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Old 10-19-2011, 02:21 AM   #12 (permalink)
Ladogaboy
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I'm concerned that this might fit in too narrow of a niche for Mitsubishi to see any real success. The 65 mile range is too limiting for most Americans (partly because of the way they drive), but this would be a perfect car for someone in, say, San Francisco. Also, I think the poor Cd might have more to do with the purpose of the car. It seems to me that Mitsubishi made an NEV that *can* go on the freeway if necessary.

As long as you stick to city driving, the Cd won't be as much of an issue, and I'm guessing the listed 65 mile range is probably conservative. I'm sure most of the hypermilers on this board would be able to hit close to 100 miles in stock trim.
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