Here is a structured outline of the benefits for the Tesla Model S 100D (2018) with Warranty & FSD.
This is a significant upgrade over the 75D you asked about previously. The 100D offers substantially more range, faster charging, and the inclusion of Full Self-Driving (FSD) makes it a much more future-proof and capable vehicle.
1. Powertrain & Performance Benefits
Dual Motor All-Wheel Drive – Instant torque vectoring; superior traction in all weather conditions.
100 kWh Battery – Range: Approx. 335 miles (WLTP) / ~290–310 miles real-world motorway driving.
Benefit: Genuine long-distance capability – London to Edinburgh or Berlin to Munich on a single charge.
Performance – 0-60 mph in 3.9 seconds (faster than 75D’s 4.2s due to larger rear motor).
Top Speed – 155 mph (autobahn-ready).
Smart Air Suspension – Adaptive ride height with GPS-based memory (automatically raises at specific locations like steep driveways).
Handling – Lower center of gravity than any combustion luxury sedan (BMW 5-series, Audi A6, Mercedes E-class cannot match).
2. Full Self-Driving (FSD) Benefits – Major Advantage
This 2018 Model S has HW2.5 but can be upgraded to HW3 (FSD computer) as part of the FSD package.
FSD Capabilities (Included):
| Feature | Function |
|---|---|
| Traffic-Aware Cruise Control | Adaptive speed/distance maintenance |
| Autosteer | Lane centering on highways & city streets |
| Navigate on Autopilot | Automatic highway interchanges, off-ramps, lane changes (with confirmation) |
| Auto Lane Change | Changes lanes when turn signal is engaged |
| Autopark | Parallel & perpendicular parking (fully automated) |
| Summon | Move car forward/backward via app |
| Smart Summon | Car navigates parking lots to your location |
| Traffic Light & Stop Sign Control | Responds to traffic controls (requires driver supervision) |
| City Streets (FSD Beta – if enrolled) | Handles complex urban intersections, unprotected turns, roundabouts |
Future Value:
HW3 upgrade included (no additional cost) – This enables all future FSD updates.
FSD transfers with the car – Adds $6,000–10,000 resale premium over non-FSD cars.
OTA improvements – FSD capability continues to evolve (unlike fixed-feature systems from other brands).
⚠️ EU regulations currently limit some FSD features (e.g., hands-on-wheel requirements, reduced auto lane change aggressiveness). But the hardware is ready for future regulatory changes.
3. Warranty Benefits (2018 Model)
| Warranty Type | Coverage | Status for 2018 Model S 100D |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Vehicle | 4 years / 50,000 miles (US) or 80,000 km (EU) | Likely expired (unless late 2018 delivery with very low miles) |
| Battery & Drive Unit | 8 years / unlimited miles (US) or unlimited km (EU) | Active until 2026 |
| Corrosion (EU only) | 12 years | Active until 2030 |
What’s still covered until 2026:
100 kWh battery (minimum 70% capacity retention)
Both drive motors (front + rear)
Inverter, gearbox, high-voltage cabling
What’s not covered:
Air suspension struts, control arms, bushings
Door handles (common failure point on older S)
MCU screen (eMMC failure – though Tesla offered a recall/replacement for some regions)
HVAC, 12V battery, window regulators
💡 Key Benefit: The 100 kWh battery is the most expensive component (~$20k+ to replace). Having warranty until 2026 eliminates that risk.
4. Charging & Battery Advantages (vs. 75D)
| Aspect | 75D (2018) | 100D (2018) | Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battery capacity | 75 kWh | 100 kWh | +33% range |
| Max Supercharger speed | 120 kW | 145-150 kW | Faster top-ups |
| 10-80% charge time | ~35 min | ~30 min | Less waiting |
| Range (WLTP) | ~260 miles | ~335 miles | London to Edinburgh non-stop |
| Battery chemistry | Standard | High-performance cells | Better cold-weather retention |
Free Supercharging? – Some 2018 Model S 100Ds were sold with free unlimited Supercharging for life (transferable to new owner). Check original purchase terms. If present, this adds €8k-12k / $8k-10k to resale value.
CCS Adapter Support – Can add CCS Combo 2 adapter for access to Ionity, Fastned, and other EU fast chargers (essential for road trips).
5. Design & Practicality Benefits
Exterior (Facelift – 2016+)
Sleek front end – No nose cone; still looks modern in 2025.
