Tesla Model X Eyes-on: Can It Just Be Here Already?

      Tesla’s Model X is arguably one of the more anticipated car releases of the past decade. The automaker has become a darling in the electric vehicle industry, gaining a cult following that grows bigger every day. And the Model X is atop that glorious pile of zero emissions glory. It’s just too bad the damn thing’s release keeps getting pushed back.
Set to come out sometime in early 2016, the Model X promises to achieve the experience and quality of the Model S into the form factor of an SUV. It sports some really awesome falcon wing doors, which not only look amazing, but are designed to be functional, even in the narrowest of parking spots. Tesla says the elegance of the design allows you to “step” into a Model X, not climb... 

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Tesla Model X : The SUV that wants to compete the Porsche Cayenne

On the 9 of february 2012 Tesla Motors introduced the Model X to the public for marketing

Design and interior

     The Tesla Model X is an SUV that is based on the existing platform of the Model S, which also shares a part of the design. The manufacturer positioned the car "between the minivan and the SUV" and the car is equipped with rear doors "Falcon wings", which open up while retreating to not take up too much space on the sides upon opening.

 The car can carry 7 passengers and their luggage, with obviously a large space on board. 

The price of the Model X

      The price of a Tesla corresponds to tariffs for luxury cars. As proof, the future 2013 Tesla Model X will start at 57,400$ (52 000€ and £ 38,000) for up to $ 100 000 (90 000€ and £67,000) while the autonomy will be reduced by about 10% compared to the sedan as the SUV is heavier.  

Motorization of the SUV 

      Model X will be delivered with a rear electric motor developing the equivalent of 300 hp, but a front electric motor 150 hp will be an option to make the four-wheel drive. This will be one of the first electric cars 4 × 4! Nonetheless, this model will benefit from the 85 kWh Performance version with two electric motors. Like the Model S P85D, this will allow it to reach the threshold of 700 horsepower.  

So far, the Model X included only 60 kWh battery 85 kWh. This version equipped with 85 kWh Performance AWD is a twin engine with a front engine developing 224 hp and a strong rear engine of 476 hp. The combined power of 700 hp gives rise to an autonomy of 442 km on the Model S P85D. For the Model X, in theory, this gives 240 miles or 380 km of autonomy because of its higher weight and depending on the battery pack chosen. 
 

According to the latest relayed news, the SUV will offer surprising innovations which the manufacturer still keeps the secret. Originally scheduled for the end of 2013, the launch of the Model X was postponed several times but Tesla announced that its future SUV Model will be delivered at the beginning of 2016 with early pre-orders delivered in September 2015.  After the launch of the SUV, Tesla will accelerate in another highly anticipated new, the famous entry-level sedan named Tesla Model III.                                                                  

So, are you convinced by this model ?If so, you can start to order the Model X Here ! And to see the presentation video click Here.

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TESLA P85D: The electric fighter air craft

The concept

     The design of an electric car, even a high-end, is disconcerting simplicity. In the case of the Model S, is mainly based on a robust aluminum chassis, an electric motor positioned between the rear wheels and a huge pack of lithium-ion batteries integrated into the floor. The Model S has been available so far in a couple of guises: the regular 85, with 376bhp and an autonomy of 310 miles, and the more modest 60, which has a smaller battery and a reduced range of 240 miles. The P85D is something else altogether. Instead of a single electric motor driving the rear wheels, it gets one on each axle to run in four-wheel drive - and the upgrades don't stop there.

“To upgrade to four-wheel drive, it's not complicated. Simply receiving a second motor on the front axle. With the P85D Tesla offers a car with incredible performance”

The top model P85D comes compete with Ferrari 458 Italia, Audi RS7 or Porsche 911 Turbo, with an electric motor on the back axle powers the rear wheels of 464bhp (475ch) assisted by a 218bhp (225ch) smaller electric motor on the front axle to drive the front wheels, a total of 682bhp (700ch). The resulting performance figures are pretty staggering. This model offers speeds up to 155mph (249 km / h) with acceleration if you activate the “insane mode” from 0 to 60mph in 3.2sec. (0 to 100 km / h in 3.2 seconds!) 

It makes the P85D four-wheel drive and capable of traveling on all road conditions including snow and ice – just like an Audi RS6. Tesla’s system can adjust the torque between all four wheels 100 times per second thanks to its electric powertrain, giving superb levels of grip. 

