heat pump heatingSedan / SUV
Tesla Model S / Model X in Cold Weather
Excellent winter retention with the heat pump and a large pack; range loss is smaller in percentage terms than smaller EVs.
Specifications
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| EPA range (20°C) | 402 mi (647 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov, current model year (trim-dependent) — verify the exact trim and options. |
| Cabin heating | heat pump | Heat pump standard on current production. |
| Battery | ~100 kWh pack (Model S LR ~402 mi; Model X ~335 mi), 400V architecture. | Tesla |
| Peak DC fast charge | 250 kW (CCS/NACS, Supercharger) | Tesla |
| Recommended preconditioning | 20–30 min via Navigate to Supercharger | Tesla |
| Cold-charging behavior | Same strong Supercharger preconditioning as the Model 3/Y; a large pack takes longer to fully warm but buffers winter losses. | Manufacturer + third-party tests |
Cold-weather tips
- 1
Navigate to Supercharger to precondition
Automatic battery warming on the way to a charger restores fast charging in cold.
- 2
Schedule departure while plugged in
Warm the cabin and pack from wall power for efficient cold starts.
- 3
Use seat heat and moderate cabin temp
The heat pump is efficient, but contact heat is still cheaper on short trips.
- 4
Keep it plugged in during extreme cold
Preserves range and lets the pack manage its own temperature.
Tesla Model S / Model X winter range by region
Region-specific estimates for Tesla Model S / Model X, computed from official range and reference loss bands.
Frequently asked questions
Percentage loss is smaller than smaller EVs — roughly 15–25% in deep cold — but absolute miles still drop.
Sources: EPA fueleconomy.gov, Tesla owner's manual, Recurrent winter range reports. Official range is an approximate EPA figure and may vary by model year and trim. Winter figures are modeled estimates — verify before relying on them.