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 17 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

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

A Tesla Model S loses roughly 18.8% 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.

Carintel.ieBeta

Data and calculations are in active development and changing regularly. Please do not make buying decisions based solely on this site, always verify with other sources.

Analysing market data

Fetching listings · computing fair value · building charts

Filter by trim, gearbox, source1 active

Trim:All Black Edition · 1 Long Range · 1 Unknown · 6

Source:ROI All NI

Market Intelligence

Tesla Model S2018

Electric

€21,900ROI listing median

26 days avg on market · Low data confidence

Normal DemandMedium Confidence

Listing price range

€22k – €25k

middle 50% of listings

Listings

ROI active now

Updated 4h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Expected price

Est. trade-in

Avg mileage

118k km

typical 130k km

Days listed

26d

avg on market · demand 54/100

Price drops

12.5%

2 of 16 ads, avg €1,253 reduction

AI Market Summary

Excellent acceleration, minimal running costs, and zero tailpipe emissions appeal strongly to eco-conscious Irish drivers with predictable commutes.
Market pricing has risen sharply year-on-year; this 2018 sits mid-range for age/mileage, but battery degradation risk and repair costs offset any EV appeal.
12V auxiliary battery fails prematurely on many 2018 models—check dash for warning lights, test power steering engagement, and verify battery replacement history before purchase.
Phantom braking in wet or shadowed conditions is documented; take an extended test drive in mixed weather and watch for unexpected deceleration or radar glitches.
Trunk latches and door handles stick or fail frequently; manually inspect all four doors, pop the boot, and confirm smooth retraction/extension of handles multiple times.

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

Analysis & Insights

Price Analysis Costs Import Recalls & Info

Total cost of ownership

2018 Tesla Model S · Electric · per year

Estimated annual cost

€5,560/yr

Per month

€463/mo

Depreciation

€4,197

75% 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 18.8%/yr (regression from 17 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