There are no major changes to the Model X for this model year.
Pricing and Which One to Buy
The price of the 2025 Tesla Model X starts at $81,630 and goes up to $96,630 depending on the trim and options.
The price of the 2025 Tesla Model X starts at $81,630 and goes up to $96,630 depending on the trim and options.
Overview
Slotting in above the Model Y, the Model X is Tesla’s larger luxury EV SUV. It’s built off of the same platform as the long-running Model S sedan and offers the same choice of powertrains: one that’s merely powerful and one that’s overpowered. The X adds an available third row of seats that brings capacity from five passengers to either six or seven. Accessing those seats is done through power-operated doors, a pair of conventional hinged units for the front seats, and dramatic supercar-style gull-wing doors—Tesla calls them falcon-wing doors—for rows two and three. Power maxes out at 1020 horsepower in the Plaid, while the standard All-Wheel Drive model boasts 670 horses. EPA range tops out at 335 miles for the All-Wheel Drive model, just nine miles more than the Plaid delivers. The X’s interior is not nearly as stirring as its power and range, with a subdued design and materials that feel out of place in a supposed luxury vehicle with prices approaching $100k for the top model. We do appreciate—if not love—Tesla’s boundary-pushing tech philosophy, although we would vastly prefer physical buttons for many functions that Tesla incorporates into the central touchscreen. And we’re not sold on the X’s standard rectangular steering yoke setup in place of a conventional round steering wheel, either. More conventional luxury EV SUV offerings like the BMW iX are more satisfying to drive, while the latest Rivian R1S and its available quad-motor powertrain has officially put this SUV acceleration king on notice.
EV Motor, Power, and Performance
The base Model X comes standard with two electric motors—one at the front axle and one at the rear—which enable all-wheel drive. The 1020-hp Plaid high-performance model has a motor up front and two at the rear. The X’s handling is respectable, but it’s still a big and heavy SUV with the fun party trick of blistering acceleration generated by its electric motors.
The base Model X comes standard with two electric motors—one at the front axle and one at the rear—which enable all-wheel drive. The 1020-hp Plaid high-performance model has a motor up front and two at the rear. The X’s handling is respectable, but it’s still a big and heavy SUV with the fun party trick of blistering acceleration generated by its electric motors.
0–60-MPH Times
The X’s base setup is plenty swift: Tesla claims a 60-mph time of 3.8 seconds, but even an older, less powerful model easily beat that in our testing with a 3.3-second run. The tri-motor Plaid variant boasts a claimed 60-mph time of 2.5 seconds, but we haven't verified its acceleration times at our test track yet. When we tested the Model S Plaid sedan—which is based on the same basic underpinnings as the Model X—it managed a viscera-compressing 2.1-second 60-mph time.
The X’s base setup is plenty swift: Tesla claims a 60-mph time of 3.8 seconds, but even an older, less powerful model easily beat that in our testing with a 3.3-second run. The tri-motor Plaid variant boasts a claimed 60-mph time of 2.5 seconds, but we haven't verified its acceleration times at our test track yet. When we tested the Model S Plaid sedan—which is based on the same basic underpinnings as the Model X—it managed a viscera-compressing 2.1-second 60-mph time.
Range, Charging, and Battery Life
The All-Wheel Drive model comes with an EPA-estimated driving range of 335 miles; upgrading to the faster Plaid model drops the estimated driving range to 300 or 326 miles, depending on whether you go for the 22-inch or 20-inch wheels. To be clear, those range estimates are officially for 2024 models because Tesla hasn’t released estimates for 2025 models yet. However, since there are no changes to the 2025s, we don’t expect those range figures to change. As to recharging, it’s quick via one of Tesla's Superchargers, which are available across the country. Charging at home via a 240-volt or 120-volt connection will be slower, but probably more convenient for owners, so Tesla offers in-home charging equipment for purchase.
The All-Wheel Drive model comes with an EPA-estimated driving range of 335 miles; upgrading to the faster Plaid model drops the estimated driving range to 300 or 326 miles, depending on whether you go for the 22-inch or 20-inch wheels. To be clear, those range estimates are officially for 2024 models because Tesla hasn’t released estimates for 2025 models yet. However, since there are no changes to the 2025s, we don’t expect those range figures to change. As to recharging, it’s quick via one of Tesla's Superchargers, which are available across the country. Charging at home via a 240-volt or 120-volt connection will be slower, but probably more convenient for owners, so Tesla offers in-home charging equipment for purchase.
