced the cell count of their batteries — it weighed 900 lb with 6,831 cells.
Tesla Supercharger Statistics
Locations
Tesla owns and operates a global and fast-charging network of 50,000+ Superchargers — the largest in the world. The UK has 110 supercharging locations on major routes and near convenient amenities. You can see those on your route in the Tesla Trip Planner app.
Number of Stations by Country
How many Tesla superchargers are in the UK?
The UK has 110 supercharging locations on major routes and near convenient amenities, you can see those on your route in the Tesla Trip Planner app.
Supercharger FAQ
How long does a Tesla supercharger take?
A Supercharger can add about 200 miles of range per 15 minutes of charge. This means it can fully charge any Tesla model from 0%-100% in under 50 minutes.
How much does it cost to use a Tesla supercharger?
Depending on the location and time of day, you can expect to pay $0.25 to $0.50 per kWh when using a Tesla Supercharger. This means it would cost between $12.5 to $25 to charge the Tesla Model 3 (50 kWh battery capacity) from 0% to 100%.
How much is a Tesla supercharger?
You need to apply on the Tesla website to host a Supercharger at your business property. There is no information on how much it costs to install a Supercharger.
How fast are Tesla superchargers?
A Supercharger is a fast-charging DC source that can add about 200 miles of range per 15 minutes of charge. It would take about 45 minutes to charge a 405-mile-range Tesla Model 3 from 0% to 100%.
How many miles will a Tesla last on one charge?
Model |
Mileage Range |
Model S |
405 miles |
Model S Plaid |
396 miles |
Model 3 Standard Range |
272 miles |
Model 3 Long Range |
333 miles |
Model 3 Performance |
315 miles |
Model X |
348 miles |
Model X Plaid |
333 miles |
Model Y |
330 miles |
Model Y Performance |
303 miles |
Caring For Your Tesla
How often does a Tesla need service?
Tesla’s recommended service routine:
Service |
Service routine |
Service Action |
Brake fluid health check* |
Every 4 years |
Replace if necessary. |
A/C desiccant bag* |
Every 4 years |
Replace |
Cabin air filter |
Every 2 years |
Replace |
Brake callipers |
Every year or 12,500 miles (20,000 km) |
Clean and lubricate if in an area where roads are salted during winter. |
Rotate tyres |
Every 6,250 miles (10,000 km) |
Rotate if the tread depth difference is 2/32 in (1.5 mm) or greater, whichever comes first. |
*Replacement of A/C desiccant bags can be extended to 6 years on vehicles manufactured between 2017-2021.
*More frequent brake fluid checks and replacements may be required, especially when the vehicle is frequently used for heavy, brake-dependent usage such as towing, mountain descents, or performance driving — more so for vehicles in hot and humid environments.
Tesla recommends replacing tyres every six years or sooner, even if the tread depth is above the minimum.
- It is advisable to replace all four tyres at the same time when the set becomes worn.
- Tesla approves specific tyres for different models.
- Tesla-approved tyres are marked with a Tx specification (e.g. T0, T1, T2).
Tesla recommends doing so every 6,250 miles (10,000 km). Ideally, you’d also check and correct tyre pressure at least monthly.
For those with a daily commute of under 50 miles, it's advisable to recharge your Tesla every two to three days. This approach helps maintain the battery level between 50% and 90%, promoting longevity. Before embarking on a long-distance journey, ensure your Tesla is charged to at least 80% capacity.
Tesla suggests scheduling a service visit at least every two years. Tesla vehicles typically require minimal servicing beyond addressing initial delivery issues and replacing worn items like tyres and windscreen wipers.
You should charge your vehicle to 100% only when necessary, for instance before a very long journey. You can input your destination in the Trip Planner to see the number of Supercharger locations on your route.
According to Tesla, you should limit fast charging with the Supercharger to long road trips. Quickly charging a battery can reduce its lifespan.
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