LED Matrix Headlights – Adaptive cornering; auto high beams.
Hatchback – Massive rear opening (unlike traditional sedans).
Interior & Cargo
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Rear seats up | 28 cu ft (793 L) |
| Rear seats folded | 58 cu ft (1,642 L) |
| Frunk | 5.3 cu ft (150 L) |
Comfort Features:
Panoramic glass roof – Standard (no center pillar).
Heated seats – Front and rear (rear heated often included on EU cars).
Heated steering wheel – Common on cold-weather package.
HEPA filter (Bio-Weapon Defense Mode) – Standard on all S after 2016.
Air suspension – Smoother ride than Model 3/Y.
6. Ownership & Economic Benefits
Lower Operating Costs
Home charging – ~€0.20-0.30/kWh (EU) or ~0.14/kWh(US).Fullchargecosts€20−30/14-20.
Fuel savings – vs. petrol/diesel luxury sedan: save ~€1,500-2,500 / $1,800-3,000 annually (based on 12k miles/year).
Maintenance – No oil changes, belts, spark plugs, transmission fluid. Brake pads last 100k+ miles (regenerative braking).
EU Tax Benefits (Country specific)
| Country | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Germany | No CO2-based vehicle tax (EV exemption until 2030) |
| Norway | Reduced tolls, ferry discounts, bus lane access |
| France | Lower registration tax (carte grise) |
| UK | £0 Congestion Charge (London) + ULEZ compliant |
| Netherlands | Reduced road tax (MRB) for EVs |
Supercharger Savings
If car has free Supercharging: €0.40-0.80/kWh saved vs. paying per session. For a 100D, that’s ~€40-60 per full charge saved on long trips.
If paying: Still cheaper than petrol (€0.40-0.60/kWh vs. €1.80/L diesel equivalent).
7. 2018 Model S Improvements Over 2017
| Feature | 2017 Model S | 2018 Model S (late) |
|---|---|---|
| Autopilot hardware | HW1 or HW2 | HW2.5 (upgradeable to HW3 with FSD) |
| MCU (screen computer) | MCU1 (Tegra, slow) | MCU2 (faster – late 2018) or MCU1 (early 2018) |
| Door handle reliability | High failure rate | Improved internal design |
| Half-shaft vibration | Common | Reduced (updated part number) |
| Battery warranty expires | 2025 | 2026 |
| Range (WLTP) | ~300 miles (100D) | ~335 miles (100D – efficiency tweaks) |
⚠️ Check MCU version: Early 2018 cars may still have MCU1 (eMMC failure risk). Late 2018 has MCU2 (much faster, more reliable). MCU2 supports newer features like Zoom, arcade games, and faster browser.
8. Key Benefits vs. Newer & Alternative Models
| Comparison | 2018 Model S 100D + FSD | 2021+ Model S Long Range | 2022 Model 3 Long Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price (used) | ~€45-55k / $45-55k | ~€75-90k / $75-90k | ~€35-45k / $35-45k |
| Range | ~335 miles WLTP | ~390 miles WLTP | ~374 miles WLTP |
| 0-60 mph | 3.9 sec | 3.1 sec | 4.2 sec |
| Cargo space | 58 cu ft (hatchback) | 58 cu ft | 23 cu ft (trunk) |
| FSD included | ✅ Yes | ❌ Extra $6-8k | ❌ Extra |
| Free Supercharging | Possibly (check) | ❌ No | ❌ No |
| Warranty remaining | Battery to 2026 | Full to 2025+ | Full to 2026+ |
| Air suspension | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ❌ No |
| Hatchback | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ❌ No |
Vs. 2018 Model S 75D + FSD (your previous query):
+75 miles range (335 vs 260 WLTP)
+25-30 kW faster charging (150 vs 120 kW max)
+0.3 sec quicker 0-60 (3.9 vs 4.2 sec)
Higher resale value due to larger battery
9. Resale & Market Advantages
Best value luxury EV with FSD – No other €50k car offers FSD + 335-mile range + hatchback utility + air suspension.
FSD transfers with car – Future updates (including unsupervised FSD if approved) come at no extra cost.
Free Supercharging (if present) – Adds €8k-12k to effective value for high-mileage owners.
Depreciation curve – Most depreciation already happened. 2018 models are near the bottom of their curve.
Desirable spec – 100D + FSD + free Supercharging is the „holy grail“ configuration for used buyers.