James Paulin drives an MG ZS EV 45kWh 2019.

This is James’s first electric car, he’s owned the MG ZS EV 1-2 years and drives 15,000-20,000 miles annually. The current mileage of the car is between 20,000-30,000 miles and he achieves 135 miles from a full charge.

Why did you choose the MG ZS EV?

Value for money, comfortable and roomy interior. Garage also local.

Positives 

• Value for money
• roomy interior
• good range.

Negatives

• Infotainment system average.

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

• Climate control blower problem – rectified by garage
• near side blind spot sensor faulty – still to be rectified by garage.

What are the standout technological features of the car?

Adaptive cruise control, lane assist, auto high beam & blind spot mirror sensors.

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

There’s generally a lot of tech in this car for the money.

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

MG4 EV

Home charging unit 

OHME Home Pro – easy to use the charger via the app. You can put a minimal charge into the battery or a full charge and can control how long the charge takes. Bluetooth signal has been lost a few times but generally reliable.

Electricity supplier & tariff

M&S Everyday Tariff – isn’t the best because there’s no off-peak tariff, so no advantage to charge overnight.

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

bp pulse is good but quite expensive.

Insurer

esure gave me a cheap quote, that’s it really!

Please itemise where you’re saving money (or not) owning & running a MG ZS EV

My place of work (LIDL) offers free charging.

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