The 2023 tesla model x is a family-friendly luxury SUV with a long battery life and impressive driving performance. It’s also a good value with its base price below most other midsize luxury electric vehicles. The Model X’s standard dual-motor drivetrain delivers a robust 670 horsepower, making it quick enough to leave other cars in the dust on a racetrack and even blitz through a few traffic lights.
Tesla’s falcon wing rear doors are a sight to behold, and they’re relatively careful about hitting nearby cars or the walls of your garage (beware of low ceilings). The company’s global network of fast-charging stations means road trips are easy, too. And if you choose to pay extra, the Model X can seat up to seven people (a two-seat third-row option is available).
2023 Tesla Model X: A Year in Review
Unlike some premium brands that update their cars on a regular basis, Tesla doesn’t make major changes to the Model X year after year. But last year it axed the radar that was used to help guide Autopilot and replaced it with camera input. On our tests, this tampered with the Autopilot’s ability to handle curves or stay within lane markings. It also failed to notice pedestrians on our crowded test roads, a key safety feature.
A massive 17-inch touchscreen serves as the control hub for nearly every function, and it’s a hive of information and controls that makes many non-electric rivals feel archaic by comparison. Still, the minimalist cabin design has a flimsy quality, and there are iffy panel gaps across the vehicle’s bodywork.