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Originally Posted by wjbender
These plug in hybrids would have more appeal if the range was more like 100 miles. Range could be increased by a ground up design that cut 1000 lbs off the weight. We also need the next generation of batteries to arrive for commercial use. The Lithium Ion batteries add considerable weight and cost.
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The problem is battery energy density. This X5 goes a little more than 10 miles on battery. For a stay at home parent who makes only short trips to and from home it is an electric car. For someone with a long commute, especially without a charging station when at work, it is an underpowered gas car. The reality is this technology is in the early stages but being forced into production by regulators.
I bet it would not go very far on battery during Houston's hot and humid summer.