Comparison: Turning circle Tesla Model X vs. competitors 2025

Ladies and gentlemen, fasten your seatbelts as we embark on a riveting exploration of the Tesla Model X's turning circle—a feature that might not headline a brochure but can be an absolute game-changer in the tight squeeze of urban commuting. With the elegance of a ballet dancer and the precision of a surgeon, the Model X pirouettes with a turning circle of 12.40 meters. Now, while those not in the know might mutter 'So what?', seasoned drivers will appreciate that navigating a bustling cityscape or a cramped parking lot without inadvertently auditioning for the next 'Fast and Furious' movie is something to celebrate. Let's dive into the whirlpool of details surrounding the Tesla Model X's rotational prowess and see how it stands against its contemporaries and ancestors.

Tesla Model X - How has the turning circle changed over the generations?

Charting the evolution of the Model X's turning circle is akin to watching paint dry—surprisingly uniform yet subtly fascinating. From its debut in 2016 through to the latest facelift models, the turning circle has remained steadfast at 12.40 meters. Yes, you read that right. No change, no drama, just good old-fashioned consistency. It's a testament to Tesla's initial engineering prowess that they nailed the balance between vehicle size and maneuverability right out of the gate. However, if you were hoping for revolutionary shrinkage in turning diameter with subsequent facelifts, prepare to be as disappointed as finding out your blind date is actually your second cousin.
Tesla Model X generations
  • Model X, Model year 2016 (1.Generation) 12 m
  • Model X, Model year 2021 ) (Model X 1.Generation (1. Facelift) 12 m
The difference in Turning circle between first generation (1.Generation) from 2016 and last generation (Model X 1.Generation (1. Facelift)) from 2021 is 0 m.
The turning circle of the current generation of Model X is 12 m.

The turning circle compared to other Tesla models

In the eclectic lineup of Tesla's electric chariots, the Model X stands tall—or should I say, wide? With a turning circle of 12.40 meters, it doesn’t exactly twist and shout with the agility of its sleeker siblings. The Model S and Model 3, both sporting a turning circle of 11.80 meters, could easily outmaneuver our X in a cramped game of musical parking spots. Meanwhile, the Model Y, with its turning circle of 12.10 meters, shares familial traits with the X but edges it slightly in the 'can I make that U-turn?' department. One might say, in the realm of Tesla’s electric masterpieces, the Model X is more of a majestic cruise liner than a nimble speed boat.
Tesla Model X vs other current cars by Tesla
  • Model S 11 m
  • Model 3 11 m
  • Model X 12 m
  • Model Y 12 m

How does the turning circle of the Tesla Model X compare to it's nearest competitors?

Now, let's pit our electronic behemoth against the world. You'd expect that with its grand dimensions, the Model X would be outdone by the competition's agility. And you'd be correct. The KIA Stonic, a contortionist in comparison, boasts a turning circle of 10.40 meters. Even the more considerably bulked-up Skoda Kodiaq, with its 12.20-meter turning circle, threatens to give our Tesla a run (or rather, a turn) for its money. However, it's not all smooth sailing for the competition either; Audi's Q8 lumbers in with a 13.30-meter turning circle, making the Model X look positively nimble. It seems that in the automotive ballet, size—and how you use it—truly does matter. With urban environments becoming ever more cramped, the Tesla Model X's turning circle positions it surprisingly well among its peers, proving that even in the dense thicket of urban mobility, there's still room to dance.
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