Tesla Model X Long Range, Plus, Performance and Ludicrous EV charger: which one fits best?
The Tesla Model X Long Range, Long Range Plus, Performance and Ludicrous charge at up to 16.5 kW AC. That is unusual, because most electric cars stop at 11 kW.
This page covers the Model X built from March 2019 to January 2021. The 2021 facelift carries the Long Range name as well, but that car charges at 11 kW. That is more than most electric cars manage, since they stop at 11 kW. So a 22 kW charger really does add speed here. You will find every model in our overview of Tesla EV chargers.
For the Tesla Model X Long Range, Plus, Performance and Ludicrous we recommend a charger from our 22 kW EV chargers. That route needs a three-phase 32 A supply in your meter cupboard: three live wires instead of one.
Charging specifications of the Tesla Model X Long Range, Plus, Performance and Ludicrous
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Battery capacity | 100 kWh gross (about 95–98 kWh usable) |
| Max. AC charging power (home) | 16.5 kW (three-phase, 24 A per phase; 2019–2021 models) |
| Range (WLTP) | 487–561 km, depending on the version |
| Charging time with a 16.5 kW EV charger | about 7 hours (including charging losses) |
| Charging connector | Type 2 |
| DC fast charging | up to about 200 kW at a Tesla Supercharger |
Which EV charger suits the Tesla Model X Long Range, Plus, Performance and Ludicrous?
This Model X generation has a 16.5 kW onboard charger and draws 24 A per phase. An 11 kW charger supplies 3x16 A, so it holds the car at 11 kW. That is a limit of the charger, not of the car. A 22 kW charger supplies 3x32 A, so the car takes its full 16.5 kW. For that you need a three-phase 32 A supply at home.
At 22 kW a built in MID meter is common in our range. A MID meter is a calibrated kWh meter inside the charger. It measures the electricity you charge at home separately from your household use. So you know exactly what charging costs you. Our EV chargers with a MID meter show which models have one built in.
Two more features are worth weighing up when you pick a home charger for a Model X. With app control you start, stop and follow a session from your phone. Dynamic load balancing measures what the rest of your house uses. It then lowers the charging power when the supply gets busy. A 100 kWh battery at 22 kW pulls hard on your supply for hours. That protection earns its place.
Browse all 22 kW EV chargers in our range, all of which need a three-phase 32 A supply. The 11 kW EV chargers are the calmer option, but they cap this car at 11 kW. If three-phase power is not an option for you, our EV home charger range also covers single-phase models.
How long does the Tesla Model X Long Range take to charge?
The Model X of these years has a 100 kWh gross battery, of which roughly 95 to 98 kWh is usable. On a 22 kW charger the car uses its full 16.5 kW. An empty battery is then full in about 7 hours, charging losses included. On an 11 kW charger that stretches to more than 10 hours. On the road a Tesla Supercharger delivers direct current at up to about 200 kW.
Other versions of the Tesla Model X
Wallbox Discounter also covers the other versions of the Tesla Model X:
- Tesla Model X Standard
- Tesla Model X 60D
- Tesla Model X 75D
- Tesla Model X 90D - charges at 11 kW as standard
- Tesla Model X 100D
- Tesla Model X P90D
- Tesla Model X P100D
Frequently asked questions
Does the Tesla Model X Long Range really benefit from a 22 kW EV charger?
Yes. The Model X built from March 2019 to January 2021 charges at 16.5 kW AC, more than the usual 11 kW. A 22 kW charger delivers that higher power, provided you have a three-phase 32 A supply. An 11 kW charger holds the car at 11 kW.
Why does a MID meter matter on a Tesla Model X charger?
A built in MID meter records your charging accurately. It keeps the electricity you charge at home apart from the rest of your household use. So you can see what every session actually costs. On a 100 kWh battery those sessions add up fast.
Which charger type does the Tesla Model X use?
The Model X uses a Type 2 connector. With a socketed charger you need a separate Type 2 charging cable. Have a qualified electrician make the connection, following the rules that apply where you live. We arrange installation in the Netherlands, Flemish Belgium and Germany.