But as to the actual setup I have to ask what the heck were they thinking. Such limited cargo space makes the X more of a large hatchback and not much more cargo room than a S Thanks, went back and saw some of your measurements from 9/30. Seems like you were doing some basic work that TESLA should have done and provided
Just seems weird to not have more cargo room in all configurations of a bigger class of vehicle. I definitely need to wait to see one before committing. I originally thought those nice big FWDoors would be great for loading stuff in from the side, now not so sure.
This has been a hotly debated topic right around the launch. I thought the conclusion had been that while there is less "surface area" in a Model X with the second row all the way forward and third row folded compared with a Model S with back seats folded, but that the overall storage capacity was still quite a bit bigger because of the additional height (not to mention the bigger frunk). So for those transporting sheets of plywood (or scuba equipment for two with a desire to have the gear in cement mixing tubs so the car stays dry), the Model X may in fact be a step back. But for practical purposes it should be fine.
I will add that the X is a better pet mover as well. We have a loaner S at the moment and had to put half the back seat down to accommodate our two dogs (GoldenDoodle & Labradoodle), which limited the back seat to one passenger so we had to leave our daughter at home (with grandma). With the X, we could have both 2nd row seats occupied (we have a six seater) and the dogs can be in the back or can come forward between the 2nd row seats.
