What Features Do Users Expect in the Next-Gen Tesla Model S/X?

APRIL 19.2025, By LAN

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1.Introduction

   As Tesla China announced the discontinuation of imported Model S and Model X vehicles in April 2025, market attention has intensified around potential upgrades for these flagship models.

   What features are users actually looking forward to? What improvements do they expect?

   In early April, Tesla initiated a user survey on platform X to gather feedback on desired features for the next generation Model S/X. The preliminary data, as of April 19, reveals fascinating insights into consumer preferences.

2. User Survey Results

What are the key features users want most? The real-time voting data from Tesla's X platform (as of April 19, 2025) shows the following priorities:

2.1 Front Bumper Camera System (56.6% Support)

Enhanced perception for autonomous driving

Improved visibility in:

  • Narrow road scenarios
  • Automatic parking situations

Significant reduction in front visual blind spots

  • Better safety in complex urban environments

What problem does this solve? The addition of front bumper cameras would significantly reduce visual blind spots and enhance driver visibility in tight parking spaces or complex urban environments.

2.2 Battery Improvements (51.8% Support)

Range anxiety remains a core concern. What do users want?

  • Upgrade to 120kWh battery pack
  • Ambitious target: 450+ miles range (approximately 724 kilometers)
  • Enhanced 18650 battery cell iteration
  • Focus on eliminating range anxiety concerns

2.3 800V Architecture (47.4% Support)

How would this improve the driving experience?

  • High-voltage fast charging capability means:
  • Dramatically reduced charging times
  • Improved energy utilization efficiency
  • Enhanced convenience for long-distance travel

What other features are users requesting? Here's a detailed breakdown:
Additional Features Support Rate Expected Benefits
HWS Holographic Display + Unsupervised FSD 45.6% Next-level visualization and autonomous driving experience
Steer-by-wire + Rear-wheel steering + Brake-by-wire 43.4% Revolutionary control and handling capabilities
Turn signals/Gear selector improvements 39.0% Enhanced user interface and control experience

3.Tesla's User-Centric Approach

   How does Tesla respond to these user expectations? The company has always maintained an open and inclusive attitude towards user feedback. As CEO Elon Musk emphasizes, their philosophy is to "make something your customers love." This approach is reflected in their:

  • Active engagement with user feedback
  • Collaborative innovation process
  • Continuous improvement based on user insights

   What does this tell us about Tesla's strategy? This user-driven approach not only guides their product development but also demonstrates Tesla's commitment to maintaining market leadership through genuine user engagement. The ongoing survey and subsequent product improvements will show how well Tesla translates these user expectations into reality.