The Tesla Model S and Model X are back in Europe with significant upgrades

The removal of Tesla’s premium models from its European lineup last summer left many wondering whether the American manufacturer would ever sell them again in this market or had instead decided to focus its commercial activity on the Model 3 and Model Y, which account for the bulk of the brand’s sales.

Anyone who has been wondering about this now has their answer. Tesla has restarted sales of the Model S and Model X in Europe with several upgrades, with prices in Spain starting at 110,970 euros for the Model S saloon and 115,970 euros for the Model X SUV.

Both models debut 19- and 21-inch wheels, along with dynamic ambient lighting in the cabin. In the Model X, the third row of seats has been optimised to offer more shoulder room, improving comfort in its seven-seat configuration. In addition, Tesla has worked on acoustic comfort, incorporating new materials that increase cabin soundproofing and also improving the active noise cancellation system, which translates into a more enjoyable drive. The air suspension, adjusted with this same goal in mind, also contributes to this.

On the technology side, the user interface has been personalised, and both models now include as standard a front camera in the front bumper, a blind-spot indicator and adaptive headlights that improve visibility and safety.

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Tesla has also optimised the efficiency of both models by fitting new aerodynamic wheels and low-rolling-resistance tyres, thereby achieving a slight increase in range. Additionally, the drivetrain has been tuned to perform better in extreme temperatures.

Technical specifications to note

With all these improvements, the new Model S Long Range is now capable of covering up to 744 km under the WLTP homologation cycle, stopping the clock at 3.2 seconds in the 0-100 km/h acceleration test. Its top speed is 240 km/h. Likewise, the Model X Long Range is capable of covering up to 600 km on a single charge, with 0-100 km/h acceleration of 3.9 seconds and the same top speed of 240 km/h.

At the top of the range, the Plaid version of the Model X, with 750 kW, cuts acceleration time to 2.6 seconds, reaches 262 km/h and its range drops to 567 km WLTP with optional 22-inch wheels. Meanwhile, the Model S Plaid, which now integrates a new front spoiler for greater downforce, an optimised rear diffuser and a carbon-fibre rear spoiler, maintains its impressive 0-100 km/h acceleration of 2.1 seconds and reaches a top speed of 322 km/h when the optional ceramic brakes are added to the configuration. The WLTP range of Tesla’s most radical saloon is now 611 km.