There's right now only three EV models I would consider: Volvo EX30, Kia EV3 (due late in 2025) and the refreshed Chevrolet Bolt EUV with the new drivetrain and Ultium battery pack (due later this year).
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Yes, it's exactly that. A very expensive offer for whatever reason combined with being available only in 1 or 2 years or whatever. It already looks run of the mill now, where will it be in 2027....A great example of why some of the traditional manufacturers are left behind. I love initiatives, and this looks ok'ish. But, in my opinion already runs about 3–4 years behind in technology with very slow charging, terrible efficiency and a stupidly high price. Honda and Sony 🙈 such a shame.
Saying that, I bet they still sell a few just because of their names, and then wonder why they don't sell more...
AFEELA - EV | Sony Honda Mobility
AFEELA: A new generation of mobility pulsing with intelligence. Inviting you to be part of the future of mobility. Reserve yours now.www.shm-afeela.com
It's also weird advertising, are they selling sensors by the kilo or a car? At least mention the obivous LIDAR instalation instead of "40 sensors".
Immersive Entertainment Selection? Customizable Theme? Among others... Marketing mumbo jumbo running around.
And an extreme highlight on Tesla's charging? Do they know which company also sells cars that charge very well on Tesla's chargers? Now?
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I mean, a DC 150kWh max charging is very basic, as good as any public DC charger can do that. To release right now it should be over 200 at least, but from that pair one would reasonably expect right now 800V architecture and north of 300 charging.
Our US EV loving friends will probably find this Euro gizmo amusing
I like it. But looks a lot like a mini electric to me.Our US EV loving friends will probably find this Euro gizmo amusing
Yes, both cars compete more or less in the same size.
The styling is a sort of retro reinterpretation of the original Renault 5 in its Alpine version.
The styling is a sort of retro reinterpretation of the original Renault 5 in its Alpine version.
A lot more boxy on the old one though. But yes I can see the resemblance.Yes, both cars compete more or less in the same size.
The styling is a sort of retro reinterpretation of the original Renault 5 in its Alpine version.
I love it how they do bold colors. I received an invitation to their pre-press event in Amsterdam. Was great, and got to drive it even before the press. I quite like the Blue and Yellow combination. It was also great to see all the original 5s.Our US EV loving friends will probably find this Euro gizmo amusing
Well aware. I remember them well.The original design is from the 70s
Meanwhile here are the top selling UK cars for 2024.
Overall sales were up but mostly fleet buyers rather than private buyers.
Sure, 150 is basic but for a lot of folks it’s sufficient. Not everyone takes their cars on long roadtrips, a lot of folks drive well below 200 miles on a daily basis. So for the occasional roadtrip I might accept it if the price point is right. And that with this duo is questionable
It is. Our car is 155 kWh max. But that is a 4 year ago released model. This is a new entry at $89000 😬 Context is everything.
But technology moves on, you get 800v architecture for half the price from the Korean brands and the Chinese brands. And those designs are now also a year old.
so that Honda/Sony is already available? missed that. and I 100% agree, at 89k I'd expect 800V.
A great example of why some of the traditional manufacturers are left behind. I love initiatives, and this looks ok'ish. But, in my opinion already runs about 3–4 years behind in technology with very slow charging, terrible efficiency and a stupidly high price. Honda and Sony 🙈 such a shame.
Saying that, I bet they still sell a few just because of their names, and then wonder why they don't sell more...
AFEELA - EV | Sony Honda Mobility
AFEELA: A new generation of mobility pulsing with intelligence. Inviting you to be part of the future of mobility. Reserve yours now.
Well it figures when you turn cars into appliances that can only scare you with straight line speed.
Since the Afeela won't do that, it will hinge on the interior experience... but it probably won't hold up. The only parties who can sell based solely on that will soon be RR and the like.
The Chinese are coming and in this new reality of cars being disposable appliances, they will steamroller everything.
Personally, I'm in the process of getting out from my sole electric car and going back to a hybrid as a short-range runabout - something that can actually be a real appliance. The SUV *may* turn electric too but my primary cars will stay gas (or high-performance hybrid) for as long as I can.
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Undoubtedly robust, it is a Toyota. But very much removed from the kind of F1 approach that you brought into the conversation, as clearly explained in the video. We had a Prius once, with the 1.8VVT engine, we hated the thing. I hated how you could be standing still and the engine revs likes mad charging the batteries. I also hated how in hilly area there is so little power output, made me feel a bicycle would be quicker And the interior, well I could only stand so much recycled plastic in a lifetime. But yes, robust undoubtedly.
And the interior, well I could only stand so much recycled plastic in a lifetime. But yes, robust undoubtedly.Yes, the CVT gearbox with a lower powered engine is not a pleasant driving experience. I've experienced it in a more powerful Audi and it was good but had a terrible reputation for reliability. We've also had one in a Nissan Murano mated with the 3.5V6 (similar to the 350Z) and it really suited that car and relatively lazy yet strong V6.