Tesla Model S 2025 vs Older Models: What’s the Difference?

Published on July 10, 2025 at 06:01 WIB | By News Write

Tesla’s Model S has seen several improvements over the years, but in 2025, it received a quiet refresh—no flashy launch event, just subtle upgrades that make a noticeable difference.

So, what’s actually different between the Tesla Model S 2025 and its previous versions (2021–2024)?

Range: Longer Driving Distance

The 2025 Model S Long Range now delivers up to 410 miles on a single charge—the highest range ever on a Tesla sedan. That’s a small but meaningful improvement over the 2021–2024 version, which was rated at 405 miles.

Model Year	Variant	EPA Range
2025	Long Range	410 mi
2021–2024	Long Range	405 mi
2021–2024	Plaid	396 mi

Performance: Still Blazing Fast

The Plaid version continues to offer world-class acceleration: 0–60 mph in 1.99 seconds. That hasn’t changed. But Tesla appears to have lowered the top speed from 200 mph to 149 mph in the 2025 update, likely for improved safety and control.

Interior: Quieter, Smarter, More Refined

The 2025 Model S features:

Improved cabin noise reduction
Dynamic ambient lighting
Upgraded suspension
New front-facing camera to support “Actually Smart Summon” and improved Autopilot awareness

Tesla didn’t redesign the interior, but these tweaks make daily driving more comfortable and futuristic.

Technology: Welcome to Hardware 4

One of the biggest under-the-hood upgrades is the move to Hardware 4 (HW4). This newer onboard computer and sensor suite improves Tesla’s:

Vision-based Autopilot
Future Full Self-Driving capabilities
Smart Summon precision

Older models (2021–2022) used HW3, which is slower and has fewer cameras.

Pricing: Higher, but Justified

The base price of the Model S in 2025 has gone up by about $4,500–$5,000 compared to the 2021–2024 configurations. However, the added features, smarter tech, and improved comfort help justify the price bump.