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Tesla Model X

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Manufacturer
Tesla
Production Start
2015 / 2021 (Facelifted Latest Generation)
Production Location
FremontCalifornia (USA)
Segment
Large Electric SUV
Powertrain Options
Dual-Motor AWDTri-Motor Plaid
Electric Range
543–576 km (WLTP)
Battery Capacity
100 kWh
Drivetrain
AWD

The Tesla Model X is the upper-class SUV model of the American electric vehicle manufacturer Tesla. Undergoing a comprehensive facelift in 2021, the Model X is characterized by its Falcon Wing doors, minimalist interior design, and advanced technological equipment. As of the 2025 model year, the Model X is available on the global market in two versions: the standard Model X and the high-performance Model X Plaid.

Design and Structural Features

The Model X features design elements such as an ultra-wide panoramic windshield, Falcon Wing rear doors, and a minimalist cockpit layout. With an aerodynamic drag coefficient of 0.24 Cd, the vehicle is offered with 20-inch or 22-inch wheel options. The interior includes a 17-inch touchscreen, an 8-inch rear passenger display, and a 22-speaker premium audio system.

Body Type and Dimensions

  • Length: 5,057 mm
  • Width (including mirrors): 2,271 mm
  • Width (excluding mirrors): 1,999 mm
  • Height: 1,680–1,740 mm (adjustable air suspension)
  • Wheelbase: 2,965 mm
  • Curb Weight:
  • Model X: 2,335 kg
  • Model X Plaid: 2,462 kg
  • Cargo Capacity: 2,614 liters (front and rear combined)
  • Seating Capacity:
  • Model X: up to 7 seats
  • Model X Plaid: up to 6 seats
  • Wheel Options: 20-inch or 22-inch
  • Ground Clearance: 137–208 mm (adjustable air suspension)


Tesla Model X Vehicle Dimensions (Tesla)

Powertrain Options and Performance

Model X

  • Motor Configuration: Dual-Motor AWD
  • Total Power: 670 hp (493 kW)
  • Motor Output (R85): Front: 252 kW / Rear: 252 kW
  • Acceleration (0–100 km/h): 3.9 s
  • Maximum Speed: 250 km/h
  • Electric Range (WLTP): 576 km
  • Energy Consumption: 19.1 kWh/100 km
  • Towing Capacity: 2,300 kg

Model X Plaid

  • Motor Configuration: Tri-Motor AWD
  • Total Power: 1,020 hp (750 kW)
  • Motor Output (R85): Front: 314 kW / Rear: 309 kW ×2
  • Acceleration (0–100 km/h): 2.6 s
  • Maximum Speed: 262 km/h
  • Electric Range (WLTP): 543 km
  • Energy Consumption: 20.8 kWh/100 km
  • Towing Capacity: 2,250 kg


Tesla Model X Plaid (Tesla)

Interior and Equipment

Standard Equipment

  • 17-inch central touchscreen
  • 8-inch rear passenger display
  • 22-speaker Tesla Premium audio system
  • Heated and ventilated seats (all rows)
  • Falcon Wing rear doors
  • Tesla Autopilot (standard)

Optional Equipment

  • Full Self-Driving (FSD)
  • 22-inch Turbine alloy wheels
  • 6-seat or 7-seat configurations


Tesla Model X Console Design (Tesla)

Safety and Driver Assistance Systems

Standard

  • Tesla Autopilot
  • Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB)
  • Blind Spot Monitoring
  • 360° camera system

Optional

  • Navigate on Autopilot
  • Smart Summon and Park Assist
  • Full Self-Driving (FSD)

Euro NCAP Result

In 2019, the Tesla Model X received the maximum 5-star rating in Euro NCAP crash tests.

  • Adult Occupant Protection: 98%
  • Child Occupant Protection: 81%
  • Pedestrian Protection: 72%
  • Safety Assist: 94%

Production and Market Position

The Tesla Model X is manufactured at Tesla’s Fremont factory in California, USA. It is sold in markets across North America, Europe, and Asia, and is available in Turkey through official Tesla dealerships. Its main competitors include the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV, BMW iX, and Audi Q8 e-tron.

Bibliographies

Euro NCAP. “Tesla Model X – 2019.” Accessed August 16, 2025. https://www.euroncap.com/en/results/tesla/model+x/39141

Tesla. “Model X – Official Site.” Accessed August 16, 2025. https://www.tesla.com/modelx

Tesla. “Model X Owner’s Manual.” Accessed August 16, 2025. https://www.tesla.com/ownersmanual/modelx/en_mo/GUID-91E5877F-3CD2-4B3B-B2B8-B5DB4A6C0A05.html

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