What first name would you like to appear in the review?
Ed
What is the make and model of your EV?
MG5 Exclusive 52kWh
What year was your EV registered?
2021
How long have you owned your EV?
0 – 1 year
What is the mileage on your EV?
1,000 – 5,000 miles
How many EVs have you owned?
This is my first
What is the average mileage range you achieve from your EV when fully charged?
180
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Why did you choose this car?
Boot size v cost. I was looking for an EV to replace my VW Passat.
Positives – List 3 or more reasons why you love this car?
- Fast off the line
- Simple to drive
- Has most of the gadgets I need.
Negatives – List 3 or more things that you really don’t like about this car?
- The infotainment system is a bit slow and rough around the edges
- The auto-hold isn’t as smooth as I’d like
- The folding wing-mirrors seem a bit cheap. They require silicon grease to stop them from squeaking.
Surprise us! Tell us something surprising about this car?
The car is fast off the line.
What car are you interested in next and why?
VW ID4. It has the size and a few more of the gizmos I’d like. As it’s from a more mainstream manufacturer I think it will be easier to be repaired by third party mechanics.
What home charging unit do you use? Would you recommend it to others and why?
I have no home charging.
What home electricity supplier & tariff do you use? Would you recommend it to others and why?
Octopus.
What public charging networks do you use? Would you recommend them to others and why?
Instavolt because it just works.
Who do you insure your EV with? Would you recommend them to others and why?
Quotemehappy.
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