
For 2019, the most direct rival to the Model X is the E-tron—Audi’s new fully electric SUV.
The E-tron doesn’t come close to matching the Model X on range, but it provides good performance, a very quiet ride, and a more luxurious interior than the Model X at a lower price.
Some may even prefer the more traditional look and feel of the E-tron, which was conceived to fit in with the rest of the gasoline Audi lineup.
The next closest all-electric model is the Jaguar I-Pace, although the I-Pace is a smaller vehicle that’s quite versatile but barely has room for five.
A plush interior and great handling distinguish the I-Pace, and Jaguar has built its EV to accept Tesla-style over-the-air updates.
The Porsche Cayenne and Volvo XC90 are two traditional luxury SUVs that come in hybrid versions.
The Cayenne E-Hybrid stands out for its performance pedigree, while the XC90, in T8 plug-in hybrid form, is the top-trim version of this luxurious SUV that’s distinctive inside and out.
Finally, we’re including the Tesla Model Y on this list because Tesla is already taking orders for its much more affordable SUV, which won’t actually see first deliveries until late 2020.
The Model Y forgoes the fancy rear doors but has the cleaner interior layout of the Model 3—as well as an optional seven-passenger layout.
Although the Model X will continue, the base price of the Model Y (at around $40,200) will be less than half as much as the Model X.
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The 2019 Tesla Model X is no longer the only all-electric SUV you can buy this year. It’s swift, pleasant to travel in, and relatively practical, save for its somewhat silly doors. |
The 2020 Tesla Model Y adapts the formula of the best-selling Model 3 and applies it to a more popular crossover style for a winning combination. |
The 2019 Audi E-Tron is the way for families to go fully electric in a familiar and very luxurious package. |
The 2019 Jaguar I-Pace tackles the Tesla question with a direct challenge: It's a better-looking Model X rival with a more traditional kind of prestige attached. |
The 2019 Porsche Cayenne twists performance DNA with a strand of off-road talent, and bridges the gap between “Porsche” and “SUV” perfectly. |
The 2019 Volvo XC90 is a standout effort from the Swedish brand, offering style, luxury, and practicality in a way many other luxury SUVs don’t. |
MSRP From | |||||
$81,000 | $49,990 | $74,800 | $69,500 | $65,700 | $47,700 |
Gas Mileage | |||||
Coming Soon MPG City / Coming Soon MPG Hwy | Coming Soon MPG City / Coming Soon MPG Hwy | Coming Soon MPG City / Coming Soon MPG Hwy | Coming Soon MPG City / Coming Soon MPG Hwy | 15 MPG City / 23 MPG Hwy | 19 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy |
Engine | |||||
Electric | Electric | Electric | Electric | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 |
EPA Class | |||||
Standard SUV 4WD | Small SUV 4WD | Standard SUV 4WD | Small SUV 4WD | N/A | Standard SUV 2WD |
Style Name | |||||
Standard Range AWD *Ltd Avail* | Long Range AWD | Premium Plus quattro | S AWD | AWD | T5 FWD Momentum |
Drivetrain | |||||
All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
Passenger Capacity | |||||
5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 7 |
Passenger Doors | |||||
N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Body Style | |||||
Sport Utility | Sport Utility | quattro Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility |
Transmission | |||||
Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
Detailed Spec Comparison | |||||
2019 Tesla Model X vs. 2020 Tesla Model Y | 2019 Tesla Model X vs. 2019 Audi E-Tron | 2019 Tesla Model X vs. 2019 Jaguar I-Pace | 2019 Tesla Model X vs. 2019 Porsche Cayenne | 2019 Tesla Model X vs. 2019 Volvo XC90 |