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jwbatcheller

Electric car for daily commute and errands with good range, reliability, and comfortable.

Priorities: Reliability & durability / Exterior styling / Ride smoothness

Need minimum of 4 seats

Will consider both new and used cars
Maximum mileage: 30000
Maximum age: 2 years

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Response from LectroFuel

1:51 am February 7, 2022

Kia Niro should be a safe option, although a little boring. The Mustang Mach-e is nice and has been pretty reliable in its first year, but does not have a comfortable ride. The Model 3 does not have a comfortable ride either and also has sketchy build quality, but otherwise is a great car.

Probably the best blend of usability, reliability, range, and comfort would be found in the Hyundai IONIQ 5. I saw one on the road today and it is a lot bigger than it looks in pictures. I believe it is also the fastest charging EV on sale.

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Response from mkaresh

11:39 am February 10, 2022

It's hard to narrow this down without knowing more about what you find stylish and how much handling you're willing to trade for ride quality. Plus your budget.

Another to consider at the low end is the Kona EV, which you could find more stylish than the Niro. It might have a firmer ride, though. I haven't driven the EVs, but the regular Kona has a firmer ride than the regular Niro.

The Ioniq 5 is brand new, and you're unlikely to find a Mach-E at much below new prices even if you buy used. But if these are contenders then so is the Kia EV6.

If you don't need much range, then an older EV with less of it would be considerably less expensive. I really liked how the e-Golf drove. But range is quite short by current standards. A Chevrolet Bolt would have range but be relatively inexpensive, but it's styling isn't likely to do much for you. The Nissan LEAF has been around for a long time, but doesn't do anything especially well. It's primary attraction would be cost.

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Hyundai Kona
Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI

Response from rjmickel74

4:52 pm July 29, 2022

I have a 2018 Kia Nero Hybrid. Bought it new. Love it! I average 55+ mpg. I've found its better suited for a city car. MPG is higher in town than highway.
Handling is very responsive. Riding comfort is decent.
No maintenance except oil change.

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Kia Niro
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