The minimalist and clean design of the Model S cabin is in stark contrast to the typical luxury car's interior, which is often packed with posh trim, glitzy detailing, and an array of buttons. It's here that the Model S Performance falls short because some parts of the cabin simply don't feel as sturdy as German sedans at the same price. The dashboard is dominated by the huge 17-inch touchscreen which controls just about everything, from climate control to navigation. Standard features comprise automatic keyless entry, power-adjustable front seats with heating, rear seat heating, and eight airbags. Overall, the cabin still feels thoroughly modern, but could do with more substance to really compete with the best luxury sedans.
Five passengers can be comfortably accommodated in the airy Model S cabin. In front, 12-way power-adjustable seats make it easy for occupants of most sizes to get comfortable, while the seats offer good support. Seat heating isn't only reserved for those in front but extends to the second row too. At the back, even six-footers will appreciate the generous head- and legroom, while the middle rear passenger won't have to compete with a bulky center floor hump. Only space for feet beneath the front seats is a bit restrictive. Thanks to a generous glasshouse, visibility is excellent and the rearview camera is one of the best. With an adjustable ride height and door openings that are usefully large, ingress and egress are effortless.
Tesla Model S Performance Trims | Performance |
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Seating | 5 |
Headroom Front Seat | 38.8 in. |
Headroom Back Seat | 35.3 in. |
Legroom Front Seat | 42.7 in. |
Legroom Back Seat | 35.4 in. |
Shoulder Room Front | 57.7 in. |
Shoulder Room Rear | 55 in. |
Hip Room, Front | 55 in. |
Hip Room, Rear | 54.7 in. |
Like the exterior, only one color/trim choice is standard (Black with Ash Wood Decor) - everything else will cost extra. Being a more environmentally friendly choice of transportation, leatherette rather than genuine leather covers the seats, but the material looks good and feels high-quality to the touch. For an additional $1,500, color/trim choices are Black and White with Dark Ash Wood, and Cream with Oak Wood. Slightly more affordable is a Black interior with Carbon Fiber trim at $500, while the priciest option is Black and White with Carbon Fiber trim for $2,000. However, it's a pity that build quality isn't perfect. Some trim (such as the finishing above the rear air vents) has sharp edges, visible sealant in some places looks shoddy, and the entire cowl above the instrument cluster can be moved around far too easily by tugging on it. At the Tesla's price, these issues are hard to ignore.
Tesla has made the most of the Model S' unique electrified architecture and packaging. As a result, the Model S Performance has far more cargo space than the average large sedan. The main trunk measures a vast 26.3 cubic feet, far larger than the space you'll find in the back of a Mercedes S-Class orBMW 7 Series. With the 60/40-split rear seats folded flat, a bicycle can be stowed without removing the wheels, with a total of 58.1 cubes freed up. As if that's not enough, there is also a frunk (where the engine would be in a typical non-electric sedan) that measures a further 2.1 cubes.
Interior storage isn't quite as outstanding as there are no door pockets. There is a reasonably well-sized center storage compartment and two cupholders in front, but besides those storage options and an average-sized glovebox, it's an average effort at best.
Tesla Model S Performance Trims | Performance |
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Max Volume | 58.1 in. |
Straight from the factory, the Model S Performance gets 12-way power-adjustable seats in front, including seat heating both front and rear. As part of the sedan's cold weather features, there is also a heated steering wheel, washer nozzle heaters, and wiper blade defrosters. The high-definition backup camera makes parking a breeze and provides one of the best views thanks to the massive central screen. Further convenience items include dual-zone automatic climate control, power-folding and heated side mirrors, a power liftgate, wireless phone charging, retracting door handles, and automatic keyless entry. Along with eight airbags, Tesla's Autopilot suite comprises the likes of automatic emergency braking and blind-spot monitoring. The EV automaker will also be rolling out its Full Self-Driving Capability suite this year as a $7,000 option, adding features like Summon whereby your car drives to you in a parking lot.
特斯拉型号S表现似乎是built around the infotainment system, which doubles as the control center for just about all of the car's functions. A 17-inch capacitive touchscreen takes center stage and features beautifully clear graphics and ultra-fast responses. The downside to the system is that both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integrations aren't available, but you do get a Wi-Fi hotspot, voice recognition, Bluetooth connectivity, SiriusXM, and USB ports. Navigation with real-time traffic-based routing is included, as is mobile app remote control and a 12-volt power outlet. The 11-speaker audio system is said to have been tuned especially for the Model S cabin which, unlike regular sedans, doesn't suffer from the intrusion of engine noise.