> The 2023 Nissan Leaf has a base MSRP of $27,800
> Volkswagen e-Golf SE CVT, 5 seats: $31,895 (OTR)
> The 2022 Hyundai Ioniq hybrid has a $23,600 starting price, which is among the lowest in the Hybrid Cars class
> 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV should remain close to the current model that ranges from $28,795 to $33,295 (with destination).
> The price range for the Renault Zoe varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $33,990 and going to $40,480 for the latest year the model was manufactured.
> Currently, the Rear-Wheel Drive trim of the Tesla Model 3 starts at an MSRP of $40,240 with zero upgrades
Riiiight. Totally the lowest prices. Note that outside the US market they also tack on import/customs fees, making them ridiculously overpriced.
They may be pretty good at not rolling over, but so is any other EV with a low mounted battery. As for the build quality, the panel line jokes are basically popular culture by now. I'm sure legacy manufacturers can at least build a car body to spec. And include things like dials and buttons, which apparently aren't cost effective enough to Tesla's liking for the Model 3.
Tesla could lower prices to undercut most of their competition and still make money.