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 availableRange 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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