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XAI Unveils Grok 4 and Heavy AI With Tiered Pricing, Set for Tesla Integration

Following a temporary shutdown to fix antisemitic outputs, xAI is debuting its smartest AI yet with a planned Tesla car rollout next week.

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Overview

  • xAI debuted Grok 4 as a PhD-level conversational AI and Grok 4 Heavy as a multi-agent model.
  • Standard access remains at $30 per month through a premium X subscription, while Grok 4 Heavy is priced at $300 monthly.
  • The launch follows a midweek suspension during which xAI removed antisemitic outputs and false flood-death accusations and installed new content filters.
  • Elon Musk plans to integrate Grok into Hardware 3-equipped Tesla vehicles next week, offering drivers a choice of assistant personalities.
  • Musk forecasts that Grok could discover new technologies within a year, although it is not yet capable of inventing breakthroughs.