Tesla Model 3 vs Tesla Model X (2026)
Price gap, MSRP
$78,000
- Model 3: $78,000 cheaper, 1.6 in more front legroom.
- Model X: 31 mi more range, 399 hp more.
- Model X wins 6 of 10 measures.
| Measure | Model 3 | Model X | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $36,990 | $114,990 | Model 3 |
| Horsepower | 271 hp | 670 hp | Model X |
| Torque | 310 lb-ft | 1,050 lb-ft | Model X |
| MPGe | 137 MPGe to 139 MPGe | 105 MPGe | N/A |
| EV range | 321 mi | 352 mi | Model X |
| Cargo, max | N/A | 91.6 cu ft | N/A |
| Cargo, seats up | 21.0 cu ft | 37.1 cu ft | Model X |
| Rear legroom | 34.5 in | 38.7 in | Model X |
| Front legroom | 42.7 in | 41.1 in | Model 3 |
| Length | 185.8 in | 198.3 in | Not scored |
| Width | 72.8 in | 78.7 in | Not scored |
| Curb weight | 3,759 lb | 5,152 lb to 5,269 lb | N/A |
| Towing | N/A | 5,000 lb | N/A |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | About the same |
| Ground clearance | 5.5 in | 5.4 in to 6.6 in | N/A |
| 0-60 mph | 5.5 s estimate | 3.8 s tested | Model X |
| Basic warranty | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | About the same |
Not scored: length, width, curb weight. N/A rows are not counted.
Nearest trims by price
| Trim | Nearest in price | Gap |
|---|---|---|
| Model 3 RWD $36,990 | Model X AWD $114,990 | $78,000 |
| Model X AWD $114,990 | Model 3 Performance AWD $54,990 | $60,000 |
Cost to run
No total: a price or rating is missing.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Electricity 17 cents per kWh.
| Cost | Model 3 | Model X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $36,990 | $114,990 |
| Fuel or charging, 1 year | N/A | $655 |
| Fuel or charging, 6 years | N/A | $3,929 |
| Total, 6 years | N/A | $118,919 |
Charging cost estimated from MPGe.
Which is better for me?
Weight each group from 0 to 10. MPG uses fuel or charging cost.
Equal weights: Model 3 wins.
Model X wins if Price weight is 4 or less.
| Group | Ahead | By |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Model 3 | 68% |
| MPG | N/A | |
| Power | Model X | 60% |
| Space | N/A | |
| Towing | N/A |
Other years
What this cannot tell you
Your price and mpg will differ.
Reliability and safety are not included.
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