Mark Jeffery drives a Renault Megane E-Tech Launch Edition 63kWh 2022.
This is Mark’s first electric car, he’s owned the Megane E-Tech less than 1 year and drives 10,000-15,000 miles annually. The current mileage of the car is between 500-1,000 miles and he achieves 200 miles from a full charge.
Why did you choose the Renault Megane E-Tech?
The car is very smooth and refined with good integration of Google Assistant.
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Positives – List 3 or more reasons why you love this electric car
- Smooth acceleration
- easy to use Google Assistant and Apple CarPlay
- rides really well, very quiet.
Negatives – List 3 or more things that you really don’t like about this electric car
Initial problems with alarm (now fixed).
Have you experienced any faults with the car? If so, what have they been?
- Initial problem with alarm (now fixed)
- can’t sign up to monetise card.
What are the standout technological features of the car?
- Google Assistant integration
- remote control for charging and heating
- override timer button on charger.
Surprise us! Tell us something people wouldn’t readily know about this electric car
The adaptive cruise control is really clever and a real advance over standard. If you change to a faster lane, it will accelerate even if the car in front is closer.
What electric car(s) are you interested in next and why?
BMW i4 & Porsche Taycan.
Home charging unit – outline both positive & negative elements
myenergi zappi 2 – the car doesn’t always charge overnight (on a schedule), which can be frustrating.
Electricity supplier & tariff – outline both positive & negative elements
Octopus offer a cheap rate (especially for electric cars between 00:30-04:30).
What public charging networks would you recommend to others and why?
I’ve used bp, Shell, GeniePoint etc. I wish they all just supported contactless debit/credit card.
Insurer- outline both positive & negative elements
Admiral – always been easy to use and competitive in price.
Please itemise where you’re saving money owning & running a Renault Megane E-Tech
£50/month.
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