Global EV Comparison: Tesla Model X Performance vs Model X Plaid
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General Info
While the Tesla Model X Plaid (2025-…) is currently produced, it is not offered for sale in Europe. The Tesla Model X Performance (2020-2021) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €50900 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Tesla Model X Performance | Tesla Model X Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2021 | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Netherlands, USA | USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | €50900 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 8.2 | 8.2 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Tesla Model X Performance (2020-2021) has a larger battery, the Tesla Model X Plaid (2025-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Tesla Model X Performance | Tesla Model X Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 549 km | 539 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 548 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 494 km | 512 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 103 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 98 kWh | 95 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 19.8 kWh/100 km | 18.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.04 km/kWh | 5.39 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.5 | 8.1 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 250 kW.
The Tesla Model X Performance (2020-2021) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 16.5 kW, whereas the Tesla Model X Plaid (2025-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Tesla Model X Performance | Tesla Model X Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 16.5 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 250 kW | 250 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | Tesla Type 2 (Mennekes) | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) |
| Charging Score | 8 | 7.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Both cars deliver the same 0-100 km/h acceleration time, but the Tesla Model X Plaid (2025-…) boasts greater motor power.
| Property | Tesla Model X Performance | Tesla Model X Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), IM (rear) | PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 580 kW | 760 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 778 hp | 1020 hp |
| Motor Torque | 1140 Nm | 1020 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 2.8 s | 2.8 s |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 262 km/h |
| Performance Score | 7.9 | 8.1 |
Dimensions
The Tesla Model X Performance (2020-2021) and Tesla Model X Plaid (2025-…) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Tesla Model X Performance | Tesla Model X Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5052 mm | 5057 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2271 mm | 2271 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1999 mm | 2005 mm |
| Height | 1684 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2965 mm | 2965 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Tesla Model X Plaid (2025-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.
When it comes to towing, both cars offer identical towing capacity (up to 2250 kg).
| Property | Tesla Model X Performance | Tesla Model X Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5, 6, 7 | 6 |
| Curb Weight | 2552 kg | 2464 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 357 l | 420 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 2431 l | 2492 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 187 l | 183 l |
| Towing Capacity | 2250 kg | 2250 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 8.9 | 8.9 |
