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Old 09-01-2015, 09:26 PM   #46 (permalink)
redpoint5
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As long as the Cd isn't worse, or the usable passenger space decreased, I approve of the design. The car mostly adopts the form follows function design principle, and the fact that it still remains aesthetically acceptable to most people is quite the accomplishment. Most cars are designed with a function follows form principle, which is how we end up with Escalades and PT Cruisers.

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Did anybody ELSE notice how 'small' the actual rear hatch-window area is that's NOT blacked out...the actual usable viewable area?
It's purposely small to limit the driver's ability to see the angry tailgaters following dangerously close behind.


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I am also hoping to see the buttress for the shifter go away completely, as it limits leg space.
I like the flying buttress and am 6'2" tall. I feel that the space is more usable since the underside tray can hold many items, and mostly conceal them from the outside view. If I leave my phone in there, I'm reasonably confident that people won't see it and then be tempted to break in.
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