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Probably true, but at the same time, some electric cars are pretty darn fun to drive.


Of currently available models, isn't that essentially ... one of them? And only in a straight line. Electrics have a ways to go before they're suitable candidates for things like track days.


Arguably the Model 3 isn't "currently available" but Motor Trend is a big fan for more than straight lines:

"The Model 3 is so unexpected scalpel-like, I’m sputtering for adjectives. The steering ratio is quick, the effort is light (for me), but there’s enough light tremble against your fingers to hear the cornering negotiations between Stunt Road and these 235/40R19 tires (Continental ProContact RX m+s’s). And to mention body roll is to have already said too much about it."

http://www.motortrend.com/cars/tesla/model-3/2018/exclusive-...


Even a Leaf is fun due to the constant acceleration.


Modern automatics though provide similar constant acceleration. Even better are dual clutch transmissions. About 8ms between gear shifts.


With a lot more engineering and complicated drivetrain mechanics, yes. An EV drivetrain is at least an order of magnitude less complex.


The i3 is also surprisingly nice to drive around town, at least compared to the Leaf and Zoe.




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