Ahead of first deliveries in the UK, Tesla has been showing off some of the Model X SUV’s tricks and gizmos, which include a button that can protect occupants from biological weapon attacks.
The bio-hazard button activates an advanced air filtration system, which Tesla says can filter out everything from city smog to allergens like pollen and even tiny bacteria and viruses.
Tesla founder Elon Musk stated that the Model X’s filtration system is powerful enough to fill the car with “medical-grade” air, having Tweeted: “Model X Bioweapon Defence Mode definitely filters viruses btw, even the small ones.”
Due to arrive in Britain early next year, the all-electric SUV also features special ‘Falcon Wing’ doors, which sweep from the top of the car and come with sensors to avoid hitting other cars.
Thanks to the Model X’s build, with its heavy battery mounted on the bottom of the car, it’s also reportedly much safer than other cars of its kind in accidents due to a lower centre of gravity.
Built to withstand large crashes, Tesla says that it expects the Model X to be the first vehicle of its kind to get a perfect five-star rating in every single one of its crash tests.
With seven-seat capacity, the SUV also comes with a large 17-inch touchscreen in the centre console, which supports media, navigation and communication apps, plus in-car functions.
Power comes courtesy of two electric motors on either axle, the front one of which generates 259bhp, while the motor for the rear axle produces a total of 503bhp.
Able to launch from 0-62mph in as little as 3.2 seconds, the Model X also has an official range of 250 miles before it needs recharging, and also emits absolutely zero emissions.
UK pricing for the new Tesla Model X has yet to be confirmed, but it’s expected to start from in and around £100,000.
