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I don't think people will come to appreciate the FWDs until they've spent some real time with the car. A big benefit for me is being able to keep the door open in the garage and walk back and forth without having to close it. A traditional door would have to be closed in order to move past it (assuming there is a wall near the side of the car). So, to load or unload "stuff" in the FWD, I just have to open it once and easily move back and forth since the door is up and out of the way. I used to hate pulling a large box out of the side of my Pilot, then try to close the door with my foot while balancing the large box so I could walk past it towards the front of the garage.
These kinds of experiences won't be valued by a one or two hour review.
Car & Driver review:
2016 Tesla Model X - Instrumented Test
It was almost exactly what I expected: criticism of the falcon-wing doors, but exceptional praise for powertrain and suspension tuning, which they describe as "genius". Other items of note: C&D found the seats comfortable and enjoyed the expanded view of the overhead windshield.
Just like the rest of us they sound totally double minded. It's phenomenal, remarkable, extraordinary, great price point, exceptional, extraordinary, amazing, astonishing, astounding, sensational, stunning, incredible, unbelievable.Fantastic piece by MotorTrend on a head to head with the Bentley Bentayga.
Just like the rest of us they sound totally double minded. It's phenomenal, remarkable, extraordinary, great price point, exceptional, extraordinary, amazing, astonishing, astounding, sensational, stunning, incredible, unbelievable.
I mean its hideous, ugly, repulsive, repellent, unsightly, over priced. So what is the true verdict?
Hmm. Killer app?And don't forget the door speakers - I love having the music play from overhead. I'm looking forward to tailgating in the fall.
That was an amazing piece. Best I have ever seen in a car report. Entertaining and correct too. What a discovery.Fantastic piece by MotorTrend on a head to head with the Bentley Bentayga.
I thought this was a very strong review.
They rate the X over the $278K Bentayga and rave over the performance and ride quality. They don't like the styling of the X, or the Bentayga or Audi Q7 for that matter. They get a kick out of some of the new tech (especially AP and the auto front doors) but wish there wasn't so much so Tesla could have introduced the X 18 months ago. Seemed balanced but overall extremely positive. Also fun to watch.
So they now have a Model X in the Oak Brook, IL store. So got to actually get in one for the first time yesterday. As an SUV I love it. Loved being able to get in the backseats so easily with the FWD. I am 6'1" and also my 5'11" 14 year old also loved how easy to get in. Now I need to say is that it is still an SUV/CUV and has the same flaws that every SUV/CUV has. It looks much larger on the outside then it is on the inside. This isnt a Model X criticism this is an SUV/CUV criticism. Why I never have had a SUV/CUV and likely never will. Sticking to our Model S and a Model 3 when they arrive. So glad when our kids were small that we had a minivan.
Fantastic piece by MotorTrend on a head to head with the Bentley Bentayga.
MotorWeek "shot" my car for 9 hours for a show that will debut July 2 on PBS and re-air on July 17 on Velocity. Currently there is a 2 minute promo for it on their site MotorWeek.org
I can't say enough how amazed I am with the vehicle. It has changed my life. I impressed upon the reviewers my thoughts on the car. They really enjoyed driving it, especially the autopilot. We'll see how the show comes out...
MotorWeek.org said:Think of all the futuristic things people have wanted to see in vehicles for years, and you would have the Tesla Model X. Falcon wing doors, autonomous driving, a huge center touchscreen, and of course the ludicrous electric power.
No! People don't want any of those. People want functional doors that don't keep hitting the ceilings and other objects. I will feel safer with a 16 year boy at the wheels. He can at least spot the trucks. They want a roof that protects their heads from the sun and lets them put their bikes and skis on top; just to name a few. I tried my Leaf's acceleration once, and my kids said "no more". FWDs are from the past, not future!
ROTFLOL! Who are these guys? Another one trying to make a name for themselves by associating with the Tesla name?