How much is a 2018 Tesla Model SElectric worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2018 Tesla Model SElectric on the Irish used-car market is around €22,325, based on 16 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2018 Tesla Model S depreciate per year?

A Tesla Model S loses roughly 19.3% of its value per year on the Irish used-car market based on Carintel.ie's regression across active listings.

Is it cheaper to import a 2018 Tesla Model S from Northern Ireland?

It depends on spec, mileage and CO2. Carintel.ie compares ROI median prices against Northern Ireland listings' landed cost, including VRT, NOx levy and registration fees, so you can see the saving at a glance on this page.

What are the running costs of a 2018 Tesla Model SElectric?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2018 Tesla Model SElectric using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Market Intelligence

Tesla Model S2018

Electric

€21,700ROI listing median

24 days avg on market · Low data confidence

Normal DemandMedium Confidence

Listing price range

€21k – €25k

25th to 75th percentile

Listings

ROI active now

Updated 10h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€21,700

private sale ~€21,318 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€14,665 – €17,808

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

116k km

typical 123k km

Days listed

24d

avg on market · demand 60/100

AI Market Summary

Exceptional acceleration and zero fuel costs make this thrilling to drive; Ireland's improving Supercharger network now realistic for longer journeys.
Strong 21% year-on-year price climb suggests solid market confidence; however, €21.7k median sits high relative to equivalent petrol saloons—battery age is the premium.
Battery degradation is the elephant in the room: most 2018 Model S retain 85–92% capacity, but replacement costs €15k–€20k if needed post-warranty.
Before buying, request Tesla service history confirming battery health report and any thermal management repairs; insist on independent EV diagnostic to verify real-world range.
Check NCT status carefully—older Model S can fail on brake wear and suspension geometry if not regularly serviced; confirm next test date and costs.

AI-generated analysis · Carintel.ie · verify independently before purchasing

Analysis & Insights

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Total cost of ownership

2018 Tesla Model S · Electric · per year

Estimated annual cost

€5,672/yr

Per month

€473/mo

Depreciation

€4,309

76% of total

Fuel / electricity

€490

9% of total

Maintenance

€520

9% of total

Road tax

€120

2% of total

Charger (annualised)

€233

4% of total

Assumptions: Depreciation based on €22,325 current market median at 19.3%/yr (regression from 16 listings across multiple years). Fuel cost assumes 16,000 km/yr (CSO Ireland average), Irish fuel prices. Road tax uses Irish CO2-based motor tax bands (NEDC regime). Maintenance is an AI estimate based on typical independent garage rates for this model. Home charger cost (€700 typical after SEAI grant) annualised over 3 years.

Annual running cost

16,000 km/yr · Ireland rates

Tesla Model S 2018, all powertrain variants

Market-level estimate

All available fuel types sorted cheapest to run · WLTP figures where available · current market highlighted

ElectricElectricthis marketcheapest to run+ charger needed

€610/yr

18.0 kWh/100 km, home night rate

Fuel €490/yrRoad tax €120/yr

median €22,325

Assumptions: 16,000 km/yr (CSO Ireland average). Fuel: petrol €2.00/L, diesel €2.20/L. EV: smart-night €0.17/kWh (80%), day €0.30/kWh (20%). PHEV split: 45% electric, 55% petrol. WLTP consumption figures used where available; real-world usage is typically 10-20% higher. Road tax uses Irish CO2-based motor tax bands (NEDC regime, 2008-2020 registrations).

Home EV charger setup

The smart-night savings above require a home charger. Without one, you'll charge on public networks at significantly higher rates.

Installed cost

€800 – €1,500

7 kW charger + installation

SEAI grant

−€300

You pay €500 – €1,200 after grant

Public charging

€0.41 – €0.60/kWh

ecar.ie · ESB eCars network

Annual maintenance

AI estimate · Irish independent garage rates

Maintenance costs

€520

estimated per year

2018 Model S requires specialist EV servicing; out-of-warranty repairs are very expensive (€500–2,000+ for battery-related work). Plan for potential 12V battery failure and thermal system issues. No oil changes or spark plugs mean lower routine costs, but suspension and electrical component wear require vigilant monitoring.

Battery health diagnostic checkAnnual monitoring for cell imbalance, thermal issues, and capacity loss; non-invasive software diagnostic via OBD scanner

€150/yr

Brake fluid inspection & top-upAnnual fluid check and possible flush every 3 years; regenerative braking means minimal pad wear

€80/yr

Tyres (amortised)Replaced every 40,000–50,000 miles due to weight and instant torque; premium EV-rated tyres recommended

€140/yr

12V auxiliary battery replacement (amortised)Early failures reported; budget for replacement every 4–6 years at ~€250–400 per replacement

€100/yr

NCT (amortised)Biennial electrical safety check; no emissions test required

€27/yr

Air filter & cabin air filter replacementEvery 2 years; inexpensive consumables with minimal labour

€60/yr

Coolant system flush (amortised)Recommended every 5 years or 80,000 km; thermal management is critical to battery longevity