Maybe, maybe not. I don't think it will ever be cheaper than a commuter bike. More convenient of course, but not cheaper. On most countries/states is also comp

Maybe, maybe not. I don't think it will ever be cheaper than a commuter bike. More convenient of course, but not cheaper. On most countries/states is also competing with small cars because you can't legally lane split. Right now I've got a loaner and it's a 4 seater, a Seat Mii. It consumes just a bit more than my bike and it's very small and cheap (around 6-7K new, cars are expensive around here).