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Tesla Model S Wagon

2018Coachwork by ARES

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Production period
2018
Body style
Shooting Brake
Engine
Electric
Type
Concept

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE CAR

Coachbuilding, design & conversions

PRICE & SALES RECORD

Vehicle value

Original price
Not documented
Latest recorded sale
Not documented

01 / THE STORY

History & context

The Tesla Model S Wagon concept, envisioned by Ares Modena, reimagines Tesla’s flagship Model S sedan as an estate or “shooting brake” variant, bringing a new dimension to one of the most iconic electric vehicles. Ares Design, a bespoke car design company based in Modena, Italy, developed this concept under the direction of its CEO, Dany Bahar. His inspiration for the Model S shooting brake emerged from his experiences driving a Model S sedan. While he enjoyed the sedan’s performance and electric capabilities, Bahar noted its limited cargo space and felt the interior quality could use some refinement to align with the car’s premium status. Ares Design’s approach to addressing these issues combines style with functionality. The shooting brake model offers a streamlined yet spacious design, incorporating the aesthetics and luxury expected of a high-end estate vehicle. To make this concept a reality, Ares employed a combination of lightweight materials—aluminum and carbon fiber—to enhance performance and structural integrity while keeping the vehicle light. This choice reflects Ares’ expertise in using advanced materials for custom automotive builds. The expanded cargo space and more polished interior aim to meet the needs of drivers seeking a practical, stylish EV without sacrificing performance or comfort. However, it remains unclear whether this concept ever moved past the design and prototyping stages into full production. Unlike traditional concept cars shown at major auto shows, the Model S Wagon by Ares Design was a more specialized, niche vision, and it did not receive official support from Tesla. Despite this, the concept sparked significant interest, especially among Tesla enthusiasts looking for a more versatile EV that retained the Model S’s sleek design and powerful electric drivetrain. By blending luxury estate elements with Tesla’s EV performance, Ares Design offered a unique glimpse into what an estate version of the Model S could look like, even if the project remains a rare, ambitious concept. Ares also built a convertible version of the Tesla Modela S.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production type
Concept
Mechanical platform
Tesla Model S

Engine & performance

Engine configuration
Electric
Specification notes
ARES official 2018 material announces a Model S shooting-brake programme. The Tesla Model S base is structured as project identity only; battery, motor output, dimensions and performance are not inherited without an exact ARES specification.

Design & manufacture

Coachbuilder / Engineering / Body Builder · Documented
ARES
Manufacturer · Documented
Tesla

06 / EVENTS & AWARDS

Events & awards

No events or documented awards are currently recorded for this vehicle.

08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE

Archive

References held in the vehicle dossier. Their inclusion does not establish that every historical claim has been independently verified.

ReferenceSource type
ARES — The Big Reveal www.aresdesign.com Manufacturer official press pdf
ARES — Porsche 992 Targa project retrospective www.aresdesign.com Manufacturer official reconciliation context

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