Tesla is known for raising the standard for electric cars and the Tesla Model X Plaid is undeniably a brilliant electric SUV, worth every cent! The Model X Plaid was introduced in 2021 as the performance version of the standard Model X. The Model X Plaid is not just an electric car, but a taste of the future. Hosting elegant design elements like gullwing doors and regal-looking seats while sporting performance capabilities powerful enough to give drag race cars a run for their money, this EV SUV is truly one-of-a-kind and quite possibly the fastest SUV as well! To further add to it, the performance doesn't take anything away from the electric car's impressive driving range which is over 300 miles between charges. When you factor in all of these aspects and more, it becomes easier to understand why the Tesla Model X Plaid is one of the most unique electric SUVs you can find in the EV market. Here are 10 things you should know about the Tesla Model X Plaid.
10 The Tesla Model X Plaid Comes With Tech-Driven Falcon Doors
Tesla is known for pushing the boundaries of technology, combining innovation with practicality. The doors on the Tesla Model X Plaid are good examples of the same. To begin with, the rear passenger area has Falcon Wing (Gullwing) doors, which right off the bat, looks epic. Moreover, the falcon doors make it easier for passengers to get in. Here's another interesting thing about the Model X Plaid, if you have the keys of the car on you and walk towards the car, the doors will open automatically and when you place your feet on the brakes, the doors close automatically. Additionally, with a touch of a button, you can close every door in the SUV. Features like these are what makes Tesla stand out from the rest. Moreover, the gullwing doors are not specific to the Plaid version of the Model X, you can find these doors on the base model as well!
9 Swiveling Screens Make It Interesting
Now, this addition is only fitted in the most recent and revised models of the Tesla Model X Plaid, you will not be able to find them in the 2021/2022 Tesla Model X and Model X Plaids. Swiveling screens - in other words, you have the ability to maneuver the screen! If you'd like the screen to turn towards the driver, with a touch of a button, it will and the same applies if you want the screen to face the passenger. Also, the swivel screen feature is patented by Tesla. This is a pretty cool feature, of course, it comes with limited usability, but it can be quite handy, especially if you're using the GPS.
8 The Tesla Model X Plaid Offers Blistering Performance
The standard Tesla Model X has the ability to go from 0 to 60 mph in 3.8 seconds as per claims, but in reality, this all-wheel drive needs only 3.1 seconds. Similarly, the Tesla Model X Plaid also boasts impressive acceleration and horsepower. The Plaid version of the Model X Tesla offers a blistering 1,020 horsepower. It needs only 2.5 seconds to do the same. In any case, these are quite impressive numbers! However, here's something more interesting. As per users and professionals in the automobile industry, the latest Plaid version, under optimal conditions, can reach 60 mph in a whopping 2.3 seconds. This is absolutely nuts considering the fact that this car is meant for daily driving.
7 Color Your Tesla As Per Your Wish
Now, this feature has no practical use, but it is pretty cool. The Car Colorizer is a feature with which you can change the color of your SUV! This feature allows you to color and customize the appearance of your car in the EV's infotainment and display system. Tesla's display will basically show you a color palette to let you choose a custom color for your car. This will not change the actual color of your car, it only changes the color of the car's appearance in the infotainment/display system. This feature has a video game feel to it and we absolutely love it!
6 Technology Is The Name Of The Game
Tesla is synonymous with technology, that is no surprise. But the Tesla Model X comes with features that are second to none. To start off with, the electric SUV's infotainment system allows you to access the internet and also allows you to play video games. Now, the Apple CarPlay and the Android Auto are something you will not find in this SUV, but it hardly matters as the infotainment system offered by Tesla is hands-down one of the best. The car also features a rear display screen for passengers in the back which can be used to control certain features of the car and for entertainment as well. Secondly, the Model X Plaid also comes with an advanced air filtration system (HEPA filtration system) to rid the air of impurities. The Tesla Model X Plaid also features a tri-zone temperature control as well. The best part is that you can control all of these from one place!
5 The Tesla Model X Plaid Comes With Triple-Electric Motor Setup
While the Tesla Model X can offer you 670 ponies, the Tesla Model X Plaid offers a mind-boggling 1,020 horses. This can be accredited to the usage of three electric motors while the Model X has only 2, one on each axle. The performance offered by the X Plaid is ridiculous, in fact, as this electric car is faster than what Tesla claimed it to be. With three electric motors in place, the Tesla Model X Plaid is pretty much the fastest EV SUV. In fact, it is faster than gasoline-powered SUVs. In addition to this, with the large battery pack, this EV SUV can still go an astonishing 333 miles on a full charge which is a slight drop off from the Model X’s 348 miles on a full charge.
4 The Model X Plaid Boasts Great Interiors
To begin with, the interior is quite spacious and the seats dawn an ultra white vegan leather. These white seats add to the aesthetic of the car and appear to be floating! Pretty cool right? Another eye-grabbing aspect of the interior is the windshield which goes right above the front seat, giving the driver a clear view of whatever’s ahead and above. This EV SUV can also comfortably seat seven people without hassle. The rest of the interiors are made using ecologically sustainable materials. The Model X Plaid also comes with a 17-inch infotainment display system and the rear passenger seat has an 8-inch infotainment display system on which you can play games, watch movies, and much more.
3 A Triple Digit Pricing Is What You Should Expect
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An electric car laden with impressive features definitely isn't going to be cheap! The Tesla Model X Plaid is the performance version of the Tesla Model X. While the 2023 Tesla Model X is priced at $109,990, the Model X Plaid comes in at $119,990. Even for an SUV that costs triple digits, it's quite reasonable and much faster than a $200,000 SUV by Lamborghini. The 2022 Model X Plaid price is a little higher than the '21 and '23 models, $140,440! The Tesla Model X Plaid is one EV SUV that is worth the big bucks.
2 The Tesla Model X Plaid Comes With Top-Tier Safety Features
The Model X Plaid comes with note-worthy safety features. The 2021 Tesla Model X Plaid got a five-star rating from the NHTSA while the 2022 and 2023 models are yet to be reviewed. This EV SUV comes equipped with some of the best driver-assistance features and of course the autopilot feature which makes use of multiple cameras and sensors to accelerate, brake, and steer the vehicle without any hassle. It has all the standard safety features and more. If you're willing to shell out a few more bucks, then you could even get the Full-Self Driving capability along with integrated navigation, auto park, auto-lane change, summon, and much more
1 The Yoke Steering Wheel Can Be Had As Optional
Unlike the standard circular steering wheels, the Tesla Model X Plaid has an ultra-modern yoke steering, much like the steering wheel on an F1 racing car. Agreed, not every gearhead is on board with the idea of a yoke steering wheel but no one can deny that it screams efficiency. But there were a few complaints regarding the placement of the horn on the yoke, which was one of the reasons why a lot of people were against the yoke steering wheel. Due to the mixed reaction received regarding the yoke steering wheel, Tesla has now decided to make the yoke steering wheel optional.