Lessons from Model S to be applied to Model X

[mikevbf]

Maybe a similar thread should be posted over in the model s section.

[NigelM]

Lesson learned from Model S: give us a comprehensive owners manual, please don't leave us to figure it all out again.

[DJ Frustration]

As a parent of two kids, ages 5 and 2, the Model X needs a minimum amount of "holders" and "storage." The Model S storage is definitely an issue. That there isn't a middle back seat fold down console to hold cups on a $90k car is borderline insulting. The reality is that people need a place to insert items in a car. There are only two spots to put anything in the Model S (glove box and little hiding spot under the 17" screen). Honestly, if the X just had the fold down console on the middle seat, I'd be satisfied.

[Lyon]

As a parent of two kids, ages 5 and 2, the Model X needs a minimum amount of "holders" and "storage." The Model S storage is definitely an issue. That there isn't a middle back seat fold down console to hold cups on a $90k car is borderline insulting. The reality is that people need a place to insert items in a car. There are only two spots to put anything in the Model S (glove box and little hiding spot under the 17" screen). Honestly, if the X just had the fold down console on the middle seat, I'd be satisfied.

Wow, our kids are the same age and we have the same issue with Model S. I've always wondered why they didn't go with a fold down bit in the middle of the back.

[AustinPowers]

Wow, our kids are the same age and we have the same issue with Model S. I've always wondered why they didn't go with a fold down bit in the middle of the back.

And while we're at it, they should offer that option (fold down rear center armrest/storage/cupholder unit) that ist standard in any car that calls itself "premium" sedan, with an optional fold-out ski-bag.
I know the nominal cargo capacity of the Model S is enormous, but when you have to transport long items (like skis, poles, garden hardware and equipment), you don't stand a chance.

[brianman]

There are only two spots to put anything in the Model S (glove box and little hiding spot under the 17" screen).

Nitpicker's corner:
- frunk
- cubby on the left side (facing car) of the trunk
- footwell / covered storage in the trunk
- cupholders

[AnOutsider]

Lesson learned from Model S: give us a comprehensive owners manual, please don't leave us to figure it all out again.

Yeah, not sure why the searchable version was removed from the touch screen.

Overall, I think (hope) the X will be a much better car than the S. They have less to prove now, and Elon hasn't been running his mouth re: features/stats that end up compromising the car (like fixed headrests and no cupholders to improve the crash test ratings).

[NigelM]

....Elon hasn't been running his mouth re: features/stats that end up compromising the car (like fixed headrests and no cupholders to improve the crash test ratings).

At risk of starting yet another cupholder discussion: that really is a big mistake with the S. The front armrest ones are poorly positioned and I'm getting kinda tired of my daughter's water bottle rolling around on the rear floor. If the X is going to be a family car it needs to come with cupholders in the back, a couple (really Tesla, just a couple, please!) of places to store things like a Kindle, book, iPod etc. They should also absolutely have a usb port accessible to the rear seat passengers.

[BenTesla]

I probably won't be able to buy a Tesla for a pretty long time so maybe I'm too far removed to have the proper level of concern but I like to comment on these threads every blue moon

About the Falcon Wing doors: I honestly think (Depending on the way the final version turns out) they could make tight parking spaces easier to get into with the doors opening up instead of out. That along with it being helpful with kid loading and entering the third row, means that I like it.

About the Model X in general: IMHO I think Tesla's selling a sleek & sexy minivan alternative not an SUV. I say that because so far the selling points are really targeted toward women with young kids. Which last time I checked isn't how most companies sell a truck. If it's a minivan competitor then the roof rack issue is a lot less important (I'd think) but if it is an SUV....it's not really looking good. So far at least (I know it's early) Model X makes a lot of sense to target the segment of the cross-over market thats just buying a crossover because they don't want to have to drive a minivan. I hope that's it.....

About Storage in Model S: I really like having the pocket on the back of the passenger seat!! I know it's not fashionable but it's perfect for storage. That and the little "smuglers box" they put under the butt section passenger seat in some cars, would be great.

[JMO]

front and back up distance sound sensors
top of door handles for all passengers
hitch