2025 Tesla Model X Review

2025 Tesla Model X – Overview

Positioned above the smaller Model Y, the 2025 Tesla Model X serves as the brand’s flagship electric SUV, built on the same platform as the Model S sedan. It delivers a blend of thrilling performance, long driving range, and distinctive styling. Buyers can choose between two all-wheel-drive powertrains: a robust 670-hp dual-motor setup or the extreme 1020-hp tri-motor Plaid variant.

One of the X’s most defining features is its rear falcon-wing doors, offering dramatic access to the second and optional third row. Seating capacity ranges from five to seven, depending on configuration. Despite its cutting-edge performance and bold exterior, the Model X’s cabin feels minimalist to a fault—lacking the premium polish expected in a luxury SUV with a six-figure price tag.

When Is The 2025 Tesla Model X Coming Out?

Tesla rolled out the refreshed Model X beginning in late 2024, with broad availability in early 2025. Despite flexible production updates, deliveries officially reflect the 2025 model year.

What’s New for 2025 Tesla Model X?

The 2025 Tesla Model X carries over largely unchanged from the previous model year. Tesla continues its tradition of rolling out incremental software and feature updates over the air, but there are no major mechanical or design revisions for 2025. The focus remains on refining performance, range, and user experience through ongoing software enhancements rather than traditional model-year upgrades.

Pricing and Which One to Buy

The 2025 Tesla Model X starts at $86,630 for the dual-motor All-Wheel Drive version and climbs to around $101,630 for the high-performance Plaid trim, depending on selected options.

While the Model X Plaid offers blistering acceleration thanks to its triple-motor setup, its 314-mile estimated range lags behind the more affordable base version. Unless you’re chasing supercar-like thrills, we’d recommend the Model X All-Wheel Drive, which still delivers impressive speed along with a longer 329-mile estimated range—and it’ll save you a significant chunk of money in the process.

EV Motor, Power, and Performance

The base 2025 Tesla Model X is equipped with a dual-motor all-wheel-drive system, with one motor powering each axle for balanced performance and confident traction. This setup delivers a healthy dose of instant torque and seamless acceleration, making the standard Model X anything but slow.

For those seeking extreme performance, the Model X Plaid adds a third motor, giving it two at the rear and one up front for a total of 1020 horsepower. This tri-motor configuration unleashes jaw-dropping acceleration that rivals top-tier supercars.

While the Model X handles well for its size, it remains a large and heavy SUV, better suited to straight-line bursts than tight corner carving. Still, both versions offer a smooth ride and the kind of electric torque that makes highway merging or passing feel effortless.

0–60 MPH Times

Even in its standard form, the 2025 Model X delivers exhilarating acceleration. Tesla claims the dual-motor version can hit 60 mph in just 3.8 seconds, though real-world testing of earlier versions has yielded even quicker results—as fast as 3.3 seconds in independent tests.

Step up to the Model X Plaid, and Tesla says you’re looking at a blistering 2.5-second 0–60 time, courtesy of its tri-motor layout. While we haven’t confirmed those numbers at the track yet, the similarly engineered Model S Plaid sedan hit 60 mph in just 2.1 seconds during our testing—suggesting the SUV’s numbers may be just as staggering.

Range, Charging, and Battery Life

The 2025 Tesla Model X All-Wheel Drive delivers an EPA-estimated range of 329 miles, making it a strong contender for long-distance electric travel. Opting for the Plaid trim sacrifices some of that range in exchange for performance, with estimates of up to 314 miles on the standard 20-inch wheels or 294 miles with the larger 22-inch wheels.

When it comes to recharging, Tesla’s expansive Supercharger network provides rapid charging speeds that can replenish most of the battery in about 30 minutes. For daily use, home charging is more practical. Tesla sells wall-mounted charging equipment to help owners take full advantage of either 240-volt Level 2 charging or standard 120-volt outlets, though the latter is significantly slower.

Fuel Economy and Real-World MPGe

The 2025 Tesla Model X remains a standout in the electric SUV segment when it comes to efficiency. According to EPA estimates, the Model X All-Wheel Drive achieves an impressive 103 MPGe in the city and 94 MPGe on the highway, making it one of the most efficient full-size electric SUVs on the market.

For reference, MPGe (miles per gallon of gasoline equivalent) is an EPA-standardized metric that helps compare the energy consumption of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles to traditional gas-powered cars. In this context, the Model X offers a level of efficiency that outpaces many of its rivals.

Even the high-performance Model X Plaid, which sacrifices some efficiency in favor of blistering acceleration and additional power, posts commendable numbers. With ratings hovering around 98 MPGe city and 91 MPGe highway, it still manages to outperform key competitors like the Audi Q8 e-tron in this category.

These efficiency gains translate not only into lower energy costs but also a practical advantage in day-to-day range and long-distance driving. For those prioritizing both performance and economy, the Model X delivers a rare balance.

To see the most current fuel economy figures and conduct direct comparisons with other electric SUVs, visit the official the EPA’s website.

