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by wluu 3317 days ago
Higher capacity, tend to be more durable (with some still in service after 50+ years of service), and yes more energy efficient.

E-class trams [1] that are being deployed (46 in service and more added each month) here in Melbourne can carry up to 210 passengers (64 seated, 146 standing).

[1] https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/E-class_Melbourne_tram