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Visual differences: Model X prototype (2012/2013) vs. Mule(s) (2015)
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Some interesting frontal and rear views, still camouflaged of course, but brightly sunny pictures that offer some interesting shadows and holes... Under the camo there may still be, of course, fake shapes distracting us. At least these photos aren't blurry and dark. 
Where is the Model X Test Mule? Is there one? - Page 120
Where is the Model X Test Mule? Is there one? - Page 120
From the latest photos there are some differences inside.
New spy shots:
2012 Prototype:
The front seats look very, very similar, to the actual ones, you can find in the Model S and are no longer like the ones we have seen all the time in the MX prototypes.
New spy shots:
2012 Prototype:
The front seats look very, very similar, to the actual ones, you can find in the Model S and are no longer like the ones we have seen all the time in the MX prototypes.
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Good point, you can see the same from behind:
Picture 11 - Spied: 2016 Tesla Model X
Picture 12 - Spied: 2016 Tesla Model X
This is, of course, to be expected.
Or they could be running the Model X mule with Model S seats. We can't say for sure at this point. Swapping something like the front seats for a mule is probably an easy disguise for them that wouldn't hinder testing too much.
Picture 11 - Spied: 2016 Tesla Model X
Picture 12 - Spied: 2016 Tesla Model X
This is, of course, to be expected.
Or they could be running the Model X mule with Model S seats. We can't say for sure at this point. Swapping something like the front seats for a mule is probably an easy disguise for them that wouldn't hinder testing too much.
Just noticed that the rear view cam is integrated into the Tesla logo in the CES prototype:
... but this is missing in the mule, which appears to have the same camera as the S, just above the number plate:
Picture 17 - Spied: 2016 Tesla Model X
... but this is missing in the mule, which appears to have the same camera as the S, just above the number plate:
Picture 17 - Spied: 2016 Tesla Model X
NigelM
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Camera would need to be lower down to have sight of the tow hitch (otherwise attaching a trailer pretty much becomes a two person job).
J1mbo:
Nice find. Much appreciated. Thank you.
While I agree we probably have to chalk that up to a mere historical curiosity at least as far as the current mule shots go (which seem to have Model S/Audi/etc. type of rear camera placement), the fact that Tesla has history of going to such lengths to hide cameras might still have some relevance in trying to spot them in the future. Must i-spy harder.
I agree with NigelM that view of the trailer hitch (and probably overall better rear view) might be reasons for forgoing the logo idea.
An anecdote - Volkswagen (Passat) CC has a rear-camera on the VW logo that tilts open when backing. Wouldn't work for Tesla's all-time ambitions though.
Nice find. Much appreciated. Thank you.
While I agree we probably have to chalk that up to a mere historical curiosity at least as far as the current mule shots go (which seem to have Model S/Audi/etc. type of rear camera placement), the fact that Tesla has history of going to such lengths to hide cameras might still have some relevance in trying to spot them in the future. Must i-spy harder.
I agree with NigelM that view of the trailer hitch (and probably overall better rear view) might be reasons for forgoing the logo idea.
An anecdote - Volkswagen (Passat) CC has a rear-camera on the VW logo that tilts open when backing. Wouldn't work for Tesla's all-time ambitions though.
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