Tesla Model X vs Model Y: range and efficiency, variant by variant
By CarWhere Research · Updated
For 2026, the Model Y Long Range RWD (357 miles) out-ranges the dual-motor Model X (352 miles) by EPA's numbers. Model Y is also much more efficient: 24–32 kWh/100 mi against 32–34 for Model X. Both seat up to seven, but Model X production ended in 2026.
Side by side
| Model year | Variant (fueleconomy.gov) | EPA range | MPGe combined | kWh/100 mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Model X | 352 mi | 105 | 32.2 |
| 2026 | Model X Plaid | 335 mi | 100 | 33.7 |
| 2026 | Model Y Long Range RWD | 357 mi | 134 | 25.2 |
| 2026 | Model Y Long Range AWD | 327 mi | 123 | 27.5 |
| 2026 | Model Y Standard RWD (18in Wheels) | 321 mi | 138 | 24.3 |
| 2026 | Model Y Performance AWD | 306 mi | 105 | 32.0 |
| 2026 | Model Y Standard RWD (19in Wheels) | 303 mi | 131 | 25.7 |
| 2026 | Model Y Standard AWD | 294 mi | 127 | 26.5 |
| 2025 | Model X | 329 mi | 98 | 34.2 |
| 2025 | Model X Plaid (20in wheels) | 314 mi | 94 | 35.9 |
| 2025 | Model X Plaid (22in wheels) | 294 mi | 88 | 38.1 |
| 2025 | Model Y Long Range RWD | 337 mi | 125 | 26.9 |
| 2025 | Model Y Long Range AWD | 311 mi | 117 | 28.8 |
| 2025 | Model Y Performance AWD | 277 mi | 104 | 32.4 |
| 2024 | Model X | 335 mi | 100 | 33.6 |
| 2024 | Model X Plaid (20in wheels) | 326 mi | 98 | 34.5 |
| 2024 | Model X Plaid (22in wheels) | 300 mi | 90 | 37.3 |
| 2024 | Model Y Long Range RWD | 320 mi | 120 | 28.1 |
| 2024 | Model Y Long Range AWD | 310 mi | 117 | 28.7 |
| 2024 | Model Y Long Range AWD-I | 308 mi | 118 | 28.6 |
| 2024 | Model Y Performance AWD | 279 mi | 105 | 32.2 |
| 2024 | Model Y RWD | 260 mi | 120 | 28.0 |
Key differences
- Range: the 2026 Model Y Long Range RWD (357 mi) edges the 2026 Model X (352 mi) on EPA's rating.
- Efficiency: in each model year 2024–2026, every Model Y variant uses less energy per mile than every Model X variant.
- Seating: Tesla lists both with seating for up to seven adults; Model X is the larger mid-size SUV.
- Performance: only Model X offers a three-motor Plaid; Model Y's quickest version is the Performance AWD.
- Availability: Model X production ended in 2026; Model Y remains in production.
Range: Model Y now matches or beats Model X
In 2024, Model X had the range edge. The dual-motor Model X was rated at 335 miles, and the best Model Y (Long Range RWD) at 320. By 2026 that had reversed. The Model Y Long Range RWD is rated at 357 miles and the Long Range AWD at 327, against 352 for the Model X and 335 for the Model X Plaid.[1][2][5][6]
Efficiency and charging cost
Model Y uses far less energy per mile. The 2026 Model Y Standard RWD on 18-inch wheels is rated at 24.3 kWh/100 mi (138 MPGe). The 2026 Model X uses 32.2 kWh/100 mi (105 MPGe). At the same electricity price, that Model Y uses about 25% less energy per mile, so it costs about 25% less to charge per mile.[5][6]
Size, seating and availability
Tesla's 10-K calls Model X a mid-size SUV and Model Y a compact SUV built on the Model 3 platform. Both have seating for up to seven adults. Model X has falcon wing rear doors. Of the two, only Model X has a three-motor Plaid version on fueleconomy.gov.
Availability is the deciding difference now. Tesla's Q2 2026 update says the Model S and Model X lines at Fremont were decommissioned, while Model Y is still built in several factories. A Model X today will usually mean remaining 2026 inventory or a used car.[7][8][9][5][6]
Frequently asked questions
Which has more range, Model X or Model Y?
For 2026 the Model Y Long Range RWD is rated at 357 miles against 352 for the Model X. In 2024 the Model X led, 335 to 320 miles.
Is Model Y more efficient than Model X?
Yes. For 2026, EPA rates Model Y at 24.3–32.0 kWh/100 mi depending on variant, against 32.2–33.7 kWh/100 mi for Model X.
Do both Model X and Model Y have seven seats?
Tesla describes both as having seating for up to seven adults.
Is the Model X still in production?
No. Tesla's Q2 2026 update says it decommissioned the Model S and Model X lines at Fremont.
Is there a Model Y Plaid?
No. fueleconomy.gov lists Plaid only for Model S and Model X. Model Y's top version is the Performance AWD, rated at 306 miles for 2026.
Sources
Figures come from the sources below, each opened when this page was built. EPA range and efficiency are from fueleconomy.gov; recalls are from the NHTSA recall dataset published on data.transportation.gov. A dash means no source we could open gave that figure.
- 2024 Tesla Model X — EPA fuel economy and range — U.S. DOE / EPA, fueleconomy.gov
- 2024 Tesla Model Y — EPA fuel economy and range — U.S. DOE / EPA, fueleconomy.gov
- 2025 Tesla Model X — EPA fuel economy and range — U.S. DOE / EPA, fueleconomy.gov
- 2025 Tesla Model Y — EPA fuel economy and range — U.S. DOE / EPA, fueleconomy.gov
- 2026 Tesla Model X — EPA fuel economy and range — U.S. DOE / EPA, fueleconomy.gov
- 2026 Tesla Model Y — EPA fuel economy and range — U.S. DOE / EPA, fueleconomy.gov
- Tesla Form 10-K for fiscal year 2025 — Tesla, Inc. via U.S. SEC EDGAR
- Tesla Form 10-K for fiscal year 2015 — Tesla, Inc. via U.S. SEC EDGAR
- Tesla Q2 2026 Update (Form 8-K, Exhibit 99.1) — Tesla, Inc. via U.S. SEC EDGAR
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