Tesla Model X

Tesla

Model X

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The Tesla Model X occupies a narrow niche as a high-performance, full-size electric SUV with seating for up to seven. Now in its refreshed second-generation form, it draws consistent praise from outlets like Car and Driver and MotorTrend for its falcon-wing rear doors and over-the-air software ecosystem, while reviewers repeatedly flag its steep pricing and polarizing minimalist interior. The Plaid trim's 1,020-hp tri-motor setup makes it one of the quickest three-row SUVs ever tested, a fact that tends to dominate first-drive coverage.

Strengths

  • Plaid trim delivers a verified 0–60 mph in 2.5 seconds, making it among the fastest production SUVs by that metric
  • Dual-Motor AWD trim offers 348 miles of EPA-rated range, competitive for a large three-row SUV
  • Falcon-wing rear doors provide genuinely easier third-row access in tight parking spaces, a distinction noted in Edmunds and MotorTrend long-term tests
  • Supercharger network access remains one of the most reliable DC fast-charging infrastructures in North America
  • Over-the-air updates regularly add or refine features, with reviewers noting meaningful improvements delivered post-purchase

Considerations

  • Entry price of $84,990 for the base Dual-Motor trim positions it above most direct competitors, including the Rivian R1S and Mercedes EQS SUV at comparable configurations
  • The yoke steering wheel, standard on refreshed models, drew criticism from Car and Driver and InsideEVs testers for being awkward in low-speed and parking maneuvers
  • Plaid's performance comes with a range penalty, dropping to 326 miles EPA versus 348 miles in the less powerful Dual-Motor trim
  • Cabin quality and fit-and-finish have been flagged by Edmunds owner reviews as inconsistent relative to the vehicle's price point