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Tesla MODEL X 2017

The 2017 Tesla Model X range of configurations is currently priced from $84,260. Our most recent review of the 2017 Tesla Model X resulted in a score of 8 out of 10 for that particular example.

Carsguide Contributing journalist Peter Anderson had this to say at the time: Look, it’s a lot of money. Most of what the Model X does is replicated by an Audi SQ7 for just over half the price of the X we drove, so the $130k you save can go on diesel until doomsday. But then, that’s not what it’s about for Tesla customers, at least not all of it. There are still bugs in the system, a few bats in the belfry, but time and again you remind yourself this isn’t a new car maker, it’s new type of transport altogether.

You can read the full review here.

This is what Peter Anderson liked most about this particular version of the Tesla Model X: You can download new features and retro-fit hardware, Colossal performance, Just the idea of it is brilliant

The 2017 Tesla Model X carries a braked towing capacity of up to 2250 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.

Tesla MODEL X 2017 Price and Specs

The Tesla MODEL X 2017 is currently available from $84,260 for the Model X 90D (90XB) up to $176,990 for the Model X P100D.

Pricing guides

$130,625
Based on third party pricing data
Lowest Price
$84,260
Highest Price
$176,990
Tesla Model X Body Type Specs Price from Price to
100D SUV — Electric 1 SP AUTO $91,410 $105,050
100D (100XB) SUV — Electric 1 SP AUTO $85,140 $97,900
75D SUV — Electric 1 SP AUTO $103,730 $119,240
75D (75XB) SUV — Electric 1 SP AUTO $92,400 $106,260
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Tesla MODEL X 2017 Q&As

Check out real-world situations relating to the Tesla Model X here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.

  • How do Tesla cars work?

    It’s a popular barbecue or front bar topic of discussion: How do Tesla cars work? Fundamentally it’s pretty simple; they work like any other car, but they use an electric motor in place of an internal combustion engine. And instead of filling them with petrol, you recharge the batteries with electricity. There are other differences, too, but that’s the simplest definition of what is a Tesla, and the one that allows it to operate on fully renewable energy on some cases.

    Tesla is a company founded by Elon Musk, the same guy that invented PayPal. So the company has plenty of money behind it. As well as cars, Tesla makes home storage batteries (for storing rooftop solar power) and is investing in all sorts of renewable technology and electrical components.

    Over time, the Tesla cars product has evolved from a small sports car converted to electric, to clean-sheet designs for modern electric cars, SUV, pick-ups and even a semi-trailer than runs on electricity. But which ever Tesla you’re talking about, they all use a common philosophy.

    That starts with a battery. In the case of Tesla’s current designs, that’s the latest lithium-ion battery tech. Connected to that is either a single electric motor or a pair of motors that power either the rear wheels or all four wheels respectively. Just like a slot car, you feed power to the electric motor and the car moves. Of course, a slot car doesn’t carry a battery, it picks up its power form the track it runs on, but even that could be a thing of the future for electric cars which might be able to wirelessly collect power through the road surface. It’s not as far off as you might think.

    Other differences between a Tesla (and any other mainstream electric car) and a conventional car as we know it include bakes that recoup energy as the car slows (which is used to recharge the battery on the run) and the electrification of every system that is handled mechanically by a conventional car (brake boosting, power steering, heating etc).

    Another major difference is that the Tesla drivetrain doesn’t feature multiple gears in its transmission. Because the electric motor offers maximum torque from standstill, the Tesla only needs one gear to achieve lots of acceleration and ample top speed.

    The electric motor these days is a pretty neat piece of gear and is virtually maintenance free. It also has the potential to last a lot longer than an internal combustion engine. The batteries are also much better these days and as well as being vastly more energy-rich (their output per kg) they charge more quickly and battery life can easily be half a million kilometres. Some car-makers now offer a ten-year warranty on battery-packs. Tesla in Australia offers up to eight years battery warranty (depending on the model) but, crucially, up to 240,000km of cover guaranteeing that the battery will retain at least 70 per cent of its original capacity at that point.

    Perhaps Tesla’s biggest claim to fame is that it took electric cars from golf carts to a product that was sexy and in demand. The company was way ahead of the curve in this regard, but now it seems the rest of the world is catching up, and the Tesla car has more serious competition now than it ever did.

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  • Where is Tesla made?

    While the city of Detroit, Michigan is the cradle of the North American car industry, electric-car maker Tesla has always marched to the beat of its own drum. So even though it’s a US based entity, Tesla’s worldwide view and its inherent mould-breaking attitude means that its factories are in some interesting locations. But how many are there and in which countries?

