Monday, May 30, 2011

Tesla prepares the crossover electric Model X

After more details of the Tesla Model S sedan (pictured), which can travel up to 480 km on a single charge, the manufacturer in California has announced that by the end of this year will be unveiled for the concept of the Model X crossover in the intentions of the designers will try to combine "the functionality of a minivan with the appeal of an SUV." The presentation will coincide with the release of the prototype stage of the progenitor of the Tesla-branded cars, the Roadster - 1650 units delivered in 31 countries - the production phasing out in December.

A few months later the market will reach its Model S sedan, while the marketing of the Model X is expected to outline in 2014. It is also ruled out the idea of drawing more cars on the same platform as the Model S, also focusing on a family van and a convertible. "The Model S will be made with a flexible platform on which to conceive of other vehicles in the future, including the Model X crossover," said the corporate ladder.

The annual production of the sedan will be about 20 thousand units at a price that should be somewhere between 57,400 and $ 77,400, according to versions and productions. A price without any government incentives that if allocated will launch a price below the threshold of 50 thousand dollars.

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