Model X Adaptive Suspension Test Drive

[CFrolander]

Hey guys, so I called my local showroom (Kierland in AZ) and they said they just got a new Model X with adaptive suspension in. I've already ordered one, but I'd love to test drive one if possible just to see if I want to keep the order or potentially switch to a new-inventory with FUSC.

Anyways, I've got a test drive scheduled for about 1 hour from now. I've got about 20k miles of time in the seat of a 2017 model X so I'm pretty familiar with its dynamics, but if there's any questions that anyone would like me to address or pictures you would like to see feel free to ask.

 

[CmdrThor]

I'm sure it won't happen because it is brand new, but maybe put it in standard height and never lower and floor it to see if it has the dreaded shudder?

 

[CFrolander]

It drove really nice! Not quite as huge of a difference as I was hoping, but it definitely softened it up driving on regular road. The "Sport" suspension setting was pretty much exactly what my X 75D was, perhaps a bit less roll in the corners even, and the standard setting just kinda dulled the road feel a good bit. Like it took the edge off, and did really well eating up cracks in the ground like the asphalt seal lines that were all over the place around there.

Acceleration was better than my X75D by a good bit (75D was 4.9 0-60 where this was 4.4), but it felt like the power hit the road more gradually. Like the 75D would have had the lead for the first 50 feet until the power was on in full on the new X. I tested it on Normal, Low, and High suspension settings and there was no shudder at any position. On that note, my X75D didn't have any either until 12,000 miles so that was kind of expected.

I've seen a few people say the suspension adjustment is quicker, I tested that out and if it is it's not by a significant amount.

 

[CFrolander]

Also, I took a picture of the front half shafts and as best of the front motor as I could. I don't know what the old ones look like, or what to look for, but someone might be interested in seeing these.



*Edit* Now that I look at it I don't think I even got the half shafts in there hardly at all, just the steering linkage? Who knows, in any case someone might see something neat here.

 

[ElectricX]

Thanks for this!
BTW, did you order a new standard model or long range?

 

[CFrolander]

BTW, did you order a new standard model or long range?

I have a P100DL on order on 5/9. I mainly wanted to see if I should keep my order or look around inventory but he noted that they weren't supposed to do the free Ludicrous upgrade on inventory vehicles so he suggested I just keep my existing order. I've heard both ways, but it was nice to get to test drive in any case.

 

[Grazant]

This is perfect thanks! Now can someone with acceleration shudder expertise look at these and let us know if they think this is a permanent fix?

 

[ElectricX]

I have a P100DL on order on 5/9.

Nice. Placed my order 5/10. SR 7seats.

Did you happen to notice the interior quality including floor mats? I ask because I test drove a new pre-raven MX and it didn’t have floor mats and the second row passenger side seat was broken.

 

[nintendomas]

thanks for the pics and review. very cool! the dual motor tag is interesting. hasn't MXs always been dual motors?

 

[CFrolander]

Nice. Placed my order 5/10. SR 7seats.

Did you happen to notice the interior quality including floor mats? I ask because I test drove a new pre-raven MX and it didn’t have floor mats and the second row passenger side seat was broken.

This one definitely had floor mats. I poked around everything in the interior, opened the doors, sat in some of the seats, and I didn't notice anything concerning at all. It felt more solid than my Model X did, though mine had 20k miles on it so it could have just been an age difference. All the storage opened and closed firmly, and the drivers seat at least adjusted just fine and without issues.

 

[CFrolander]

thanks for the pics and review. very cool! the dual motor tag is interesting. hasn't MXs always been dual motors?

Yep, always dual motor. Interesting they would put that badge on there, and remove the one that says "Model X" even.

 

[CFrolander]

Another interesting thing to note is that I've seen plenty of mention that the factory changed over on May 1st, but this ones build date is in April so the May 1st thing doesn't really hold.

 

[candy_sr]

Hey guys, so I called my local showroom (Kierland in AZ) and they said they just got a new Model X with adaptive suspension in. I've already ordered one, but I'd love to test drive one if possible just to see if I want to keep the order or potentially switch to a new-inventory with FUSC.

Anyways, I've got a test drive scheduled for about 1 hour from now. I've got about 20k miles of time in the seat of a 2017 model X so I'm pretty familiar with its dynamics, but if there's any questions that anyone would like me to address or pictures you would like to see feel free to ask.

Having test driven the new Raven, would you say that it’s worth the 10k more over the inventory models?

 

[StealthP3D]

Having test driven the new Raven, would you say that it’s worth the 10k more over the inventory models?

It's worth it just for the extra range/efficiency. Unless you don't have $10K to be blowing on that kind of thing.

It's all relative to your specific situation, eh?

 

[candy_sr]

It's worth it just for the extra range/efficiency. Unless you don't have $10K to be blowing on that kind of thing.

It's all relative to your specific situation, eh?

Sure! But my question is 35 miles more and mild (?) upgraded suspension worth the 10k?! We all know some people have deep pockets / unlimited funds and throwing in 10k to the newest thing is nothing.

 

[redgt]

if the new drivetrain is 10% more efficient than why does the new standard range only have a 250 mile range?

1.1 * 237 = 260.7

 

[CFrolander]

Sure! But my question is 35 miles more and mild (?) upgraded suspension worth the 10k?! We all know some people have deep pockets / unlimited funds and throwing in 10k to the newest thing is nothing.

So I want to tow and need all the range/efficiency I can get. The advisor also said they couldn't do the free ludicrous on inventory, though I know some people have gotten it.

Those things not considered, though, I probably wouldn't pay $10k for the new stuff anyways. It's nice, but for me personally I probably wouldn't pay more than 5k for it all else equal

 

[redgt]

So I want to tow and need all the range/efficiency I can get. The advisor also said they couldn't do the free ludicrous on inventory, though I know some people have gotten it.

Those things not considered, though, I probably wouldn't pay $10k for the new stuff anyways. It's nice, but for me personally I probably wouldn't pay more than 5k for it all else equal

EPA range on refreshed X P100D is 305 miles vs 295 miles pre-refresh X 100D

You never know when that extra 3% of range will come in handy lol

Now the free ludicrous would have made my decision real easy

 

[CFrolander]

EPA range on refreshed X P100D is 305 miles vs 295 miles pre-refresh X 100D

You never know when that extra 3% of range will come in handy lol

Now the free ludicrous would have made my decision real easy

I figured the increased efficiency might be even more pronounced under load, similar to but how a big diesel can be more efficient than a small V6 once you put a 5 ton load on them both. if we're being honest the main draw is ludicrous though lol, that's a killer deal. I bought a X75D in Dec 17 for 101.5k, and now I've got an order for an identical Model upgraded to P100DL for $109.5k. Only 8k more. Definitely happy with the price compared to the last time I bought

 

[redgt]

congrats on the new car. will be quite an upgrade

what will you be towing?