Comparison

Tesla Model S vs Tesla Model X

Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.

Best range Tesla Model S 410 mi vs 329 mi
Best value Tesla Model X $86,630 vs $84,990
Faster charging Tesla Model S 31 min vs 31 min
Weighted profile Tesla Model S 5.5 vs 4.6

Category winners

5 available
Range winner
Tesla Model S
410 mi vs 329 mi
Value winner
Tesla Model S
$211/mi vs $258/mi
Charging winner
Tie
31 min each
Efficiency winner
Tesla Model S
271 Wh/mi vs 342 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Tesla Model X
109.8 utility index

Side-by-side comparison

Primary trims
Spec Tesla Model S Tesla Model X
Trim used Model S Model X
MSRP (USD) $86,630 $84,990
Range 410 mi 329 mi
Efficiency 271 Wh/mi • 3.69 mi/kWh 342 Wh/mi • 2.92 mi/kWh
Battery (usable) 96 kWh 96 kWh
Seats 5 6
Drivetrain AWD AWD
Body type Sedan SUV
DC max 250 kW 493 kW
AC max 11 kW 11 kW
10–80% (DC) 31 min 31 min
Roadtrip score 88.7 78.8
Miles added (15 min est.) 120 mi 95 mi
USD per mile of range 211 $/mi 258 $/mi
Top speed 155 mph 155 mph
Cargo 25 cu ft 25 cu ft
Tow rating 3,527 lb 4,960 lb

Who should choose which?

  • Choose Tesla Model S if you want the longer rated range (410 mi vs 329 mi).
  • For “range per dollar”, Tesla Model S looks better ($211/mi vs $258/mi).

Weighted verdict

Tesla Model S has the stronger weighted profile (5.5 vs 4.6).

Tesla Model S5.5 Tesla Model X4.6 250 kW31 min 493 kW31 min

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