The futuristic feel is cemented by the X's giant touchscreen- Autoblog
Once you are inside the cabin of the Tesla Model X, you will find yourself in a calm, stylish, and minimalistic environment. Five seats are standard in the Model X but it can be ordered with six or seven-seat configuration as well. The seats are dressed in premium cloth upholstery with leatherette accents. Once seated in the driver's seat, you will notice an enormous windscreen and it arches back over your head, opening up to the sky above. The front seats are extremely comfortable and the under-thigh support is good too.
Six-footers will love sitting in the front row as there is abundant space available. The Falcon wing rear doors give a warm welcome to the rear occupants. The head and legroom offered are slightly more than the class rivals. The third row is best suited for kids if you opt for the 7-seater configuration. There are only two buttons provided, one for the glove box and the other for hazard warning lights. It may seem a bit daunting the first time you sit because, in Tesla's brave new world, everything is all about tech.
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Models
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2017 Tesla Model X
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2017 Porsche Cayenne
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2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class
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2017 BMW X5
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Passenger capacity
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5
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5
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5
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5
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Front Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)
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41.7/60.7/41.2
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N/A
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38.9/58.5/40.3
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39.8/60.5/40.4
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Second Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)
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40.9/56.8/38.4
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N/A
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38.5/58.4/38.4
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38.3/58.3/36.6
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No car can beat the space levels offered by the Model X. The closest to it is the Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class but still, its less headroom can be tough for a six-footer. It's a similar story with the BMW X5 as well. However, its rear legroom can take away the comfort levels of the rear passengers. The Porsche Cayenne's rear row lacks legroom due to its compact dimensions.
2017 Tesla Model X Infotainment System
The Tesla Model X houses a 17-inch high-resolution touchscreen display at the center of the dash. Most of the tech-related things are operated from this central control panel. When you are on the move, what you need to know is displayed on a customizable 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster. At a first glance, the infotainment system may look complex to understand but it's not really. This large screen can open and close the doors or can reconfigure the two back rows of seats exactly as you want them.
A 9-speaker sound system does the sole job of delivering a decent sound quality. At the top of the screen, you may notice a series of small icons just like you have in a smartphone. Another cool thing is that once you set your destination in, it will work out how much charge you will be left at the end of that journey. It also shows the nearest supercharging stations available on the journey. This large screen is also the center house for your climate controls and other vehicle adjustments.
2017 Tesla Model X Interior Features
Unlike many rivals in its segment, the Tesla Model X offers plenty of standard comfort and technological features. Some of them include:
- Power tilt & telescopic multi-function leather steering wheel
- 14-way power front seats with power lumbar support and heated function
- Ambient lighting
- Premium cloth upholstery with leatherette accents
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Leatherette dash & door trim
- Wood interior accents
- 17-inch touchscreen display
- 12.3-inch customizable instrument cluster
- 9-speaker sound system
2017 Tesla Model X Cargo Space
The amount of cargo space depends on which configuration you go for. A cargo capacity of 88.1 cu-ft. is offered in a traditional 5-seater configuration. This space is provided behind the second row while the second-row seats don't fold at all. With so much space available, the Model X is probably the most practical electric SUV. Even with the seven seats, space isn't too bad.
The two rear seats fold flat at a push of a button for the times when you need a larger load area. There's a secret compartment below the storage floor. It's home to all the charging cables and it also has room for a dirty stroller. There is no engine upfront and therefore, you get extra storage space which is really useful.
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Models
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2017 Tesla Model X
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2017 Porsche Cayenne
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2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class
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2017 BMW X5
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Cargo Capacity (cu-ft.)
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88.1
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23.6 |
38.2 |
35.8 |
Without a doubt, the Model X is clearly the most practical SUV in its class. The Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class has a maximum cargo space of 80.3 cu-ft. but it's still not close to the Model X. The BMW X5 is not much of a practical vehicle and offers only 76.7 cu-ft., which is still decent for a weekend getaway. But, the Porsche Cayenne disappoints with just 62.9 cu-ft. of cargo space available
