# Zippy Eco CUVs (UPDATE) The Tesla Model X is Safe for Families and Fun for Speed Demons By Michael Hines | Published 2012-02-13 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-tesla-model-x References: [carbuzz](http://www.carbuzz.com/news/2012/2/10/Tesla-Model-X-Crossover-Spreads-its-Wings-and-Makes-its-Debut-7707245/) & [teslamotors](http://www.teslamotors.com/) The [Tesla](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tesla-model-y) [Model X](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/signature-model-s) could be the catalyst for a wave of all-electric SUVs and CUVs. Tesla's latest model has five doors and three rows of seating. The Model X is designed to be fun for both families and young adults with its expansive seating and powerful electric engine. The engine of the Tesla Model X can push the eco CUV from 0 to 60 in a mere 4.4 seconds. The CUV comes with a range of options, including an optional all-wheel drive transmission. The rear gull wing doors or, 'Falcon Wings,' as Tesla is calling them, come standard. The Model X has a base price of $50,000 that can be pushed all the way up to $80,000 with the inclusion of add-ons. Production of the Model X is slated to begin in 2014. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 15% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **All-electric Suvs:** The Tesla Model X could spark a trend of electric SUVs and CUVs that offer both eco-friendly features and powerful performance. - **Expansive Seating:** The Tesla Model X's three rows of seating could inspire a trend of spacious and comfortable interiors in future SUV and CUV models. - **Falcon Wing Doors:** The unique gull wing doors of the Tesla Model X could inspire a trend of innovative and eye-catching door designs in the automotive industry. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive:** The automotive industry has the opportunity to capitalize on the trend of all-electric SUVs and CUVs, designing and manufacturing models that cater to eco-conscious consumers. - **Electric Vehicle:** The electric vehicle industry can leverage the trend of expansive seating and luxurious interiors in electric SUVs and CUVs, appealing to consumers seeking eco-friendly and comfortable transportation options. - **Design:** The design industry has the potential to create disruptive innovations in door design and functionality, inspired by the unique and attention-grabbing Falcon Wing doors of the Tesla Model X. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Face-Unlock Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/faceunlock-electric-suv.md) - [Compact Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-volvo-ex30.md) - [Compact Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ex90.md) - [Luxe Electric Family Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vistiq-suv.md) - [Elongated Electric Crossover Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2024-acura-zdx.md) - [Affordable Sleek Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/equinox-ev.md) - [Price-Friendly All-Electric Premium SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ex30.md) - [Compact Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-volvo-ex90.md) - [Powerful Utilitarian Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/munro-mk1.md)