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Tesla Model X

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Photo: Tesla

The Car Guide rating 3.5/5 70% Detailed ratings

Price $156,000 – $183,600 Payments

Fuel consumption N/A

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Updated midway through 2021, the Tesla Model X benefits from revised styling including new-look wheels and bumpers along with a more modern interior. Similar to the Model S sedan, this midsize SUV is also getting a new high-performance variant called Plaid. With 1,020 horsepower on tap, it crushes the 0-100 km/h sprint in 2.6 seconds—faster than any other rival. As for range, expect to cover anywhere between 540-580 kilometres.

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Tesla Updates Model X and Model S, Raises U.S. Prices

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Tesla Raises Prices 13-22 Percent in Canada Due to Tariffs

Tesla raised new vehicle prices in Canada by 13-22 percent over the weekend as a result of the Canadian counter-tariffs that came into effect soon after U.S. president Donald Trump imposed 25-percent tariffs on foreign-made automobiles and parts. The Model 3 Long Range AWD and Performance compact sedans are up …April 28, 2025

Tesla Rules 2024 “Made in America Auto Index”… With a Catch

As U.S. President-elect Donald Trump threatens to impose a 25-percent tariff on all Canadian and Mexican imports as soon as he returns to the White House on January 20, 2025, a new study highlights the 25 most American-made vehicles on the market, meaning those assembled in the U.S. with the …December 16, 2024

Tesla Announces Big Software Update Coming This Spring

Tesla has announced a big software update that it plans to roll out in the coming weeks, without being more specific about timing. Here’s what’s in store. First, as you can see on the picture above, the user interface will be revised on Model 3 and Model Y vehicles built …April 17, 2024

Tesla Recalls 2 Million U.S. Vehicles to Fix Autopilot Software

Electric car maker Tesla has initiated a recall of over two million vehicles in the United States [ Editor's note : 192,000 in Canada] due to a risk linked to its Autopilot software. "Tesla has now filed a safety recall with the agency related to its Autopilot software system," the …December 13, 2023

Tesla Superchargers in Canada Rolling Out Off-Peak Rates

Three weeks after making the switch to kWh billing at Superchargers across Canada (owners will no longer be billed by the amount of time their vehicle is plugged in), Tesla started implementing more changes yesterday. Some of the rates have been adjusted and off-peak rates have been added, as well. August 24, 2023

Tesla is California’s New Car Sales Leader Now

Following multiple price cuts in the first few months of the year, Tesla now finds itself in an unprecedented position as the overall best-selling car brand in EV-obsessed California. The strong results posted in April and May were no fluke. With 69,212 units delivered in the second quarter (Q2) of …July 31, 2023

Tesla’s Elon Musk Envisions More Price Cuts in “Turbulent Times”

In a conference call to discuss the company’s Q2 results this week, Tesla CEO Elon Musk called the current situation “turbulent times” and hinted at more price cuts in the future. As a matter of fact, the roller-coaster effect with pricing could last throughout the rest of 2023. “We had …July 21, 2023

Study: Reliability, Satisfaction with Tesla Superchargers Easily Trump Competition

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Tesla Batteries Retain 88 Percent of Original Capacity After 320,000 km

Tesla’s “2022 Impact Report” is out, and one of the key takeaways involves an update on high-voltage battery degradation. The latest data compiled by the EV maker shows that the Model S sedan and Model X crossover lose 12 percent of their original battery capacity (up to 100 kWh) after …April 27, 2023

These 10 Vehicles Are the Most Likely to be Recalled, Study Says

Vehicle recalls are designed to fix a variety of problems that could potentially affect the safety of their occupants or other road users. They also help paint a picture of a product’s overall quality and reliability. U.S. research firm iSeeCars recently looked at the vehicles that had the most recalls …April 19, 2023

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We Talk About Cars with Martin-Luc Archambault

William Clavey climbs aboard Martin-Luc's Tesla Model X. They talk about electric and autonomous cars.

The Car Guide rating 70%

Pros

Advanced technologies
Impressive handling
High performance
Fast and convenient charging network

Cons

Uneven quality of assembly
Expensive

Global rating

Fuel economy	10/10
Reliability	2/10
Safety	8/10
Infotainment	7/10
Driving	6/10
Overall	7/10

Mid-size luxury SUVs

Fuel economy	10/10
Reliability	2/10
Safety	9/10
Infotainment	7/10
Driving	6/10
Overall	7/10

What's new in 2022

Aesthetic update, new high performance Plaid model. Configurations and prices can change rapidly at Tesla.

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Recalls

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