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> the actual quality and finish of the tesla is stupefying. It's unbelievably bad. I sat in a mazda recently that was much better by every measure. I’ve yet to
by function_seven 10y ago
> the actual quality and finish of the tesla is stupefying. It's unbelievably bad. I sat in a mazda recently that was much better by every measure.
I’ve yet to see one up close in person. When you rag on the interior fit and finish, are you talking about things like the quality of plastics used, gaps between panels, tactile feel of buttons, and so on? In other words, I’m assuming your complaint isn’t purely an aesthetic one (“I don’t like how it looks”), but rather an objective criticism on materials and engineering.
Here’s a litmus test: How’s the stitching on door panels and seats?
- ddalex 10y agoNever rode in one, but seen one in a Tesla shop - I was shocked at the low-quality plastic in the panels. Also, I don't think they use Italian leather and there is no good quality ebony wood to be found in it.
- hellweaver666 10y agoWhy would you want wood in a car? It's heavy and a pain in the ass to manufacture. Also... it's the 21st century and Tesla aren't trying to compete with Bentley.
- ddalex 10y agoBut these are not cheap cars. They are not competing with Toyotas, they are in the same price range as BMW Series 7 and Mercedes S-Class, executive-type limousine. So they need to be in the same range as the interior comfort. People are happy paying now limousine-class prices for £20-30,000 range quality and comfort, just because of the novelty and image that a Tesla projects. But how much longer can they sell in the image without reinforcing the image with the styling, comfort and quality that is to be expected of a £60,000 car ?
- ericd 10y agoMaybe some people are happy trading nice leather and wood for a much better engine.