We continue to see more images of Tesla’s Model S refresh spotted in the wild, this time in Golden Gate Park in California, while the Model S Plaid gets a video walk around somewhere in San Francisco as well.
Images were shared on Reddit this Sunday, showing a black Model S refresh with yoke steering wheel and white (or cream) interior.
The pictures taken by u/Ramsey_The_Raw show the side of the Model S and stock wheels:
We also get a glimpse of the back, which doesn’t change much from the original Model S:
This vehicle appears to be a test Model S refresh, as there are missing pieces from the side door trim and under the dash.
Meanwhile, YouTube user ShiPraSa shared a walk around video of a Model S Plaid in blue (via InsideEVs), also a test car with missing trim under the dash and front doors, in what is one of our best looks at the new vehicle to date:
Tesla has yet to start delivering its Model S refresh, but it appears they will start coming soon, most likely timed with the software release of version 11.
Other articles in the category: Model S
Tesla Model S and X Discontinued: How Long You Have to Buy the Final Units
Tesla is officially winding down production of its longest-running electric vehicles, the Model S and Model X. During the company’s Q4 2025 earnings call on Wednesday, CEO Elon Musk confirmed that these flagship models will be discontinued by the end of the second quarter of 2026. This decision reflects a massive shift in Tesla’s business […]
Tesla Debuts Refreshed Model S and Model X in Europe with Quieter Cabin, More Range
Tesla has officially launched its refreshed Model S and Model X in Europe, with deliveries set to begin next month. The long-awaited update brings notable improvements to range, cabin comfort, noise insulation, and performance — though it will only be available in left-hand-drive markets for now. The revamped Model S and Model X now feature […]
Tesla Model S Named on TIME’s Top 25 Inventions List
TIME Magazine has officially recognized the Tesla Model S on its Best Inventions Hall of Fame for the century (so far), which records the 25 most iconic inventions the publication covered in the past 25 years. This solidifies the all-electric luxury sedan’s place among some of the most influential inventions in modern history. TIME praised […]
