Teardown Analysis of Tesla Model S Plaid

Overview

Tesla has been selling the Plaid, the most powerful model of the Model S, which is said to be the world's fastest EV sedan, from 2021.

Munro & Associates, Inc. (Munro) purchased 2022 model, conducted a teardown study, and create a benchmark report.

MarkLines is offering this analysis survey data for sale.

Teardown Vehicle

• Peak power: 1,020hp
• Maximum torque: 1,050 lb-ft
• 0-60 mph acceleration time: 2.1 seconds
• AWD, equipped with three drive motors.
• Battery capacity: 100kWh
• 396 mile (Approx. 637 km) driving range in EPA mode

Data Summary, Prices

• Full Teardown Analysis Report: $97,500 USD
  Full report of entire vehicle teardown. Zone-specific reports are also available for purchase, to meet your needs.
• Zone 1 Body & Chassis: $24,000 USD
  Active grille shutters / Body / Brakes / Closure systems / Electric power steering / Exterior lighting / Exterior trim / Suspension / Weatherstrips / Wipers / Wheels & Tires
• Zone 2 Controlling Electronics: $28,500 USD
  12V Battery / Active chassis & ADAS / Data and Power outlets / Horn / Ignition system, Remote key entry, TPMS / Infotainment / Interior controls / Interior switches / Low voltage harness / Overhead console & lighting / Room mirror
• Zone 3 Interiors and Safety: $22,500 USD
  Carpet & NVH / Floor console / Headliner & Visor / HVAC / Instrument panel / Interior trim / Seats / Seat belts / Airbags
• Zone 4 Powertrain and Battery Pack: $33,750 USD
  Battery management & charging / Battery pack / Cooling pack & lines / Gearbox / Half shaft / High voltage cables / Inverters & Converters / Motor

Each Zone 1-4 report contains the following features.

• Vehicle Overview and Zone Overview
• Eye-Catching Features
• Quick Cost Estimate Report
• Costed Bill of Material

The contents of each feature are described below.

Vehicle and Zone Executive Summaries

Provides overviews of the Tesla Model S Plaid, the major components included in the Zones, technology, and summary descriptions.

Zone Eye-Catching Features / Technical descriptions

Based on observations of each of the vehicle parts, the report explains points of interest and issues from the perspectives of cost, weight, and performance.

Zone Quick Cost Estimate Report / Cost analysis by component

All disassembled parts are analyzed using Munro Quick Cost Estimating (QCE), Munro's proprietary cost analysis system.

Zone Quick-Costed Bill of Material (CBOM)

The CBOM shows cost, material, and weight of each component.

Optional Reports

In addition to the full benchmark report and Zone reports, the following reports of high interest are available for purchase.

• Electric Drive Module (EDM): $35,000 USD
  The EDM report consists of major motor specifications, cost and weight data, technical descriptions, and more for the front and rear drive modules (e-Axles).
  
  
• Electrical & Electronics Assessment: $35,000 USD
  This is a report that extracts high/low voltage electronic and electrical components and harnesses from Zones 1-4.
  Also included is a network communication system diagram showing all serial buses (CAN, LIN, Ethernet, etc.), the main ECU communication circuits and important microprocessor/SoC.
  
  
• Thermal Systems: $15,000 USD
  This report includes detailed descriptions of the cabin and powertrain thermal management systems and components, as well as cost and weight data.