BrianID3 drives a Volkswagen ID.3 Family Pro 58kWh 2022 electric car.
This is Brian’s sixth electric car, he’s owned the Volkswagen ID.3 from new and drives under 5,000 miles annually. The current mileage of the car is between 1,000-5,000 miles and he achieves 290 miles range from a full charge.
Why did you choose the Volkswagen ID.3?
- Style and quality build
- Low cost motoring
- Drive comfort and safety
- Apple Pay.
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Positives – List 3 or more reasons why you love this electric car
- It’s quick in local driving terms and easy to drive
- Easy charging at home with the app on my mobile.
Negatives – List 3 or more things that you really don’t like about this electric car
- No spare tyre!
- Occasional issues with updates
- Heavy charging cable (I am in my 80s).
Have you experienced any faults with the car? If so, what have they been?
No issues at all but awaiting a dealer service update.
What are the standout technological features of the car?
- Lane assist
- Auto braking
- Headlights follow the corners
- Auto opening doors and e-motor as you sit down
- Love the haptic feedback on the steering wheel
- Swarm information on major roads and speed assist info
- Touchscreen so easy to use
- Auto braking in B drive
- Voice control of different functions.
Surprise us! Tell us something people wouldn’t readily know about this electric car
- Turning circle and easy parking
- It’s a quiet drive on motorways, you can chat with passengers
- The car remembers your journeys and reminds you
- Superb road handling on minor roads.
What electric car(s) are you interested in next and why?
I am unlikely to change this car, it is exactly what I need at my age.
Outline both positive & negative elements of your home charging unit
bp pulse
Outline both positive & negative elements of your electricity supplier & tariff
Utility Warehouse supplies my power – this year there was a price increase and I now pay 26.3p per unit.
What public charging networks would you recommend to others and why?
Aldi and other supermarkets free to use! I have experienced some problems charging on paid public chargers.
Outline both positive & negative elements of your insurer
My lease covers all the required information.
Itemise how much money you’re saving each month owning & running your electric car
£100
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