Considering a Model X as my first Tesla/electric vehicle. Any updates on build quality? Is Ghosting still a problem? How is the climate control in the cold and how bad is the range loss in mid-winter? I am about an hour from Natick, also, which I believe is the only nearby supercharger location, which also concerns me from a. service perspective.
Thanks for any guidance!
Jon
There are certainly different responses to the Model X. However, most reviews from Model X owners are positive. I live in New Hampshire which is 2 hours from the Dedham repair facility.
The newer Model X build quality is much better than it was last year. If you need to have your Model X repaired or serviced, the Tesla team will come to your house, deliver another Tesla, pick up your car, perform the needed work and bring it back. Their service is fantastic. Ask for Chris Hatch who is very quick to answer emails and help in any way he can.
I have never been aware of ghosting. It may be there but I have never aware of it. Didn't even know it existed.
The most significant question is about the Winter climate. First of all, the car handles beautifully in the snow with the all season tires. The climate control works very well in the winter. I have always been comfortable in the car while driving the car in the winter up here in New Hampshire. As you know it can get pretty cold up here on occasion.
The range loss in the winter can be significant. If you have the heaters set on high, the defroster running, the steering wheel heater on, the seat heaters on and you are speeding, then you will have significant reduction in range. If you feel like it, private message me. I would be glad to send you examples of what I experienced in the winter at different temperatures, different speeds, different elevations, etc.
Lastly, I would suggest, that if you buy this car, have your electrician install the Tesla home charging unit. I had this unit installed with a 100 Amp wire going to the unit. Needless to say, I never have to think about Superchargers and my car is always charged. Fabulous system.