Following earlier reports about discontinuation, Tesla has emailed U.S. customers thanking them for supporting the Model S and Model X, while urging buyers to place orders as remaining inventory runs out.
The company didn’t give full details, only noting the shift will “make way for this autonomous future.” This likely points to reallocating resources toward upcoming projects like the Optimus humanoid robot and the Cybercab robotaxi, signaling a broader move beyond traditional EVs.
Tesla described the Model S and Model X as vehicles that helped kickstart the global shift to electric transportation—a claim that holds weight. When the Model S launched in 2012, it combined speed and instant torque in a way that challenged traditional performance cars and made EVs exciting to a wider audience.
The Model X followed in 2015, bringing similar performance in a larger format, along with standout features like Falcon Wing doors that showcased how EVs could push design and technology forward.
Since then, strong competitors have entered the space, including the Lucid Air and the Porsche Taycan, while larger electric SUVs like the Rivian R1S and Hyundai Ioniq 9 expanded the segment further.
Tesla hasn’t confirmed an exact production end date, but the timeline appears short. The Cybercab is expected to enter mass production soon, while the next-generation Optimus robot is planned for late 2026.
For now, the Model S starts at $94,990 and the Model X at $99,990, with the high-performance Plaid versions costing about $15,000 more—available only while current inventory lasts.