Tesla unveils radical Model X crossover
- 9 years ago
Tesla unveiled its long-awaited electric crossover Tuesday night, a gull-winged beauty that will shake up the luxury vehicle market.
Model X uses the same electric drivetrain as its hit Model S sedan, allowing similar breakneck acceleration times and about 250 miles of range per charge.
Model X "sets a new bar for automotive engineering," Musk told reporters before the vehicle was formally unveiled.
The new vehicle tests whether Tesla can compete against the likes of Mercedes-Benz, BMW and Lexus in a new space - crossovers, one of the hottest segments of the automotive market as consumer seek roomier, yet plush, vehicles.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has said he wanted to make sure the doors are just right, that they close properly and protect against all the elements.
Besides it's novel doors, Tesla is touting other features about the Model X.
For instance, it can tow 5,000 pounds.
Model X uses the same electric drivetrain as its hit Model S sedan, allowing similar breakneck acceleration times and about 250 miles of range per charge.
Model X "sets a new bar for automotive engineering," Musk told reporters before the vehicle was formally unveiled.
The new vehicle tests whether Tesla can compete against the likes of Mercedes-Benz, BMW and Lexus in a new space - crossovers, one of the hottest segments of the automotive market as consumer seek roomier, yet plush, vehicles.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has said he wanted to make sure the doors are just right, that they close properly and protect against all the elements.
Besides it's novel doors, Tesla is touting other features about the Model X.
For instance, it can tow 5,000 pounds.