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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 7 passengers |
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| Body Style | EV |
| Base Price | $74,791–$95,229 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2020 Tesla Model X is a ev that earns a Carivo score of 7.3/10 — rated Good. Its strongest dimension is Technology at 9.2/10, while Reliability at 5.5/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a capable but unexceptional ev — stronger alternatives exist if you're willing to shop the segment carefully.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. At 5.5/10 for reliability, this ev trails its segment. That doesn't rule it out, but go in with eyes open on running costs. On safety, it scores 8.5/10 in our assessment. Always confirm the official crash-test results for your exact trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Few rivals match it for performance: 8.3/10. Expect handling and power delivery that make this one of the more entertaining evs to actually drive. On technology it rates 9.2/10: a modern, well-integrated suite that compares favorably with anything at this price point.
Priced from $74,791–$95,229, 102 MPG, seating 7, the Tesla Model X sits in the luxury tier of the ev market. The value score of 6.0/10 is a red flag — comparable alternatives offer meaningfully more for the same outlay. Shop the segment before deciding. At 6 years old, resale value, parts availability, and whether a successor model has improved on its weak points are all worth investigating before committing.
Verdict: The 2020 Tesla Model X sits in the middle of the field. Until its value and reliability scores improve, stronger options exist at this price. Worth a look if it fits a specific need; otherwise use our compare tool against the segment leaders first.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2020 Tesla Model X ranks #203 of 268 evs in the Carivo database — better than 25% of the segment. Its 7.3/10 overall score is 0.3 points below the segment average of 7.6/10. Its $74,791 starting price is about 42% above the segment's median of $52,750.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full EV ranking →
Smart-money pick: the 2017 Tesla Model X scores 7.0/10 — within striking distance of the 2020's 7.3 — and starts roughly $7,500 lower. If you don't need the newest model year, that's money better spent on a higher trim or kept in your pocket.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 7.5/10 | $87,539 | Read review → |
| 2025 | 7.5/10 | $87,539 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 7.5/10 | $84,990 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 7.3/10 | $82,440 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 7.3/10 | $79,890 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 7.2/10 | $77,340 | Read review → |
| 2020 (this review) | 7.3/10 | $74,791 | |
| 2019 | 7.1/10 | $72,241 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 7.2/10 | $69,691 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 7.0/10 | $67,142 | Read review → |
| 2016 | 7.0/10 | $64,592 | Read review → |
The following recall campaigns have been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Electrical system / Adas / Autonomous/self driving / Software 27/01/2022 · 22V037000 | Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. The "rolling stop" functionality available as part of the Full Self-Driving (Beta) software may allow the vehicle to travel through… |
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| Forward collision avoidance / sensing system / camera 29/10/2021 · 21V846000 | Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S, Model 3, Model X, and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles operating software version 2021.36.5.2. A communication error may cause false forward-collision warning (FCW) or unexpected activation of the… |
| Electrical system / Software 04/02/2022 · 22V063000 | Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model S, Model X, Model Y, and 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles. The Boombox function allows sounds to be played through an external speaker while the vehicle is in motion, which may obscure the Pedestrian… |
| Electrical system / Software 12/04/2022 · 22V235000 | Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model Y, Model X, Model S, and 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles. The Boombox function allows sounds to be played through an external speaker while the vehicle is in motion, which may obscure the Pedestrian… |
| Steering / Electric power assist system 01/11/2022 · 22V818000 | Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S and Model X vehicles. The electronic power assist steering (EPAS) system may experience a loss of power steering assist when driving on rough roads or after hitting a pothole. |
Showing 5 of 10 campaigns — see the full list on NHTSA's site.
We rate the 2020 Tesla Model X's reliability 5.5/10 — below the segment average, so budget for higher maintenance. It has 10 NHTSA recall campaigns on record for this model year (details in the recalls section above — repairs are free at dealers).
10 NHTSA recall campaigns matched this model and year as of our latest check. Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
It scores 7.3/10 overall, ranking #203 of 268 evs in our database (better than 25% of the segment). Stronger-scoring alternatives exist at similar prices — use our compare tool before committing.
The 2020 Tesla Model X starts at $74,791 and ranges up to $95,229 across trims (MSRP when new). At 102 MPG, expect roughly $515/year in fuel at 15,000 miles/year.
Explore the full lineup of Tesla models scored by Carivo — ranked by overall score across reliability, safety, value, performance, and technology.