Comparison: Ground clearance Tesla Model X vs. competitors 2025

In the high-stakes world of electronic chariots, the Tesla Model X stands tall—quite literally. This electric titan glides above commoners with a ground clearance that, much like a proud peacock, is not to be ignored. With an altitude of 223 mm, it towers over Tesla's domestically grown siblings, such as the ground-hugging Model 3 and the sleek Model S. This lofty sedan of the future does more than just kiss the sky; it brings driver and passengers closer to the celestial orbs, while also rolling indulgently over road imperfections that would make lesser vehicles tremble.

Tesla Model X - How has the ground clearance changed over the generations?

Through the epochs of automotive evolution, the Model X has maintained a celestial stance, with its ground clearance unchanged from the first generation (2016-2021) to the current facelifted first generation (2021-now). However, don’t be beguiled into thinking stagnation has crept into its design. What it keeps in vertical space, it compensates with a more bottomless cargo hold, stretching from an already ample 2300 liters to an even more capacious 2497 liters post facelift—a true testament to Tesla's dogged commitment to consistent elevation coupled with incremental improvement.

Tesla Model X generations
  • Model X, Model year 2016 (1.Generation)223 mm
    223
  • Model X, Model year 2021 (Model X 1.Generation (1. Facelift))223 mm
    223
The difference in Ground clearance between first generation (1.Generation) from 2016 and last generation (Model X 1.Generation (1. Facelift)) from 2021 is 0cm mm.
The ground clearance of the current generation of Model X is 223 mm.

The ground clearance compared to other Tesla models

Within the Tesla family, the Model X exudes dominance with its considerable ground-clearing prowess. When pitted against the stout stature of Model 3, seated at a mere 140 mm, or the relatively lofty Model Y's 167 mm, the Model X's 223 mm clearance is as clear as the superiority of parental genes. Let's not dismiss the Cybertruck; it climbs to dizzying heights with 433 mm clearance, but that's comparing superhumans with demigods. In electric celestial terms, the Model X is the Zeus to the Model 3's Hermes – both swift but on entirely different planes.

Tesla Model X vs other current cars by Tesla
  • Model 3 138 mm
    138
  • Model S 160 mm
    160
  • Model Y 167 mm
    167
  • Model X 223 mm
    223
  • Cybertruck 433 mm
    433

How does the ground clearance of the Tesla Model X compare to it's nearest competitors?

Against its external rivals—the eclectic ensemble of road-going metal—the Model X is a giant among many. Consider the petite Nissan Juke with its 180 mm clearance, almost pitiful by comparison, or the haughty BMW X2 with 182 mm, both seemingly cowering as the Model X sails above. Even the plush Mercedes-Benz GLB's 135 mm stands meek beneath the Tesla's mighty stature. Yet some dare to soar akin to the Model X, like the celebrated Land Rover Range Rover Velar and the rugged Jaguar F-Pace, both proudly perching at an equal 213 mm, while the aristocratic Aston Martin DBX eclipses the crowd at a stratospheric 235 mm. Behold, not forgetting the opulent Mercedes-Benz GLS and its formidable 216 mm clearance, or the stealthy ninja, the Audi Q7, with a respectable, though lesser, 205 mm. Each rival, with its varying body lengths and wheelbases, contributes to this tapestry of automotive competition, but few rival the herculean road-commanding height of Tesla's Model X.

Tesla Model X vs. similar cars
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    223
  • Voyah Free 2024213 mm
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  • volvo LogoVolvo EX90 2023212 mm
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  • bmw LogoBMW iX 2025202 mm
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  • Hongqi E-HS9 2024200 mm
    200
  • lotus LogoLotus Eletre 2023187 mm
    187
  • VinFast VF 8 2022180 mm
    180
  • mercedes-benz LogoMercedes-Benz EQS SUV 2022178 mm
    178
  • kia LogoKia EV9 2023177 mm
    177
  • audi LogoAudi e-tron 2019172 mm
    172
  • ZEEKR 7X 2025172 mm
    172
  • polestar LogoPolestar 4 2024166 mm
    166
  • nio LogoNIO EL6 2023165 mm
    165
  • fisker LogoFisker Ocean 2022165 mm
    165
  • genesis LogoGenesis GV60 2022160 mm
    160
  • kia LogoKIA EV6 2024160 mm
    160
  • nio LogoNIO EL8 2024160 mm
    160
  • nio LogoNIO EL7 2023158 mm
    158
  • byd LogoBYD Sealion 7 2024157 mm
    157
  • ds LogoDS Automobiles N°8 2025155 mm
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  • mercedes-benz LogoMercedes-Benz EQE SUV 2023154 mm
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  • ford LogoFord Mustang Mach-E 2020147 mm
    147
  • XPeng G9 2024145 mm
    145
  • Deepal S07 2025145 mm
    145
  • jaguar LogoJaguar I-Pace 2018142 mm
    142
  • hyundai LogoHyundai IONIQ 5 2024142 mm
    142

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