While the Tesla Model S has received major upgrades to its battery pack and a new entry-level model, Elon Musk has reassured customers that his Model X SUV and Model 3 compact executive are still on track.
Speaking to Auto Express at the announcement of the Model S upgrades, Musk said: “First, I should address something that might be on your mind, like: ‘Where the heck is the Model X and the Model 3!? You should really get on that.’
“Don't worry, those remain our focus and good progress is being made on both. X is on track for first deliveries in two months and Model 3 in just over two years.”
Musk went on to talk further about the Model X and how the newly announced 90kWh battery pack will be used in the new car. “The 90kWh pack is an important part of Model X. It’s an SUV with a higher centre of gravity so will have 10% higher energy usage than the S – the net range impact will be 4-5%.”
Although the Model X has yet to be tested, Musk said that a 0-60 time in seconds of “3.3-ish” could be expected, making it the fastest SUV on sale. A Porsche Cayenne Turbo S will get from 0-62mph in 4.1 seconds.
Although first deliveries of the Model X with its novel ‘falcon’ doors will be in the next few months, UK buyers will have to wait at least another year for right hand drive models.
Now read our UK review of the Tesla Model X P85D.
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