WE WANT TO REPLACE OUR LEXUS HYBRID WITH A USED ELECTRIC LUX SUV | BATTERY BARGAINS

EV Channels Review

This episode of Battery Bargains tackles three distinct EV-related queries. The primary focus is on assisting Rob, who seeks a used luxury electric SUV around $35,000 to replace his wife's Lexus RX450h F Sport. Recommendations include the Hyundai Ioniq 5 (praised for its deceptive spaciousness and available AWD, with current incentives potentially lowering used prices), the Audi e-tron (noted for luxury and AWD, though range in winter and long-term reliability are concerns), and the Volvo XC40 Recharge. The discussion also touches on the Ford Mustang Mach-E and Tesla Model Y as potential options. The second case involves a Norwegian owner regretting his Honda e purchase due to inefficiency and lack of grip, seeking alternatives like a used Tesla Model 3 or Audi e-tron for city use. Suggestions lean towards smaller, more efficient European city cars like the Mini Cooper, Fiat 500e, or the upcoming Renault 5, with the MG4 also mentioned for its AWD and performance. The final segment addresses a user planning to rent EVs for vacation test drives to convince his wife, receiving strong advice against this approach, recommending home-based testing instead. The hosts recommend apps like PlugShare and A Better Routeplanner for charging. Overall, the episode provides varied advice tailored to specific user needs, with a strong emphasis on practical considerations like reliability and real-world usability.