Tesla Battery Specs & Facts

Battery capacity by model and year, cell chemistry, and key degradation data — everything in one place.

Tesla battery capacity by model and year

Usable battery capacity (kWh) for every Tesla variant. Use these figures with our battery health calculator to verify your result, or with the cost calculator to estimate charging costs.

Model 3

VariantYearsCapacity (kWh)
Standard Range Plus2019-202049
Long Range RWD201973.5
Long Range Dual Motor2019-202073.5
Long Range Performance2019-202073.5
Standard Range Plus LFP2020-202152.5
Long Range Dual Motor2020-202272
Performance2020-202276
Standard Range Plus202151
Long Range Dual Motor202176
Long Range Dual Motor2021-202375
Model 3 (Standard)2021-202357.5
Performance2022-202375
Long Range RWD202375
Model 3 RWD (LFP)2024-60
Long Range RWD2024-75
Long Range AWD2024-75
Long Range Dual Motor2024-75
Performance2024-79

Model Y

VariantYearsCapacity (kWh)
Long Range Dual Motor2021-202272
Long Range Dual Motor2022-202475
Model Y (Standard)2022-202457.5
Long Range RWD202475
Performance2022-202475
Model Y RWD (LFP)2025-60
Long Range RWD2025-77
Long Range AWD2025-79
Performance2025-79

Model S

VariantYearsCapacity (kWh)
852013-201680.8
P85D2014-201680.8
702015-201666.5
70D2015-201666.5
85D2015-201680.8
90D2015-201785.5
P90D2015-201685.5
P90DL2015-201685.5
602016-201762
60D2016-201762
752016-201772.5
75D2016-201972.5
P100D2016-201995
100D2017-201995
Standard Range201972.5
Long Range2019-202095
Performance2019-202095
Long Range Plus2020-202198
Performance2020-202198
Plaid2021-95
Dual Motor2022-95

Model X

VariantYearsCapacity (kWh)
60D2016-201762
75D2016-201872.5
P90D201685.5
P90DL201685.5
90D2016-201785.5
P100D2017-201995
100D2017-201995
Standard Range201972.5
Long Range2019-202095
Performance2019-202095
Ludicrous Performance201995
Long Range Plus2020-202198
Performance2020-202198
Plaid2022-95
Dual Motor2022-95

Cybertruck

VariantYearsCapacity (kWh)
AWD2023-123
Cyberbeast2023-123

Figures are usable (not gross) capacity. Values may vary slightly by market, software version, and production batch.

Tesla battery cell chemistry: NMC vs LFP

Tesla uses two main cell chemistries depending on the model and trim. Understanding which you have affects how you should charge.

NMC (Nickel Manganese Cobalt)

Higher energy density
  • –Used in Long Range and Performance trims
  • –Higher energy density — more range per kg
  • –Charge limit: 80–90% for daily use
  • –Greater range but more sensitivity to heat and charging habits

Models: Model S, Model X, Model 3 LR/Perf, Model Y LR/Perf, Cybertruck

LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate)

Longer cycle life
  • –Used in Standard Range (entry-level) trims
  • –Lower energy density but more charge cycles before degradation
  • –Can be charged to 100% regularly without penalty
  • –Tesla recommends a monthly 100% charge to recalibrate the BMS

Models: Model 3 Standard Range (2020+), Model Y Standard (some markets)

Not sure which chemistry your car has? Check the variant name: "LFP" is often noted explicitly in the software or you can identify it by the recommended charge level shown in your car settings.

Tesla cell formats: 18650, 2170, and 4680

Tesla has used three cylindrical cell formats across its history. The numbers describe the cell dimensions in millimetres.

FormatDimensionsUsed inNotes
1865018 × 65 mmEarly Model S & XOriginal cell format, smaller and well-proven
217021 × 70 mmModel 3, Model Y, newer Model S/XHigher energy density than 18650, manufactured at Gigafactory Nevada
468046 × 80 mmCybertruck, some Model YTesla's newest format — tabless design reduces internal resistance and improves thermal management

Key Tesla battery degradation statistics

~5%

Typical first-year drop

A normal 'settling' loss in the first 25,000 miles. Stabilises quickly.

~90%

Retained at 200,000 mi

Based on Tesla's own fleet data. Most owners never notice a meaningful impact on daily driving.

300k–500k mi

Estimated cell lifespan

Projected before significant capacity loss. Real-world data on high-mileage Teslas consistently supports this.

For practical tips on keeping your battery in good shape, see our guide to maximising Tesla battery life. To check your own battery against these benchmarks, use the battery health calculator.