Redesigned Tesla Model S and X: Slimmer Design, Improved Ride Quality, Higher Costs
The 2025 refresh of the Tesla Model S and Model X brings a host of new features, styling updates, and software enhancements that are aimed at enhancing the driving experience and aesthetics of these premium electric vehicles.
The refresh includes updated styling with new front and rear bumpers on the Model S Plaid and new wheels on both models. The interior now boasts sport bucket seats and enhanced ambient lighting, improving comfort and aesthetics.
Tesla has focused on refinement and comfort in this refresh, with suspension tweaks and noise reduction measures making the vehicles quieter and more refined to drive. The cabin noise has been significantly reduced due to improvements in wind insulation and Active Noise Cancellation.
The latest software update (2025.26 series) has been introduced, enhancing vehicle diagnostics, thermal control components, and introducing new interactive features like Light Sync (ambient lighting synced to music) and Grok—Tesla's new intelligent assistant. Light Sync includes a “rave mode” maximizing ambient lighting effects when parked.
The software update also adds a new service mode panel to view and diagnose vehicle functions and seat actuator statuses, improving maintenance and troubleshooting capabilities.
Rumors suggest that hardware 5.0 (next-gen computer and sensors) could debut in late 2025 on refreshed models, potentially boosting performance, sensor resolution, and autonomous capabilities. This is highly anticipated but not yet confirmed on all vehicles.
Consumer opinions are generally favorable about the quietness improvements, new interior comfort options, and the software intelligence improvements like Grok and Light Sync for enhancing the user experience. However, some critiques mention that ambient lighting brightness is still not optimal during daylight, even with new modes introduced. Others note that the Model X, despite slight refreshes, feels less competitive against newer 3-row electric SUVs in 2025.
Pricing details have not been explicitly outlined in the current sources, but Tesla typically adjusts prices modestly with refreshes, potentially adding cost for new options and tech.
New standard wheels for the Model S are 19′′ Magnetite wheels, while the Model X sports 20′′ Perihelix wheels as standard.
The 2025 Model S and X refresh does not include steer-by-wire or improved battery architecture. The focus of the refresh is on refinement, comfort, and design.
As we move forward, it remains to be seen how these updates will impact the sales of the Model S and X. The question remains: Will these updates get you to buy one? The answer might vary depending on your expectations and the competition in the market. For more specific price updates or detailed consumer reviews, newer detailed market reports or Tesla’s official announcements would be needed.
- The latest software update on Tesla's Model S and X, featuring Light Sync and Grok, showcases the company's commitment to enhancing user experience through technology and gadgets, strengthening its lifestyle appeal.
- The 2025 Model S and X refresh also includes stylish new wheels and premium interior features like sport bucket seats and enhanced ambient lighting, making these electric vehicles more appealing to car enthusiasts who prioritize lifestyle and technology.
