Baz354 drives a Nissan LEAF e+ Tekna 2019 electric car.
This is Baz’s fifth electric car, he’s owned the LEAF under 1 year and drives 5,000-10,000 miles annually. The current mileage of the car is between 20,000-30,000 miles and he achieves 200 miles range from a full charge.
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Why did you choose this electric car?
2nd LEAF owned – e-pedal!
Positives – List 3 or more reasons why you love this electric car
- Range
- e-pedal
- cruise control.
Negatives – List 3 or more things that you really don’t like about this electric car
- No auto boot
- auto headlights slow response
- no auto lock.
Have you experienced any faults with the car? If so, what have they been?
Wing mirrors not opening automatically – new mirrors fitted under warranty – still stick occasionally.
What are the standout tech features of the car?
e-pedal & auto lane control.
Surprise us! Tell us something people wouldn’t readily know about this electric car
The ability to drive smoothly and safely with the use of only one pedal – the throttle.
What electric car are you interested in next and why?
Any affordable with an e-pedal.
What home charging unit do you use? Would you recommend it to others and why?
Rolec
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What home electricity supplier & tariff do you use? Would you recommend it to others and why?
Octopus Go – yes. Company helpful and quick to respond to queries.
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What public charging networks would you recommend to others and why?
Gridserve – spacious forecourts with plenty of charge points, toilets & refreshments.
List your top 3 favourite public charging networks (in order of preference)
Gridserve – Beaconsfield services M40 & Oxford services M40.
Who do you insure your electric car with? Would you recommend them to others and why?
Tesco – no, take too long to settle claim.
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Estimate how much money you save per month owning and running an electric car compared to a petrol/diesel car
£100
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