2026 Tesla Model X Long Range and Plaid with falcon wing doors

Tesla

2026 Tesla Model X

Large electric SUV

DiscontinuedBattery electric

From $190,000 plus on-road costs

The Model X is Tesla's full size electric SUV, sharing its platform and most drivetrain hardware with the Model S sedan.

From$190,000+ORC
Range (WLTP)576 km
Power493 to 760 kW
Battery95 kWh
DC charge250 kW
Boot2,577 L
WarrantyNo Tesla Australia coverage. US base warranty does not transfer

CarTell take

We haven't driven the Model X yet. On paper, use a licensed Australian import specialist with falcon door experience. Get a written compliance, conversion and warranty plan. Confirm VIN can be registered against the Tesla app for Supercharger access. Factor specialist insurance and parts availability into ownership costs.

Why consider it

  • Plaid remains the fastest accelerating large SUV on sale anywhere.
  • 2,268 kg braked tow rating beats most ICE luxury SUVs.
  • 250 kW Supercharger V3 access via VIN registration.

What to know

  • Not sold by Tesla Australia.
  • No factory warranty or dealer support.
  • Most cars are LHD donors, RHD conversion compromises resale.

Who it suits

Tow and electric buyers who need a real 2,268 kg braked rating, Plaid badge chasers who want the fastest accelerating SUV money can buy, 7 seat Tesla fans wanting the lounge or three row layouts, and software first families happy in the Tesla OS ecosystem.

Small families

7 seats

EV first-timers

576 km WLTP, charge at home

Towing

2,268 kg braked

Keen drivers

493 to 760 kW on tap

Range, charging and ownership

EV essentials at a glance.

576 km

WLTP range

Real-world range will vary with speed, weather and load.

250 kW

DC fast charging

AC charging at home up to 11 kW.

Grades and pricing

2 grades for Australia, plus on-road costs.
GradePrice fromBatteryRangePowerDC chargeKey differences
Long Range AWD$190,000 +ORCapprox 95 kWh usable576 km WLTP493 kW250 kW (Supercharger V3)Long Range pick. 576 km WLTP, 5, 6 or 7 seat layouts, 2,268 kg braked tow on US spec.
Plaid$255,000 +ORCapprox 95 kWh usable760 kW250 kW (Supercharger V3)Performance flagship. 2.5 second 0 to 100, fastest accelerating large SUV on sale anywhere.

Long Range AWD

$190,000 +ORC

Battery
approx 95 kWh usable
Range
576 km WLTP
Power
493 kW
DC charge
250 kW (Supercharger V3)

Long Range pick. 576 km WLTP, 5, 6 or 7 seat layouts, 2,268 kg braked tow on US spec.

Plaid

$255,000 +ORC

Battery
approx 95 kWh usable
Power
760 kW
DC charge
250 kW (Supercharger V3)

Performance flagship. 2.5 second 0 to 100, fastest accelerating large SUV on sale anywhere.

Practicality and safety

7 seats

Seating

2,577 L max

Boot space. plus 187 L frunk

Not ANCAP rated

Safety rating. No Australian crash rating for this model yet

AWD

Drivetrain

Top rivals

Look at the alternatives if you want factory right hand drive with dealer support and warranty (Mercedes EQS SUV, Volvo EX90), more WLTP range than 576 km, CarPlay or Android Auto, or you cannot stomach falcon wing door repair risk.

Frequently asked questions

Can I buy a Tesla Model X in Australia?

Not from Tesla. The configurator does not list it and there is no factory right hand drive production. Any AU plated Model X is a private import, typically a US donor converted to RHD.

How much does a privately imported Model X cost?

Indicative landed cost sits around $190,000 for a Long Range AWD and between $240,000 and $270,000 for a Plaid, depending on options, donor sourcing and the specialist used.

How many seats does the Tesla Model X have?

5, 6 or 7 depending on the donor build. The 6 seat lounge layout with two captain's chairs in row two is the most popular option.

How much can the Tesla Model X tow?

2,268 kg braked on US specification cars, the highest of any Tesla and a figure that beats most ICE luxury SUVs.

The Tesla Model X in full

The Model X is Tesla's full size electric SUV, sharing its platform and most drivetrain hardware with the Model S sedan. Its defining feature is the rear falcon wing doors, vertically opening with sensors that map the space around the car. MY26 refresh brings new bumpers, matrix LED headlights, acoustic glass and updated interior trims. Tesla Australia does not sell it, so any AU plated example is a private import. Two trims: Long Range AWD at 493 kW with 576 km WLTP, and Plaid tri motor at 760 kW and 2.5 second 0 to 100 km/h. 5, 6 or 7 seat layouts, 2,268 kg braked tow rating on US spec, 250 kW Supercharger V3 access via VIN registration.

From$190,000+ORC
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