MG5 Long Range 61kWh 2021, John – EV Owner Review

MG5 Long Range 61kWh 2021, John - EV Owner Review

What first name would you like to appear in the review?
John

 

What is the make and model of your EV?
MG5 Long Range 61kWh

 

What year was your EV registered?
2021

 

How long have you owned your EV?
From new

 

What is the mileage on your EV?
0 – 500 miles

 

How many EVs have you owned?
This is my 2nd

 

What is the average mileage range you achieve from your EV when fully charged?
280

 

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Why did you choose this car?
Practicality – great range, boot & cabin space.

 

Positives – List 3 or more reasons why you love this car?

  • Price
  • Range
  • Great rear leg room.

 

Negatives – List 3 or more things that you really don’t like about this car?

  • Not 1 pedal operation like BMW i3
  • Poor storage for bits n’ bobs in front cabin
  • Mediocre alloy wheel designs.

 

Surprise us! Tell us something surprising about this car?
It looks better up close.

 

What car are you interested in next and why?
Mustang Mach E…because its beautiful.

 

What home charging unit do you use? Would you recommend it to others and why?
16amp/3.6KW wall charger, 2nd hand and installed professionally. Saved hundreds from new and it’s convenient.

 

What home electricity supplier & tariff do you use? Would you recommend it to others and why?
Standard tariff – I have solar panels so I charge my car during the day so don’t need an off-peak one.

 

What public charging networks do you use? Would you recommend them to others and why?
I use Polar, £8 a month and local charger. So sometimes I drive there, park up for a couple of hours and go for a long walk. Helps motivate me to get out.

 

Who do you insure your EV with? Would you recommend them to others and why?
Currently with Admiral, ensure you search around.

 

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