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Model X First Reviews

Discussion in 'Model X' started by Qualchan, Sep 30, 2015.

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  1. Electroman

    Electroman Supporting Member

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    I am not sure if there was one professional reviewer so far who was impressed with the FWDs, or the font doors or the sculptured 2nd row seats.

    I am sure no one saw that coming !! ya right !!
     
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    I don't think people will come to appreciate the FWDs until they've spent some real time with the car. A big benefit for me is being able to keep the door open in the garage and walk back and forth without having to close it. A traditional door would have to be closed in order to move past it (assuming there is a wall near the side of the car). So, to load or unload "stuff" in the FWD, I just have to open it once and easily move back and forth since the door is up and out of the way. I used to hate pulling a large box out of the side of my Pilot, then try to close the door with my foot while balancing the large box so I could walk past it towards the front of the garage.

    These kinds of experiences won't be valued by a one or two hour review.
     
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  3. PeterK

    PeterK Model X & 3 Owner

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    That, and cleaning/vacuuming the car, loading and unloading younger kids and dogs, being protected from the rain while buckling a car seat, etc.

    And don't forget the door speakers - I love having the music play from overhead. I'm looking forward to tailgating in the fall.
     
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  4. ksquared

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    I think this was a fair and generally very favorable review. Obviously the FWDs will continue to split opinions. One notable error--the table at the end lists "base" price as north of $130K, which of course reflects a very well equipped P90D, and not the base, even for the most expensive MX.
     
  5. farzyness

    farzyness Food lover. Entrepreneur. Did I say food lover?

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    Fantastic piece by MotorTrend on a head to head with the Bentley Bentayga.

     
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  6. Coolcarx

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    Just like the rest of us they sound totally double minded. It's phenomenal, remarkable, extraordinary, great price point, exceptional, extraordinary, amazing, astonishing, astounding, sensational, stunning, incredible, unbelievable.
    I mean its hideous, ugly, repulsive, repellent, unsightly, over priced. So what is the true verdict?
     
  7. EinSV

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    #107 EinSV, May 25, 2016
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    I thought this was a very strong review.

    They rate the X over the $278K Bentayga and rave over the performance and ride quality. They don't like the styling of the X, or the Bentayga or Audi Q7 for that matter. They get a kick out of some of the new tech (especially AP and the auto front doors) but wish there wasn't so much so Tesla could have introduced the X 18 months ago. Seemed balanced but overall extremely positive. Also fun to watch.
     
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    Glad they moved all the Door Auto-Present failures into the blooper section at the end.
     
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  9. aesculus

    aesculus Still Trying to Figure This All Out

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    Hmm. Killer app?:D
     
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    aesculus Still Trying to Figure This All Out

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    That was an amazing piece. Best I have ever seen in a car report. Entertaining and correct too. What a discovery.
     
  11. PeterK

    PeterK Model X & 3 Owner

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    Good, balanced review, and enjoyable. I think they're a little harsh on the styling, but that's personal preference. One nit, however - they raise the 18 month Model X delay to say that it in turn delayed the Model 3, which is not the case - the long pole in the Model 3 tent is the Gigafactory, which is needed to hit Model 3 cost and volume objectives.
     
  12. thx1139

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    So they now have a Model X in the Oak Brook, IL store. So got to actually get in one for the first time yesterday. As an SUV I love it. Loved being able to get in the backseats so easily with the FWD. I am 6'1" and also my 5'11" 14 year old also loved how easy to get in. Now I need to say is that it is still an SUV/CUV and has the same flaws that every SUV/CUV has. It looks much larger on the outside then it is on the inside. This isnt a Model X criticism this is an SUV/CUV criticism. Why I never have had a SUV/CUV and likely never will. Sticking to our Model S and a Model 3 when they arrive. So glad when our kids were small that we had a minivan.
     
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  13. PeterK

    PeterK Model X & 3 Owner

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    As a Honda Odyssey owner I hear you, our 2002 Odyssey has lots of space inside (though gets around 20 mpg). Minivans are far roomier than SUVs/CUVs but I have to say that due to flat floor and falcon wing doors, Model X is perhaps the most minivan-like of all SUVs/CUVs.

    I drove with four kids ages 7 - 18 plus dog for a Memorial Day weekend trip to the woods, nearly 500 miles round trip, and while there we took several 10-15 mile drives with two adults and five kids in the X, very comfortably. I'm very happy to have the X.
     
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    Finally watched this. These guys are brilliant and funny. And real car guys. Will watch more of their stuff.
     
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    MotorWeek "shot" my car for 9 hours for a show that will debut July 2 on PBS and re-air on July 17 on Velocity. Currently there is a 2 minute promo for it on their site MotorWeek.org
    I can't say enough how amazed I am with the vehicle. It has changed my life. I impressed upon the reviewers my thoughts on the car. They really enjoyed driving it, especially the autopilot. We'll see how the show comes out...
     
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    Thanks for sharing @HoosierDaddy! Can't wait to see the full review.

    OK, that black on black on black is stunning! Love how the spoiler disappears into the rear hatch glass when down. Makes the X look so much smaller (good thing) than the white does.
     
  18. aesculus

    aesculus Still Trying to Figure This All Out

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    Wow. Thanks for supporting the team!:D
     
  19. Dr ValueSeeker

    Dr ValueSeeker Speaks the unfettered truth

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    #119 Dr ValueSeeker, Jun 4, 2016
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    No! People don't want any of those. People want functional doors that don't keep hitting the ceilings and other objects. I will feel safer with a 16 year boy at the wheels. He can at least spot the trucks. They want a roof that protects their heads from the sun and lets them put their bikes and skis on top; just to name a few. I tried my Leaf's acceleration once, and my kids said "no more". FWDs are from the past, not future!

    ROTFLOL! Who are these guys? Another one trying to make a name for themselves by associating with the Tesla name?
     
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  20. ksquared

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    Putting a bike on the roof is a fairly certain way to hit the ceiling with an object. And as a parent of teenagers, I would personally think the autopilot and collision avoidance technologies will reduce, not increase danger. But it's clear you've made up you're mind and may even be selling short!
     
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