Tesla built its last Model S around May 10, 2026, which makes the 2026 Tesla Model S the final version of the car that started in 2012. It is the June 2025 update: no announced drivetrain changes, but a front bumper camera, adaptive driving beams, a quieter cabin and 410 miles of EPA range on the dual-motor car.
How the Model S ended
Musk announced the end of Model S and Model X on the Q4 2025 earnings call in late January 2026. Jalopnik and Electrive reported the final car off the Fremont line in mid-May, with the space being converted for the Optimus robot. Tesla's compare page now shows only the Model 3, Model Y and Cybertruck.
For anyone who owns or buys one, the practical effect is limited. The car is still covered by Tesla's warranty terms, charges on the same Wall Connectors and Superchargers, and is serviced through Tesla's service network. What changes is supply: Edmunds notes new cars are effectively gone, so you are choosing from leftover inventory and used cars.
What the final update added over a 2025
The 2025 Tesla Model S is the closest comparison. Here is the difference in one table:
| Item | 2025 Model S | 2026 Model S |
|---|---|---|
| Front bumper camera | No | Yes |
| Adaptive driving beams | No | Yes |
| Dynamic ambient lighting | No | Yes |
| Cabin noise | Earlier bushings | Revised suspension bushings, quieter |
| Plaid styling | Earlier fascia | New front fascia and rear diffuser |
| Dual motor price at launch | $79,990 | $84,990 |
| Plaid price at launch | $94,990 | $99,990 |
Prices are at the June 2025 update. Edmunds later listed $94,990 and $109,990, so any "original MSRP" quoted by a seller depends on when the car was ordered.
Range: 19 in or 21 in matters most on the Plaid
| Trim | EPA range | Efficiency | Home AC max | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model S (Dual Motor AWD) | 410 mi | 124 MPGe | 11.5 kW | $84,990 |
| Plaid (19 in wheels) | 368 mi | 30 kWh/100 mi | 11.5 kW | $99,990 |
| Plaid (21 in wheels) | 309 mi | 93 MPGe | 11.5 kW | $99,990 |
| Signature Series | n/a | n/a | 11.5 kW | $159,420 |
The dual-motor car holds the 410-mile, 124 MPGe rating. The Plaid improved on 19 in wheels to 368 miles (110 MPGe, about 30 kWh per 100 miles on the EPA data). On 21 in wheels it is 309 miles. That 59-mile gap is the largest wheel penalty on any Model S year we cover.
Running cost follows the same pattern. At the July 2026 US average of 18.31 cents/kWh, 1,000 miles costs about $50 in the dual motor (27.2 kWh per 100 miles), about $55 in a Plaid on 19s, and about $66 on 21s. More detail is in our Tesla home charging cost breakdown.
The Signature Series: 250 cars
To mark the end, Tesla built 250 Signature Series Model S cars with the Plaid powertrain, Garnet Red paint, gold accents and carbon-ceramic brakes, priced at $159,420 and sold by invitation. No separate EPA entry exists for it. If one comes up for sale, provenance paperwork from Tesla matters more than usual, because the paint and badges are what set it apart.
Home charging is unchanged on the last car
Nothing new here, which is good news: the onboard charger takes 48 A (11.5 kW), the same as every refreshed Model S. On a Wall Connector fed by a 60 A breaker, Tesla quotes about 41 miles of range per hour.
| How you charge | Speed |
|---|---|
| Wall Connector at 48 A (11.5 kW, 60 A breaker) | up to 41 mi of range per hour |
| NEMA 14-50 outlet, Mobile Connector at 32 A | about 27 mi per hour |
| Regular 120 V outlet | 2 to 3 mi per hour |
Rates scale Tesla's published Wall Connector table for this model; older cars and cold batteries charge slower. Times are estimates.
Tesla has not confirmed the usable battery size for the updated car. If it matches the roughly 95 kWh of earlier refresh cars, empty to full takes about 9 hours on a 48 A Wall Connector. In daily use you will rarely see that; a 40-mile day goes back in about an hour.
If your garage has no 240 V circuit yet:
- Tesla's installer page puts a Wall Connector install at $750 to $1,500, before the $585 unit (as of October 2026). Our installer pricing guide explains what pushes jobs higher.
- Tesla's plug-in Mobile Connector on a NEMA 14-50 outlet gives about 27 mi/hr, which covers most commutes.
- The federal 30C credit no longer applies to chargers placed in service after June 30, 2026.
Recalls and complaints so far
NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year as of the last check. Run the car's VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup before you buy.
There are no NHTSA recalls for the 2026 Model S as of October 2026. Complaint volume is tiny:
6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2026 Model S. Most frequent areas (approximate order): vehicle speed control; forward collision avoidance; visibility/wiper; suspension; wheels; lane departure. Source: NHTSA complaints database.
Edmunds owner reports mention camera glitches, fit and finish and service availability. Those are anecdotes, not defect findings, but they are the things to check on delivery or a test drive. NHTSA has not crash-rated this year.
The battery and drive unit warranty under Tesla's current Model S terms is 8 years or 150,000 miles with at least 70% capacity retained. Confirm the terms for the specific VIN.
New leftover or used: a short checklist
- Confirm the car is a June 2025 update build: look for the front bumper camera.
- Check the wheel size against the range you need, especially on a Plaid.
- For a Signature Series, ask for Tesla's documentation.
- Plug into a Wall Connector or Supercharger on the test drive and confirm it charges normally.
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
If you would rather save money, a 2024 Model S Palladium has the same HW4 hardware and charger without the update's extras. Every year side by side is on our Model S years compared page.
Questions about the final Model S
Is the Model S discontinued?
Yes. Tesla announced the end of Model S and Model X on its Q4 2025 earnings call in late January 2026, and press reports put the last Model S off the Fremont line around May 10, 2026. Tesla's compare page now lists only Model 3, Model Y and Cybertruck. Existing cars keep their warranty coverage and still charge on the same Wall Connectors and Superchargers.
What changed on the 2026 Model S?
The 2026 model year is the June 2025 update: a front bumper camera, adaptive driving beams, dynamic ambient lighting, new wheel designs, revised suspension bushings for a quieter cabin, and Frost Blue paint. The Plaid also got a revised front fascia and rear diffuser. Prices went up $5,000 at the update. Tesla announced no drivetrain changes, and the onboard charger stays at 48 A.
What is the range of the 2026 Model S Plaid?
The EPA rates the 2026 Plaid at 368 miles on 19 in wheels and 309 miles on 21 in wheels. The 19 in figure is 20 miles better than the 2025 Plaid on the same wheels. The dual-motor Model S stays at 410 miles. On a Plaid, the wheel choice is worth 59 miles of rated range.
What is the Model S Signature Series?
A final run of 250 Model S cars built around the end of production, using the Plaid powertrain with Garnet Red paint, gold accents and carbon-ceramic brakes. It was priced at $159,420 and sold by invitation only, according to Jalopnik and Electrive. No separate EPA rating was found for it, so expect Plaid-like range depending on wheels.
Does the 2026 Model S have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2026 Model S as of October 2026, and only six owner complaints. That partly reflects how few were built and how new they are. Recalls can still be issued for discontinued models, so run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls before buying and again from time to time while you own it.
Sources
- Electrive: Final Tesla Model S rolls off the production line, electrive.com
- Jalopnik: Last Tesla Model S and Model X roll off the production line, jalopnik.com
- Motor1: Tesla finally updated the Model S and Model X, motor1.com
- Edmunds: 2026 Tesla Model S, edmunds.com
- Tesla support: Vehicle warranty, tesla.com
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