Kevin Talbot drives an MG5 EV Exclusive 2021 electric car.
This is Kevin’s first electric car, he’s owned the MG5 EV Exclusive under 1 year and drives 15,000-20,000 miles annually. The current mileage of the car is between 500-1,000 miles and he achieves 180 miles range from a full charge.
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Why did you choose the MG5 EV?
The MG5 EV was my 2nd choice. 1st choice was taking too long to come and I couldn’t wait any longer.
Positives
- Practical size
- easy to use
- low costs.
Negatives
- Poor tech
- no app
- dated looks.
Have you experienced any faults with the car? If so, what have they been?
None
What are the standout tech features of the car?
None, very basic.
Tell us something people wouldn’t readily know about this electric car.
Sport mode! Very quick for a dated looking estate car.
What electric car are you interested in next and why?
ENYAQ – was my 1st choice with a balance of space, cost and tech.
Home charging unit
Basic dumb charger – wouldn’t really recommend. Nothing wrong but nothing special.
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Home electricity supplier & tariff
Shell Energy – wouldn’t recommend them, bad time to review energy companies.
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What public charging networks would you recommend to others and why?
Pod Point – reasonable prices and work well.
List your top 3 favourite public charging networks (in order of preference)
- Pod Point
- Osprey
- Gridserve.
Insurer
Admiral – no issues or problems.
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Estimate how much money you save per month (or not) owning and running an electric car compared to a petrol/diesel car.
£70.
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