    Tesla currently has three giant plants across the USA, as well as a plant in China. Some of these plants make the Tesla cars we’re familiar with, while others are responsible for battery and solar technology production. Tesla is also building a fourth North American plant as well as a European gigafactory in Germany, while rumours of a second Chinese plant are also doing the rounds.

    Given that Tesla cars are the brand’s most visible, recognisable products, the question usually revolves around where are Tesla cars made? In that case, the answer is the firm’s original gigafactory in Fremont (near San Francisco in California) which builds the Tesla Model S, Model X, Model 3, Model Y as well as components for other Tesla products. The original gigafactory in Fremont is a huge facility (as are all Tesla factories) employing something like 10,000 people. It was once the site of a General Motors manufacturing plant and then a Toyota/GM joint production facility.

    The Shanghai plant in China, meanwhile, is the other half of the answer to 'where are Tesla cars built'. That plant produces whole cars, including the Model 3 and Model Y and is slated to produce the forthcoming Telsa Pick-Up which has been pushed back to 2022 at the earliest.

    Tesla’s plant in Sparks, Nevada (Near Reno) is largely a battery factory with production of batteries for Tesla cars as well as its Powerwall home-storage battery. The Sparks plant is also a motors factory, producing the electric motors that power Tesla vehicles. The Tesla Semi (delayed but due soon) is also expected to be built at the Nevada plant.

    Another Gigafactory is located in New York state, in the city of Buffalo. This concentrates on assembly of solar cells and modules as well as the superchargers that allow Tesla vehicles to be charged quickly in the field.

    The factory under construction in the USA now is located at Austin, Texas and will be used to built the Model 3, Model Y and the Pick-Up. The new factory in Berlin, meanwhile, is very close to completion and will initially be used to build the Model Y.

    Tesla has always been a brand surrounded by rumours, and these days, these seem to involve a second Chinese plant. The company has also established an Indian business unit, suggesting that a gigafactory on the sub-continent might also emerge.

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  • What is the most expensive Tesla?

    The most expensive Tesla is currently the Model X P100D sitting at $200,300. Check out our pricing and specs page for more info on the latest model.

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  • What is the cheapest Tesla?

    In March 2019 Tesla slashed their prices across both the Model S and Model X ranges. The cheapest Tesla is currently the Model S Standard Range with a list price of $115,600. Check out our news story for more info on Tesla's new prices. 

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Tesla MODEL X 2017 Dimensions

Dimensions for the 2017 Tesla Model X are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1999mm x 1684mm and can vary on the basis of model.

Dimensions for the Tesla MODEL X 2017 Dimensions  include 1684mm height, 1999mm width, 5052mm length.
Tesla Model X Body Type Height x Width x Length Ground Clearance
75D (75XB) SUV 1684x1999x5052 mm 139 mm
75D SUV 1684x1999x5052 mm 139 mm
90D (90XB) SUV 1684x1999x5052 mm 139 mm
100D (100XB) SUV 1684x1999x5052 mm 139 mm
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Tesla MODEL X 2017 Towing capacity

The Tesla Model X has maximum towing capacity of 2250kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.

Tesla Model X Body Type Specs Braked Capacity
75D (75XB) SUV Electric,1 SP AUTO 2250kg
75D SUV Electric,1 SP AUTO 2250kg
90D (90XB) SUV Electric,1 SP AUTO 2250kg
100D (100XB) SUV Electric,1 SP AUTO 2250kg
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Tesla MODEL X 2017 Wheel size

Wheel size for the 2017 Tesla Model X will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted. Standard wheel sizes on the Tesla Model X spans from 20x9 inches.

Tesla Model X Body Type Front Tyre Size Front Rim Rear Tyre Size Rear Rim
75D (75XB) SUV 255x45 R20 20x9 inches 275x45 R20 20x10 inches
75D SUV 255x45 R20 20x9 inches 275x45 R20 20x10 inches
90D (90XB) SUV 255x45 R20 20x9 inches 275x45 R20 20x10 inches
100D (100XB) SUV 255x45 R20 20x9 inches 275x45 R20 20x10 inches
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Tesla MODEL X 2017 Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption for the 2017 Tesla Model X is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Tesla Model X is available with the following fuel type: Electric.

Tesla Model X Body Type Specs Fuel Consumption
100D SUV Electric,1 SP AUTO
100D (100XB) SUV Electric,1 SP AUTO
75D SUV Electric,1 SP AUTO
75D (75XB) SUV Electric,1 SP AUTO
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