[Tesla model X] the first SUV, Falcon window starts at 8.95 million yen

On Sept. 12, Tesla Motors Japan unveiled the "Model X" of SUV (multi-purpose sports vehicle) for the first time in Tokyo Garden Oi-cho. This is the third type of electric car for the company, and its president, Nicola Village, stressed that "the safest and most functional SUV".

Its biggest feature is that the door in the back seat is a falcon window door, which opens like a bird's wings. Moreover, it can be opened and closed in a narrower space than the sliding door of a minivan, as long as 30 centimeters from the body is enough.

In addition, the model X is based on a separate platform, the center of gravity of the battery assembled on the floor is extremely low, and the common risk of rollover in SUV is low. Moreover, since there is no engine, the clamping zone that absorbs energy from frontal collisions is set to be very long compared with other SUV. As a result, the company believes that all categories of SUV's first security test will receive a five-star rating.

The maximum mileage on full charge is 542 km,0-100 km/h and the acceleration time is 3.1 seconds. The top speed is 250 kilometers per hour. In addition, the windshield spread to the driver's head and felt like it was outside. "SUV makes it fun for you to go for a ride in sports," said Veleger's president. "

The price starts at 8.95 million yen. General Manager Veleger said that if the order is placed now, delivery will be made from late January to early February next year.