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Model S 70
Use this page to see which Buyer's Guide topics apply to the 2015 Tesla Model S 70. This page describes the trim. The VIN and vehicle record determine what is present on one specific car.
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Trim summary
SC01 Possible- Years
- 2015
- Battery
- 70 kWh
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Model
- Model S
Has LDU (RWD). Replaced the 60 in April 2015, then replaced by the 75 in 2016.
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Large Drive Unit coolant seal
This variant has the LDU, so the rotor coolant seal issue applies. Ask whether a coolant delete or Revision U motor has been fitted, and budget for one if not. LDU guide
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MCU and screen
Cars from this era shipped with MCU1 unless upgraded. Check for eMMC symptoms and whether the MCU2 upgrade has been done. MCU guide
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Door handles
Model S door handles are a known cost item. Check that all four present and retract on the test drive. Common issues
Common questions
- Does the 2015 Tesla Model S 70 have free supercharging?
- SC01 free supercharging is possible for this trim. Whether a specific car has it depends on that vehicle: decode the VIN to see the SC code on record, and confirm the current code with the seller before buying. Transfer policy is Tesla's to set and change.
- Which Autopilot hardware does the Model S 70 have?
- Expect AP1.
- Does the Model S 70 have the LDU coolant seal issue?
- Yes. This variant has the Large Drive Unit, so the rotor coolant seal issue applies. Ask whether a coolant delete or Revision U motor has been fitted, and budget for one if not.