Rivian R2, R3 and R3X

[Dadhawk]

Originally Posted by WolfpackS2k

One can say they don't appreciate the exterior design, but to dismiss (over that) in favor of a Tesla seems like an overreaction. (Talking about vs Tesla, as they don't operate in the same marketplace as Rivian.)

The S is the only Tesla where I would consider the exterior design, but truth be told, I would NEVER EVER buy a car where I did not like the exterior design, I don't care how great a car it is.

We all have our starting points, and our do not cross points, and that is mine. It's the primary reason, for example, I didn't even consider a GEN2 86.

[Sasquachulator]

Originally Posted by alphasaur

interior or exterior is like a 90s GM?

I've seen them driving and they look really good IMO

Part of its problem is they do NOT look like 6 figure cars...not even close.

Same problem with the Mercedes EQ sedans...those things look like melted Corollas.

The Cadillac Celestiq has a similar problem. The thing is big and gives off a hugely substantial vibe...but for 300k? no thanks.

[Dadhawk]

Originally Posted by Sasquachulator

Part of its problem is they do NOT look like 6 figure cars...not even close.

Same problem with the Mercedes EQ sedans...those things look like melted Corollas.

Yea, that pretty much describes how I feel about it as well.

Originally Posted by Sasquachulator

The Cadillac Celestiq has a similar problem. The thing is big and gives off a hugely substantial vibe...but for 300k? no thanks.

I little different scenario though, since the Celestiq will be hand built to the owner's specifications, explaining the price. Not that I would buy one.

I'm quite happy with my LYRIQ, which I frankly think is a better looking vehicle then either of these (including the Celestiq) even though the LYRIQ is on the large size.

[alphasaur]

Originally Posted by Sasquachulator

Part of its problem is they do NOT look like 6 figure cars...not even close.

Same problem with the Mercedes EQ sedans...those things look like melted Corollas.

The Cadillac Celestiq has a similar problem. The thing is big and gives off a hugely substantial vibe...but for 300k? no thanks.

I mean the lucid air pure is $70k

I sort of see what you're saying, but I don't think any 70k audi/mercedes/bmw looks significantly better than the lucid

[Spuds]

Originally Posted by Dadhawk

Exterior primarily. Looks like a 1990's Chevy Lumina LTZ to me, with as slightly modern twist to it.

Lol people see strange comparisons I guess. I know a guy that really dislikes the wagon profile because they look like "old people cars".

[WolfpackS2k]

I've seen several in person and while the exterior design is somewhat generic, it still gives off a premium atmosphere. It's a far cry from Teslas with paint inferior to mom and pop respray shops.

I agree with Dadhawk though, and would never buy a car where I don't like the exterior design. However I wouldn't pick, as an alternative, a vehicle that's only redeeming qualities are the drivetrain and charging network.

[Dadhawk]

Originally Posted by WolfpackS2k

I agree with Dadhawk though, and would never buy a car where I don't like the exterior design. However I wouldn't pick, as an alternative, a vehicle that's only redeeming qualities are the drivetrain and charging network.

Well, as I said, I wouldn't buy a Tesla either so there is that. I'm just saying I like the styling of the S better than the Air, but that ain't saying much.

[wbradley]

The shape of the Lucid Air resembles the LUmina.

[Dadhawk]

Originally Posted by wbradley

The shape of the Lucid Air resembles the LUmina.

Yea, like I said, a modernized version. I could see how you get from A to B (or in this case L to A) over a couple of generations.

[Spuds]

Originally Posted by wbradley

The shape of the Lucid Air resembles the LUmina.

Not seeing it. I mean they both look like sedans and they are both white in that comparison.

[wbradley]

Maybe if you roll the fenders on the Lumina and install 22" wheels it would be more obvious.
Lucid Air looks like a jellybean rounded 3 box design with giant wheel cutouts. And a waist contour to break up the otherwise featureless side view. Mercury Sable is probably a better comparison.

[Spuds]

Originally Posted by wbradley

Maybe if you roll the fenders on the Lumina and install 22" wheels it would be more obvious.
Lucid Air looks like a jellybean rounded 3 box design with giant wheel cutouts. And a waist contour to break up the otherwise featureless side view. Mercury Sable is probably a better comparison.

You just described every modern sedan. Especially if they come in white or beige, or silver, or gray.

[WolfpackS2k]

Originally Posted by Spuds

You just described every modern sedan. Especially if they come in white or beige, or silver, or gray.

Exactly. They're both sedans and they both have curves. That's it.

[Sasquachulator]

Originally Posted by Dadhawk

Yea, like I said, a modernized version. I could see how you get from A to B (or in this case L to A) over a couple of generations.

I cant really see modernized Lumina either.
But it does have a fairly generic shape.

And the fascia...oh man...every electric car seems to be using that type of slit headlights flanking a thin "grille".