NEED MORE RANGE THAN OUR HYUNDAI IONIQ 5, BUT NO TESLA, PLEASE

EV Channels Review

This episode of Battery Bargains tackles three distinct EV recommendation requests. The first focuses on a growing family prioritizing safety, with the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Tesla Model Y emerging as top contenders, though the Ioniq 5's structural improvements for 2025 are highlighted. The second request is from an existing Ioniq 5 owner seeking longer range for road trips, where a used Lucid Air is strongly recommended for its comfort, range, and luxury, with the Mercedes-Benz EQS as a rarer, high-end alternative. The final, most complex request is for an EV with numerous specific creature comforts, including persistent one-pedal driving and physical vent controls. While many vehicles are discussed, including the Audi Q6 E-tron, Genesis GV70/GV60, and Polestar 2/3, no single perfect match is found. The Polestar 3 and Volvo EX90 are presented as close options, with the latter potentially offering better physical controls. The hosts emphasize that compromises will likely be necessary for this last case.