Tesla Faces Accelerating Rate of Model 3 Refunds

Re:Tesla Faces Accelerating Rate of Model 3 Refunds by jjtheblunt on Tuesday June 05, 2018 @02:03AM (#17235321)

i was like wtf at that comment too, partly because i drive a pure electric i3 for almost 4 years, partly because of the motorcycles, though a pure electric i3 IS fast.

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Re:Tesla Faces Accelerating Rate of Model 3 Refunds by newnewpdro on Wednesday June 06, 2018 @06:03PM (#17251474)

I've never been in an i3, but just judging from the numbers on wikipedia; 168 BHP with a claimed 2635 lb curb weight, reminiscent of Mazda MX-5 numbers, is not what I'd call a fast power:weight ratio.

There's no doubt in my mind that the i3 feels quick off the line being electric. But I don't think it qualifies as fast unless you're comparing it to a Nissan Leaf or other comparatively slow EVs.

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