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Well, most of us do.
But its much more expensive.
And (with current battery tech), a pure EV ultimately yields a car that's much, much heavier.
And a range extender can be absolutely tiny since the "average" horsepower needed for typical driving is actually quite small. I think its also more palatable to potential buyers with EV range anxiety.
Weight has never been a detractor. SUVs even took market share away from lighter cars. Look it up. If you keep the EV long enough, you make up for the upfront battery cost with long term gasoline savings.
I’m not trying to criticize EVs, for those who can afford them.
But there material heavy, and if you need range, expensive at the moment. Not everyone can afford that.
And a range extender is a great way around that, especially in budget vehicles.
You fell in the trap of only looking only at the upfront cost of a new car, rather than cost of ownership over 5-10 years, not to mention second-hand cars. You can find an EV at any price point. Yearly cost is what matters.