Which EV would you get?

[Buck]

^ Likely that’ll be statistics based on crash percentages etc rather than just the value of the car and repair costs.

 

[CXRAndy]

Missed my chance to find a model X. Literally just a handful left, not the specification I wanted.

Oh well my Model S will have to do

 

[markemark]

Looking at the TSLA share price today it might be cheaper to buy Tesla than A Tesla!!

 

[MrGrumpy]

Mate at work had a software “upgrade “ on his model 3 , it’s got all the toys etc but after said patch he had no heating on the car !

Now not a dig at Tesla per se but I have to say I really don’t like the way modern cars are going . Too much software and appear to be too cover for their own good stupid , give me buttons and dials any day of the week . We don’t need all this tech !

As for which EVs , we drive an EQC , wife doesn’t like it I do , but if I was buying something again based on looks it would be something from Kia or Hyundai ? Possibly the Polestars as well but I’d have to get over my dislike for stupid big iPad screens !

I’m starting care less and less about cars these days and actually yearn for the day where public transport’s is second to none and is the default option to travel/ commute !

 

[fossyant]

Wouldn't mind a Renault 5, but £30k blimey. They will be £15k next year (used).

 

[cougie uk]

Wouldn't mine a Renault 5, but £30k blimey. They will be £15k next year (used).

You can get them new for 23k on Car Wow.

 

[Jameshow]

You can get them new for 23k on Car Wow.

But more for the long range version?

What's the range for the city version?

 

[CXRAndy]

Mate at work had a software “upgrade “ on his model 3 , it’s got all the toys etc but after said patch he had no heating on the car !

Now not a dig at Tesla per se but I have to say I really don’t like the way modern cars are going . Too much software and appear to be too cover for their own good stupid , give me buttons and dials any day of the week . We don’t need all this tech !

As for which EVs , we drive an EQC , wife doesn’t like it I do , but if I was buying something again based on looks it would be something from Kia or Hyundai ? Possibly the Polestars as well but I’d have to get over my dislike for stupid big iPad screens !

I’m starting care less and less about cars these days and actually yearn for the day where public transport’s is second to none and is the default option to travel/ commute !

Tesla is opposite to most of not all others. It is a software company that makes EVs. I like the update feature, 'Over The Air' never needs to go to a dealer. Yes very rarely it can hiccup, but is generally very easy to remedy, with a reboot. I once had to message Tesla, they reset my car and sent the update directly to my car there and then. 30 mins later all resolved.

 

[MrGrumpy]

Tesla is opposite to most of not all others. It is a software company that makes EVs. I like the update feature, 'Over The Air' never needs to go to a dealer. Yes very rarely it can hiccup, but is generally very easy to remedy, with a reboot. I once had to message Tesla, they reset my car and sent the update directly to my car there and then. 30 mins later all resolved.

The mere fact a car needs an OTA update , is kinda the point I’m making ! Over complicated with tech that the majority of us don’t need and is a distraction. I’m sure there was something on the radio last week about a poll , that suggested these big IPad like screens were not wanted and were actually a major distraction that we really don’t have a need for when driving ? Those are in a lot of cars now not just Tesla btw !

 

[CXRAndy]

I agree there is a lot of information at your finger tips. The use of voice commands is my preferred method or using the features when stopped. The vast majority of the screen is navigation.

OTA stuff is done whilst parked and can take 25-1hr5 depending on the age of the car. It's all done in the background. You just review the update which are mostly minor, there are some nice touches which give the car a slight refresh

It has really tipped the auto industry on its head. Remember when dealers would demand silly money for navigation updates and have you spend your time taking your car to the dealership for upgrades on the ECU

 

[MrGrumpy]

I agree there is a lot of information at your finger tips. The use of voice commands is my preferred method or using the features when stopped. The vast majority of the screen is navigation.

OTA stuff is done whilst parked and can take 25-1hr5 depending on the age of the car. It's all done in the background. You just review the update which are mostly minor, there are some nice touches which give the car a slight refresh

It has really tipped the auto industry on its head. Remember when dealers would demand silly money for navigation updates and have you spend your time taking your car to the dealership for upgrades on the ECU

Don’t ever recall having to take my cars to get any updates ?? My phone is probably all I need for Sat Nav as well . However I get your point about the simplicity now for updates . All I see now is motor factors charging for all the extras that was standard!

 

[dicko]

Renault Zoe every time. Reliable manufacturer, proven design, pleasing shape, comfy seats and affordable. Plenty secondhand too.
Second choice would be a Nissan Leaf.

 

[oxoman]

If I'm forced to go EV it would be the kia ev3 tbh i like the big ev9 as well as the polestar. Personally think the tesla stuff remind me of the cartoon cars of the jetsons. Wouldn't touch a batflu byd ev with a barge pole. I personally think hydrogen is the best option as lithium ore will eventually run out.

 

[cougie uk]

If I'm forced to go EV it would be the kia ev3 tbh i like the big ev9 as well as the polestar. Personally think the tesla stuff remind me of the cartoon cars of the jetsons. Wouldn't touch a batflu byd ev with a barge pole. I personally think hydrogen is the best option as lithium ore will eventually run out.

If you think hydrogen is the answer - you haven't been paying attention.