Car financing: 2019 Tesla Model S

None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 20.3 kWh/100 km combined (EPA). 9 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.

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Tesla Model S
Photo: Correlated alembic, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of the Tesla Model S, not the exact year; not one of our cars

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We do not have a 2019 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.

CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.

2019 Tesla Model S specs

2019 Tesla Model S powertrains
EngineElectric motor
DriveAll-wheel drive
Transmission1-speed automatic
FuelElectric
Combined20.3 kWh/100 km
Electric range595 km
CO₂0 g/km
Cost to drive 100 km$3.05

2019 Tesla Model S: every figure

2019 Tesla Model S figures by powertrain
MPG city (US)104 MPGe
MPG highway (US)103 MPGe
MPG combined (US)103 MPGe
Battery100 kWh
Charge at 240 V11.6 hours
Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet)736 L (26 cu ft)
Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices)US$750
Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at 15 cents a kWh)$610

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 2019 Tesla Model S

  • NHTSA lists 9 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 44 complaints with NHTSA, most often about forward collision avoidance (15), suspension (8) and service brakes (7). Have those parts checked before you buy.
2019 Tesla Model S recall campaigns
CampaignDateComponentSummary
24V3760002024-05-28seat belts:front:warning light/devicesTesla, 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...
24V1530002024-02-27forward collision avoidance: warnings:external/pedestrian alertTesla, 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,...
24V0510002024-01-30electrical system: instrument cluster/panelTesla, 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...
23V8380002023-12-12electrical system:adas:driver monitoring:softwareTesla, 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...
23V0850002023-02-15steering:automated/adaptive steeringTesla, 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...
22V8180002022-11-01steering:electric power assist systemTesla, 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.
22V1690002022-03-18back over prevention:display functionTesla, 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...
22V0370002022-01-27steering:automated/adaptive steeringTesla, 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.
21V8460002021-10-29forward collision avoidance: sensing system: cameraTesla, 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.

Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.

Buying the 2019 Tesla Model S

CarmaCars rents cars and does not sell the 2019 Tesla Model S; this page helps you judge it before you buy one elsewhere. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Buying the 2019 Tesla Model S is a big decision; here is the information we have.

Before you sign for the Model S

Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. There are 9 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done.

Reading the spec sheet

It uses the electric motor and all-wheel drive. It is fully electric: no gas at all, and you return it with the charge it had at pickup. All-wheel drive sends power to all four wheels, which helps on snow and wet roads; good tires still matter most.

Energy use is rated at 20.3 kWh/100 km, about 61 kWh for 300 km. A full charge is rated for 595 km; plan for less in the cold. For 1,000 km, budget about $30.50 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$750 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.

Good uses for the Model S

It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car. It suits people who want to try an electric car before buying one.

Space and size

It is a straightforward car to drive, park and live with. The EPA lists 736 litres for luggage, roughly bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.

A longer test drive

Try the Model S on your commute, then decide. Rent the Model S for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one. Rent the Model S first, and buy only if it fits your life.

Year and trim

Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first.

The cost of driving it

Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. Charging at home usually costs less than public fast charging. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models.

Still deciding?

Rent it for a week, then decide: send a request with your dates.

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 2019 Tesla Model S from us first.

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Ask us about the 2019 Tesla Model S

Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2019 Tesla Model S for you and reply within one business day.

CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.

Buying the 2019 Tesla Model S

Does CarmaCars sell the 2019 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 2019 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 2019 Tesla Model S have recalls?

NHTSA lists 9 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.

What does the 2019 Tesla Model S cost in fuel a year?

EPA puts it at US$750 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $610.00.

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.