Tesla Unveils Refreshed Model S and Model X with Improved Performance and Features
Tesla revises Model S and X with extended driving range - and increased prices
Tesla has announced a series of updates to its flagship electric vehicles, the Model S and Model X, aiming to enhance their performance and user experience. Here's a rundown of the key changes:
New Features
- Front Bumper Camera: Improving visibility and Full Self-Driving (FSD) capabilities.
- Aerodynamic Improvements: Fine-tuned adjustments for better aerodynamics and driving comfort.
- Interior Refinement: Enhanced interior design for a more premium feel.
- New Wheel Designs: Improved wheel aerodynamics.
- Active Noise Cancellation System: Upgraded for better noise reduction.
- Dynamic Ambient Lighting and Adaptive Headlights: New lighting features added.
- Suspension Upgrades: Improved ride quality.
Pricing Changes
In the U.S., the Model S starts at $84,990, and the Model X at $89,990. However, there's a $5,000 price hike across the lineup. In Canada, prices have seen a significant increase:
- Model S AWD: $139,990 CAD, up by $6,000.
- Model S Plaid: $159,990 CAD, up by $5,000.
- Model X AWD: $149,990 CAD, up by $9,000.
- Model X Plaid: $169,990 CAD, up by $8,000.
Range Improvements
The Model S Long Range now offers a range of 410 miles on a single charge, making it the longest-range Tesla yet.
Availability
New orders for the Model S and Model X have been halted in Sweden and the EU, but the updated models are available in the U.S. and Canada.
Other Notable Upgrades
- The ride quality of the Model S and Model X has been improved with new bushings and a revised suspension design.
- Upgrades to safety and visibility have been made, including an additional front bumper camera.
- The updated models now feature dynamic ambient lighting with unique animations.
- The new cabin is quieter due to reduced wind and road noise, along with more effective active noise cancellation.
These updates represent Tesla's ongoing commitment to innovation and improving the electric vehicle experience. However, the pause in new orders in Europe might reflect market demand or other factors. It's worth noting that the Model S and X are currently not expected to be available in right-hand-drive configurations, such as in Australia, given Tesla's broader strategy shift towards future technologies.
- The updates to Tesla's Model S and Model X include a front bumper camera, which improves visibility and Full Self-Driving (FSD) capabilities.
- The newly unveiled electric vehicles also feature aerodynamic improvements, interior refinement, new wheel designs, and an active noise cancellation system for better performance.
- In addition, the updated models come with dynamic ambient lighting and adaptive headlights, suspension upgrades, and improvements in safety and visibility.
- Tesla's commitment to technology and electric vehicles is evident in the introduction of electric-vehicles like the Model S and Model X, which now offer a range of 410 miles on a single charge in the Model S Long Range.
