2023 Model X Plaid vs. Long Range

[skytom88]

I'm waiting on the sidelines for a Model X as Tesla keeps on dropping prices, even as of today, 4/7. ($5K drop for both Model X Plaid and Long Range)
If I'm going to get a 6 seater anyways, the price difference between LR and Plaid is $3,500.

Is it worth getting the Plaid? I'm curious if tires don't last as long in Plaid vs. LR (I would be going with 20" wheels).
I thought about getting the Plaid to get the 3rd motor, slightly better brakes, and carbon fiber trims but could live without it.

Any recommendations?

 

[Tessellation]

For a mere $3500, I think the Plaid upgrades are totally worth it...though I do wish the Plaid included some exterior enhancements (bodywork etc) befitting its performance.

 

[balefire]

The loss of folding rear seats is the biggest reason against plaid.
I have an old ludicrous with similar captain chairs as the plaid and more times than I can remember wish I had folding seats.

 

[Propofoln]

The loss of folding rear seats is the biggest reason against plaid.
I have an old ludicrous with similar captain chairs as the plaid and more times than I can remember wish I had folding seats.

The captains chairs don’t fold halfway down, like to lay bikes in

 

[doofoo]

If you want the 6 seater, go ahead and upgrade IMO. As mentioned above - I have a Plaid X and I already find myself using my MYP to transport strange shaped items as I cannot fold the 2nd row. Most of the time though the X wins because of the amount of space overall.

 

[Kan-O-Z]

To add to this how important is insane amount of speed of the Plaid.

The LR is still the fastest X to date from 50mph+ ! As I said in another thread it's as fast as a Lamborghini Urus, maybe even a bit faster!

They just software limited the 0-60 a bit which is the only slight downside. But hit the pedal above 30mph in Insane mode and it will launch hard.

 

[Kan-O-Z]

The captains chairs don’t fold halfway down, like to lay bikes in

Maybe ok for bikes but really not as useful as fold flat. Anyone with dogs wont find the 6 seater great. Bench seat is good for most dogs (if you're going to use a seatbelt). We also like to put our dog crates in there which needs true fold flat as the crates are tall and need to go all the way forward.

 

[Vitaman]

I went back and forth about losing the folding seats.
Finally in the interest of getting my X in 18 months vs 24?....30? and for no additional charge I went with the 6.
There have been a few times I have missed the fold function but I actually like the smaller space with the 3rd row up to snug in groceries.

 

[houstonian]

...If I'm going to get a 6 seater anyways...Any recommendations?

You may want to check out this thread: Is Tesla trying to get minimize sales of X Long Range?

Seeing as how you're committed to the 6 seater, the real choices seem to be Plaid or Long Range - and if Plaid - 20" vs 22" wheels.

Have a Long Range X myself as the functionality of the foldable seats is a big deal for me (see my post in the linked thread above for the details) but would suggest you review the pros/cons of the 20/22" wheels as well.

In general, the 20" wheels will be cheaper (that is the tires will be cheaper to replace and presumably last longer) than the 22" and range will be better with the 20" over the 22". The 22" will offer better performance but a harsher ride.

Hope that helps.

 

[WonKim]

I would prefer X Long Range if only I had no wife and children )))

 

[SpicyPaneer]

I’d get the plaid for the minimal difference stick to the 20’s and get aftermarket wheels if needed. $5500 for those heaven cinderblock wheels is not worth the money in my opinion. 20 inch tires will be cheaper to purchase than the 22 inch tires too (limited sizes).

 

[SpicyPaneer]

I would prefer X Long Range if only I had no wife and children )))

Why difference would it make? I was told to get the plaid if I want and I have a wife and kid.

 

[SpicyPaneer]

I'm waiting on the sidelines for a Model X as Tesla keeps on dropping prices, even as of today, 4/7. ($5K drop for both Model X Plaid and Long Range)
If I'm going to get a 6 seater anyways, the price difference between LR and Plaid is $3,500.

Is it worth getting the Plaid? I'm curious if tires don't last as long in Plaid vs. LR (I would be going with 20" wheels).
I thought about getting the Plaid to get the 3rd motor, slightly better brakes, and carbon fiber trims but could live without it.

Any recommendations?

Tires last based on how you drive and maintenance of your tires such as proper inflation.