Tesla Model X
| Production | Expected 2014 |
|---|---|
| Assembly | Tesla Factory, California |
| Class | crossover SUV |
| Transmission | Single-speed transaxle gearbox |
| Wheelbase | 116.5 in (2,959 mm) |
| Designer | Franz Von Holzhausen[1] |
The Tesla Model X is a full-sized battery electric crossover sport utility vehicle being designed by Tesla Motors. Current plans are for production to start by the end of 2013 and deliveries to commence in 2014.[2] The prototype was unveiled at Tesla’s design studios in Los Angeles on February 9th, 2012[3] and subsequently shown at the March 2012 Geneva Motor Show.
The Model X is being developed from the full-size sedan platform of the Tesla Model S, and will be produced alongside it at the Tesla Factory in Fremont, California. It is expected to qualify for the US$7,500 U.S. federal tax credit and other incentives available at the state level.
Specifications
The concept Model X weighs about 10% more than the Model S and shares about 60% of its content. Tesla expects the Model X to be offered with a choice of two battery packs, rated at 60 and 85 kW·h, and able to go 0 to 60 mph (0 to 97 km/h) in about 4.4 seconds.[3] While the Model S is rear-wheel drive, the Model X will also be available in four-wheel drive (AWD) versions.
The Model X has falcon-wing doors for rear passengers and they open upward the leading edge of the door to remain tucked closely to the car. The Model X was designed to offer room for seven adults in three rows of seats and their luggage. For this purpose the electric SUV has two trunks, one in the rear and another under up front, located in the space where the engine would normally be found.[3]
References
- ^ "2014 Tesla Model X - First Look". Road and Track. http://www.roadandtrack.com/future-cars/first/2014-tesla-model-x. Retrieved 14 March 2012.
- ^ "Geneva show: Tesla Model X". Autocar. http://www.autocar.co.uk/www.autocar.co.uk/News/NewsArticle/AllCars/261282/. Retrieved 14 March 2012.
- ^ a b c Jerry Garrett (2012-02-09). "Tesla Unveils Model X at Its Southern California Design Studios". The New York Times. http://wheels.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/02/09/tesla-unveils-model-x-at-its-design-studios/. Retrieved 2012-02-10.
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