Is an older Tesla still good? Model s70d vs s85 free supercharging range and efficiency test review

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Free Tesla Supercharging is a fantastic way to save money of course. Who wouldn’t want free fuel?
Some Teslas have this perk but it does require an older Model to qualify. So, do these older cars still drive well with good range or have they suffered battery degradation that would render them almost useless?

Here I take you along on a day where I collect a Model S 70D and use our very S85. Our car is quite high mileage with over 100,000 miles but we certainly still use it every day. Of course normally we charge at home or in the office but when we are on a road trip we certainly make use of the free electric to keep runnings costs low.

I also explain which cars do and do not have free charging. You have to be very careful when buying as I always see a lot of falsely advertised cars for sale.

So have a watch and I hope enjoy.

Thanks for watching!

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[robj]

Did 800miles last weekend in my Model S, and the total cost……………£0. Free supercharging is the best!

[petermak]

With our tesla (model s, 2013) we have learned to distress. Every (free) supercharge we get extra time for each other, to take a walk or a coffee. Life has gone better since! Thanx for your great videos and stories Richard.

[stevenlmeyer]

I ordered my model S 100D in January 2017, received it in March. After almost 5 1/2 years, there has only been 6% battery degradation, 335 down to 315 miles. It does have free supercharging, but that will not pass on to the next owner. Because of Teslas free software upgrades, it has all the features of a new one. Still looks new, and drives like a new car.

[ddeboy]

I still have my 2014S and still love it. It's slow on SC but I charge up every night at home. Don't have all the bells and whistles, but so much fun to drive.

[KwokChunMan]

Bought my 2015 MS85 used last year, and it currently has over 220, 000 km on the odometer. Runs very well, thanks to having had its battery replaced under warranty at around 200k km, so I've calculated that the usable capacity is 75 kWh, which easily gets me over 450km now that the temps are higher. Drives like a dream on long journey, especially! Yeah, it's got the usual Tesla issues (*ahem* door handles), but even fixing them out of warranty saves me so much money that I don't have to spend on fuel.

[ocker]

I find your videos on the model S very helpful. I plan on buying a used one in 2023. Free supercharge, no road tax (in my country) every quarter, comfort of model S instead of a spartan ride of a new small car, and the feeling of safety. One thing I have to get confirmed is what another YouTuber said about the model S. They are made with aluminium and have less rust than a model 3. Important in countries that use a lot of road salt in winter... Anyway, thanks for sharing your experiences.

[gustavgron]

This Youtube-channel deserves many more subscribers!

[Minimux]

With the current lead times for MY Tesla, increasing I did look at the Model S (older) as an option and your website. This video was great at providing some answers. Can you stop doing them as I am trying to do reports and keep wanting to watch your content haha Thanks and keep them coming!

[exe]

My S85 that I bought from you around one year ago now is still going extremely well now with 112000 miles. It has done around 16000 miles over the last 12 months. Not much has failed, 2 door handles, that's all really. CCS upgraded and eMMC replaced under warranty. No road tax and free supercharging. It's up and down to the highlands every week and rear wheel drive (with cross climates) is fine, even in winter. You are right about the purity of the real wheel drivers, my other P85D is great and technically much nicer, but the S85 has charm. And it's probably not depreciated much recently

[barnabydunning]

Super video, full of facts, super nerdy. I can’t explain why this is my favourite YouTube channel, but it just is. Thanks Richard and team.

[stricardo]

Really interesting and informative video. Your standards just get better and better without a hint of 'Youtube' cliche.

[royowens]

Hi I am in Northern Ireland & purchased 2014 model s p85 signature fully specked with only 28000 miles ( now 35000 on it) and love it, I really enjoy watching all you useful videos on the model s keep up the good work. Roy

[Frygisk]

‘15 Model S 85D here. Just about to pass 330.000km, original battery and DU. Works wonderfully and the free supercharging is such a blast these days.

[AKA]

Im in Australia, I've got a mint 2015 Model S 70 RWD. Premium package, with leather, alcantara on the dash, high fidelity audio, Enhanced Autopilot, airsuspension and lighting package. It now has 104000km on it. It has been the perfect roadtrip car for us. We've driven from Brisbane to Tasmania and back, which about a 5500km round trip. I only spent $11 on charging, because Tasmania doesn't have Superchargers. The rearwheel drive is quieter and nicer to drive than the AWD. A little bit more involved. And it has double the frunk space. Mine has MCU1 with the SD upgraded to 64gb. Will keep this car forever. There aren't many original shaped Model S' in Australia and it will keep appreciating. We're getting a used Model 3 LR alongside as soon as the Y hits our shores at the end of this year. When that happens, our S will be parked in the garage during the week and only go out on weekends and roadtrips.

[RemmoSRednaS]

I have a Model S from end 2018 with free supercharging. Love it. No issues whatsoever and driven 130k kms.

[amyroberts]

Got my 2014 model S p85 from you in late October (great customer service, thanks), done over 6500 miles since and compared to old Avensis at 42mpg, have saved over £1k using just the free supercharging. Putting the saving into the MCU2 later in the year. Another great video

[logicsurfer]

2014 Model S 85 RWD with 275, 000 kms. Saves me over 1k per month in fuel. So far I've only had minor issues. New charge port, window regulator adjustments, but all work I've been able to do myself. Still love it! Best purchase ever. Glad I got the RWD it's just so much simpler and easy to work on and only one drive motor to worry about. No Autopilot. Less complication and 30% of my charging is Free Supercharging. Road trips take way longer but the drive is so nice and it's free. I spend my money on meals instead of gas.

[MarinoRacing]

I have a 2013 Model S with a little less than 150k miles, still going strong! Only expenses include MCU2, ceramic, & tires.

[ar--r]

I had 2014 model S 85 since half 2019 and sold it in Dec. 2021. This was the best car ever from driving experience + free supercharging saved me 4000 Euro, no road tax in Belgium and completely issue free ownership. I have a 2021 model 3 SR+ and I love it for all that new tech but I miss my model S. I hope one day I will be able to afford new version of model S since it is fantastic machine :).

[mattbkyn]

planning to buy a 2014 P85. nervous and excited equal measure. your videos are worth their weight in gold. even though that makes no sense.