An 11-year-old Tesla Model S still shows remarkable resilience in terms of battery performance. After driving over 100,000 miles, the vehicle, which originally had an EPA-estimated range of 265 miles, demonstrated a real-world range of 233.6 miles, indicating only about 12% battery degradation. This demonstrates the durability of electric vehicle batteries over time compared to initial projections. The vehicle, despite being out of warranty and having a hefty replacement cost for the battery, continues to provide a satisfying driving range for its new owners, showcasing the value of purchasing used electric vehicles.
The 2014 Tesla Model S 85, having driven over 100,000 miles, still shows an impressive ability to retain range, demonstrating only about 12% degradation.
After testing the vehicle, a loop around Denver revealed it completing 233.6 miles driven, showcasing that the old battery still performs well above expectations.
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