doug

Comparison with the Roadster.

Laurent

RS vs. S

stopcrazypp

I can see why they said it looks a bit like an aston, it also has a mouth-like front grille, but beyond that, not really.

They obviously incorporated the Roadster's lower grille and maybe even the headlights. The rear details are unclear, so can't comment on that. Hopefully we see the final design soon!

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TEG

I don't know why they need the big "mouth". With electric motors being so much more efficient than gas engines, there is a lot less heat to reject. You probably don't need as much airflow as with a 'gasser', so a more sleek nose would seem to be possible.

graham

I was wondering the exact same thing. Isn't the grille on the Volt fake? And it even has an engine.

Joseph

I've always wondered the same thing. I mean, the EV1 didn't even have a grille. Why does the Roadster have such a huge (for EV standards) grille?

I'm guessing it's mostly for looks?

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TEG

That "oval mouth up high" makes me think Ford Taurus, unfortunately.

domenick

I found this design to be a little disappointing. I'd be curious to know the exact lineage of the sketch since I suspect it that, if it is a child of Tesla, it will be disowned.

Brent

Yeah...I see the Buick LaCrosse, but either way, sorta bland styling. Although if the Toyota Camry can sell zillions, maybe bland styling isn't all bad.

TEG