Model X
Luxury SUV with falcon-wing doors
Don't BuyKey Facts at a Glance
- Seating 6-7 adults
- Real-World Range 300-330 mi typical (EPA 333-348 mi)
- Towing 5,000 lb rated
- FSD Hardware HW4 (AI5 Computer)
- Max Charging Rate 250 kW DC (Supercharger V3)
- Safety 5-star NHTSA overall.
VERSION COMPARISON
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Model X
$99,990
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Plaid
$114,990
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| Tagline | Falcon wings. Premium everything. | SUV that embarrasses sports cars. |
| 0-60 mph | 3.8s 0-60 mph | 2.5s 0-60 mph |
| Range | 348 mi | 333 mi |
| Drivetrain | Dual Motor AWD | Tri Motor AWD |
| Power | 670 hp | 1,020 hp |
| Top Speed | 149 mph | 163 mph |
| Highlights | Falcon Wing doors, 6-7 seats, Premium interior | Track Mode, Falcon Wing doors |
| Verdict |
DISCONTINUED. Model being phased out. Consider long-term parts/service availability.
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DISCONTINUED. Iconic falcon wings may become collector's item. End-of-life risks apply.
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TL;DR
Value
N/A — Not recommended. Model is being discontinued by Tesla.
YOLO
Model X Plaid — Last chance for falcon wings + 1,020hp. Future classic potential.
The mistake? Buying without understanding the model is discontinued. Long-term parts and service uncertain.
RELEASE HISTORY & WHAT CHANGED
Sep 2015
Initial Release
- First production units delivered.
Jan 2021
Plaid Refresh
- Plaid tri-motor variant
- redesigned interior
- updated powertrain
- revised suspension
Jun 2025
Efficiency Refresh
- Efficiency improvements
- faster charging capability
- minor exterior design changes
Jan 2026
Discontinued
- Elon Musk announced discontinuation during Q4 2025 earnings call
- giving Model X an 'honorable discharge'
FEATURE DEEP-DIVE
Full Self-Driving (FSD)
- Hardware
- HW4 (AI5 Computer)
- Capabilities
- Supervised FSD on city streets & highways, Auto Lane Change, Navigate on Autopilot, Smart Summon, Autopark
- Option
- FSD included on all new orders
- Subscription
- $99/month FSD subscription also available
Charging
- Max Rate
- 250 kW DC (Supercharger V3)
- Range per 15 min
- ~175 miles in 15 min
- Home Charging
- Wall Connector (48A, 11.5 kW) — full charge overnight
- Port
- NACS (CCS adapter included)
Interior
- 17" cinematic touchscreen (landscape)
- Falcon Wing rear doors (auto-sensing)
- 22-speaker premium audio
- 8" rear entertainment display
- Heated & ventilated front seats
- HEPA air filtration with Bioweapon Defense Mode
- 6 or 7-seat configuration
Safety
5-star NHTSA overall. 8 cameras, AEB, Collision Avoidance, Lane Departure Warning, Sentry Mode, Dashcam.
5-YEAR OWNERSHIP ESTIMATE
- Fuel Savings (5 yr)
- $6,000-8,000 vs luxury SUV
- Maintenance (5 yr)
- ~$3,500 (tires, wipers, cabin filter, falcon wing door adjustments)
- Insurance
- Highest in Tesla lineup; expect $3,000-5,000/yr
- Depreciation
- DISCONTINUED — expect accelerated depreciation
- Federal Credit
- Expired — federal EV credit ended Sept 30, 2025
- Bottom Line
- Expensive to own. Falcon wing doors add repair risk. Buy only if you love the doors.
PRICING & SAVINGS
Federal EV Tax Credit (Expired)
The federal EV tax credit expired September 30, 2025. The up-to-$7,500 credit for new EVs (Section 30D) and up-to-$4,000 credit for used EVs (Section 25E) are no longer available for vehicles acquired after that date.
The federal tax credit for EV charging equipment (Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit) remains available — up to 30% of installation costs — through June 30, 2026.
STATE INCENTIVE EXAMPLES
California
Up to $7,500 CVRP
Clean Vehicle Rebate Project for qualifying buyers + HOV lane access stickers
Colorado
$5,000
State tax credit for new EVs
New Jersey
~7% sales tax exemption
No sales tax on zero-emission vehicles
New York
Up to $2,000
Drive Clean rebate at point of sale
Texas
No state rebate
No state income tax offsets total cost; check local utility rebates
OTHER SAVINGS
- ▸Federal charger tax credit: 30% of EV charger installation costs (through June 30, 2026)
- ▸Many employers offer pre-tax commuter benefits for EV charging
- ▸Some utilities offer time-of-use rates — charge overnight at $0.04-0.08/kWh
- ▸Tesla Supercharger network: ~$0.35-0.50/kWh, still 40-60% cheaper than gas
- ▸No oil changes, no transmission service, brake pads last 100k+ miles (regen braking)
The federal EV purchase credit expired Sept 30, 2025. State and local incentives vary and change frequently. Always verify current eligibility with your state's energy office and a tax professional before purchasing.