Tesla prepares to launch the first SUV

The Tesla brand, which has received much attention from consumers, will further expand its product lineup after the introduction of the first model C of the coupe. According to Tesla's published plan, the brand will launch an SUV model, the new car will be named Model X. Regarding the situation of this model, China Netcom recently learned from Tesla’s insiders in China: “We just added a Model X production line in the US plant in August this year. We are currently in the preparation phase and the car can be delivered next year. Chinese consumers.” As the first SUV model of Tesla, Model X will adopt Eagle Wings door design method. All systems will be equipped with dual-motor all-wheel drive as standard and provide 60kWh and 85kWh power supply capacity for consumers to choose. The maximum cruising range of the vehicle at full power can reach 425 kilometers.

Whether in the domestic automobile market or in the global market, SUV models have shown rapid growth. Tesla has also taken this area as the next stage of development. Compared to the Model S, which has been introduced so far, the Model X has a larger body weight due to the design of the SUV. It weighs approximately 200 kg more than the Model S, but the Tesla will use aluminum body has been reduced The overall weight. Tesla CEO Musk said when he talked about the car: "I can safely say that Model X will be a product that is "on the right" level."

At present, the Model S models of Tesla are all produced at the Fremont Assembly Plant in California, and in August this year, the plant announced that it will temporarily suspend production for the purpose of retrofitting existing production lines to meet the production requirements of Model X. Tesla spokesperson Simon Sproule said in an interview: “The factory’s renovation cost about 100 million U.S. dollars, and the factory’s capacity after transformation is 25% higher than the original. The upgrade will be Tesla was able to produce the Model X crossover SUV and the Model S sedan on the same production line.” According to Tesla’s plans, Model X is expected to officially enter production in January next year.

Although the Tesla Model X has not yet entered the production phase, Tesla has already started booking the car for the demanding Chinese market. China Netcom learned from Tesla’s official that Model X has already begun accepting reservations and the deposit is 30,000 yuan, which is expected to be delivered to Chinese consumers next fall. It can be said that the consumer's pursuit of SUV models and new energy has given this model a high level of attention. In terms of delivery time, Tesla China insiders told China Netcom: "At present, our vehicle-lifting period has been reduced from 8 months to 4 months to meet the needs of Chinese consumers.