Tesla Model S/X refresh unveiled: new interior, fantastic steering wheel, Plaid and Plaid+ trims

28.01.2021
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It has been a long time since Tesla refreshed its flagship vehicles. Though it seems to be worth waiting - the refresh is quite successful.


According to the configurator, first refreshed Model S/X deliveries are scheduled on March. 

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So what’s new?


Interior


— New steering wheel - literally it’s not the wheel anymore. Tesla claims that such form factor brings absolutely new emotions from driving;

— Central screen. Now it has horizontal orientation like Model 3/Y. It has 2200x1300 resolution, and brighter colors;

— The driver’s dashboard is a 12.3 inch screen (a little smaller than before the refresh);

— Third screen is located between front seats for passengers in the rear;


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Trims and specs


Flagship Tesla cars won’t have Performance trims anymore. Instead, it is replaced by Plaid and Plaid+ (available only for Model S). Long Range is still being the starting trim. 


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Design and tech


Flagship Tesla vehicles do not have many exterior changes. More or less, we have already seen all of that when noticing Model S prototypes. The car’s body became a bit wider, the fronts fascia changed with a new bumper, the chrome is removed. 

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Also, Model S/X got a heat pump for increased efficiency in cold climate, just like Model 3/Y. 


Finally, Tesla also claimed to equip Model S/X with upgraded battery packs, though there is no clear data yet. 


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