“Amazing vehicle. It is so far advanced from anything else on the market. The falcon wing doors are awesome and make getting our 4 year old in and out of the car so much easier. The acceleration is insane and makes the car so fun and easy to drive. I would have a hard time buying anything else in the future.”
2017 Tesla Model X: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2017 Tesla Model X is the addition of the 100D, a new long-range version rated for 295 miles. Otherwise, this is a trim-focused update rather than a redesign.
About the 2017 Tesla Model X
1st generation Model X, second model year after the 2016 launch; no major redesign or facelift.
Tesla positioned the Model X as a family-sized premium electric SUV that mixed seating and cargo flexibility with dramatic Falcon Wing doors, standard dual-motor all-wheel drive, strong safety, and sports-car-like acceleration. More than a conventional luxury SUV, it was meant to feel like a high-tech electric flagship for buyers who wanted family usefulness without giving up speed, touchscreen-centered controls, or long-distance EV credibility for its era.
The 75D serves as the family-focused entry model, while the new 100D emphasizes maximum driving range. The P100D sits at the top as the acceleration-focused version, with Launch Mode and performance-specific settings. Every version has dual-motor all-wheel drive, Falcon Wing rear doors, adjustable air suspension, and a 17-inch central touchscreen.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The 100D joined the lineup with a 100-kWh battery, dual-motor all-wheel drive, and a 295-mile EPA range rating. The 60D, P90D, and P90D Signature were dropped, leaving the P100D as the top performance version.
Tech
Fog lights became standard on the 75D and P100D. The P100D also gained standard ventilated front seats.
2017 Tesla Model X specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | Dual AC Electric Motors | Dual AC Electric Motors | Dual AC Electric Motors | Dual AC Electric Motors, High Performance Rear |
| Transmission | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Single-Speed Fixed Gear |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric | Electric | Electric |
| Horsepower | 328 hp | 417 hp | 417 hp | 463 hp |
| Torque | 387 lb-ft | 485 lb-ft | 485 lb-ft | 612 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 5000 lb | 5000 lb | 5000 lb | 5000 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 88.1 cu-ft | 88.1 cu-ft | 88.1 cu-ft | 88.1 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 32.7 in | 32.7 in | 32.7 in | 32.7 in |
| Seats | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Electric Range | 238 | 257 | 257 | 289 |
| MPGe Combined | 93 | 92 | 87 | 86 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||
| Alarm System | ||||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Active Lane Keep Assistance | ||||
| Park Assist | ||||
| 360 Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Fog Lights | ||||
| LED Headlights | ||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||
| Trailer Hitch Receiver | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Premium Audio | ||||
| USB Ports | ||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Third Row Seat | ||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2017 Tesla Model X?
The biggest change is the addition of the 100D, a long-range version with a 100-kWh battery and a 295-mile EPA range rating. The 60D, P90D, and P90D Signature left the lineup.
Was the 2017 Tesla Model X redesigned?
No, the 2017 Model X was not redesigned or given a styling refresh. Its basic body, cabin layout, and major hardware carried over from 2016.
How far can the 2017 Model X 100D travel on a charge?
The 2017 Model X 100D has an EPA-rated range of 295 miles. It is the longest-range version in the 2017 lineup, ahead of the 289-mile P100D.
Which features became standard for 2017?
Fog lights became standard on the 2017 Model X 75D and P100D. The P100D also received standard ventilated front seats.
Was the Model X P100D new for 2017?
No, the P100D carried into 2017. The lineup change was the departure of the P90D and P90D Signature, which left the P100D as the top performance version.
2017 Tesla Model X Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2017 Tesla Model X.
4.5
2017 Tesla Model X
(76 reviews)
“Great driving car. Great acceleration. Very quiet. Seats 7 adults, 5 in fairly good comfort. Jury is out on the falcon wing doors - very cool to look at but can be inconvenient in parking garage with low ceilings.”
“The Tesla model X100D is EXACTLY the vehicle we needed. With two children under the age of 4, plus an Au-Pair, we needed seating for at least 6 people and needed the 3rd row to be able to seat 2 full-sized adults. We sold our BMW X5 diesel because the 3rd row was too cramped. The Model X is spacious, fast. quiet and advanced. Just buy one and be happy. :-)”
Sources
- ir.tesla.com — Press Release / Model X Fastest Selling Tesla Ever
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