DRIVING A CHEAP EV ACROSS FRANCE BROKE ME! OPEL FRONTERA EV

EV Channels Review

The reviewer embarked on a 700km road trip across France in the 2025 Opel Frontera EV, intending to assess its charging infrastructure and EV adoption. However, the experience was largely frustrating, primarily due to the vehicle's limitations. The Frontera EV, equipped with a smaller battery (likely 44 kWh or 54 kWh), suffered from poor endurance, necessitating charging stops every 1 to 1.5 hours. A significant drawback highlighted was the lack of battery preconditioning, which severely impacted charging speeds, especially in cold weather, with the car often stuck at 30-40 kW. Despite the excellent charging infrastructure in France, the frequent and slow charging made the journey tedious. While the reviewer found the car's interior to feel cheap and underpowered, they acknowledged the beautiful French scenery and the generally good charging network. Ultimately, the Frontera EV is not recommended for long road trips due to its limited range and charging performance, though the reviewer suggested it might be a viable option if priced competitively and equipped with a larger battery and more power.