Ford has been noticed benchmarking Tesla’s Mannequin X SUV. This marks the primary time Ford has been seen evaluating this explicit Tesla mannequin, having beforehand benchmarked the Mannequin 3 in the summertime of 2021 and Mannequin Y within the winter of the identical yr, and the high-performance Mannequin S Plaid (final yr), stories Ford Authority, which additionally shared some pictures.
The Tesla Mannequin X beneath scrutiny by Ford is the dual-motor all-wheel-drive variant, which lacks the Plaid badge. This mannequin, completed in Strong Black and geared up with commonplace 20-inch Cyberstream wheels, begins at $98,490. The Mannequin X presents numerous seating configurations and a alternative between a standard steering wheel or the controversial yoke.
Regardless of not being the Plaid variant, the Mannequin X nonetheless boasts spectacular efficiency, able to accelerating from 0-60 mph in 3.8 seconds and reaching a high velocity of 149 mph. It additionally presents a considerable vary of 348 miles. Presently, Ford doesn’t have a direct competitor to the Mannequin X, with the Mustang Mach-E positioned towards the Mannequin Y. Nevertheless, this benchmarking train would possibly point out Ford’s curiosity in exploring a rival mannequin or finding out the crossover’s know-how and powertrain.
Each the Mannequin S and Mannequin X have been out there for a number of years, however they acquired a refresh in 2021. The updates included minor exterior styling adjustments, the addition of the yoke steering wheel, a brand new instrument cluster show, infotainment display screen, heart console, and a brand new rear show display screen, amongst different options.