Geoff drives an Audi e-tron 55 95kWh 2020.
This is Geofff’s first electric car, he’s owned the Audi e-tron from new and drives 10,000-15,000 miles annually. The current mileage of the car is between 40,000-50,000 miles and he achieves 220 miles from a full charge.
Why did you choose this Audi e-tron 55?
Audi quality, power acceleration, size and versatility. Towing capacity too.
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Positives – List 3 or more reasons why you love this electric car
- Quality ride
- quiet
- low running cost.
Negatives – List 3 or more things that you really don’t like about this electric car
- Camera mirrors
- poor reversing camera
- foot operated tailgate that bites my head off
- app that’s a bit flakey.
Have you experienced any faults with the car? If so, what have they been?
Water in camera mirrors, changed under warranty.
What are the standout technological features of the car?
- Charging speed
- acceleration
- refinement
- multi-media interface.
Surprise us! Tell us something people wouldn’t readily know about this electric car
Brilliant tow vehicle and excellent in snow and ice.
What electric car(s) are you interested in next and why?
Audi e-tron – just got better, more range.
Home charging unit – outline both positive & negative elements
Pod Point – works fine, app is good & easy to use. Don’t know if it will be clever enough in future with new tariffs though.
Electricity supplier & tariff – outline both positive & negative elements
Octopus E7 – fine for EV charging and home energy use. Taken forever to get a smart meter but that’s because of where we live.
What public charging networks would you recommend to others and why?
IONITY and InstaVolt never let me down. ChargePlace Scotland becoming old and unreliable.
Insurer – outline both positive & negative elements
Direct Line – price is reasonable but never had to claim so can’t comment.
Please itemise where you’re saving money owning & running an electric car
PCP is expensive but it’s an expensive car. Equivalent diesel would be less. No road tax at the moment, service is included. Electric costs about £100 a month. Diesel would be about £340.
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