Tesla Autopilot / Full Self-Driving
Pricing Details
The Autopilot package is included as standard equipment on all new Tesla vehicles. The Full Self-Driving (FSD) package is an optional add-on available for purchase or by subscription. The cost of FSD has changed multiple times since its initial introduction. Currently (as of late 2024 - early 2025), the approximate cost for a one-time purchase of FSD is around $12,000 USD (price may vary by region and current Tesla policy). Alternatively, an FSD subscription is offered at approximately $99-199 USD per month (also dependent on vehicle configuration and region, with potentially lower subscription pricing for vehicles with Enhanced Autopilot). The subscription provides access to all FSD features without requiring the full purchase price upfront. It is important to note that both purchase and subscription access to the full suite of FSD features (especially the beta features for city streets) may depend on the vehicle meeting hardware requirements (having the FSD Computer) and, in some cases, on the driver's safety score. Tesla's pricing strategy for FSD is dynamic and subject to change.Features
- Traffic-Aware Cruise Control.- Autosteer (within lane).
- Navigate on Autopilot (highway driving).
- Auto Lane Change.
- Autopark.
- Summon (vehicle retrieval).
- Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control.
- Autosteer on city streets (FSD Beta).
- Automatic software updates (OTA).
- Utilizes vehicle cameras (Tesla Vision).
- Powered by custom AI hardware (FSD Computer).
Integrations
Tesla vehicle hardware (cameras, radar, ultrasonic sensors - version dependent, FSD onboard computer), Tesla software (vehicle operating system, neural networks), Over-the-Air (OTA) update system.Preview
Tesla Autopilot and the "Full Self-Driving" (FSD) package represent advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) developed by Tesla to enhance the safety and convenience of driving Tesla electric vehicles. The Autopilot system, introduced around 2014-2015, includes Traffic-Aware Cruise Control, which matches the speed of the vehicle to surrounding traffic while maintaining a set distance, and Autosteer, which assists the vehicle in steering within a clearly marked lane. These features are intended for use on highways and require constant driver attention and hands on the steering wheel.
The FSD package, offered later as an option, significantly expands upon Autopilot's capabilities. It adds features such as Navigate on Autopilot (actively guides the vehicle from a highway's on-ramp to off-ramp, including suggesting lane changes, navigating interchanges, and taking the correct exit), Auto Lane Change (assists in moving to an adjacent lane on the highway when Autosteer is engaged), Autopark (automatically finds parking spaces and parks the vehicle in parallel or perpendicular spots), Summon (automatically drives the vehicle out of or into a tight space), and Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control (reacts to traffic lights and stop signs in urban environments). The most discussed part of FSD is the Autosteer on city streets feature (often referred to as FSD Beta), which allows the vehicle to navigate urban roads, make turns, and handle intersections, but this feature is in beta testing and requires maximum driver attention.
It is crucial to emphasize that, at present, Tesla's Autopilot and FSD systems are SAE Level 2 systems, meaning the driver must remain fully engaged in the driving task at all times, keep their hands on the steering wheel, and be prepared to take over immediately. The development of FSD primarily occurs through over-the-air (OTA) software updates, allowing for continuous improvement of functionality and the addition of new capabilities. The system's hardware includes a suite of cameras around the vehicle, ultrasonic sensors (in older versions), and a powerful onboard computer (Hardware 2, 2.5, 3.0, 4.0) operating based on computer vision and neural networks developed by Tesla. FSD pricing is a separate option available as either a one-time purchase or a subscription, and the cost has changed multiple times. Tesla's systems are subjects of wide discussion regarding safety and regulation and are under close scrutiny by regulatory bodies and the public.