IS THE TESLA MODEL X STILL RELEVANT IN 2025?

EV Channels Review

The Tesla Model X, despite minor updates for 2025 including new wheels and ambient lighting, is found to be largely unchanged and struggling for relevance in the increasingly competitive three-row electric SUV market. The reviewer highlights significant drawbacks, particularly the cramped and unusable third row, poor NVH (noise, vibration, harshness) with excessive road and wind noise, and a disappointing suspension compared to rivals like the Kia EV9. While acknowledging Tesla's strengths in software, the Supercharger network, and Full Self-Driving capabilities, these are deemed insufficient to overcome the Model X's fundamental packaging issues and lack of significant refresh. The reviewer suggests Tesla needs a complete redesign to create a truly competitive three-row SUV, rather than relying on the polarizing Falcon Wing doors and a body-in-white that feels too small for its intended purpose. Ultimately, the Model X is positioned as a niche product, perhaps best suited as a four or five-seater, rather than a true family-oriented three-row vehicle.