What first name would you like to appear in the review?
Bev Brown
What is the make and model of your EV?
BMW i3 94Ah REx
What year was your EV registered?
2017
How long have you owned your EV?
From new
What is the mileage on your EV?
40,000 – 50,000 miles
How many EVs have you owned?
This is my 3rd
What is the average mileage range you achieve from your EV when fully charged?
120
Why did you choose this car?
My first EV was the smaller battery i3 and we loved the car but wanted more range.
Positives
- Feeling of driving the future
- It’s a TARDIS
- Turning circle.
Negatives
- Lack of lateral support in the seat
- Lack of OTA updates
- Only 4 seats.
Tell us something surprising about this car?
It has a turning circle similar to a London Taxi and is a dream to park.
What car are you interested in next and why?
BMW i4
What home charging unit do you use? Would you recommend it to others and why?
EO – yes, reliable, discreet and tidy.
What home electricity supplier & tariff do you use? Would you recommend it to others and why?
Octopus Go Faster – yes, cheap and flexible.
What public charging networks do you use? Would you recommend them to others and why?
- IONITY – easy to use and reliable.
- InstaVolt – easy to use and reliable
- GRIDSERVE – easy to use, good locations and reliable.
Who do you insure your EV with? Would you recommend them to others and why?
Churchill – good name and UK-based.
