At the time of writing this article, the best-selling automotive brand in the electric car industry is hands-down, Tesla. They create something for everyone from blisteringly fast sports cars like the Roadster, to even some over-the-top luxury SUVs like the Model X Plaid, but above all, it is their four-door sedans that are the vehicles responsible for the success, especially the Model S.

Today, we'll be looking at things from another angle though, and instead of praising Tesla and explaining why their sales are at an all-time high, we're here to tell you why some gearheads would never even consider buying a Model S.

And no, the fact that it is powered by electric power only is not big enough of a reason to make it to our list today.

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9 The Tesla Model S Has An Insipid Character

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The word insipid means to lack flavor, defining character, and another word therefore can be "bland" or "boring" - these are qualities the Model S adopts. Sure, it's quick, like really quick, but what else is there?

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The Tesla feels disconnected, let's explain. Take for instance the Mustang Mach E, albeit a questionable car in its own right, the Mach E delivers a stellar, engaging driving experience without having to resort to gasoline power. The Model S on the other hand...

Related: 10 Actual Supercars That Are Slower To 60 MPH Than The Tesla Model S

8 The Tesla Model S Has Some Mighty Rivals

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Back in the day, when Tesla unveiled the Model S in 2012, there was virtually no electric vehicle that was able to achieve the feats of the Model S, but nowadays, it's a whole different story.

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Since gasoline-powered vehicles will be outlawed by the year 2030, all carmakers have jumped ship and are currently creating their own electric cars, especially sports sedans. Take for example the BMW i4, it's much cheaper than the Model S, but it provides a more fun and extravagant experience, and don't even get us started with the Lucid Air Sapphire...

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7 The Tesla Model S Lacks Build Quality

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We all know that Teslas are jammed-packed full of the latest technology and new-age driving aids, but in retrospect, the extra amount of time Tesla's team spends on innovation comes at the expense of reliability and build quality.

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The Model S Plaid is a car that costs just over $130,000, yet, its paint is prone to chip and fade away prematurely. It has an endless amount of panel gaps, and while the interior seems impeccable at plain sight, it's however constructed out of some questionable cheap materials. But we must admit that its electrical systems are incredible... if they work.

6 The Tesla Model S Is Expensive

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Back in the day, the Model S was considered to be the "affordable way" for those who wanted to go green, but now, it seems almost impossible to justify buying a Model S over any other EV since it has a base price of more than $100,000. Several other EVs can be had for less than half of its value.

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Perhaps you'd be better off buying a used one you might think? Well, on paper, it sounds like the right thing to do, undoubtedly, but there's one thing these older Teslas are infamous for...

5 The Tesla Model S Is Unreliable

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Last year, Consumer Reports conducted their annual reliability study, and out of 28 different car brands they evaluated, Tesla ranked second to last. That's right, the multi-billion dollar behemoth that is Tesla is notoriously unreliable, and expensive to fix too.

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In the short-term, services here and there for your Tesla won't be a huge pain, but once it ages a bit, well, let's just say buying an entire lithium-ion battery costs about as much as a new Chevy Spark - $15,000.

4 The Tesla Model S Suffers From Hefty Depreciation

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Back when the first Model S was unveiled in 2012, it had an MSRP starting at $96,000, but thanks to our old pal depreciation, a used one with less than 100,000 miles can be yours for just $30,000 when surfing online.

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For those interested in buying a used one, it's music to their ears, apart from the maintenance costs of course, but for those who bought their Model S new, it's one hell of a financial hit, and the same can be said for newer Model S examples too.

Related: Here’s Everything You Need To Know Before Buying A Used Tesla Model S

3 Only Tesla Themselves Can Work On The Tesla Model S

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Oh, you think you can bypass the system because you're basically a mechanic who has a project car in their garage that you built from scratch, and you're planning on doing the small maintenance procedures yourself? Well, think again.

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Working on one of these yourself doesn't just deteriorate its warranty, but it is virtually impossible. Tesla refuses to allow third parties to join in on the fun, so only they can inspect, diagnose, and repair your Model S for whatever reason, and as a result, waiting times for an appointment are hilariously long, and the physical service done also takes a huge chunk of time.

2 The Tesla Model S Has An Intricate Infotainment Display

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New cars are coming with larger screens and fewer physical buttons and knobs, that's no secret, but while the Model S might sound like a minimalist's dream, in reality, its 17-inch touchscreen's display's user-friendly interface is nothing more than a facade.

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It's incredibly complicated to use, and even some of the most basic actions, like adjusting the temperature turn into a lengthy routine you need to memorize, well, unless you're a 13-year-old of course.

1 The Tesla Model S Has Questionable Range and Charging Times

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According to Tesla, the Model S Plaid can accomplish about 390 miles on a single charge, but as the saying goes, if it's too good to be true, it's usually not. In the real world, the Plaid more often than not only manages about 280 miles on a single charge, and that's just the beginning.

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There are a ton of different ways to charge your EV, and Tesla reckons their Supercharger system is the best way to go, after all, it is supposed to charge your Model S with 200 miles of range in just 15 minutes. However, that's only under perfect circumstances. If you were to charge your Model S at home with Tesla's wall-mounted charger, it will only be able to garner 44 miles of juice for every hour plugged in.