Negotiating leverage
68
strong leverage / 100
~56 days of national supply and listings typically ~9% above fair price — strong leverage to negotiate.
Ridekick price intelligence
2017 Tesla Model S Price: Fair Market Value & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Fair market price
$19,487
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Fair price is in the typical market range
$12,999$32,980
- Typical market range
- $19,119–$24,803
- Ridekick fair price
- $19,487
- Original MSRP range
- $69,500–$135,000
Middle 50% of active listings
Mileage-adjusted estimate
7 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
Signals to help you frame a conversation—not a promise about a particular vehicle or dealer.
National supply
56
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2017 Tesla Model S.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$63,940–$66,720
Estimated dealer invoice — about $69,500 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 75 | $17,394 | $69,500 | $63,940–$66,720 |
| 75D | $19,046 | $74,500 | $68,540–$71,520 |
| 100D | $20,032 | $94,000 | $86,480–$90,240 |
| 90D | $21,652 | $87,500 | $80,500–$84,000 |
| 60 | $21,746 | $71,300 | $65,596–$68,448 |
| P100D | $23,313 | $135,000 | $124,200–$129,600 |
| 60D | $25,790 | $76,300 | $70,196–$73,248 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Fair price
Trim
$7,986$76,197$144,408
Fair price75
$17,394
75: fair price $17,394, original MSRP $69,500, estimated dealer cost $63,940 to $66,720.
75D
$19,046
75D: fair price $19,046, original MSRP $74,500, estimated dealer cost $68,540 to $71,520.
100D
$20,032
100D: fair price $20,032, original MSRP $94,000, estimated dealer cost $86,480 to $90,240.
90D
$21,652
90D: fair price $21,652, original MSRP $87,500, estimated dealer cost $80,500 to $84,000.
60
$21,746
60: fair price $21,746, original MSRP $71,300, estimated dealer cost $65,596 to $68,448.
P100D
$23,313
P100D: fair price $23,313, original MSRP $135,000, estimated dealer cost $124,200 to $129,600.
60D
$25,790
60D: fair price $25,790, original MSRP $76,300, estimated dealer cost $70,196 to $73,248.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and fair price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2017 Tesla Model S runs about $19,798 in MT to $21,805 in NJ — fair price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $1,413 | $110+ | $21,010 |
| TX | $1,218 | $332 | $21,037 |
| FL | $1,169 | $1,074+ | $21,730 |
| NY | $779 | $371 | $20,637 |
| PA | $1,169 | $587 | $21,243 |
| IL | $1,218 | $683 | $21,388 |
| OH | $1,121 | $444 | $21,052 |
| GA | $1,364 | $637 | $21,488 |
| NC | $585 | $793 | $20,865 |
| WA | $1,267 | $215+ | $20,969 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $20,012 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Safety & recalls
9 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2017 Tesla Model S.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. The "rolling stop" functionality available as part of the Full Self-Driving (Beta) software may allow the vehicle to travel through an all-way stop intersection without first coming to a stop.
Remedy: Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that disables the "rolling stop" functionality, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-001.
Campaign 22V037000 · 27/01/2022
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Tesla Model S and 2016-2018 Model X vehicles with a center display equipped with a NVIDIA Tegra 3 processor and an 8GB eMMC NAND flash memory device. When the 8GB eMMC NAND flash memory device for the center display reaches lifetime wear, the eMMC controller will no longer be able to maintain the integrity of the filesystem, causing a failure in some of the center display functions.
Remedy: Owners should ensure their vehicles are operating firmware release 2020.48.48.12 or newer, which will alert owners if the eMMC is approaching lifetime wear. Tesla will notify owners, and will replace the VCM daughterboard with one containing an enhanced eMMC controller, free of charge. The recall began March 29, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-21-001.
Campaign 21V035000 · 29/01/2021
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2014-2021 Model S vehicles. The front trunk latch assembly may be misaligned, preventing the secondary hood latch from engaging. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 113, "Hood Latch System."
Remedy: Tesla Service will inspect and reposition the latch assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 18, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-11-003.
Campaign 21V00B000 · 21/12/2021
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S, Model 3, Model X, and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles operating software version 2021.36.5.2. A communication error may cause false forward-collision warning (FCW) or unexpected activation of the automatic emergency brake (AEB) system.
Remedy: Tesla Service has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-00-004.
Campaign 21V846000 · 29/10/2021
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S and Model X vehicles. The electronic power assist steering (EPAS) system may experience a loss of power steering assist when driving on rough roads or after hitting a pothole.
Remedy: Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update to recalibrate the EPAS system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 31, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-014.
Campaign 22V818000 · 01/11/2022
STEERING:AUTOMATED/ADAPTIVE STEERING
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2023 Model S, Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with Full Self-Driving Beta (FSD Beta) software or pending installation. The FSD Beta system may allow the vehicle to act unsafe around intersections, such as traveling straight through an intersection while in a turn-only lane, entering a stop sign-controlled intersection without coming to a complete stop, or proceeding into an intersection during a steady yellow traffic signal without due caution. In addition, the system may respond insufficiently to changes in posted speed limits or not adequately account for the driver's adjustment of the vehicle's speed to exceed posted speed limits.
Remedy: Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-001.
Campaign 23V085000 · 15/02/2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2023 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with all versions of Autosteer leading up to the version(s) that contains the recall remedy. In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, the prominence and scope of the feature's controls may not be sufficient to prevent driver misuse of the SAE Level 2 advanced driver-assistance feature.
Remedy: Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-008.
Campaign 23V838000 · 12/12/2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, 2019-2024 Model Y, and 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. An incorrect font size is displayed on the instrument panel for the Brake, Park, and Antilock Brake System (ABS) warning lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Remedy: Tesla began releasing an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-003.
Campaign 24V051000 · 30/01/2024
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2024 Model S, 2015-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. In the event of an unbelted driver, the seat belt warning light and audible chime may not activate as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Remedy: Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update. Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-008.
Campaign 24V376000 · 28/05/2024
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is a fair price for a 2017 Tesla Model S?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $19,487, within a typical market range of $19,119 to $24,803.
Is the 2017 Tesla Model S cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $69,500, so a fair used price is roughly $50,013 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2017 Tesla Model S?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $19,798 in MT to $21,805 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2017 Tesla Model S?
There are about 56 days of national market supply for the 2017 Tesla Model S — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2017 Tesla Model S.
How much can you negotiate on a 2017 Tesla Model S?
Negotiating leverage rates 68/100 (strong). ~56 days of national supply and listings typically ~9% above fair price — strong leverage to negotiate.
What does the dealer pay for a 2017 Tesla Model S?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $63,940–$66,720 — its $69,500 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 8/4/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.