2024 Tesla Model S Plaid

The Model S is Tesla's flagship sedan, a large hatchback that has been the benchmark for electric luxury since it launched. It drives with the instant response you expect from an EV, and the Plaid's acceleration is genuinely startling. Inside, the cabin is minimalist and airy, with a huge touchscreen controlling nearly everything and a yoke-style steering wheel on some versions. You'll spend far less on energy than a comparable gas sedan, but insurance and tire replacement can be pricey. Tri-motor all-wheel drive and 1020 horsepower set the Plaid apart from the Long Range, making it one of the quickest production sedans ever built. The tri-motor powertrain rockets you from 0 to 60 in under two seconds, yet the 359 miles of range means you don't sacrifice daily usability for that speed. The Plaid's Track Mode lets you adjust torque vectoring and regenerative braking for lapping days, something the Long Range doesn't offer.