Colin drives a Hyundai Kona Electric Ultimate 64kWh 2019.
This is Colin’s second electric car, he’s owned the Hyundai Kona Electric 5-6 years and drives 10,000-15,000 miles annually. The current mileage of the car is between 70,000-80,000 miles and he achieves 240 miles from an 80% charge.
Why did you choose the Hyundai Kona Electric?
Best range and spec at the time.
Positives
- Comfortable, responsive drive
- good equipment spec
- consistently good range.
Negatives
- Air con stopped working.
Compared to when you first bought the car, does your battery still charge at the same rate & do you still get the same range?
Yes, no noticeable change.
Have you experienced any faults with the car? If so, what have they been?
Air con stopped working effectively, 12v battery went faulty and central locking fault. Repaired under warranty.
What are the standout technological features of the car?
Excellent adaptive cruise control, heated seats and steering wheel.
Tell us something people wouldn’t readily know about your Kona Electric
Automatic lights are really good.
What’s the biggest or funniest myth you’ve heard about EVs?
That you have to replace the batteries every 2-3 years.
What electric car(s) are you interested in next and why?
Kia EV6 or Škoda Enyaq Coupe.
Home charging unit
Wallbox
Electricity supplier & tariff
British Gas EV tariff
What public charging networks would you recommend to others and why?
ChargePlace Scotland
Please itemise where you’re saving money (or not) owning & running a Kona Electric
Saving money as the car is fully paid.
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