Rebew
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Considering this thread is a year old and nothing has happened.... I wouldn't hold my breath
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Model S range and interior update imminent?
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Batteries and energy storage tech in general is very tricky. Moore's Law worked for semiconductors because there weren't that many variables to contend with. Energy storage devices have a complex array of variables to contend with and if any one of them is sub-par a promising tech is out the window.
There is a company in the UK working on supercapacitors for automotive use, but they are focusing on using them to supplement batteries rather than using them for primary storage because there is no tech for supercapacitors on the horizon that will make them as energy dense as batteries. Supercapacitors have the advantage of being capable of many more charge cycles and being able to deliver huge amounts of power in short bursts. For regen braking capture and acceleration help, they are a promising tech. If they were used primarily for starting/stopping, then that keeps the load on the battery pack more even which will keep them cooler and they will last even longer.
JohnnyG
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Yep. Give or take a couple months, as one would expect. The actual month has not been locked-down, as far as what info I receive.
MarkS22
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Well, I appreciate your guts posting it here for all to see timestamped. If you hit all these dates, you’re going to be very popular.
Interior refresh next fall with a full refresh coming 2021.
Tesla is planning a big Model S/Model X interior refresh in Q3 2019 – full refresh in 2021
Tesla is planning a big Model S/Model X interior refresh in Q3 2019 – full refresh in 2021
mbhforum
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We might finally have a date. Unfortunately, for those holding out, it's going to be at least a year just alone for the interior refresh. Given how Tesla never meets their deadines, it is reasonable to believe the interior refresh might not hit the street until 2020 and the exterior refresh in 2022 and you risk losing some or all of the US rebates.
Tesla is planning a big Model S/Model X interior refresh in Q3 2019 – full refresh in 2021
Tesla is planning a big Model S/Model X interior refresh in Q3 2019 – full refresh in 2021
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This made my decision to get the 3 now much easier. Much less of a depreciation hit trading that in for a new model S or X in a few years.
Cirrus MS100D
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So, good choice to buy my Model S now. In 4 to 5 years there might be a refresh, but in the mean time I can enjoy my new S and buy a refreshed one in 5 years time
It could make sense for Tesla to upgrade the Model S/X in two steps:
Q1 2019: For non-performance models, use same drive train as in dual motor Model 3 with same power output as for performance M3. Upgrade battery pack to pack sizes 110 kWh and 90 kWh. Largest pack should allow for 200 kW supercharging.
Q3 2019: Interior upgrade.
Tesla plans to introduce Superchargers V3 late 2018, so this would fit well with that. We also know that Model 3 LR allows for faster charging than 120 kW, and the flagship vehicle should charge faster than that.
To start with a drive train/battery pack upgrade will also keep Tesla ahead of the competition regarding range/fast charging.
Q1 2019: For non-performance models, use same drive train as in dual motor Model 3 with same power output as for performance M3. Upgrade battery pack to pack sizes 110 kWh and 90 kWh. Largest pack should allow for 200 kW supercharging.
Q3 2019: Interior upgrade.
Tesla plans to introduce Superchargers V3 late 2018, so this would fit well with that. We also know that Model 3 LR allows for faster charging than 120 kW, and the flagship vehicle should charge faster than that.
To start with a drive train/battery pack upgrade will also keep Tesla ahead of the competition regarding range/fast charging.
mbhforum
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I was kind of relieved to see this too considering I just bought my CPO 1.5 years ago and am getting it dipped, which is a cost as well. In 4 years from now, my car will be paid off, and I will probably want a new one by then, which aligns for the complete refresh schedule. By then, there will be hopefully be lots of EV options out there.
So, good choice to buy my Model S now. In 4 to 5 years there might be a refresh, but in the mean time I can enjoy my new S and buy a refreshed one in 5 years time
Here is a new post with some more information.
Exclusive first look at Tesla Model S and Model X interior refresh: going spartan like Model 3
Exclusive first look at Tesla Model S and Model X interior refresh: going spartan like Model 3
Garlan Garner
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I thought the Model 3 would follow its big brothers in design and engineering as Elon promised - years ago. Elon Musk on Twitter
Exclusive first look at Tesla Model S and Model X interior refresh: going spartan like Model 3
However now it appears to be the other way around.
Exclusive first look at Tesla Model S and Model X interior refresh: going spartan like Model 3
However now it appears to be the other way around.
Tiger
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mbhforum
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Looks really sleek. I am sure these are prototypes and it will change somewhat, but it definitely looks like an improved upon design from the Model 3 and cleaner look than the current S.
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plumazul
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The look of the touchscreen setup in a Model 3 was a deal breaker for me (cancelled reservation long ago). If Tesla brings that "tacked on" look to the Model S, then all I can say is I'm glad there will be many more choices by then. As a bonus for current S/X owners, it might help resale values of the older models.
But frankly I don't believe it. At the price point of an S/X the touchscreen must be integrated into the dash somehow. I like the idea of rotating the orientation, but for a $100k+ car, it must LOOK nice or I won't buy it.
thegruf
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whilst I accept the design aesthetic for landscape displays, this is counter-intuituve for map display unfortunately.
I'm sure the interior will be a good step forward, but the screen orientation is a step backward.
I'm sure the interior will be a good step forward, but the screen orientation is a step backward.
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