2016 Tesla Model S MPG
Official EPA fuel-economy rating for the 2016 Tesla Model S.
EPA combined fuel economy
89–99MPG
combined (55% city / 45% hwy)
City
92
MPG
Highway
94
MPG
Engine
—
Cylinders
—
Drive
RearWD
Class
Large Cars
Running cost
Estimated annual fuel cost
Per year
$560
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel used
160 gal
per year
At gas price
$3.50
per gallon
Based on 94 MPG combined and 15,000 miles per year. Adjust for your local gas price and annual mileage.
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FAQ
2016 Tesla Model S
- How many MPG does a 2016 Tesla Model S get?
- The 2016 Tesla Model S gets 89–99 MPG combined according to the EPA — about 92 MPG in the city and 94 MPG on the highway, depending on trim (5 configurations). Combined MPG is a 55% city / 45% highway blend.
- What is the annual fuel cost for a 2016 Tesla Model S?
- Driving 15,000 miles a year at 94 MPG combined, the 2016 Tesla Model S uses about 160 gallons of fuel per year — roughly $560 at $3.50/gallon. Your real cost varies with local gas prices and driving style.
- What is the difference between city and highway MPG on the 2016 Tesla Model S?
- The 2016 Tesla Model S returns 92 MPG city and 94 MPG highway. Highway is higher because steady-speed cruising avoids the stop-and-go acceleration that burns fuel in city driving. The 89–99 MPG combined figure blends the two.
- Is 94 MPG good for a large cars?
- For a large cars, 94 MPG combined is very efficient. Hybrid powertrains push this higher.
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