Fuel Economy and Real-World MPGe
Among other similarly sized electric SUVs, the Model X All-Wheel Drive boasts the highest MPGe ratings from the EPA. It has ratings of 104 city and 96 highway. Even the Plaid model, which sacrifices some efficiency for its massive increase in power, outperforms key rivals such as the Audi Q8 e-tron SUV in this metric. For more information about the Model X's fuel economy, visit the EPA's website.
Among other similarly sized electric SUVs, the Model X All-Wheel Drive boasts the highest MPGe ratings from the EPA. It has ratings of 104 city and 96 highway. Even the Plaid model, which sacrifices some efficiency for its massive increase in power, outperforms key rivals such as the Audi Q8 e-tron SUV in this metric. For more information about the Model X's fuel economy, visit the EPA's website.
Interior, Comfort, and Cargo
Love it or hate it, a stark and nearly buttonless interior design is classic Tesla. The driver faces a digital gauge display and a unique rectangular yoke-style steering controller instead of a conventional circular steering wheel; the yoke is often frustrating to use and difficult if not impossible to get used to. At least a regular steering wheel is available as a no-cost option. Also unique is the Model X's combination windshield and glass roof that runs seamlessly from the base of the hood up and over the front-seat passengers for a nearly uninterrupted view of what's ahead and what's above. Despite these whiz-bang features, the Model X's cabin leaves us wanting, especially considering its price approaches the six-figure barrier for the Plaid. The cabin has a nondescript look, the seats are relatively flat, and we’ve noticed poorly aligned panels and other build-quality issues.
Love it or hate it, a stark and nearly buttonless interior design is classic Tesla. The driver faces a digital gauge display and a unique rectangular yoke-style steering controller instead of a conventional circular steering wheel; the yoke is often frustrating to use and difficult if not impossible to get used to. At least a regular steering wheel is available as a no-cost option. Also unique is the Model X's combination windshield and glass roof that runs seamlessly from the base of the hood up and over the front-seat passengers for a nearly uninterrupted view of what's ahead and what's above. Despite these whiz-bang features, the Model X's cabin leaves us wanting, especially considering its price approaches the six-figure barrier for the Plaid. The cabin has a nondescript look, the seats are relatively flat, and we’ve noticed poorly aligned panels and other build-quality issues.
Infotainment and Connectivity
A huge touchscreen infotainment system dominates the dashboard and controls nearly all of the Model X's various features and settings. A secondary digital readout directly in front of the driver serves as the gauge cluster. Tesla's infotainment system is certainly high-tech, but you won't find Apple CarPlay or Android Auto capability in it. Rear-seat riders are treated to their own small display which provides entertainment and some control over the car's features.
A huge touchscreen infotainment system dominates the dashboard and controls nearly all of the Model X's various features and settings. A secondary digital readout directly in front of the driver serves as the gauge cluster. Tesla's infotainment system is certainly high-tech, but you won't find Apple CarPlay or Android Auto capability in it. Rear-seat riders are treated to their own small display which provides entertainment and some control over the car's features.
Safety and Driver-Assistance Features
The Model X comes with Tesla’s Autopilot feature and can be optioned with Full Self-Driving. Tesla's driver-assist modes employ several cameras to detect objects, people, and other vehicles, and use them to help steer, accelerate, and brake the Model X. But don’t be fooled by their names: these systems do not provide fully autonomous operation; the driver must remain in charge at all times. The Model X also offers a Summon feature that allows the user to park or retrieve the SUV from tight spots while standing outside. For more information about the Model X's crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include:
- Standard automated emergency braking
- Standard lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist
- Standard adaptive cruise control with a lane-centering featu
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- By David Gluckman Website :https://www.caranddriver.com/
The Model X comes with Tesla’s Autopilot feature and can be optioned with Full Self-Driving. Tesla's driver-assist modes employ several cameras to detect objects, people, and other vehicles, and use them to help steer, accelerate, and brake the Model X. But don’t be fooled by their names: these systems do not provide fully autonomous operation; the driver must remain in charge at all times. The Model X also offers a Summon feature that allows the user to park or retrieve the SUV from tight spots while standing outside. For more information about the Model X's crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include:
- Standard automated emergency braking
- Standard lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist
- Standard adaptive cruise control with a lane-centering featu
- By David Gluckman Website :https://www.caranddriver.com/
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