There are a few counter arguments to that idea, many of those linked to battery weight. An efficient car with a 40-50 kWh battery could weigh at least 200-250kg

There are a few counter arguments to that idea, many of those linked to battery weight. An efficient car with a 40-50 kWh battery could weigh at least 200-250kg less than a 85kWh one. This has a direct effect on: - energy consumption. Having to drag along 250kg is not free. - maintenance cycles. Tires, brakes and more need more frequent maintenance on a heavier car. - road maintenance (!) A simple 7.2 kW charger is more than enough to charge a 40-50 kWh battery overnight. That's plenty for a large majority of use cases. Proper charging infrastructure can help one along on the exceptional further trip. Also, don't underestimate the number of people that don't want or can't spend 5000€ on a car.