In order to make the Aptera affordable to the widest possible consumer base, I recommend that battery packs be available in multiple sizes, e.g., 350 miles (32 kWh), 700 miles (64 kWh), and 1000 miles (100 kWh, which I frankly think is overkill). Also, given the very low WHr/mile efficiency of the Aptera, having a 120V charge port makes a good deal of sense for those who want to charge overnight at home, obtaining roughly 14 miles of charge per hour connected, which for a 10 hour charge would be a resounding 140 miles of charge. That way, an $1000-1500 L2 charger installation expense can also be avoided.
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Looks like Aptera has pretty much covered all the bases as to sizes of battery packs. I personally have opted for a 60kwh pack. By careful driving I have been able to squeeze 360 miles per charge from my 2017 Bolt but with a poor drag coefficient of over .3 freeway speeds drop range by more than 100 miles.