Compare 2021 Tesla Model S vs 2016 Tesla Model S
Dimensions
The 2021 Tesla Model S is about 51 mm longer and 23 mm wider than the 2016 Tesla Model S, while the 2016 Tesla Model S is about 14 mm taller than the 2021 Tesla Model S.
Front view
Capacity
The 2021 Tesla Model S offers about 123 L more cargo space with the seats folded than the 2016 Tesla Model S, while the 2016 Tesla Model S delivers about 66 L more cargo space with the seats up than the 2021 Tesla Model S. Both models have 4 doors. Both models have 5 seats.
Rear view
Misc.
Both models share a wheelbase of about 2960 mm. The 2021 Tesla Model S weighs about 32 kg less than the 2016 Tesla Model S. Both models sit at roughly the same ride height, about 117 mm. Both models need about 12.3 m of space to turn.
Side view
Frequently asked questions
How do the dimensions of the 2021 Tesla Model S compare with the 2016 Tesla Model S?
Length: 2021 Tesla Model S 5,021 mm; 2016 Tesla Model S 4,970 mm. 2021 Tesla Model S is longer by 51 mm. Width (excluding mirrors): 2021 Tesla Model S 1,987 mm; 2016 Tesla Model S 1,964 mm. 2021 Tesla Model S is wider by 23 mm. Height: 2021 Tesla Model S 1,431 mm; 2016 Tesla Model S 1,445 mm. 2016 Tesla Model S is taller by 14 mm.
Which car has more cargo space?
2021 Tesla Model S: at least 798 L and up to 1,828 L 2016 Tesla Model S: at least 864 L and up to 1,705 L 2021 Tesla Model S offers about 123 L more space.
Which car seats more passengers?
2021 Tesla Model S: up to 5 seats 2016 Tesla Model S: up to 5 seats Seating capacity is identical.
Which car weighs more?
2021 Tesla Model S: around 2,068 kg 2016 Tesla Model S: around 2,100 kg 2016 Tesla Model S is heavier by roughly 32 kg.
Which car is easier to maneuver?
2021 Tesla Model S: 12.3 m 2016 Tesla Model S: 12.3 m Both have a similar turning circle.