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[Sparkie]

Of course no one is asking for less range. My point is dragging around the weight of batteries for range you don’t need costs efficiency. I think there is a benefit to not paying for more than what I need. As much as I would appreciate the additional range of the larger battery, if I don’t need it, why drag around the additional weight and compromise efficiency?

Yup. Furthermore, I apply that same logic regarding 4 doors on a pickup truck.