2013 Tesla Model S vs. 2014 Tesla Model S
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2013 Tesla Model S and 2014 Tesla Model S contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2013 Tesla Model S and the 2014 Tesla Model S.
When we compare the 2013 Tesla Model S's and the 2014 Tesla Model S's specifications and ratings, the 2013 Tesla Model S has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2014 Tesla Model S has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2013 Tesla Model S and 2014 Tesla Model S have the same interior volume, overall quality score Based on this comparison of the 2013 Tesla Model S's and the 2014 Tesla Model S's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2013 Tesla Model S ranges from $13,980 to $26,993 while a used 2014 Tesla Model S is priced between $14,932 to $29,987.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the 2013 Tesla Model S and the 2014 Tesla Model S both lose 59.5 percent of their value.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Tesla Model S is 8.1 out of 10. Tesla Model S is ranked 2 out of 26 Best Electric Cars based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings. Out of 15 Best Luxury Electric Cars, the Tesla Model S is ranked 2 and the Tesla Model S is ranked 2 based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the Tesla Model S is 9.4 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2013 Tesla Model S’s base engine makes 235 horsepower, and the 2014 Tesla Model S base engine makes 302 horsepower. The Model S is rated to deliver an average of 93 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 139 miles. The Model S is rated to deliver an average of 94 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 208 miles. This gives the 2014 Tesla Model S the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2013 Tesla Model S. Both models use electricity. The charge time for the Model S is 6 hours (240V), while the charge time for the Model S is 10 hours (240V).
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
$59,900
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
$69,900
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$19,911
Price Range:
$13,980 - $26,993
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
80
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
98,417
# Good or Great Deals:
29
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$22,084
Price Range:
$14,932 - $29,987
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
136
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
88,922
# Good or Great Deals:
45
Tesla Model S Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
9.4 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Tesla Model S Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
9.4 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2013 Tesla Model S
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iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2014 Tesla Model S
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
127.6
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
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Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
110.4
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Tesla Model S Rankings
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15 out of / 26Tesla Model S Rankings
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15 out of / 26Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
2013 Tesla Model S Trim Levels
Base, Performance
2014 Tesla Model S Trim Levels
60, 70, 85, P85, P85D
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
8 years
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
8 years
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
235 hp
Torque:
310 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
302 hp
Torque:
317 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
MPGe:
93 / 96 / 94
Range (city/hwy):
139 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity :
40 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
6 hours (240V)
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
MPGe:
94 / 97 / 95
Range (city/hwy):
208 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity:
60 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
10 hours (240V)
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Air Suspension:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Air Suspension:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
Available
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
Available
Wifi:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55 inches
Cargo Space:
31.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
95.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55 inches
Cargo Space:
31.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
95.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4647 lbs
Width:
86.2 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
196 inches
Wheelbase:
116.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4647 lbs
Width:
86.2 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
196 inches
Wheelbase:
116.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R19
Exterior Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Blue Metallic
Brown
Brown Metallic
Gray
Grey Metallic
Green
Green Metallic
Red
Red Multi-Coat
Silver
Silver Metallic
White
Pearl White / White
Exterior Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Blue Metallic
Brown
Brown Metallic
Gray
Grey Metallic
Green
Green Metallic
Red
Red Multi-Coat
Silver
Silver Metallic
White
Pearl White Multi-Coat / White
Interior Colors
Beige
Tan
Black
Black / Textile
Gray
Grey
Interior Colors
Beige
Tan
Black
Black / Textile
Gray
Grey
