The Tesla Model X is a SUV built from 2016 to 2026. Most were assembled in the United States — 100% of those on record. Engines offered: Electric. Worth buying? It scores near the top of what we track at 4.5/5 — and the year you pick matters far more than the badge (best and worst years →).
What the Model X is
The Tesla Model X is a SUV that Tesla built from 2016 to 2026 — 11 model years. It has been offered with Electric power. Its closest siblings in the Tesla range: Model Y, Cybertruck, Model 3.
Where the Model X is built
A badge says where the company is registered; the VIN says where the car was bolted together. We counted the first three characters — the manufacturer identifier — across 126 Model Xs on record.
| Assembled in | Share | VIN starts with | Years seen |
|---|---|---|---|
| the United States | 7SA | 2022-2026 |
Check your own: the first three characters of a Tesla VIN decide which of these 1 lines your Model X belongs to. What every character in a Model X VIN means →
Got the full 17 characters? A free VIN check on a Tesla Model X adds what the decoder can't see: open recalls, theft and total-loss records, and the safety ratings for that exact build.
Tesla Model X tire size, oil type & owner specs
The fitment Model X owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.
Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.
What engines does the Tesla Model X have? Power & range
The Tesla Model X is offered with 1 powertrain — Electric. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain — 1 for the Tesla Model X, against one or two on most rivals.
| Engine | Displacement | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric | Electric motor | Single-speed | AWD | Electricity |
Horsepower, torque and fuel-tank size decode from your VIN — exact figures vary by engine and trim.
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov (engines, drivetrain, range, charge time). Horsepower & torque from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Can a Tesla Model X tow? Towing & payload
As an SUV, the Tesla Model X is built to tow and haul. The exact maximum towing capacity and payload depend on the engine, drivetrain and whether it has the factory tow package.
What sets your Model X's tow & payload rating:
- Engine — a larger or turbocharged engine tows more than the base unit.
- Drivetrain & axle — 4WD/AWD and the axle ratio shift the rating.
- Tow package — the factory towing package (hitch, wiring, transmission cooler) raises the max.
- Payload & GVWR — GVWR caps the combined load; more passengers and cargo lower how much you can tow.
Exact towing capacity, payload and GVWR are added per engine, drivetrain and trim — decode your VIN above, or check the driver's door-jamb and hitch labels. Curb weight from vehicle specifications.
The Model X by the numbers
What the federal and market records say about the Tesla Model X. Each line opens the full breakdown by year.
| Topic | Model X | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Recalls | 124 campaigns | NHTSA, all years |
| Reliability | 4.5 / 5 | Best and worst years |
| Crash safety | ★★★★★ NHTSA | Frontal, side, rollover |
| Insurance | $2,000/yr | Estimated full coverage |
| Used value | 397 listings | What it sells for now |
Frequently asked questions
What kind of car is the Tesla Model X?
The Model X is a SUV, built from 2016 to 2026. Engines offered: Electric.
Where is the Tesla Model X made?
Across 126 cars in our records the split is: the United States (100%). The first three characters of a VIN identify the plant's manufacturer and country — that is where these shares come from, not from a press release.
What is the Tesla Model X warranty?
New models carry 4 years / 50,000 miles basic cover and 8 years / 100,000–150,000 miles (battery & drive unit) on the powertrain. Worth knowing: across our complaint records the typical car reaches the halfway point of its faults at five years, so most repairs land after the basic warranty ends.
Is the Model X reliable?
It scores 4.5/5 in our data. The honest answer depends on the year far more than the model — see the best and worst years, and when this car starts to break.
How do I check a specific Model X?
This page describes the model; it cannot tell you whether that car has an open recall or a branded title. Run its VIN against the records — free, and matched to the exact production run.
More in Tesla
| Model | Years | Recalls | Best MPG | ForCar score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model Y | 2020–2026 | 100 | 138 mpg | 4.0/5 |
| Tesla Cybertruck | 2024–2026 | 16 | 82 mpg | 4.0/5 |
| Tesla Model 3 | 2017–2026 | 142 | 142 mpg | 4.0/5 |
| Tesla Roadster | 2008–2012 | 2 | — | 4.5/5 |
| Tesla Model S | 2012–2026 | 164 | 124 mpg | 4.0/5 |
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