Gary drives a Hyundai Kona Electric 64kWh 2020 electric car.

This is Gary’s first electric car, he’s owned the Hyundai Kona Electric from new and drives under 5,000 miles annually. The current mileage of the car is between 5,000-10,000 miles and he achieves 280 miles range from a full charge.

Why did you choose the Hyundai Kona Electric?

After test driving the Renault Zoe, the Vauxhall Corsa-e and a MG I was really impressed with the Kona, both with the range, ease of driving and look.

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

• Style
• price
• range.

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

• Position of charge point
• rear legroom
• ride.

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

None

What are the standout technological features of the car?

• Lane control assist
• Modes of operation – Eco/Eco+/Comfort/Sport
• Heads up display.

Surprise us! Tell us something people wouldn’t readily know about this electric car

The fact that I can communicate with the car via an app. This allows me to cool/heat the vehicle prior to charging. I can also check the charging status and remote lock/unlock.

What electric car(s) are you interested in next and why?

I will probably stay with the Kona as it delivers everything I need.

Home charging unit – outline both positive & negative elements 

Pod Point 7kW – it is very easy to use and has an excellent charging scheduler. The integration with our solar panels could be better, automatically using solar power rather than exporting it.

Electricity supplier & tariff – outline both positive & negative elements 

Green Energy EV7 – excellent 7p/unit rate from midnight to 7am and reasonable day rate too.

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

Electric Blue is the only one I have used. It is very easy to use and the phone app is excellent.

Insurer – outline both positive & negative elements 

Saga insurance which is competitive and provides excellent cover.

Itemise how much money you’re saving monthly owning & running your Hyundai Kona Electric

£40

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