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I assume you mean the Hyundai Ioniq 6?
Your question is difficult to answer without more information about your usage, budget, needs, etc.
The nearest direct alternative to that car is probably the Kia EV6. My brother has one, he now also has more point on his driving licence then he previously had.
Your question is difficult to answer without more information about your usage, budget, needs, etc.
The nearest direct alternative to that car is probably the Kia EV6. My brother has one, he now also has more point on his driving licence then he previously had.
Steve6371 said:
Well smooth motorway driving, decent range, have all the extras as standard, adaptive cruise, premium trims, etc
It does all that well. Ours is doing 600 motorway miles a week and it's a great tool for the job. Comfortable, very well equipped and in AWD form strong performance. The official range is a bit optimistic, but they all are. Edited by Steve6371 on Thursday 28th May 11:49
Check the specs here incl the 'Real Range' section https://ev-database.org/uk/car/1718/Hyundai-IONIQ-... to make sure it'll do what you're hoping for.
Note that it's a four door saloon, so less practical than the more common liftbacks.
The Ioniq 6 shares with other Kia/Hyundai EVs on the platform a reliability issue with the ICCU which can fail. I wouldn't say don't buy one for this reason, but worth being aware and, if buying used, ideally have warranty cover for it.
Generally I think they're pretty nice cars, if you've driven one and liked it I don't think there are any major reasons not to.
samoht said:
Check the specs here incl the 'Real Range' section https://ev-database.org/uk/car/1718/Hyundai-IONIQ-... to make sure it'll do what you're hoping for.
Note that it's a four door saloon, so less practical than the more common liftbacks.
The Ioniq 6 shares with other Kia/Hyundai EVs on the platform a reliability issue with the ICCU which can fail. I wouldn't say don't buy one for this reason, but worth being aware and, if buying used, ideally have warranty cover for it.
Generally I think they're pretty nice cars, if you've driven one and liked it I don't think there are any major reasons not to.
The ICCU problem is annoying, but it is not often a "killer".Note that it's a four door saloon, so less practical than the more common liftbacks.
The Ioniq 6 shares with other Kia/Hyundai EVs on the platform a reliability issue with the ICCU which can fail. I wouldn't say don't buy one for this reason, but worth being aware and, if buying used, ideally have warranty cover for it.
Generally I think they're pretty nice cars, if you've driven one and liked it I don't think there are any major reasons not to.
My Kia EV3 had a faulty ICCU which prevented the car charging properly on my home charger - it dropped the charge rate down to 1.4KW after 30 minutes of charging. While waiting for it to be fixed under warranty, there's a simple wor-around:
Just drop the charge rate to 90% in the app, and it happily charges at 6.6KW rather than the normal 7.4KW.
Note that 3-phase AC charging (11KW) isn't affected, neither is public DC charging.
From what I've read, some early cars have suffered from total failure, but that seems to have been resolved?
It's probably a reasonable statement to say any of the mainstream EVs will perform adequately, at least empirical evidence suggests that is so. However, for some reason modern cars, and particularly EVs seem to elicit very passionate opinions. So, rather than just ask about one, go drive as many as you can make time to do. Drive cars and brands even if you have no intention of buying as they may open your eyes. It's all data. Everyone does stuff a little differently and it's clear that this can really put some people off.
Look at the software and test the interface with public charging networks, the navigation and the state of charge (battery range predictor).
Check not merely the range but the efficiency (miles per kWh).
I'd argue that charging speed is only really important in terms of `miles per hour'... All else being equal and assuming from your opening post you intend to use this for longer trips where you will charge away from home, a more efficient car will cost less and given the same kW/hr charging speed, will give you faster charging in terms of putting miles into the battery.
There is a minimal operating cost hit to high performance versus adequate performance so don't just look at cooking models. The more powerful ones lead to a more responsive drive which can to some degree mask the weight.
Look at the software and test the interface with public charging networks, the navigation and the state of charge (battery range predictor).
Check not merely the range but the efficiency (miles per kWh).
I'd argue that charging speed is only really important in terms of `miles per hour'... All else being equal and assuming from your opening post you intend to use this for longer trips where you will charge away from home, a more efficient car will cost less and given the same kW/hr charging speed, will give you faster charging in terms of putting miles into the battery.
There is a minimal operating cost hit to high performance versus adequate performance so don't just look at cooking models. The more powerful ones lead to a more responsive drive which can to some degree mask the weight.
This might help:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8HSVdWVxG0k
Lots of videos on his channel and a good resource.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8HSVdWVxG0k
Lots of videos on his channel and a good resource.
clockworks said:
The ICCU problem is annoying, but it is not often a "killer".
My Kia EV3 had a faulty ICCU which prevented the car charging properly on my home charger - it dropped the charge rate down to 1.4KW after 30 minutes of charging. While waiting for it to be fixed under warranty, there's a simple wor-around:
Just drop the charge rate to 90% in the app, and it happily charges at 6.6KW rather than the normal 7.4KW.
Note that 3-phase AC charging (11KW) isn't affected, neither is public DC charging.
From what I've read, some early cars have suffered from total failure, but that seems to have been resolved?
EV3 is completely different to the ev6. different platform (400v rather than 800v for a start)My Kia EV3 had a faulty ICCU which prevented the car charging properly on my home charger - it dropped the charge rate down to 1.4KW after 30 minutes of charging. While waiting for it to be fixed under warranty, there's a simple wor-around:
Just drop the charge rate to 90% in the app, and it happily charges at 6.6KW rather than the normal 7.4KW.
Note that 3-phase AC charging (11KW) isn't affected, neither is public DC charging.
From what I've read, some early cars have suffered from total failure, but that seems to have been resolved?
On the ev6/ioniq5/6 iccu failure usually stops the car. Often takes out the hv battery fuse leaving you stranded. Also common for it to fail stopping the 12v charging which leaves you able to run for a short time until the 12v depletes.
they keep claiming that its resolved but new cars are still failing. They also claim its only 1% of cars (but even dealers will admit to figures around 10%/year)
TooLateForAName said:
EV3 is completely different to the ev6. different platform (400v rather than 800v for a start)
On the ev6/ioniq5/6 iccu failure usually stops the car. Often takes out the hv battery fuse leaving you stranded. Also common for it to fail stopping the 12v charging which leaves you able to run for a short time until the 12v depletes.
they keep claiming that its resolved but new cars are still failing. They also claim its only 1% of cars (but even dealers will admit to figures around 10%/year)
I didn't realise it was completely different failure mode - thanks for clarifying.On the ev6/ioniq5/6 iccu failure usually stops the car. Often takes out the hv battery fuse leaving you stranded. Also common for it to fail stopping the 12v charging which leaves you able to run for a short time until the 12v depletes.
they keep claiming that its resolved but new cars are still failing. They also claim its only 1% of cars (but even dealers will admit to figures around 10%/year)
Steve6371 said:
POIDH said:
What is the budget / how are you purchasing?
Any family or need to carry things?
The budget is around £600pm on PCP contract Any family or need to carry things?
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