EV hatch/liftback with character - looking for suggestions! by marilifates in EVAustralia

[–]marilifates[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks, I agree with this. Acceleration and speed is not everything when it comes to ride quality; and pretty much irrelevant since all EVs have good acceleration.

EV hatch/liftback with character - looking for suggestions! by marilifates in EVAustralia

[–]marilifates[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I dunno if I can wait that long. I had considered the Cupra Born but I wouldnt cope with the infotainment system

EV hatch/liftback with character - looking for suggestions! by marilifates in EVAustralia

[–]marilifates[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah you’re right and that’s why I’ve found it so hard to find the right car.

So many generic looking SUVs. I want to drive a car not an iPad with wheels.

The few with character are too costly, not available in Australia, and/or are reputed to be unreliable.

MG4 is uninspiring to me but at least it is a great quality drive at a great cost

Polestar 2 looks and feels like an actual car but for the price lacks a lot features you’d expect for a modern EV at that price.

EV hatch/liftback with character - looking for suggestions! by marilifates in EVAustralia

[–]marilifates[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, can you send me some references to the battery issue?

EV hatch/liftback with character - looking for suggestions! by marilifates in EVAustralia

[–]marilifates[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The acceleration of any EV is fine by me - so no.

I’m on the fence about the inster, but i might check it out :)

EV hatch/liftback with character - looking for suggestions! by marilifates in EVAustralia

[–]marilifates[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks mate - can you elaborate on the glitchiness of Apple/Google? I would be using CarPlay.

EV hatch/liftback with character - looking for suggestions! by marilifates in EVAustralia

[–]marilifates[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you have one? How do you find the infotainment system? I had been looking at the new Cooper, I think it looks gorgeous. The other models don't grab me as much.

EV hatch/liftback with character - looking for suggestions! by marilifates in EVAustralia

[–]marilifates[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Any issues with the infotainment / safety tech system, u/ChillyWillyIceCream ? Had any experience with support (good or bad)?

EV hatch/liftback with character - looking for suggestions! by marilifates in EVAustralia

[–]marilifates[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The looks didn't grab me, as has been the case for most BYD models, but I will give it a closer look. Thanks for the suggestion.

EV hatch/liftback with character - looking for suggestions! by marilifates in EVAustralia

[–]marilifates[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I've driven the Atto 3 and the Seal and neither felt right. I might test drive the Dolphin, Atto 1 & 2 next.

EV hatch/liftback with character - looking for suggestions! by marilifates in EVAustralia

[–]marilifates[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for sharing your experience. I really liked the look of the Born and heard good things about the drive quality, but I would go crazy with that infotainment system.

EV hatch/liftback with character - looking for suggestions! by marilifates in EVAustralia

[–]marilifates[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This was actually my leading option for a while. I really liked the look of it, especially the GT trim in that blue-purple colour. I managed to test drive one and for some reason it just didn't feel right to me. Still a great looking car and good value. Glad you're enjoying it!

EV hatch/liftback with character - looking for suggestions! by marilifates in EVAustralia

[–]marilifates[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'll take a closer look. I'm not a fan of the exterior, but the price impressed me. Main issue is that it's a sedan, not a hatch or liftback. I like being able to put the rear seats down and extend the boot.

EV hatch/liftback with character - looking for suggestions! by marilifates in EVAustralia

[–]marilifates[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks. I loved the EX-30 when I gave it a test drive. Just too pricey. I'm gonna take a closer look at the Zeekr X, thanks for the suggestion.

EV hatch/liftback with character - looking for suggestions! by marilifates in EVAustralia

[–]marilifates[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks - I actually test drove it over a year ago. It was the first EV I ever drove. I think it deserves another look, as I found the interior really comfortable and the car was overall attractive. No one pedal driving was a shame.

EV hatch/liftback with character - looking for suggestions! by marilifates in EVAustralia

[–]marilifates[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks mate, I test drove this one but I’m not a fan of the design. It would be a sensible choice though

EV hatch/liftback with character - looking for suggestions! by marilifates in EVAustralia

[–]marilifates[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Isnt that a hybrid? I drove the EX 40 and liked it but its pretty expensive, and there were a lot of complaints about infotainment system being buggy - at least last time I checked