Global EV Comparison: Audi e-tron S vs Tesla Model X Plaid
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General Info
The Tesla Model X Plaid (2021-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €114990. The Audi e-tron S (2020-2022) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €41590 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Audi e-tron S | Tesla Model X Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2022 | 2021-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Belgium, China | USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €114990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €41590 | €81890 |
| GCC Score | 6.3 | 8 |
Range and Efficiency
The Tesla Model X Plaid (2021-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Audi e-tron S (2020-2022).
| Property | Audi e-tron S | Tesla Model X Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 335 km | 536 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 374 km | 543 km |
| Range (GCC) | 315 km | 482 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 95 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 86.5 kWh | 95 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 27.5 kWh/100 km | 19.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.64 km/kWh | 5.07 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 3.1 | 7.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Tesla Model X Plaid (2021-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 kW, while the Audi e-tron S (2020-2022) maxes out at 155 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Audi e-tron S | Tesla Model X Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 155 kW | 250 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) |
| Charging Score | 6.7 | 7.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Tesla Model X Plaid (2021-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Audi e-tron S | Tesla Model X Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), 2 IM (rear) | PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 370 kW | 760 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 496 hp | 1019 hp |
| Motor Torque | 973 Nm | 1020 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.5 s | 2.8 s |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 262 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.6 | 8.1 |
Dimensions
The Tesla Model X Plaid (2021-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Audi e-tron S (2020-2022).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Audi e-tron S | Tesla Model X Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4902 mm | 5057 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2189 mm | 2271 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1976 mm | 1999 mm |
| Height | 1629 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2928 mm | 2965 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi e-tron S (2020-2022) features a larger trunk, but the Tesla Model X Plaid (2021-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.
The Tesla Model X Plaid (2021-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Audi e-tron S (2020-2022).
| Property | Audi e-tron S | Tesla Model X Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 6 |
| Curb Weight | 2730 kg | 2539 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 660 l | 425 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1655 l | 2431 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 50 l | 183 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | 2250 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.7 | 8.9 |
