A friend of mine just did a TCO spreadsheet comparing the Model S with various assumptions of depreciation to an Audi, Infiniti, Suburu Outback, and a few other vehicles. Even assuming 70% depreciation the cost per mile was less than most of the other luxury cars at the point you hit 128,000 miles.
To me it's comparing the > $50K class of vehicles. If you're going to spend $50K you may as well buy a $90K Tesla, because it will be cheaper if you keep it 6 years or more.
Not to mention that the Tesla (and other hybrid ev) have been holding their value better than any gas powered vehicles. Though you did say "even assuming" .. just wanted to make that point clear.
I'd love to get a Tesla S, but being I live in an apartment, it's not really a practical option for me.
To me it's comparing the > $50K class of vehicles. If you're going to spend $50K you may as well buy a $90K Tesla, because it will be cheaper if you keep it 6 years or more.