Much Anticipated Tesla Model X Unveiled Tonight

Bay area based automaker Tesla Motors launches its much heralded Model X SUV tonight at a private event held at its Fremont factory.

Tesla, with administrative offices in Palo Alto, reports that 20,000 customers have put a deposit on the electric crossover, with the first customers buying the $132,000 ‘Signature series’ getting their vehicles, according to the San Jose Mercury News.

With seating for seven, a 250-mile charge range, and a top speed range of 155 mph, the Model X is expected to appeal to a broader range of buyers.

Not invited to tonight’s event? You can watch the Model X launch live on www.teslamotors.com at 8:00 p.m. Pacific time.

By Car and Driver