Replacing the Tesla?

[wdc330i]

Originally Posted by John V

I'd probably do one of the Korean EV appliances, certainly over an A4 and likely over a Mach-E.

I think they are hard to get these days and have a fairly hefty ADM. But, still probably cheaper than anything Audi or BMW.

Speaking of which, there is also the X4. I have never driven one to see if they are more fun to drive than the X3. But, they certainly offer less utility, so they have that going for them. LOL.

I think the Mach-E is great looking for an SUV, BTW. But, I do worry about Ford reliability.

[John V]

The styling of the Mach-E doesn't work for me. Every time I see one I'm reminded how much it looks like a V6 mustang on stilts (mostly because of the narrow wheels and tires I think). Tremendously dorky. And yeah, Ford reliability.

[Josh (PA)]

Does that hatchback design of the i4 or 440GC like WDC has help with the luggage issue?

[JST]

Surprisingly, I think the Jetta has more room than the BMW (partly because the spare lives under the floor). I’ve thought about using that as a trip car; it’s not impossible. And maybe I could get a roof box for it.

The EV6 prices out nearly the same as the Mustang and its range is a whole lot worse.

[John V]

Originally Posted by JST

The EV6 prices out nearly the same as the Mustang and its range is a whole lot worse.

OK, what am I missing? I did a quick search on range for the two cars

Looks like the EPA-estimated range for the Mach E is 247 miles for the Premium RWD model with the standard battery, and 310 miles with the Extended-range battery.

For the EV6, it's 232 miles for the Standard Range RWD model and 310 miles for the long-range RWD model. That does not seem to be "a whole lot worse."

[Josh (PA)]

Guessing Taycans are just too expensive for what you get?

[wdc330i]

Once you jam an aftermarket spare in the GC, there's very little cargo room left and it would need to be soft duffel-type bags...Definitely a plus for the Audis...

[JST]

Taycans yes are expensive and pretty small inside (except for the wagon, which is even more expensive).

[FC]

How about the new i5 if you can wait a few months. Not cheap, for sure but it seems nice and roomy and the looks are not terribly objectionable.

https://www.bmwusa.com/future-vehicles/i5.html

[wdc330i]

Originally Posted by FC

How about the new i5 if you can wait a few months. Not cheap, for sure but it seems nice and roomy and the looks are not terribly objectionable.

https://www.bmwusa.com/future-vehicles/i5.html

There are also rumors of some sort of M5 wagon hybrid thingy for 2023. But, the price will be stratospheric.

What about the electric Macan? That's coming up quickly, no? Probably not much more room than my GC, though...

It all makes the A4 wagon seem like the strongest option. How hard would it be to lower it?

Then there's the upcoming 5 sedan. That is bound to be pretty nice and far roomier/comfortable than any 3 series platform vehicle. They may keep the PHEV as well...