PerformanceBEV

Tesla Model X Performance

Electriclarge SUVGENERATION Gen1, 2020

778 hp, 487 km range, 3,0 s 0-100 : among the 7 E-SUV electric 2018–2022, the Model X Performance ranks 6th of 7 in WLTP range, 3rd of 6 in DC charge power, 2nd of 7 in 0–100 km/h. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.

Power: 778 hp; 1139 Nm, dont 778 hp elec
0 → 100 km/h: 3.0 s; VMax 262 km/h
Range: 487 km; WLTP
DC charging: 250 kW

Full specifications

Manufacturer data. Consumption and range estimated from the WLTP cycle; performance simulated by the Caralogy physics engine.

Powertrain

Electric power: 778 hp
Combined power: 778 hp
Couple: 1139 Nm
Gearbox: Mono-rapport Automatique
Transmission: Integrale (AWD)

Battery and charging

Battery capacity: 100 kWh
Range WLTP: 487 km
Charge AC max: 11.5 kW
Charge DC max: 250 kW
EV cons. WLTP: 23.6 kWh/100 km

Performance

0 → 100 km/h: 3,0 s
VMax: 262 km/h

Dimensions and environment

Length: 5,037 mm
Wheelbase: 2,964 mm
Width: 2,073 mm
Height: 1,684 mm
Kerb weight: 2,459 kg
Cd: 0.25

Caralogy Methodology

Performance (0-100, top speed) simulated by the Caralogy physics engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves). Motorway consumption values estimated from the manufacturer WLTP cycle.

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Manufacturer data · WLTP-estimated consumption · Caralogy-simulated performance

Among the 7 E-SUV electric, the Model X Performance ranks (in the bottom third) in WLTP range. Caralogy simulates its real-world behaviour: motorway simulation, consumption simulation and performance simulation.

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Caralogy Verdict

Suitable for

Long daily commute (>50 km/day) without range anxiety. 2nd of 7 in 0–100 km/h (3.0 s).

Less suitable for

Regular family use with bulky luggage. The space and boot are sport-calibrated, not utility. A sedan or SUV from the same manufacturer would be more practical daily.

Alternatives to consider

If the priority is WLTP range, the Tesla Model X Long Range (1st with 579 km) takes the lead. If the priority is DC charge power, the Xpeng G9 (1st with 300 kW) takes the lead.

Real-world range: 487 km WLTP (6th of 7 in WLTP range)

The Model X Performance offers 487 km of WLTP range. The segment reference is the Tesla Model X Long Range (579 km).

Charging: 250 kW DC (3rd of 6 in DC charge power)

The Model X Performance accepts up to 250 kW DC fast charging. The segment reference is the Xpeng G9 (300 kW).

Go beyond this analysis

Recalculate everything for your own profile with the three physics simulators that power this page.

Running cost for your profile

Adjust mileage, driving mix and charging type to estimate your annual energy budget.

Launch simulator

Long-distance trip

Simulate any motorway trip: time, charging stops, total cost.

Simulate a trip

Times & acceleration

0-100, 0-200, speed curve, segment position.

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Real-world range

Simulate range by speed, temperature and driving style.

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Where the Model X Performance stands against E-SUV electric

Comparison across 7 E-SUV electric marketed between 2018–2022.

WLTP range6^e / 7

487 km

Min 425 km · BMW iX xDrive40Max 579 km · Tesla Model X Long Range

DC charge power3^e / 6

250 kW

Min 250 kW · Tesla Model X Long RangeMax 300 kW · Xpeng G9

0–100 km/h2^e / 7

3,0 s

Min 8,6 s · Xpeng G9Max 2,6 s · Tesla Model X Plaid

Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)

BEVBMW iX xDrive50523 hp · 4.6 s BEVBMW iX xDrive40326 hp · 6.1 s PHEVPorsche Cayenne Turbo S E-Hybrid Coupe680 hp · 3.7 s PetrolAudi RS Q8 SUV640 hp · 3.6 s

Cross-energy alternatives

Same needs, different powertrain.

PetrolBMW X5 M Competition625 hp · 3.8 s PetrolBMW X6 M Competition625 hp · 3.8 s PetrolPorsche Cayenne Turbo S570 hp · 3.9 s PetrolBMW X5 M50i530 hp · 4.3 s BEVTesla Model X 90D532 hp · 5.0 s BEVTesla Model X Plaid1020 hp · 2.6 s

The full Tesla Model X Gen1 range

Generation Gen1 launched in 2015. Available versions sorted by energy.

Other versions of the Gen1

BEVModel X Long Range670 hp · 2020 BEVModel X 100D532 hp · 2017 BEVModel X P100D762 hp · 2017 BEVModel X 90D532 hp · 2016 BEVModel X P90D762 hp · 2016

Popular duels involving the Model X Performance

BEVBMW iX xDrive50 vs Model X Performance523 hp · 105.2 kWh BEVBMW iX xDrive40 vs Model X Performance326 hp · 76.6 kWh PHEVPorsche Cayenne Turbo S E-Hybrid Coupe vs Model X Performance680 hp · 3.9 L PetrolAudi RS Q8 SUV vs Model X Performance640 hp · 13.6 L

Continue with the Tesla Model X Performance

The same car, from other angles.

Consumption
Consumption and annual running cost of the Tesla Model X Performance
708 €/yr · 15,000 km/yr
Motorway
Simulated motorway trip of the Tesla Model X Performance: stops and duration
Paris → Lyon · 1 stop(s) · 4h18
Range
Range of the Tesla Model X Performance by speed and weather
472 km at 130 km/h · 487 km WLTP
Performance
Performance of the Tesla Model X Performance: 0-100 and lap times
0-100 in 3.0 s · 778 hp

Tesla Model X Performance: what you need to know

Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.

Where does the Model X Performance rank in its segment?

Among the 7 E-SUV electric 2018–2022, the Model X Performance ranks 6th of 7 in WLTP range (487 km, behind the Tesla Model X Long Range), 3rd of 6 in DC charge power (250 kW, behind the Xpeng G9), 2nd of 7 in 0–100 km/h (3.0 s, behind the Tesla Model X Plaid).

What is the WLTP range of the Model X Performance?

487 km WLTP announced - making it the 6th of 7 in WLTP range out of 7 models. The reference is the Tesla Model X Long Range (579 km).

How much does the Model X Performance cost to run?

Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.

Why not a Tesla Model X Long Range instead?

The Tesla Model X Long Range leads in WLTP range (579 km vs 487 km). The choice depends on your priorities: check the Model X Performance vs Tesla Model X Long Range duel for a detailed comparison.

How does Caralogy calculate its figures?

Caralogy does not reproduce manufacturer figures: we recalculate every number through physics simulation, starting from SCx, mass and the power curve. This is why our figures at 130 km/h differ from WLTP. Full methodology on the dedicated page.