The Cheap Tesla Model X: An Electric Family Hauler with Big Trade-Offs

A decade-old Tesla Model X can be found under $20,000, making it the only affordable electric three-row family SUV, but the author cautions this is a risky buy due to aging hardware, higher maintenance costs, and recurring issues with the falcon-wing doors highlighted by Consumer Reports; for most families, waiting for a more reliable EV is the smarter move.