Interior: Deutsch qualitat?

     No transmission shaft, so no tunnel passing through the cabin. Despite a guard at a fair bit to the rear roof, it’s very convenient to travel with five adults. No engine under the hood, so additional space for luggage, in case the 750 liters of the trunk would not be enough. By folding down the seat, you can even load up nearly 1 800 liters. Or, on the contrary, carry up to seven passengers thanks to the two child seats facing the rear that can be installed in the boot (turning the P85D into a seven-seater, option at £2,100 or 2 500 €). To be clear, electric rhymes perfectly with family. 

The finish on materials is of a remarkably high standard compared with any other American car. The presentation is neat, based on simple shapes, quality materials and quality finish, which, if not quite to the level of German premium, is not less quite flattering. 


What immediately attracts attention is the complete lack of buttons on the dashboard and the huge 17-inch color screen that sits as a central console. That screen acts very much as the ‘heart’ of the car as it controls all functions with impressive ease. Functions as air conditioning, opening sunroof, radio, GPS for Google Maps, the Internet, and the recovery of braking energy or different chassis settings. 


The most interesting option is the Tech package for £3,500 which allows managing Auto Pilot, the autonomous driving system, through cameras, radar and ultrasonic sensors, it aims to create a real security bubble around the car. Other aids exist, such as adaptive cruise control, collision avoidance braking or retention in the queue, will soon be added other features, such as parking or exit driverless garage. Today is already tomorrow.

Verdict

The P85D sits at the top of the Model S range and is priced at £79,080 after the £5,000 government grant. That’s nearly £14,000 more than the Tesla 85D dual-motor that still has 371bhp and gets to 60mph in 5.2 seconds, so potential buyers would have to value the extra grunt to justify the considerable price premium. That said, for those who want to brag they have the fastest-accelerating electric car in the world and have faith in the UK’s still-young charging infrastructure, the Tesla Model S P85D will be the very best car money can buy. 

The range will be increased next year by a compact SUV, called Model X, and two years later, a third model even larger audience. It will be indeed a small sedan that will stand between the Audi A3 and A4, with a price two times less than that of the Model S, that is to say less than £25, 000 (35 000 euros.)

To cope with this development and allow substantial economies of scale, Tesla is also associated with Panasonic to build a giant factory farms in Nevada. To facilitate the use of its cars, the Californian manufacturer has also embarked on an extensive installation program of rapid charging stations (130 miles, 200km of autonomy recovered in 20 minutes). This network – free to use for supercharger-enabled vehicles – is expanding rapidly. Tesla plans full UK coverage by the end of 2015 to enable travel throughout the British Isles. Talks have taken place in Cornwall. The stations are conveniently placed along well-travelled routes to allow Model S owners to drive long distances with minimal stops. In the UK, superchargers stretch from Exeter to Edinburgh.

 In France (http://www.tf1.fr/auto-moto/actualite/tesla-model-s-2015-versions-4-roues-motrices-2-moteurs-et-jusqu-8500499.html) 20 of this charger are available and free for customers of the brand. 

To see the video presentation of the P85D : Click here

Key specs

• Price: £79,080 (after £5,000 government grant)
• Engine: Dual electric motor
• Power: 682bhp
• Transmission: Single-speed auto, four-wheel drive
• 0-62mph/top speed: 3.2s/155mph
• Range: 300 miles (est)
• On sale: Now

Caractéristiques

• Motorisation : deux moteurs électriques
• Type : AC synchrone 
• Avant / Arrière : 224 ch / 476 ch total : 700 ch 
• Batterie : Lithium-ion 85 kWh 
• Puissance totale : 700 ch 
• Couple maxi : 980 Nm 
• Transmission : aux quatre roues 
• Boîte : automatique, un rapport unique 
• Dimensions (L/l/h) : 4,970 × 1 964 × 1 435 mm 
• Coffre : 850 l (100 AV + 750 AR) 
• Poids : env. 2 100 kg (3,0 kg/ch) 
• 0-100 km/h : 3,4 s 
• Vitesse : 250 km/h (limitée) 
• Autonomie : 480 km (normalisée) 
• Prix : 100 540 euros, bonus de 6 300 € déduit

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