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Tesla Model S vs. Tesla Model X

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Highlights

Highlights comparison
2026 Tesla Model S2026 Tesla Model X
Starting MSRP
$109,990
$114,990
Towing Capacity
Not available
5,000 lbs
Cargo Capacity
Not available
N/A
Engine Type
Electric
Electric
Combined MPGe
110 - 124
100 - 105
Range
309 - 410 mi.
329 - 352 mi.
Level 2 Charging
9 - 15 hrs.
12 hrs.
DC Fast charging
30 mins.
30 mins.
Horsepower
670 hp
670 hp
Drive Type
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Seating Capacity
5
6
Basic Warranty
4 yr / 50,000 mi
4 yr / 50,000 mi

Engine

Engine comparison
2026 Tesla Model S2026 Tesla Model X
Engine Type
Electric
Electric
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
670
670
SAE Net Torque @ RPM
N/A
N/A
Displacement
N/A
N/A
Transmission Options
  • 1-Speed A/T
  • A/T
  • 1-Speed A/T
  • A/T
Total Cooling System Capacity
N/A
N/A

Tires & Wheels

Tires & Wheels comparison
2026 Tesla Model S2026 Tesla Model X
Spare Tire Size
N/A
N/A
Front Wheel Size
19 X 9.5 in
20 X 9 in
Rear Wheel Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Spare Wheel Size
N/A
N/A
Rear Tire Size
P285/40WR19
P275/45VR20
Spare Wheel Material
N/A
N/A
Front Wheel Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Front Tire Size
P255/45WR19
P265/45VR20
Rear Wheel Size
19 X 10.5 in
20 X 9.5 in

Suspension

Suspension comparison
2026 Tesla Model S2026 Tesla Model X
Suspension Type - Front
Double Wishbone
Double Wishbone
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
Multi-Link
Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
Double Wishbone
Double Wishbone
Suspension Type - Rear
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Steering

Steering comparison
2026 Tesla Model S2026 Tesla Model X
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb
40 ft
41 ft
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall
N/A
N/A
Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering)
N/A
N/A
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall
N/A
N/A

Measurements

Measurements comparison
2026 Tesla Model S2026 Tesla Model X
Front Shoulder Room
58 in
61 in
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings
Not available
N/A
Cargo Area Width @ Beltline
Not available
N/A
Rear Door Opening Width
Not available
N/A
Wheelbase
117 in
117 in
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1
Not available
N/A
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2
Not available
N/A
Front Head Room
40 in
42 in
Third Leg Room
Not available
N/A
Second Leg Room
36 in
39 in
Third Shoulder Room
Not available
N/A
Second Shoulder Room
55 in
57 in
Length, Overall
198 in
198 in
Liftover Height
N/A
N/A
Front Leg Room
42 in
41 in
Passenger Capacity
5
5
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3
Not available
N/A
Width, Max w/o mirrors
78 in
79 in
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
Not available
N/A
Track Width, Front
67 in
67 in
Third Head Room
Not available
N/A
Passenger Volume
N/A
N/A
Height, Overall
56 in
66 in
Front Hip Room
55 in
56 in
Track Width, Rear
67 in
67 in
Cargo Volume to Seat 1
Not available
92 ft³
Second Hip Room
50 in
59 in
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
Not available
37 ft³
Second Head Room
38 in
41 in
Cargo Box (Area) Height
Not available
N/A
Min Ground Clearance
5 in
5 in
Rear Door Opening Height
Not available
N/A
Third Hip Room
Not available
N/A
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up
25 ft³
Not available
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
61 ft³
Not available
Trunk Volume
N/A
Not available

Weight & Capacity

Weight & Capacity comparison
2026 Tesla Model S2026 Tesla Model X
Total Option Weight
Not available
0 lbs
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
N/A
N/A
Curb Weight - Rear
Not available
N/A
Maximum Payload Capacity
Not available
N/A
Curb Weight
Not available
N/A
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
N/A
5,000 lbs
Curb Weight - Front
Not available
N/A
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
N/A
5,000 lbs
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
N/A
500 lbs
Base Curb Weight
4,561 lbs
5,152 lbs
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
N/A
N/A
Maximum Trailering Capacity
Not available
5,000 lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
N/A
500 lbs

Safety

Safety comparison
2026 Tesla Model S2026 Tesla Model X
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Backup Camera
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard

Entertainment

Entertainment comparison
2026 Tesla Model S2026 Tesla Model X
Bluetooth®
Standard
Standard

Electrical

Electrical comparison
2026 Tesla Model S2026 Tesla Model X
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
N/A
N/A
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)
N/A
N/A

Brakes

Brakes comparison
2026 Tesla Model S2026 Tesla Model X
Disc - Front (Yes or )
Yes
Yes
Drum - Rear (Yes or )
N/A
N/A
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
15 in
14 in
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
14 in
14 in
Brake ABS System
4-Wheel
4-Wheel
Brake Type
4-Wheel Disc
4-Wheel Disc
Brake ABS System (Second Line)
N/A
N/A
Disc - Rear (Yes or )
Yes
Yes

FAQ

Which car is cheaper, the 2026 Tesla Model S or the 2026 Tesla Model X?

The 2026 Tesla Model S is cheaper than the 2026 Tesla Model X with a $109,990 starting MSRP versus a $114,990 starting MSRP.

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