Free Tesla Model S VIN Decoder
Look up available Tesla Model S vehicle details and compare engine, transmission and body variants. The results depend on the VIN and market; the catalog does not confirm a car’s exact factory equipment. 14 listed variants. Free, no registration.
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Checking your Tesla Model S identification
Physical-location reference: 2012–2020 Model S, European manual
Choose the right specification
Use the early Model S manual only for the production version it covers. This catalog can contain different motor and battery variants, and neither the model name nor a period range figure establishes the condition or usable capacity of the car’s current battery.
- Start with the screen and visible dashboard VIN before looking for a secondary marking.
- Confirm the installed variant and current features on the car, with supporting sale or service documents.
Model S locations changed during production
Tesla’s 2012–2020 European owner’s manual lists Controls > Software and the dashboard VIN, then describes different secondary markings before and from August 2015. It specifically discourages removing the sill panel because its clips can break. Use the visible VIN for the initial comparison and the correct manual or service assistance for further inspection.
Reference checked . Follow the edition and market stated for each source.
Tesla Model S specs by variant
All 14 listed variants, grouped by fuel and gearbox. Open a group and compare the listed years, engine, power and emissions. On a small screen, scroll the table sideways.
Electric · Gearbox not listed 13 variants
| Variant | Listed years | Fuel | Engine | Power | Gearbox | Drive | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P100D AWD (613 HP) | 2016–? | Electric | — | 605 bhp | — | — | — |
| P90D AWD (532 HP) | 2016–? | Electric | — | 532 bhp | — | — | — |
| 90D AWD (417 HP) | 2016–? | Electric | — | 417 bhp | — | — | — |
| 70D AWD (328 HP) | 2016–? | Electric | — | 328 bhp | — | — | — |
| 70 AWD (315 HP) | 2016–? | Electric | — | 315 bhp | — | RWD | — |
| 100D | 2016–? | Electric | — | — | — | — | — |
| P90D AWD (762 HP) | 2012–2016 | Electric | — | 752 bhp | — | — | — |
| 70D RWD (525 HP) | 2012–2016 | Electric | — | 518 bhp | — | RWD | — |
| 90D AWD (525 HP) | 2012–2016 | Electric | — | 518 bhp | — | — | — |
| 70 RWD (387 HP) | 2012–2016 | Electric | — | 382 bhp | — | RWD | — |
| 85 RWD (380 HP) | 2012–2016 | Electric | — | 380 bhp | — | RWD | — |
| 85D RWD (376 HP) | 2012–2016 | Electric | — | 375 bhp | — | RWD | — |
| P85D AWD (691 HP) | 2012–2016 | Electric | — | — | — | — | — |
Electric · AUTOMATIC 1 variant
| Variant | Listed years | Fuel | Engine | Power | Gearbox | Drive | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60 RWD (380 HP) | 2012–2016 | Electric | — | 380 bhp | AUTOMATIC 1sp | RWD | — |
Specification reference from cardata.wiki. A question mark means a year boundary is missing from the source, not that production continues. An empty field means the source did not provide that value. Confirm the fitted engine, transmission and equipment against the car’s documents. How specification matching works.
Reading your Tesla Model S result
Tesla results use available NHTSA manufacturer-submitted data and model-level open specifications. Coverage can differ by market and VIN format.
Model and motor data are not battery condition
When available, the VIN result identifies the Tesla model, model year and manufacturer-reported motor information. It does not measure battery health, remaining usable capacity or today’s real-world range.
Compare the correct model and variant
Model 3, Model Y, Model S and Model X are different model families. A catalog can list Standard Range, Long Range and Performance variants together. Those alternatives do not establish the battery pack or software features currently installed on a particular car.
Software and recalls need a current check
A VIN decode does not confirm a car’s current software version or enabled paid features. A model-level recall campaign is also not proof of an outstanding repair. Check the car’s information screen and confirm VIN-specific campaigns with Tesla.
How we match sources and handle missing data. For US-market vehicles, compare NHTSA’s VIN decoder and VIN-specific recall lookup. For other markets, confirm campaigns with the manufacturer or an authorised repairer.
Using the Tesla Model S specifications
Start with the car’s year, body and engine, then compare the matching row. Several variants may share a model name while differing in power, transmission or drive layout. If the advert conflicts with the registration or manufacturer documents, resolve the mismatch before relying on the specifications. A VIN lookup can help narrow the comparison, but does not replace a build record or inspection.
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