Tesla Model S Plaid+ Canceled

The top-of-the-line, $150k version of the Tesla Model S has been canned before production even started.

Tesla has canceled the Model S Plaid+, according to CEO Elon Musk on Twitter. Musk stated there was “no need” for the Plaid+ as the regular Plaid was “just so good”.

In terms of performance, both the Plaid and Plaid+ are equally rapid. Both have 200 mph top speeds, and sub-2 second 0-60 mph times. However, the Plaid+ had a claimed 520 mile range. In comparison, the Plaid only manages 390 miles per charge according to Tesla, which is less than the likes of the Lucid Air and Mercedes EQS.

Plaid+ is canceled. No need, as Plaid is just so good.

— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) June 6, 2021

A Long Range version of the refreshed Model S will also be available. It will manage 412 miles per charge according to Tesla, and go from 0-60 mph in 3.1 seconds. Pricing for the Long Range starts at $79,990 meanwhile the Plaid Model S comes in at $119,990. The Model S Plaid+ would have started at $149,990 if it had made it to production.

What are your thoughts on Tesla’s decision to cancel the Plaid+? Are you disappointed there will be no Model S with over 500 miles of range? Let us know your thoughts in the replies section below.

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