The 2016 Tesla Model S 85 received five-star ratings across all NHTSA crash-test categories. The vehicle earned five stars in frontal crash protection, side crash protection, rollover resistance, and side pole crash protection. These ratings reflect performance in the US-market New Car Assessment Program. NHTSA applies its ratings across model years until a vehicle redesign occurs, so this five-star rating covers the Model S 85 throughout the tested range.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
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Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).