2018 Tesla Model S for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 20.8 to 21.3 kWh/100 km combined (EPA). 10 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 20.8 to 21.3 kWh/100 km
- Recalls
- 10
For sale
We do not have a 2018 Tesla Model S for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
2018 Tesla Model S specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Electric motor | Electric motor |
| Drive | All-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 1-speed automatic | 1-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Combined | 20.8 kWh/100 km | 21.3 kWh/100 km |
| Electric range | 539 km | 401 km |
| CO₂ | 0 g/km | 0 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $3.12 | $3.20 |
2018 Tesla Model S: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| MPG city (US) | 98 MPGe | 97 MPGe |
| MPG highway (US) | 104 MPGe | 100 MPGe |
| MPG combined (US) | 101 MPGe | 98 MPGe |
| Battery | 100 kWh | 75 kWh |
| Charge at 240 V | 12 hours | 10 hours |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 736 L (26 cu ft) | 736 L (26 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$767 | US$750 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at 15 cents a kWh) | $624 | $640 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2018 Tesla Model S
- NHTSA lists 10 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 170 complaints with NHTSA, most often about forward collision avoidance (70), unknown or other (36) and electrical system (35). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24V376000 | 2024-05-28 | seat belts:front:warning light/devices | Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2024 Model S, 2015-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. In the event of an unbelted driver, the seat belt warning light and audible chime may not activate as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal... |
| 24V153000 | 2024-02-27 | forward collision avoidance: warnings:external/pedestrian alert | Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2013, 2018-2021 Model S, 2020-2021 Model X, 2018-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. A factory reset muted the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141,... |
| 24V051000 | 2024-01-30 | electrical system: instrument cluster/panel | Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, 2019-2024 Model Y, and 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. An incorrect font size is displayed on the instrument panel for the Brake, Park, and Antilock Brake System (ABS) warning lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply... |
| 23V838000 | 2023-12-12 | electrical system:adas:driver monitoring:software | Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2023 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with all versions of Autosteer leading up to the version(s) that contains the recall remedy. In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, the prominence and scope of the feature's... |
| 23V085000 | 2023-02-15 | steering:automated/adaptive steering | Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2023 Model S, Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with Full Self-Driving Beta (FSD Beta) software or pending installation. The FSD Beta system may allow the vehicle to act unsafe around intersections, such as traveling straight through... |
| 22V818000 | 2022-11-01 | steering:electric power assist system | Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S and Model X vehicles. The electronic power assist steering (EPAS) system may experience a loss of power steering assist when driving on rough roads or after hitting a pothole. |
| 22V169000 | 2022-03-18 | back over prevention:display function | Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Model S, Model X, and 2017-2020 Model 3 vehicles equipped with Autopilot Computer 2.5 and operating certain firmware releases. The rearview image may not immediately display when the vehicle begins to reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the... |
| 22V037000 | 2022-01-27 | steering:automated/adaptive steering | Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. The "rolling stop" functionality available as part of the Full Self-Driving (Beta) software may allow the vehicle to travel through an all-way stop intersection without first coming to a stop. |
| 21V846000 | 2021-10-29 | forward collision avoidance: sensing system: camera | Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S, Model 3, Model X, and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles operating software version 2021.36.5.2. A communication error may cause false forward-collision warning (FCW) or unexpected activation of the automatic emergency brake (AEB) system. |
| 21V035000 | 2021-01-29 | visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac system | Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Tesla Model S and 2016-2018 Model X vehicles with a center display equipped with a NVIDIA Tegra 3 processor and an 8GB eMMC NAND flash memory device. When the 8GB eMMC NAND flash memory device for the center display reaches lifetime wear, the eMMC controller will... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2018 Tesla Model S for buyers
CarmaCars rents cars and does not sell the 2018 Tesla Model S; this page helps you judge it before you buy one elsewhere. Thinking about the 2018 Tesla Model S? Here are the numbers in plain words and what to check.
What to check on the Model S
Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. NHTSA has 170 owner complaints on file, mostly about forward collision avoidance, unknown or other and electrical system. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace.
Specs, explained
The electric motor, paired with a 1-speed automatic, drives it. Being electric, it is quiet and quick from a stop, and it charges at home, at work or at public chargers. All-wheel drive sends power to all four wheels, which helps on snow and wet roads; good tires still matter most.
At 20.8 kWh/100 km, a 300 km day uses roughly 62 kWh. The EPA rates its range at 539 km. Winter cold and fast highway driving cut that down. For 1,000 km, budget about $31.20 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$767 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Who it is for
It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car. It suits city driving and anyone with charging at home or work.
The Model S in everyday use
Being a large sedan, it is easy to park and comfortable on longer drives. At 736 litres, the trunk fits bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
Drive it on your own roads
Try the Model S on your commute, then decide. A test week in the Model S tells you more than any review. Rent the Model S for a week and see how it fits your life.
Year and trim
If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary.
What it costs to run
Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $31.20 at our price setting.
Questions first?
Ask about renting first, and buy with a clear head.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2018 Tesla Model S from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2018 Tesla Model S for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2018 Tesla Model S
Does CarmaCars sell the 2018 Tesla Model S?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2018 Tesla Model S before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2018 Tesla Model S have recalls?
NHTSA lists 10 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2018 Tesla Model S cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$767 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $624.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.