As we’ve learned from a recent X announcement, Tesla is pivoting its focus to “shifts to an autonomous future”, a move that includes Tesla discontinuing Model S and Model X production.

Production of the Model S and Model X will wind down in Q2 2025, while the space at the Fremont plant in California will be utilized for autonomous Optimus robot production.

The primary reason behind the decision appears to be weak demand. The Model S was launched in 2012, while the Model X followed in 2015.

Sales peaked in 2017, when the duo noted 101,417 deliveries globally. The year 2018 was also great, with 99,451 units delivered. However, from then on, the Model S and Model X noted a significant decrease in sales, only partially compensated by limited updates and the return of the Free Lifetime Supercharging package.

Growing competition would require Tesla to invest in the product, but the company wasn’t willing to do so, most likely due to an insufficient expected return on such an investment.

In recent years, Model S and Model X accounted for only a fraction of Tesla’s sales volume and revenue. The focus is on high-volume Model 3 and Model Y, and other areas of the business (autonomous driving, robots, and battery energy storage).

As we shift to an autonomous future, Model S & X production will wind down next quarter.

If you’d like to own one of them, now’s a good time to place your order.

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— Tesla (@Tesla) January 29, 2026

Production will end in a few months, so this is the final opportunity to purchase a new Model S or Model X. Let’s review the current offer.

Tesla Model X (Image credit: Tesla)

2026 Tesla Model S and Model X

Battery and Range

Both the Tesla Model S and Tesla Model X are available in two main versions: a dual-motor all-wheel drive (AWD) and a tri-motor Plaid.

Tesla does not report the battery capacity, but the battery stores roughly 100 kWh of energy. The system voltage is lower than 500 V.

The 2026 Tesla Model S has an EPA Combined range of up to 410 miles, while the 2026 Tesla Model X can go up to 352 miles on a single charge. The range decreases when a larger wheel option is selected or when switching to the performance-oriented Plaid versions.

2026 Tesla Model S and 2026 Tesla Model X: EPA range. (Image credit: State Of Charge)

Energy Consumption

The EPA energy consumption rating for the 2026 Tesla Model S is up to 124 MPGe or 272 Wh/mile (3.7 miles per kWh), including charging losses. The 2026 Tesla Model X consumes noticeably more energy at 105 MPGe or 321 Wh/mile (3.1 miles per kWh).

2026 Tesla Model S and 2026 Tesla Model X: EPA energy consumption. (Image credit: State Of Charge)

Charging

The 2026 Tesla Model S and Model X, like all Tesla EVs, feature a NACS charging port for AC and DC fast-charging.

It’s worth noting that the Model S was the car for which Tesla launched its Supercharging network, with a few initial stations, in 2012. High charging power and the availability of Tesla Superchargers made the Model S and Model X kings of DC fast charging, range replenishing, and long-distance travel.

The current peak power output is roughly 250 kW. According to the manufacturer, the base version of the Model S can replenish up to 205 miles of range in 15 minutes, which equates to an average of 13.7 miles/minute.

The base Model X can replenish up to 179 miles of range in 15 minutes at an average of 11.9 miles/minute.

These numbers were outstanding in the past and remain very good today, as few models can replenish their range as quickly.

2026 Tesla Model S and 2026 Tesla Model X: Range replenishment rate during DC fast charging. (Image credit: State Of Charge)

Evidence of the Model S/Model X’s high range replenishment rate was seen in the recent Eastern Edge extreme EV race, where a Tesla Model X posted the third-best result, only behind two Lucid Gravity GT cars.

With the Luxe Package included as standard, both the Model S and Model X can recharge for free at the entire Supercharging network.

Pricing

The 2026 Tesla Model S starts at an MSRP of $94,990 ($96,630 including obligatory fees). The Plaid costs $15,000 more.

The 2026 Tesla Model X starts at $101,630 (including obligatory fees), and the Plaid is also $15,000 more expensive.

2026 Tesla Model S and 2026 Tesla Model X: Prices and EPA range. (Image credit: State Of Charge)