Arguably America’s most prolific EV manufacturer, Tesla started with EVs from the outset. The Tesla Roadster was their first-ever model, followed by the Model S which is going strong over ten years later. It was inevitable that Elon Musk’s company would venture into the SUV space sooner or later. Lo and behold, they debuted the Model X in 2015, to compete in the mid-size luxury crossover SUV segment. This 2018 Tesla Model X 75D comes to you from Texas with just 22,000 miles on the clock, and is a great way to enter the Tesla lifestyle, especially if your vehicular need is for a swift, silent and stylish American-designed and made SUV, that’s the largest fully-electric SUV that you can currently buy, in terms of interior dimensions.

Exterior and Interior

We said American designed, and that’s pretty much true since Tesla’s Chief Designer Franz von Holzhausen is an American, despite the German name. He’s penned all of the brand’s vehicles, right from the Roadster onwards, and this 2018 Tesla Model X 75D shows off the distinctive Tesla styling language in its gray paintwork and silver multi-spoke alloy wheels. It sports the trick and very cool double-hinged falcon gullwing doors for the rear. The double-hinged design means that these doors actually require very little space on either side to open, unlike traditional gullwing doors. The inside sports a white color theme which few manufacturers dare to attempt, but has become second nature to Tesla. The Model X can accommodate up to seven occupants, and the interior features a futuristic layout where nearly all vehicle functions are controlled via the large portrait-oriented touchscreen. You get multi-zone climate control with rear vents, premium audio system, a full infotainment system, keyless start, satellite radio, heated mirrors, Wi-Fi hotspot and full autopilot adaptability, including the autopilot safety package.

Engine

This 2018 Tesla Model X 75D packs a 75kWh battery, hence the 75D designation that can offer a real-world usable range between 150 and 300 miles, depending on driving and external conditions. City range in cold weather is stated as up to 210 miles, whilst highway driving in cold weather can see that drop to 150 miles. Of course, these improve with mild weather. In terms of power, you get twin electric motors, one on each axle delivering a combined 329hp and 485lb-ft, giving a zero to sixty time of 5.2 seconds and a top speed of 130mph.