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Steve Siler
|Car and Driver
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Overview
The 2019 Tesla Model X might be the greenest—and one of the fastest—way to tote up to seven people over hill and dale. As the crossover cousin to the brand's iconic Model S sedan, the X is actually practical, with all-wheel drive, a high-tech cabin with room for up to seven, and striking but fussy Falcon Wing doors.
Powertrain, Charging, and Performance
Tesla revamped the 2019 Model X lineup, dropping the familiar 75D, 100D, and P100D models in favor of a simplified structure. The Model X comes equipped with a battery large enough to cover a claimed 325-mile driving range. A high-performance variant is also offered which comes with a 289-mile range and a claimed zero-to-60-mph time of 3.5 seconds. Not quick enough for you? For $15,000 more, Tesla will unlock the Model X's Ludicrous Mode which lowers the acceleration time to an incredible 2.8 seconds. Handling is respectable but the Model X's party piece is really the strong acceleration generated by its electric motors. Recharging is quick via one of Tesla's Superchargers, which are located across the country. Charging at home via a 240V or 120V connection will be slower, but may be more convenient for owners, so Tesla offers in-home charging equipment for purchase.
Interior and Technology
A stark and nearly buttonless interior design is classic Tesla. A huge touchscreen infotainment system dominates the dashboard and faux leather wraps everything from the seats to the door panels. The Model X's unique windshield/glass roof runs seamlessly from the base of the hood up over the front-seat passengers for a nearly uninterrupted view of what's ahead and what's above. Despite these whiz-bang features, the Model X's cabin leaves us wanting, especially considering its price can easily break the six-figure barrier, with non-descript air vents, misaligned panels, and flat-backed seats that don't offer enough adjustments. Most buyers are looking more for tech features than luxury, though, and the Model X can be optioned with the feature that is possibly the most buzzworthy: Autopilot. Tesla's semi-autonomous driving mode uses several cameras, multiple sensors, and radars to detect objects, people, and other vehicles and uses them to steer the Model X down the road under its own power. The Model X also offers a Summon feature that allows the user to park or retrieve the SUV from tight spots while standing outside—a feature that seems gimmicky but proved necessary thanks to the silly top-hinged doors.
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