2023 BMW i7
#511
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#512
Lexus Fanatic
But buyers who come from ICE cars who are probably the largest buyers of an i7 or EQS vs conquests from Tesla aren't used to a frunk, so to us its not a big deal.
#513
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definitely not a big deal to not have a frunk, just seems insane to have that giant hood space, no ice engine, and STILL no room for a frunk.
#515
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#516
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Multiple manufacturers have done market research on this and discovered the contrary. Most EV users don't use their frunks which is why designers are largely not prioritizing it on cars. Mercedes, BMW, and Cadillac are examples of automakers that have said as much. Right now this is a boon to many carmakers because they can place many non-EV optimized parts in this area that are shared with their ICE vehicles.
#518
Lexus Fanatic
So I spent a lot of time with one today, about 45 minutes. I didn't drive it but I had the key and was able to play with all the tech. It does look better in person, it looks less tall, but they had a 2022 on the floor also and undeniably the previous car is better looking, inside and out IMO. The interior is very high quality, seats are extremely comfortable. I really want to see one without the M Sport package, I think it would look much better. That would have to be an i7.
Worst angle on the car in person oddly enough is the rear...
Worst angle on the car in person oddly enough is the rear...
#519
EV ftw!!!
I use mine for grocery shopping all the time. It's just the right size so that nothing is flying around in the comparatively much bigger trunk. I have to drive so slowly whenever I have groceries in the trunk as opposed to the frunk.
If I pick up take out food, it's perfect for that too , the bags stay upright and no food smell comes into the car.
I'd use mine even more if it was powered. On an expensive car like an S, it should be powered.
#520
Lexus Fanatic
If it gives the car a normal profile, then I am all down for trading the frunk for that. Tesla has done a good job making the Model S beautiful, but none of their other models are...
As for things rolling around in the trunk, I love the trunk box that Mercedes uses:
As for things rolling around in the trunk, I love the trunk box that Mercedes uses:
#521
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#522
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#523
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It is very useful, at least you get one stock. I had to import one for my Audis along with many other little things like that. For whatever reason they don't bother offering them stateside
#524
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I do, you push the little silver button and it pops back up in the frame and slides back under the parcel shelf like a drawer. Really cool feature.
Here's a video of its operation:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dbZ86qf1Vpk
Here's a video of its operation:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dbZ86qf1Vpk
Last edited by patgilm; 01-15-23 at 09:33 AM.
#525
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I would rent one for a week or so to make sure I liked it