http://www.imotortimes.com/articles/2439/20130529/tesla-x-specs-price-range-performance-details.htm [images] Tesla Model X Specs: Price, Range, Performance, Exterior, Interior, Fast Facts [PHOTOS] By Danny Choy May 29 2013
[images http://www.imotortimes.com/data/images/full/2013/05/29/4019-tesla-model-x.jpg Tesla Model X (Photo: teslamotorsclub.com) http://www.imotortimes.com/data/images/full/2013/05/29/4020.jpg model x range http://www.imotortimes.com/data/images/full/2013/05/29/4021.jpg model x performance http://www.imotortimes.com/data/images/full/2013/05/29/4022.jpg modelxexterior http://www.imotortimes.com/data/images/full/2013/05/29/4023.jpg modelxinterior1 http://www.imotortimes.com/data/images/full/2013/05/29/4024.jpg modelxinterior2 ] A remarkable year for Tesla Motors, the electric car company's Model S electric sedan has become a major hit in the market. Thanks to the reception, Tesla posted its first quarterly profit in Q1 2013. What's more, Tesla finally repaid the Department of Energy its $465 million U.S. loan of nine years. On a roll, Tesla Motors isn't finished yet. Maintaining the Tesla Model S' momentum of success, Tesla is slated to introduce its next model, the Model X crossover, with production commencing at the second half of 2014. Here are the top 5 facts we know about the Tesla Model X crossover electric vehicle so far: The official pricing for the Tesla Model X has not been released but Tesla's 10-K document does indicate its pricing will be influenced by its powertrain options, a strategy which closely mirrors the current pricing of the Model S Sedan. Reservations for the standard Model X require a $5,000 deposit, while the Signature version requires a $40,000 deposit. Range for the Tesla Model X will be influenced by powertrain options. The Model X will feature with 60 kWh and 85 kWh battery pack options in rear-wheel-drive, dual motor all-wheel-drive, and performance with dual motor all-wheel-drive options. Given the Tesla Model S also offers 60 kWh and 85 kWh options at a range of 206 and 265 miles, respectively, the Model X is expected to deliver marginally lower figures given its added weight and greater surface area against the wind. Performance is a staple in all Tesla models. Despite its fundamentally eco-friendly powertrains, Tesla vehicle deliver serious performance as well. In the case of the Tesla Model X Performance AWD, Tesla promises a 0-to-60 acceleration of less than 5 seconds. Exterior design for the Model X follows along a similar vein to the Model S. Despite being a highly innovative and technologically advanced product, the Tesla Model X will feature a sleek and somewhat conservative exterior design. According to Tesla, the "Model X is designed to offer ultimate utility in a tight, efficient package. From every angle, Model X is as big on style as it is on function." With its short overhangs and low body height, the Model X is expected to handle as well as any car. With human design in mind, the doors on the Tesla Model X also feature a brilliant "Falcon Wings" design, which allows the doors to fully open in tight parking spaces. Interior layout in the Tesla Model X is particularly clever as the electric vehicle's battery cell array is located on the floor and is engineered to be as low as possible. A design that frees up a lot of space in the passenger cabin, the Model X is roomy enough to fit an additional row of seating for larger families. As in the Model S, an enormous center screen infotainment system dominates the dashboard. [© 2013 iMOTOR TIMES.COM] http://www.digitaltrends.com/cars/tesla-to-introduce-new-30000-compact-sedan-as-electric-car-company-expands-its-charging-network/ Tesla to introduce new $30,000 compact sedan as EV company expands its charging network By Marcus Amick — June 1, 2013 The new all-electric car will share the same underpinnings as the upcoming new Tesla X crossover vehicle due in 2014, according to a report by Reuters. For all EVLN posts use: http://electric-vehicle-discussion-list.413529.n4.nabble.com/template/NamlServlet.jtp?macro=search_page&node=413529&query=evln&sort=date Here are today's archive-only EV posts: EVLN: EV Advocate Goes the Extra Mile to Talk EVs with the President EVLN: iMiev & Outlander pih pack overheating problems addressed EVLN: AZ roadtax bill hits electric and hybrid vehicle owners EVLN: Damn. That Car's Electric + EVLN: Poor Paris air quality is why customer bought 10,000th Leaf EV {brucedp.150m.com} -- View this message in context: http://electric-vehicle-discussion-list.413529.n4.nabble.com/EVLN-Tesla-Model-X-Specs-Fast-Facts-tp4663438.html Sent from the Electric Vehicle Discussion List mailing list archive at Nabble.com. _______________________________________________ UNSUBSCRIBE: http://www.evdl.org/help/index.html#usub http://lists.evdl.org/listinfo.cgi/ev-evdl.org For EV drag racing discussion, please use NEDRA (http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEDRA)
