Tesla's luxury SUV costs about $17.10 to charge at home.
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The Tesla Model X Long Range is the big, fast, falcon-winged flagship of the Tesla range. Its 95 kWh usable battery delivers an EPA-estimated 335 miles, and a full home charge at the US average electricity rate costs about $17.10 — about 6 cents per mile. That is remarkably cheap for a three-row luxury SUV that seats up to seven people and accelerates like a sports car. The Model X proves that going electric does not have to mean giving up space, speed or luxury.
The Model X is the only electric SUV in this group with falcon-wing doors and a genuine three-row cabin, and it remains one of the quickest SUVs of any kind on the road. But for charging costs, what matters is the efficiency: at 102 MPGe combined it is the most efficient large electric SUV you can buy, beating the Rivian R1S and Kia EV9 by a clear margin. It charges at the full 250 kW Supercharger rate, so even its large battery refills quickly. Starting from about $79,990, it is a luxury purchase — but its fuel bill is smaller than a compact gas car's.
| Specification | Tesla Model X Long Range AWD |
|---|---|
| Battery (usable) | 95 kWh (usable, est.) |
| EPA-estimated range | 335 miles |
| Efficiency | 3.03 miles per kWh (102 MPGe (EPA)) |
| 10–80% DC fast charge | ~31 minutes |
| Max DC fast-charge power | 250 kW |
| Charge port | NACS |
| Starting MSRP | From $79,990 (approx. — verify with dealer) |
Efficiency is the number that matters most for your wallet. At 3.03 miles per kWh, every kilowatt-hour of electricity takes you 3.03 miles. A more efficient car needs fewer kilowatt-hours for the same trip, so it costs less to charge even with the same battery size.
The table below uses the US average home rate of $0.18 per kWh (EIA, August 2026) and the national public fast-charging average of $0.48 per kWh (estimate). The "mixed" column assumes 80% home charging and 20% public charging, which matches how most owners actually charge.
| Annual mileage | Home only | Public only | Mixed (80/20) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8,000 miles | $475.25 | $1,267.33 | $633.66 |
| 12,000 miles | $712.87 | $1,900.99 | $950.50 |
| 15,000 miles | $891.09 | $2,376.24 | $1,188.12 |
At home the Model X is cheap to run for its size. The 11.5 kW onboard charger adds about 34 miles of range per hour on a Level 2 wall connector, and a full charge takes roughly 8 to 9 hours overnight. Driving 1,000 miles a month at the US average home rate of $0.18 per kWh costs about $59; in Washington ($0.146) that is about $48, in Texas ($0.159) about $52, and in Florida ($0.150) about $50. In California ($0.298) the same month costs roughly $98. Compare that with a gas BMW X5, which would burn about $164 of fuel for the same 1,000 miles — the Model X saves roughly $100 a month even in expensive California, and more everywhere else.
On the road the Model X uses the Supercharger network at up to 250 kW, going from 10% to 80% in about 31 minutes. That is slower than a Model 3 or Model Y because the battery is much bigger, but it still adds about 175 miles in 15 minutes at peak power. Tesla owners typically pay $0.25 to $0.45 per kWh at Superchargers, putting a full charge at roughly $24 to $43. At a non-Tesla fast charger the national average is about $0.48 per kWh, or around $46 for a full charge. The Model X's size means public charging bills are the largest in this group — another reason its owners charge at home whenever possible.
The BMW X5 is the natural gas rival, at about 25 mpg combined and a similar luxury price. Over 60,000 miles in five years the X5 burns 2,400 gallons, costing about $9,840 at $4.10 a gallon. The Model X uses about 19,800 kWh for the same distance, costing roughly $4,750 on a typical 80% home / 20% public mix. The five-year fuel saving is about $5,090 — the largest dollar saving of any car on this site, because the gas rival is so thirsty. Add in the Model X's minimal maintenance and the case for electric luxury becomes very strong, even before any tax incentives.
| 5 years / 60,000 miles | Tesla Model X | BMW X5 (gas) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy used | 19,802 kWh | 2,400 gallons |
| Fuel cost (5 years) | $4,752.48 | $9,840.00 |
| You save with the Tesla Model X | $5,087.52 over 5 years | |
EV figure uses a typical 80% home / 20% public mix at the US average home rate ($0.18/kWh) and the $0.48/kWh public average. Gas figure uses 25 mpg combined and $4.10 per gallon (AAA, November 2026). Fuel costs only — purchase price, insurance and maintenance are not included.
Electricity prices vary enormously by state. The table below shows what a full 0–100% home charge of the Tesla Model X costs in the ten biggest EV states, at each state's average residential rate (EIA, August 2026).
| State | Rate ($/kWh) | Full home charge |
|---|---|---|
| California | $0.297 | $28.26 |
| Texas | $0.159 | $15.11 |
| Florida | $0.150 | $14.24 |
| Washington | $0.146 | $13.90 |
| New York | $0.286 | $27.22 |
| Arizona | $0.150 | $14.30 |
| Colorado | $0.172 | $16.31 |
| Oregon | $0.159 | $15.12 |
| New Jersey | $0.246 | $23.38 |
| Georgia | $0.159 | $15.11 |
| US average | $0.180 | $17.10 |
A full 0–100% home charge of the Tesla Model X Long Range AWD costs about $17.10 at the US average residential rate of $0.18 per kWh (EIA, August 2026). At a public DC fast charger, the same charge costs about $45.60 at the national average of $0.48 per kWh.
About $0.059 per mile on home charging alone, or about $0.079 per mile on a typical mix of 80% home and 20% public charging. Driving 1,000 miles a month costs about $79.21 on that mix, or about $950.50 a year for 12,000 miles.
On a DC fast charger, the Tesla Model X goes from 10% to 80% in ~31 minutes at up to 250 kW. At home on a Level 2 charger, a full charge takes roughly 7 to 10 hours overnight, depending on your charger's power.
Yes — for almost every EV owner. Home electricity averages about $0.18 per kWh in the US, while public fast charging averages about $0.48 per kWh. A home Level 2 charger typically costs $500 to $1,500 installed (before any utility rebates), and most owners recover that cost in one to two years of fuel savings.
Among large EV states, Washington is cheapest at about $0.146 per kWh, followed by Florida at $0.150 and Texas at $0.159. California is the most expensive large state at about $0.298 per kWh. Your state can change your monthly charging bill by $40 or more.
Driving 1,000 miles a month, a Model X costs about $59 a month on home charging at the US average rate of $0.18 per kWh. In Washington that falls to about $48, and in California it rises to about $98. If you charged only at public fast chargers, the same driving would cost about $158 a month — which is why home charging matters so much for a large-battery SUV like the Model X.
Estimates only. Battery capacity is usable capacity (usable, est.); Tesla does not publish usable capacity, so Tesla figures are widely reported estimates. Electricity rates are statewide averages from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (August 2026); your utility, rate plan, time of use, taxes and fees will change your actual bill. Public charging at $0.48/kWh is a national average estimate. EPA range and efficiency are estimates for the Long Range AWD trim; real-world figures vary with speed, temperature, terrain and driving style. MSRP is approximate — verify with the dealer. Rates updated November 2026. Not financial advice.