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I had a 2016 Leaf S with the 24 kWh battery and not QC with 35,000 miles and 11 bars that I am sorry to see go. I tried to baby the battery by charging to 80% and parking in the shade, etc. I was hoping to get 70,000 miles before the range was not equal to my 55 mile round trip commute.
I have not received a number from the insurance yet, but expect it will be 8-9k. If I add some savings I should be able to spend $16-17,000 for a replacement.
After the Leaf, we bought a 2017 Kia Soul ev as a second car and vowed never to go back to a ICE again.
For that price a used Leaf or Soul is possible. We have enjoyed the DC fast charging on a few longer trips and will try to we get that on our next vehicle.
Any ideas for a short range commuter EV are welcome. I am willing to do a PHEV, but prefer the EV only.
I have not received a number from the insurance yet, but expect it will be 8-9k. If I add some savings I should be able to spend $16-17,000 for a replacement.
After the Leaf, we bought a 2017 Kia Soul ev as a second car and vowed never to go back to a ICE again.
For that price a used Leaf or Soul is possible. We have enjoyed the DC fast charging on a few longer trips and will try to we get that on our next vehicle.
Any ideas for a short range commuter EV are welcome. I am willing to do a PHEV, but prefer the EV only.