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Tesla Model S 2021+

The 2021 refresh brought a completely new interior, a horizontal screen and a faster AMD computer.

Specifications

Built	2021–2026
Long Range	670 hp, up to 405–410 miles EPA
Aerodynamics	Cd 0.208
Screens	17-inch horizontal + 8-inch rear screen
Computer	AMD Ryzen infotainment; HW3, HW4 from 2023
Steering	Yoke or round wheel

Points to watch

Early cars came with the yoke steering wheel only; try it before you buy.
Cars from about 2023 have HW4; older ones HW3.
Tesla stopped production in 2026 but promises service, parts and updates.

What makes it special

Very quiet and efficient for its size.
Rear-seat screen for passengers.

Accessories

Coming soon: accessories that fit this version, tested and explained.

Sources

11 kW

A 22 kW charger won't charge your Tesla any faster

Most Tesla models charge at home at up to 11 kW AC.

Read why →

1:10

Robotaxi · October 13, 2026

Where Tesla Robotaxi operates now: six cities without a safety driver

From Austin to Tampa, Tesla's Robotaxi service is live in six US cities without a safety driver, plus the Bay Area with one. Here is the full list and what is coming next.

1:29

Earnings · October 13, 2026

Where Tesla's $25 billion is going: the 2026 spending plan explained

Tesla plans to invest more than $25 billion this year, about three times as much as in 2025. Here is what the money is for, how Tesla pays for it and what it means for profits.

1:02

News · October 12, 2026

Tesla in China: September retail sales fall 9%, but Shanghai exports jump 58%

Giga Shanghai shipped 95,366 cars in September, up 5%, as exports made up for weaker domestic demand. It is the fourth straight month of falling retail sales in China.

1:38

Software · October 11, 2026

How Tesla software updates work: version numbers, waves and why your neighbor got it first

Why does one Tesla get an update weeks before another? A plain guide to Tesla's version numbers, staged rollouts, the Advanced setting and what to do if an update fails.

1:18

Optimus · October 10, 2026

Tesla cuts memory on its AI5 and AI6 chips to build more Optimus robots

Tesla reportedly plans to give its next AI chips less memory so it can produce more of them for Optimus. Here is what changes and what it means for cars.

1:37

Charging · October 9, 2026

How to charge a non-Tesla at a Tesla Supercharger in Europe: a step-by-step guide

Most Superchargers in the Netherlands, Belgium and the rest of Europe are open to every electric car. Here is how it works, what it costs and when a membership pays off.

HW4

Buying a used Model 3? Check the hardware first

The Highland has HW4, older cars HW3. It decides what FSD can do.

How to check →

1:08

FSD · October 8, 2026

Tesla starts rolling out FSD v14.3.11: what's new and who gets it first

The latest version of Full Self-Driving (Supervised) is reaching early testers on software 2026.33.5. HW4 cars get v14.3.11; HW3 cars get a 'Lite' version.

1:19

Optimus · October 7, 2026

Tesla plans a dedicated Optimus factory in Texas, designed for 10 million robots a year

After Fremont, Tesla is preparing a far larger Optimus plant at Gigafactory Texas, with production planned to start in late 2026. The number is huge; so are the doubts.

1:23

Models · October 7, 2026

Model Y is the best-selling car in all five Nordic countries, and one in four new cars in Norway

In September the Model Y topped the sales charts in Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland and Iceland. In Norway alone, 4,810 were registered.

1:10

Robotaxi · October 6, 2026

Tesla asked for eight more weeks to answer NHTSA on the Cybercab. It got 30 days

The US regulator has moved Tesla's deadline to October 30. Its 21 questions cover everything from mirrors and brakes to why Tesla never applied for an exemption.

1:30

Charging · October 6, 2026

Tesla's Supercharger network passes 85,000 stalls at more than 9,000 sites

Tesla keeps adding around 2,700 fast-charging stalls a quarter, and new prefabricated designs should speed things up. Here is where the network stands and what it means for drivers.

1:47

Guides · October 5, 2026

Buying a used Model 3: Highland or the original, and why HW3 vs HW4 matters

A used Model 3 can be a great deal, but the generation matters more than you might think. Here is how the original and the Highland differ, and how to check the self-driving hardware.

−20%

Losing range in winter? It doesn't have to be

Preconditioning and the right settings save you kilometers.

9 winter tips →

1:36

Charging · October 4, 2026

Charging a Tesla at home: why 11 kW is enough for almost everyone

A home charger is the cheapest and easiest way to run a Tesla. Here is what you need, why faster is rarely better, and what to check before you install one.

1:09

Energy · October 3, 2026

Tesla Energy deploys 13.7 GWh in Q3: growth continues, but slower than hoped

Tesla's battery storage business grew almost 10% from a year ago, yet missed analyst expectations by more than 2 GWh. Here is what is behind the numbers.

1:18

Software · October 3, 2026

Tesla's 2026 Spring Update, revisited: 'Hey Grok', automatic updates and one-tap FSD

The biggest Tesla software release of the year so far added hands-free Grok, automatic installs and a quicker way to subscribe to FSD. Here is what it changed in daily use.

1:04

News · October 2, 2026

Tesla UK sales nearly double in September, Model 3 is Britain's top electric car

Tesla registered 15,875 cars in the UK in September, its best month in at least a year and a half. The Model 3 led the EV charts, with the Model Y in second place.