Richard drives a Jaguar I-PACE 2021 electric car.

This is Richard’s first electric car, he’s owned the I-PACE from new and drives between 5,000-10,000 miles annually. The current mileage of the car is between 1,000-5,000 miles and he achieves 240 miles range from a full charge.

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Why did you choose the I-PACE?

It drives really, really nicely. The interior is very comfortable, it had physical buttons and controls instead of a giant touchscreen.

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

• Driving experience
• Comfort
• Build quality
• Interior space.

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

• Position of charge port
• Charging speed.

Have you experienced any faults with the car? If so, what have they been?

Heater failure.

What are the standout tech features of your car?

• 3D surround cameras
• Over the air updates
• Cruise control with steering assist.

Surprise us! Tell us something people wouldn’t readily know about this I-PACE.

It is still one of the best driving EVs on the market.

What electric car are you interested in next and why?

Fisker Ocean – it’s just a bit whacky.

What home charging unit do you use? Would you recommend it to others and why?

Pod Point and yes if you don’t have solar.

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What home electricity supplier & tariff do you use? Would you recommend it to others and why?

Octopus Go – it’s a good tariff but depends on your mileage.

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What public charging networks would you recommend to others and why?

• InstaVolt
• Gridserve
• Osprey

They’re just reliable.

List your top 3 favourite public charging networks (in order of preference).

• Gridserve
• InstaVolt
• Osprey.

Who do you insure your electric car with? Would you recommend them to others and why?

Aviva – cost was the biggest decider.

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Estimate how much money you save per month owning and running an electric car compared to a petrol/diesel car.

£150.

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