Interior, Comfort, and Cargo

The 2025 Tesla Model X interior remains unmistakably Tesla — minimalistic to an extreme, with a near absence of traditional buttons and switches. The driver’s view centers on a digital gauge cluster paired with Tesla’s distinctive rectangular yoke-style steering controller rather than a conventional round steering wheel. While futuristic, this yoke can prove frustrating for many drivers, with a steep learning curve that some find difficult or even impossible to fully adapt to. Fortunately, Tesla offers a standard circular steering wheel as a no-cost alternative, which many prefer for daily usability.

One of the Model X’s standout features is its expansive panoramic windshield and glass roof combination. This single sweeping piece of glass stretches seamlessly from the base of the hood upward and over the front seats, delivering an almost uninterrupted view of the sky and road ahead. This creates an airy and open cabin feel that few SUVs can match.

Despite these high-tech touches, the interior experience in the 2025 Tesla Model X leaves something to be desired, especially given the vehicle’s premium price point — particularly in the six-figure range for the Plaid model. The cabin styling feels somewhat nondescript and sterile, lacking the warmth or refinement found in many luxury competitors. The seats, while supportive, are relatively flat and don’t offer the plush comfort you might expect at this price tier. Additionally, our evaluation noted some build-quality shortcomings, including misaligned panels and inconsistent fit and finish, which detracts from the overall premium impression.

Cargo space in the Model X is generous, with ample room behind the rear seats and versatile folding configurations, making it practical for family use or hauling larger items. However, the interior’s minimalistic approach to storage compartments and cubbies may leave some wishing for more convenience features.

Infotainment and Connectivity

The 2025 Tesla Model X cabin is dominated by a massive, landscape-oriented touchscreen infotainment system that controls nearly every aspect of the vehicle’s functions—from climate control and navigation to media and advanced driver settings. This central display is intuitive and responsive, showcasing Tesla’s commitment to a high-tech, integrated user experience. However, its reliance on touchscreen controls means physical buttons are minimal, which can be a double-edged sword for some drivers who prefer tactile feedback.

Complementing the main screen, a secondary digital instrument cluster sits directly in front of the driver, displaying essential driving information like speed, battery range, and navigation prompts clearly and sharply.

Notably, Tesla’s infotainment system does not support Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, a feature that many other luxury vehicles include as standard. Instead, Tesla provides its own proprietary apps and services, including streaming music, web browsing, and real-time navigation updates, all connected through the vehicle’s built-in cellular network.

Rear-seat passengers are not left out, thanks to a dedicated rear-seat entertainment display that offers access to media playback and some vehicle controls, providing an engaging experience for kids and adults alike on longer journeys.

Safety and Driver-Assistance Features

The 2025 Tesla Model X comes equipped with Tesla’s Autopilot system as standard and offers an optional Full Self-Driving (FSD) package for enhanced capabilities. These driver-assist technologies use a network of cameras, ultrasonic sensors, and radar to detect surrounding vehicles, pedestrians, and obstacles, assisting with steering, acceleration, and braking to ease the burden of driving.

However, despite the advanced names, these systems are not fully autonomous — the driver must stay alert and keep their hands on the wheel at all times. Tesla emphasizes that Autopilot and Full Self-Driving are aids rather than replacements for human control.

One of the standout features is Summon, which enables the vehicle to autonomously park itself or navigate tight spaces and retrieve itself, all controlled remotely via the Tesla smartphone app. This is particularly useful in crowded parking lots or narrow garages.

For those wanting to dive deeper into the Model X’s crashworthiness, official crash-test results are available from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites.

Key safety and driver-assistance features include:

• Standard automated emergency braking to help prevent or mitigate collisions

• Standard lane-departure warning and lane-keeping assist to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane

• Standard adaptive cruise control with lane-centering capability, which adjusts speed based on traffic and maintains positioning on the road

Warranty and Maintenance Coverage

Tesla provides a solid warranty package for the Model X, with a particular focus on protecting its critical powertrain and battery components. However, compared to some luxury competitors, Tesla’s coverage lacks extended bumper-to-bumper protection and does not include complimentary scheduled maintenance.

The key warranty details for the Model X are:

• Limited warranty: Covers 4 years or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first

• Powertrain warranty: Covers 8 years with unlimited miles, providing long-term assurance for the electric motor, battery, and associated components

• Scheduled maintenance: Tesla does not offer complimentary scheduled maintenance, meaning owners are responsible for upkeep costs such as brake servicing and tire rotations

While the powertrain coverage is among the best in the industry, prospective buyers should factor in potential out-of-pocket maintenance expenses when considering overall ownership costs.

2025 Tesla Model X Specifications

Final Verdict

The 2025 Tesla Model X continues to offer one of the most compelling experiences in the luxury EV SUV segment. With its distinctive falcon-wing design, Supercar-level acceleration, long-range capability, and refreshed premium touches, the dual-motor AWD variant stands out as the best value for most buyers. Though pricey and showing its age, especially in tech sans steer-by-wire, it remains a top-tier electric SUV—especially for those with an EV-friendly lifestyle.

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