Al Smith drives a Mercedes EQA 250+ 66.5kWh 2022.
This is Al’s first electric car, he’s owned the Mercedes EQA from new and drives 5,000-10,000 miles annually. The current mileage of the car is between 1,000-5,000 miles and he achieves 220 miles from a full charge.
Why did you choose the Mercedes EQA?
Profit made on my diesel car, moving to a more green solution & lower running costs.
Positives – List 3 or more reasons why you love this electric car
- Good finish
- Mercedes me app
- comfort.
Negatives – List 3 or more things that you really don’t like about this electric car
- Was conned by the promise of 328 miles officially on a full charge but in reality I’m getting no more than 220 miles
- lack of available public chargers
- high number of faulty chargers
- high level of range anxiety.
Have you experienced any faults with the car? If so, what have they been?
Yes, it’s been in the garage 3 times to fix a coolant level fault.
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What are the standout technological features of the car?
The Mercedes me app.
Surprise us! Tell us something people wouldn’t readily know about this electric car
Auto open/close tailgate.
What electric car(s) are you interested in next and why?
None
Do you charge your electric car from home?
No
Do you use public charging networks?
Yes
What public charging networks would you recommend to others and why?
Locally, the only option is ChargePlace Scotland.
Insurer – outline both positive & negative elements
Swinton – cost +£100 more than my top of the range Range Rover Evoque.
Please itemise where you’re saving money (or not) owning & running an electric car
Not sure I’m getting any savings as I’m having to charge the car multiple times each week against once a fortnight with my previous diesel car.
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