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2020 Long Range Plus Market Intelligence

Median Price
$32,990
across all listings
Price Range
$21,995–$38,990
min to max
Avg Mileage
51K miles
30 listings sampled
Best Buy Target
$30K–$33K
30–50K miles, clean title

Price vs. Mileage

Color-coded by deal quality

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Price Distribution

Number of listings per price bracket

Deal Quality Calculator

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Price by Mileage Tier

What to expect at each mileage bracket

MileagePrice RangeListingsAvailability
Under 25K$35,000$38,0002
7%
25K–40K$31,000$36,0007
23%
40K–60K$29,000$34,00014
47%
60K–80K$28,000$32,0004
13%
80K–100K$25,000$28,0001
3%
100K+$21,000$26,0002
7%

Reference Valuations

Industry guide prices at ~60K miles, good condition

SourceTrade-InPrivate PartyDealer Retail
KBB$26,600$28,530$29,120
Edmunds$24,695$27,507$30,418
TrueCar$33,977

Dealers typically ask $2,000–$6,000 above KBB/Edmunds. Patient buyers can negotiate closer to Fair Purchase Price.

Why This Car Is Special

The 2020 Model S Long Range Plus — a sweet spot in Tesla history

402 Mile Range
First EV to break 400 miles EPA. Achieved through battery chemistry and efficiency improvements.
Traditional Steering
Last Model S with round steering wheel and stalks. Many buyers prefer it over the 2021+ yoke.
Raven Platform
New permanent magnet front motor, adaptive air suspension, improved thermal management.
HW3 for FSD
Hardware 3 Autopilot computer — the minimum required for Full Self-Driving features.
Free Supercharging
Some units include free unlimited Supercharging that transfers to next owner. Always verify.
3.7s 0–60
Dual Motor AWD with ~100 kWh battery. 250 kW Supercharger V3 capable.

Common Issues

Known problems to watch for on the 2020 Model S

MCU (Media Control Unit)
MCU2 Tegra-based can have eMMC flash wear issues over time. Watch for slow touchscreen response or intermittent reboots.
Critical$1,500–$2,500
Drive Unit Bearing Noise
Some owners report whining or grinding from the front motor. Covered under drivetrain warranty. Listen carefully during test drive.
CriticalWarranty (8yr/150K)
12V Battery Failure
Lead-acid 12V battery is a known weak point. Can cause complete vehicle shutdown. Easy and cheap to replace proactively.
Critical$100–$200
Air Suspension Leaks
Adaptive air suspension can develop leaks. Listen for compressor running frequently. Check ride height consistency.
Critical$500–$1,500/corner
Door Handle Mechanisms
Flush door handles have a known failure pattern. Spring or gear mechanism breaks. Test all 4 handles multiple times.
Moderate$200–$500/handle
Windshield Cracking
Relatively thin windshields more prone to cracking. Includes recalibration cost for Autopilot cameras.
Moderate$800–$1,200
Panel Gaps & Trim
Build quality improved in 2020 but can still vary. Check doors, trunk alignment, and interior trim fitment.
MinorVaries
Autopilot Camera Failures
Cameras can develop condensation or hardware faults. Usually covered under basic warranty (4yr/50K miles).
ModerateWarranty/Varies

Buyer's Checklist

Everything you need to check before, during, and after purchase