Tesla Model X, now a decade old, sees a $5,000 increase in price and loses $7,500 in tax credits | Carscoops

      The price hikes are implemented despite the flagship SUV undergoing no changes, aside from the introduction of free Supercharging.

      Prices for the Model X All-Wheel Drive and Model X Plaid have increased by $5,000 in the United States.

      This new starting price makes the Model X ineligible for the federal EV tax credit.

      Tesla has included free Supercharging, but it is linked to the owner's account with certain limitations.

      The Tesla Model X, which debuted back in 2015, may be considered old by automotive standards—similar to a flip phone at a tech event—but this hasn’t deterred Tesla from raising prices in both the U.S. and Canada. As is customary for Tesla, the company has not given an explanation for the price increase. The only positive aspect for U.S. customers is the addition of free Supercharging.

      In the United States, the base Model X All-Wheel Drive price has increased from $79,990 to $84,990, excluding delivery fees and taxes. Meanwhile, the starting price for the Model X Plaid has risen from $94,990 to $99,990. This $5,000 rise in the entry-level model is noteworthy because it surpasses the $80,000 threshold for federal EV tax credits, making it ineligible for the $7,500 incentive. Essentially, factoring in the lost rebate, the Model X now effectively costs $12,500 more than it did prior.

      Similarly, in Canada, the Model X All-Wheel Drive has seen an increase of CA$7,000 (approximately $4,900 at current exchange rates), bringing the new price to CA$121,990 ($85,100). The Plaid model has also risen by CA$7,000 ($4,900), now priced at CA$142,990 ($99,800).

      Free Supercharging Returns—With Conditions

      Notably, Tesla has reinstated free Supercharging for the Model X. In December, the company reintroduced free Supercharging for the Model S, likely to boost sales for the older electric sedan, which may also explain its current offering for the Model X. However, there are some conditions.

      The free Supercharging is exclusively linked to the original owner’s Tesla account, meaning it will not transfer to any subsequent buyers. Additionally, commercial use is prohibited, so if you planned to use your Model X for ridesharing, you would be out of luck.

      Moreover, as anticipated, owners remain responsible for idle and congestion fees at Supercharger stations. Tesla retains the right to revoke free Supercharging if it deems there is “excessive charging” or unpaid fees, illustrating that “free” can come with caveats.