KernowKENSA drives a Škoda ENYAQ iV 60 Loft 2022.
This is Kernows’s second electric car, they’ve owned the Škoda ENYAQ from new and drive 10,000-15,000 miles annually. The current mileage of the car is between 5,000-10,000 miles and they achieves 200 miles from a full charge.
Why did you choose the Škoda ENYAQ?
Value for money initially but now I have come to appreciate the overall competence of the car. Very comfortable, spacious and a practical design have made me really appreciate this versus my previous Mercedes GLC diesel.
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Positives – List 3 or more reasons why you love this electric car
- Comfort
- space
- practicality.
Negatives – List 3 or more things that you really don’t like about this electric car
Sat nav is a bit basic but improving with updates.
Have you experienced any faults with the car? If so, what have they been?
No
What are the standout technological features of the car?
Adaptive cruise control, comfortable suspension & a big screen.
Surprise us! Tell us something people wouldn’t readily know about this electric car
Ability to preheat the car particularly when it’s -7 C.
What electric car(s) are you interested in next and why?
KIA EV6 due to 800V architecture
Home charging unit – outline both positive & negative elements
Simple Chargemaster dumb unit – relies on car timer to match charging with off-peak electric supply period.
Electricity supplier & tariff – outline both positive & negative elements
Octopus Go Faster is superb – 7.5p per unit for 4 hours from 21:30. They really seem to try to be helpful and respond quickly to queries.
What public charging networks would you recommend to others and why?
IONITY, Osprey and InstaVolt appear to be the most reliable.
Insurer – outline both positive & negative elements
Cornmarket provide good pricing for Advanced Motorists and easy contact on the phone with real people.
Please itemise where you’re saving money owning & running a Škoda ENYAQ
Fuel cost – home charging is 1/10th the cost of diesel & servicing is much cheaper and only every 2 years.
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