Comparison
Nissan Leaf vs Tesla Model X
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Tesla Model X 303 mi vs 329 mi
Best value Nissan Leaf $29,990 vs $84,990
Faster charging Tesla Model X 40 min vs 31 min
Weighted profile Tesla Model X 2.7 vs 7.3
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Tesla Model X
329 mi vs 303 mi
Value winner
Nissan Leaf
$99/mi vs $258/mi
Charging winner
Tesla Model X
31 min vs 40 min
Efficiency winner
Nissan Leaf
278 Wh/mi vs 342 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Tesla Model X
109.8 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Nissan Leaf | Tesla Model X |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | SV | Model X |
| MSRP (USD) | $29,990 | $84,990 |
| Range | 303 mi | 329 mi |
| Efficiency | 278 Wh/mi • 3.6 mi/kWh | 342 Wh/mi • 2.92 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 75 kWh | 96 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
| Body type | Hatchback | SUV |
| DC max | 100 kW | 493 kW |
| AC max | 7 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 40 min | 31 min |
| Roadtrip score | 61.8 | 78.8 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 71 mi | 95 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 99 $/mi | 258 $/mi |
| Top speed | 99 mph | 155 mph |
| Cargo | 15 cu ft | 25 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 2,150 lb | 4,960 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Tesla Model X if you want the longer rated range (329 mi vs 303 mi).
- Choose Tesla Model X if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 31 min vs 40 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Nissan Leaf looks better ($99/mi vs $258/mi).
Weighted verdict
Tesla Model X has the stronger weighted profile (7.3 vs 2.7).
Nissan Leaf2.7 Tesla Model X7.3 100 kW40 min 493 kW31 min
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