Here are my impressions of the Model X Dual Motor (likely 2023 model) based on my 40-minute Jan2024 test drive, suspension set to comfort mode and standard height.
This new X was a Dual-motor with Ultra Red paint, 22-inch wheels, tan interior, 5-seater.
My daily driver is 2016 Model X P90D Ludicrous+ with FSD Beta, on 20-inch stock wheels, vegan white seats with piping/ventilated. MCU2 upgraded.
SUMMARY : 2023 X base model is fast, it drives about the same as my 2016 Performance, but nicer and more luxurious interior, and better range/charging.
Benefits of new 2023 Dual-Motor X I drove, compared to my late-2016 P90D Ludicrous X
- Adaptive suspension is more comfortable on bumpy roads, even with the 22s.
- Interior looks much better, is much more luxurious, and is quieter.
- Acceleration is plenty fast, about the same as my P90D Ludicrous. Acceleration is MUCH better than the 2020 Raven Long Range I tried last year. This fast acceleration on the 2023 Dual-motor base was the biggest surprise of the test drive.
- Windshield seemed a bit sharper and clearer, with better tinting near the top.
- Faster and more responsive screen. Brighter and more colorful screen.
- EPA Range of 348 miles (vs. 224 miles currently on my P90D)
- More efficient vehicle, probably using 10% less energy than my 2016 if same wheels/tires.
- Supercharging speeds and curve way better, therefore better road tripper.
- 1-pedal driving all the way to a stop was great ( X got that feature in 2019 with Raven update ).
- Ultra-red is the best X color
- Lithium-ion 12V/16V battery is way more reliable compared to 12V lead-acid battery in the 2021 and earlier X, which can leave you stranded at any moment.
- Small touch-screen for 2nd row is nice.
- Bluetooth phone key is great, although I would still carry and use the bluetooth fob to open wing doors while approaching with my toddler.
- New ventilated seats probably work great, I forgot to test it. My 2016 ventilated seats make sound, but don't move much air.
Benefits of my late-2016 P90D Ludicrous X compared to new 2023 Dual-Motor X
- Around $40K cheaper to buy today, feels like mostly the same vehicle when not on road trips, drives about the same.
- Autopilot/FSD Beta experience is way better, there is no in-cabin camera nagging me. I have all new cameras that were installed by Tesla for free in 2023.
- Acceleration 0 to 30 seems faster than new 2023 Dual-Motor. Then about the same acceleration 30 to 90.
- I have a full set of ultrasonic sensors for proximity warnings.
- Driver door swings open wide when I approach.
- Touchscreen is same 17-inch size as new X. Vertical and integrated into the dash and angled toward driver is OK with me. Maybe easier to reach down low.
- Gloss-black shiny seatbacks look like a work of art. These were discontinued in early 2017.
- My premium audio system sounds the same as the 2023 X. Premium vegan 2016 front seats felt equally comfortable as new 2023 seats. Standard 2017 and 2020 seats felt not as good when I tried those.
Hope this helps. If anyone wants to discuss then please share.
This new X was a Dual-motor with Ultra Red paint, 22-inch wheels, tan interior, 5-seater.
My daily driver is 2016 Model X P90D Ludicrous+ with FSD Beta, on 20-inch stock wheels, vegan white seats with piping/ventilated. MCU2 upgraded.
SUMMARY : 2023 X base model is fast, it drives about the same as my 2016 Performance, but nicer and more luxurious interior, and better range/charging.
Benefits of new 2023 Dual-Motor X I drove, compared to my late-2016 P90D Ludicrous X
- Adaptive suspension is more comfortable on bumpy roads, even with the 22s.
- Interior looks much better, is much more luxurious, and is quieter.
- Acceleration is plenty fast, about the same as my P90D Ludicrous. Acceleration is MUCH better than the 2020 Raven Long Range I tried last year. This fast acceleration on the 2023 Dual-motor base was the biggest surprise of the test drive.
- Windshield seemed a bit sharper and clearer, with better tinting near the top.
- Faster and more responsive screen. Brighter and more colorful screen.
- EPA Range of 348 miles (vs. 224 miles currently on my P90D)
- More efficient vehicle, probably using 10% less energy than my 2016 if same wheels/tires.
- Supercharging speeds and curve way better, therefore better road tripper.
- 1-pedal driving all the way to a stop was great ( X got that feature in 2019 with Raven update ).
- Ultra-red is the best X color
- Lithium-ion 12V/16V battery is way more reliable compared to 12V lead-acid battery in the 2021 and earlier X, which can leave you stranded at any moment.
- Small touch-screen for 2nd row is nice.
- Bluetooth phone key is great, although I would still carry and use the bluetooth fob to open wing doors while approaching with my toddler.
- New ventilated seats probably work great, I forgot to test it. My 2016 ventilated seats make sound, but don't move much air.
Benefits of my late-2016 P90D Ludicrous X compared to new 2023 Dual-Motor X
- Around $40K cheaper to buy today, feels like mostly the same vehicle when not on road trips, drives about the same.
- Autopilot/FSD Beta experience is way better, there is no in-cabin camera nagging me. I have all new cameras that were installed by Tesla for free in 2023.
- Acceleration 0 to 30 seems faster than new 2023 Dual-Motor. Then about the same acceleration 30 to 90.
- I have a full set of ultrasonic sensors for proximity warnings.
- Driver door swings open wide when I approach.
- Touchscreen is same 17-inch size as new X. Vertical and integrated into the dash and angled toward driver is OK with me. Maybe easier to reach down low.
- Gloss-black shiny seatbacks look like a work of art. These were discontinued in early 2017.
- My premium audio system sounds the same as the 2023 X. Premium vegan 2016 front seats felt equally comfortable as new 2023 seats. Standard 2017 and 2020 seats felt not as good when I tried those.
Hope this helps. If anyone wants to discuss then please share.
