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Originally Posted by AlexFL
Great job, Stein. Keep those reviews coming. Can you maybe add your grade (1-5) for price, performance, interior quality, etc.?
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Thanks.
Here's my attempt at scoring, although this is relative to its class and competitors such as the iD4, Model Y, Bolt, Kona EV, etc, so a 5/5 on a Mach-E is obviously not the same as a 5/5 on a Porsche.
Ford Mustang Mach-E
Price 3.5/5 - Middle of the pack pricing. Bolt EUV and Kona Electric offer more value, while Model Y requires more upfront cost. On par with iD4. Tax Credits still apply.
Performance 4.5/5 - Runner up for class-leading performance after Model Y.
Interior Quality 4/5 - Plenty of soft-touch materials and sturdy quality. Flimsy shifter and stalks offset an otherwise nicely furnished interior.
Practicality 4/5 - On par with iD4, Model Y still leads, Bolt and Kona lag behind, overall spacious for compact class and "coupe-like" looks.
Technology/Ergonomics 3/5 - Average and all touch, bit of a learning curve.
Handling/Driving Dynamics Best in class.
Design/Appeal 5/5 - Best in Class.
Conclusion An EV you'll actually want to buy, and finally a real Tesla-fighter.
Tesla Model Y
Price 2/5
Performance 5/5
Interior Quality 2.5/5
Practicality 5/5
Technology/Ergonomics 4/5
Handling/Driving Dynamics 3/5
Design/Appeal 3/5
Conclusion Does all things EV and Tech well, needs work as a car though.
VW iD4 First Edition RWD
Price 3.5/5
Performance 1/5
Interior Quality 3/5
Practicality 4/5
Technology/Ergonomics 1/5
Handling/Driving Dynamics* 2.5/5
Design/Appeal 2/5
*Have not driven, only rode as passenger. Driving dynamics based off of reviews and friend who did drive.
Conclusion VW makes a soulless commuter car that lacks the perks of other VW's while still retaining all of their faults.
Chevy Bolt*
Price 5/5
Performance 3/5
Interior Quality 2/5
Practicality 2/5
Technology/Ergonomics 3.5/5
Handling/Driving Dynamics 2.5/5
Design/Appeal 1/5
*New Bolt and Bolt EUV to replace current model.
Conclusion The frugal choice, no other reason to buy this.
Hyundai Kona EV
Price 4/5
Performance 3/5
Interior Quality 3/5
Practicality 3/5
Technology/Ergonomics 4/5
Handling/Driving Dynamics 3/5
Design/Appeal 3/5
Conclusion Nice and well rounded, but wait for a real effort with the Ioniq5.