Does it matter how many miles are on a used Tesla?

People keep asking “do miles matter” but the simple truth is, if you are given the option between two identical Model S cars, priced the same, one with half the miles of the other, you’ll pick the one with less miles every single time. Sure, the motor should last longer, but cars are much more than a motor.

How many miles is a lot for an electric car?

In reality, 500.000 Miles is a good number. Tesla’s warranty is around 100k after that you pay for any maintenance but even if you change the motor and battery, the most expensive part you have, the electronics.

Is Tesla good for high mileage?

Tesla Model X with extreme mileage racked up $29,000 in repair/maintenance and that’s good. With over 400,000 miles (650,000 km), It’s one of the highest-mileage electric vehicles in the world and serves as a great case study for the longevity of electric cars, in general, and Tesla vehicles in particular.

How often do you have to change the battery on a Tesla?

Tesla batteries are designed to last between 300,000 and 500,000 miles, so replacement shouldn’t be a major concern for most drivers. During that time, battery capacity will degrade in the sense that the range the battery can provide for driving will decrease slowly.

How many miles is a Tesla good for?

The drive motors in a Tesla are generally considered to be good for up to a million miles, but there are not any vehicles with that many miles on them yet so it is hard to determine. Currently, the highest mileage tesla in the world has over 750,000 miles on it and it is still running well.

How long will your Tesla last you?

With what we are learning from companies like Gruber Motor Company and owners worldwide, it would not be unheard of to have your Tesla last you for over a decade or over 400,000 miles, well over AARP’s 200,000 mile estimated lifespan of an internal combustion car. The other perceived issue of EVs is battery degradation, or capacity loss.

Should you buy a Tesla or an EV?

One big thing that Teslas, and other EVs, have in their favor is the long-term cost of ownership. While usually more expensive to purchase outright, tax incentives as well as overall vehicle complexity being lower in EVs, the cost of ownership should be cheaper for EVs in the long-term.

Is it worth buying a used car with 2nd lap miles?

Yes, because the value of any used vehicle is in how many miles are left. What’s more, if the odometer is already making its second lap, that means that less than half of the useful miles remain — maybe a lot less.