The Tesla Model X, one of the pioneering electric SUVs, has built a strong reputation over time, and the Plaid version, featuring 1,020 horsepower from three electric motors, is known for its incredible performance, rivaling even some of the fastest supercars.<\/p>\n
In theory, a high-performance combustion engine car like the Koenigsegg Agera RS<\/a>, with its 1,360 horsepower V8 and lightweight design, would have an advantage over the much heavier electric SUV. Not to mention that it costs a\u00a0 jaw-dropping \u00a33.5 million or $4.5 million USD!<\/p>\n The Koenigsegg has a 340-horsepower edge and weighs over a ton less than the Model X Plaid, though it relies on rear-wheel drive versus the Tesla\u2019s all-wheel-drive system. However, in a series of races organized by carwow on YouTube<\/a>, the Tesla outperformed the Agera RS consistently.<\/p>\n In the first race, the Koenigsegg lost ground due to double gear shifts; in the second, it had a late start, and while the third attempt was nearly flawless, the Model X Plaid still emerged victorious. Even with a rolling start, which theoretically diminishes the Tesla\u2019s advantage, the Model X remained dominant, showcasing the relentless efficiency of electric power delivery.<\/p>\n Watch how things unfolded on the dragstrip in the video below.<\/p>\n