How does Tesla continue to sell Model S for 40-50K more than 3.?

[trm2]

The S 75D was a 2018 with 2000 miles on it. Driving the loaner was nothing like driving my 2018 MS P100D; completely different feel, slow which isn’t surprising since the 75D goes 0 to 60 in 5.2 secs vs 2.28 for the SP100D - same suspension or not. I generally dislike driving full size sedans but I love driving the SP100D because it does not feel like a boat at all as big and heavy (boatlike) as it is. It is freakishly fast, fastest 0 to 60 production car around under 800k+.

I think it’s a bit disingenuous to be comparing the S 75D (or the P3D+) to the SP100D which basically costs double: Totally different cars/different markets like comparing a Mercedes E class to a Mercedes S - as Tesla becomes a more mass market brand.

A little typo, the 75D is 4.2 seconds, not 5.2. (Although realistically, closer to 4.0)

 

[Jigglypuff]

This vegan-leather crap has got to go when you’re charging $100K+

OMG this!

 

[roblab]

Tesla needs to start making more refined/luxurious interior upgrades available for all their models.

This vegan-leather crap has got to go when you’re charging $100K+

Rub some baloney on it. You'll never notice the difference.

 

[malcolm]

The Model S has grand total of two (2) flush buttons.

Makes sense. Easier to reach after you cr*p yourself from the acceleration (or an AP disengagement)

More seriously; these price differentials will continue until someone comes up with a decent "Tesla killer".

So far all we have are press releases and car show concepts because no legacy automaker wants to gut their model range.

 

[vickh]

tactile buttons are also a distinguishing point b/t MS and M3. I understand minimalism but they should have kept the steering wheel buttons for safety.

 

[FlatSix911]

Different target market for each vehicle... I have both and prefer the Model S styling and cargo utiltity on long trips.

 

[Benjanos]

My 2 cents (bearing in mind I never drove a 3)...

Model S is a bigger car with considerably more space and in a different segment as mentioned. Hatch beats trunk for practicality. BUT to continue to sell in volume at a premium price it really needs a refresh to make the interior easier to live with and get it ready for V3 Supercharging.

Come on Tesla do it in 2019! Make the beast even better.

 

[vickh]

M3 interior size is about the same, head room/visibilty is better.

 

[Oldschool496]

Very good list of things that differ with a few additions and I know there are more. This list is not small.

The S still has things the 3 doesn't:

• Larger
• Hatchback
• Biodefense HEPA air filtration
• Air suspension
• Instrument Cluster
• Rear Facing Seats
• More storage(see below)
• Self-presenting door handles
• AM Radio (I'm not sure it still has it.)
• XM Radio
• Faster AC charging (I think it is still available.)
• Heated steering wheel
• Cooled seats
• Dynamic turning headlights
• Passive entry fob
• ADDING TO ETC below
• Sunroof option
• More storage adding-Larger Frunk(TM3 is not a frunk) Not sure what I would put there?
  
• Roof Rack capable with integrated mounting hardware(Sunroof and XM required)
• Leather(That for many who paid for it, want it) I personally love the smell when I get in everyday.
• Integrated U/I cluster.
• 80A charging or 59-60 miles per hour HPWC option with Dual charger option. Traveling and at Home.
• Headrests adjust.
• Unlimited Supercharging for life of the car on many Model S in the wild.
• 1.45% financing on many in the wild.
• Leasing
• 2 year lease terms on many.
• Compelling list of reasons to have bought or buy a Model S.

It is a different car, and some people prefer it even if it costs more than another car.

Adding
Its a completely different car for a different segment of buyer and dare I say if we all had not bought Model S, Tesla and Model 3 would not exist. Thats what Model S was also about. Moving the Tesla brand forward to today in reality. In fact its a mission that someone had to carry out. Thats who/whey someone buys/bought model S.