What does a road trip cost in the 2020 Tesla Model S?
Trip cost
$24
- 500 miles at 28.8 kWh per 100 miles: 144 kWh.
- Full charges used: 1.2. Range 402 miles.
- $12 each for 2 people.
- 2020 Tesla Model S Long Range Plus AWD.
- Median of 97 gas and hybrid sedans (2020): $52 for 500 miles.
500 miles. Gas $3.20. Power 17 cents per kWh. 2 people.
| Miles | kWh | Cost | Charges | Each |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | 29 | $5 | 0.2 | $2 |
| 300 | 86 | $15 | 0.7 | $7 |
| 500 | 144 | $24 | 1.2 | $12 |
| 1,000 | 288 | $49 | 2.5 | $24 |
What this cannot tell you
EPA range and kWh rating. Your own use will differ.
Charger fees, tolls, food and stays not counted.
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