Tesla's long-awaited budget electric vehicle, the Model Q, has arrived at a starting price of $29,990 before federal tax credits, making it the most affordable Tesla ever produced. After a week behind the wheel, here's our full review.
Performance and Range
The single-motor Model Q delivers 275 miles of EPA-rated range on a 55 kWh LFP battery pack, with 0-60 mph acceleration in 6.2 seconds — perfectly adequate for its market segment.
- DC fast charging: 10-80% in 25 minutes on Tesla Supercharger network
- Interior fits four adults comfortably with a 15-cubic-foot trunk
- Standard Autopilot included; Full Self-Driving available for $8,000 or $99/month
- 8-inch center touchscreen runs the latest Tesla OS with app ecosystem
The Verdict
After federal tax credits of $7,500, the effective price drops to $22,490, undercutting the Chevrolet Equinox EV and Nissan Ariya. Tesla has delivered a genuine mass-market electric vehicle that could accelerate EV adoption among budget-conscious buyers.
