2023 Tesla Model X review

1. Tons of technology

The 2023 Tesla Model X is a luxurious all-electric SUV with the latest technology and a refined yet edgy style. If clever gadgets appeal, this electric car is a great choice. All 2023 Model Xs are equipped with a 17-inch touchscreen, able to display crisp Google navigation maps while driving, or YouTube videos and Netflix streaming (subscription required) when parked and connected to nearby Wi-Fi or your mobile data.

Want to add a soundtrack to a lightning storm or golden sunset? The 22-speaker audio system makes every sound feel like a symphony.

2. Road-trip ready

When driving in comfort with family and friends is this easy, every destination feels road-trip worthy. Start by choosing a 2023 Tesla Model X that's a match for your crew—it's available in a five-, six-, or seven-seat configuration. Then it's time to get moving; the base Model X achieves an EPA-estimated 348 miles when fully charged.

All 2023 Model Xs have a steering wheel to suit your preferred driving style, offering a standard steering wheel or a yoke, pilot-style option.

3. High-tech driver aids

The 2023 Tesla Model X has plenty of useful driver aids that support everyday driving needs. If your commute includes multilane highways, set the Model X's 17-inch touchscreen to display a moving digital map of the motor vehicles around you using real-time monitoring. When parking spaces are problematic, this electric car steps up. Pull up the rearview camera at any time to follow your route into or out of a spot. Or choose a 2023 Model X with enhanced autopilot technology. The autopark feature will make the maneuver for you; all you need do is maintain awareness of your surroundings.

4. Electric acceleration

You may need a lot of seating, but why give up the thrill of sporty acceleration? With the 2023 Tesla Model X you can have both, with an all-electric powertrain that delivers instant torque and lightning acceleration. The base-trim X is powered by a prodigious 670-hp dual-electric motor, able to deliver all-wheel-drive functionality and a zero-to-60 mph time of 3.8 seconds (according to the manufacturer, when new). If you want more, pick the 2023 Model X Plaid to get a triple-electric motor, an AWD setup that's good for 1,020 hp, and a zero-to-60 mph time of just 2.5 seconds (according to the manufacturer, when new).

5. Falcon-wing rear doors

Unique to the Tesla Model X, the falcon-wing rear doors are a feature you'll never grow tired of. Beyond the initial thrill of the up-and-outward maneuvering, the practical applications are so beneficial you'll wonder how you managed without them. For multigenerational families that travel together, the spacious rear-row access for loved ones is invaluable. Fitting child seats is easier, too—no crouching down or leaning in required.