• jj4211@lemmy.world
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    7 months ago

    One reason is that for a “little car you can toss around”, the battery weight is a bit of a challenge. So starting with larger form factors makes sense where: -They are more popular anyway -The weight difference isn’t as noticable

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      7 months ago

      Comparing a few weights:

      • GTI: 3100 lbs
      • Bolt EV: 3500 lbs
      • Model 3: 3800 lbs
      • id3: 3900 lbs

      That same weight isn’t doable, but it seems like they can get close.