Tesla model X

The Tesla Model X is a full-size crossover SUV made by Tesla Motors. The prototype was unveiled at Tesla’s design studios in Los Angeles on February 9, 2012.^[4] The Model X was developed from the full-size sedan platform of the Tesla Model S; both are being produced at theTesla Factory in Fremont, California. First deliveries of the Model X began in September 2015

Design

A series production vehicle was unveiled on September 29, 2015. It has a panoramic windshield. According to Tesla founder Elon Musk, it is the safest SUV in terms of frontal and side impact crash, being more than twice as safe as the next closest SUV in rollover tests as well. Standard radar-based AEB and ultrasonic-based side collision avoidance system to steer occupants away from a side collision. Tesla developed an ultrasonic sensor that can see through metal to keep falcon doors from hitting nearby objects when opening or closing. Musk claims the car features the first true HEPA filter in a car, with medical grade cabin air cleanliness comparable to that of a hospital operating room. When the car operates at maximum capability (enabled with a "Bioweapon Defense Mode" button), Tesla claims that no viruses, bacteria or spores can be detected in the cabin.^[14]

The Model X features double hinged falcon doors, which open upwards allowing the leading edge of the door to remain tucked close to the body, unlike traditional gullwing doors. Tesla claims the falcon-wing doors make access easier. The Model X offers room for seven adults and their luggage in three rows of seating and front and rear trunks

The Model X will weigh about 8% more than the Model S and share about 30% of its parts content – down from around 60% expected when development began.

The Model X has a choice of two lithium-ion battery packs, rated at either 70 or 90 kW·h – the same choices available on the Model S^[4] – and the highest performance version of the model P90D goes from0 to 60 mph (0 to 97 km/h) in 3.2 seconds, outperforming the fastest SUVs and many sports cars as well.^[16][17] The Model X's all-wheel drive system uses two motors (one for the front and the other for the rear wheels), unlike conventional AWD systems that have a single source of power.^[16] The Tesla Model X features an official EPA rated 250–257 mi (402–414 km) (P90D and standard 90D) range,^[3] which according to valuewalk.com translates to approximately 310 mi (500 km) range on the European NEDC testing cycle.^[18]

The company planned to offer rear-wheel drive models, but instead all models incorporate all wheel drive. The standard AWD has 259 horsepower (193 kilowatts) on both the front and rear motors, while the performance edition has 259 hp (193 kW) front and 503 hp (375 kW) rear.^[19][20] With an optionaltowbar, the Model X has a towing capacity of up to 5,000 pounds (2,300 kg)