2016 vs 2020 Tesla Model X: How Much Has the Tesla Model X Improved Since 2016?

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Here is a summary of the YouTube video review about the Tesla Model X comparing the differences from 2016 to 2020:
- In 2016, five different Model X variants were available to purchase; 60D, 75D, 90D, P90D and P100D.
- A 2016 Tesla Model X 60D could be purchased for $74,000 and had a range of 200 miles.
- In 2016, the longest range variant was the P100D, with 289 miles, and a $135,500 price. Ludicrous mode added an additional $20,000 to the price of either P90D or P100D models.
- In 2020, two variants are available; the Long Range Plus and Performance Model, both featuring a 100 kWh battery.
- Range for the 2020 Performance version is 305 miles.
- Range for the 2020 Long Range Plus version is 351 miles.
- In 2020, ludicrous mode is standard on the Performance model.
- Raven upgrade occurred in 2019 included replacing the front motor of the Model X with a Model 3 permanent magnet motor to add more efficiency and range.
- Raven upgrade included a better air suspension system for Model S and Model X with fully-adaptive damping, giving it an ultra-cushioned feel when cruising on the highway or using Autopilot, and a responsive, exhilarating confidence during dynamic driving.
- The Long Range Plus model can reach 0 to 60 mph in 4.4 seconds
- The Performance Model can reach 0 to 60 mph in 2.7 seconds, and has an improved top speed of 163 mph.
- 2020's efficiency has improved to only needing 35 kWh of battery capacity to go 100 miles, compared to 37 kWh on the 2016s.
- Leather interiors have been replaced with all vegan interiors.
- Beginning with 2017 models, Tesla added a 7-seat configuration that has a fold-flat middle row, increasing cargo space from 77 to 88 cubic feet.
- New sensors were added to Falcon Wing doors to avoid obstructions, and a more reliable button was added.
- In 2016, the Tesla cars had MCU1. From March or April 2018 forward, Tesla switched over to an upgraded MCU2 in the Model X and other vehicles. MCU2 has a more powerful Intel Atom processor, a faster and smoother user interface, an improved web browser, and it allows for running more features such as Tesla Arcade, Tesla Theater, Karaoke and TRAX.
- In October 2016, Tesla began using Autopilot hardware 2.0 with NVIDIA processors.
- Tesla's in-house designed Autopilot 3.0 computer launched in April 2019.
- Full Self-Driving features in 2020 include: Navigate on Autopilot, Auto Lane Change and Smart Summon.
- Autopilot hardware version 1.0 was only able to process 36 frames per second, while autopilot 3.0 is able to process 2,300 frames per second, a significant improvement.

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