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Originally Posted by motorhead
This is the kind of think that has helped to put us were we are to today.
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Which would be....where?
The Volt proved that GM can build a technologically superior EV. It was never intended to be a high-volume seller in the beginning of its life (I believe the original estimate was 10,000 Volts in the first year of production...they've bumped that up due to demand...). But it was nonetheless developed as a torch-bearer for GM in the eco-friendly segment of vehicles. Much like Corvette is the be-all-end all in GM's performance lineup, GM cars will never get more fuel efficient than the Volt. It also answered the cries of the many who want to save fuel for their own reasons...and are willing to pay for it. People have responded...while taking into account its relatively high price tag, it's won awards and accolades some manufacturers DREAM of getting for a brand new released car.
I haven't seen a single commercial, ad, or public statement that pushing the vehicle as an economically viable choice. So I simply disagree with your assertion that that is how they're presenting the Volt to the public.
But maybe I should rephrase to better express the point I wanted to make:
It was not designed to save the driver money in the short term over a small subcompact car like the Fiesta, or even the compact Cruze. But with its long list of standard equipment, serene level of ride-quality, and at a lease rate of $350/mo....maybe compare it to a well-equipped Malibu...or even the Impala. Like the one my parents just purchased for roughly $350/mo.
Then it starts making $h!t-tons of sense.
I suspect you just don't like this car....I don't know why,
but I'm sure I can respect your reasons. Still, that doesn't help me understand why you and others try at every turn to tear the car down. If it's not your cup of tea, fine -- I can get that, and I'm certainly not saying you HAVE to like it. But why spend all this time crapping on other people's parade?