Suitable EV for company rep

Is the VW iD5 in the budget?

For that sort of money, I'd consider the Long Range Tesla Model 3 or Y depending on your needs/preference.

You don't mention any specific requirements on size, body style etc. Check out https://ev-database.org/ You can filter here based on availability, body style, range (real world!) etc.

If you would normally go for a saloon then Tesla Model 3 Long Range would be my pick. Standard wheels and any colour except red would be under 55K. All-wheel drive and just under 500hp.

Model3 long range, VW ID.3 Tour, ID.5, Kia EV6.

a lot of the rest are suvs or crossovers or don’t have great range. The premium brand cars would be above 60 k.

In fairness, nothing worse than a crap seat.

Our company went for MY RWD . OMSP of 52k Effective BIK 7.36%, this year 13.85% next year and 18.17% in 2025. Average 13.125% per year or 6825 notional pay. Looking at the next bracket of less polluting ICE cars (More than 59g/km up to and including 99g/km) BIK 26.25%, to achieve the same notional pay the OMSP of the car should be not more that 26k which puts you in a ? Hard to find a 26k car and <= 99 g/km CO2. Going to next bracket <=139g/km CO2 the equivalent OMSP drops even more (22.75K). the cheapest bare Fiesta/Bayon/C3 just about.

@Cobalt00 - try and get an EV that doesn't use cobalt in its battery

I don't think any car manufacturer can beat Volvo's seat comfort.

That saying, OP would you consider Polestar by Volvo?

Volvo C40? Looks to be above the 60k though. https://www.volvocars.com/ie/cars/c40-electric/

Polestar have a space (showroom) in Sandyford. Worth going there and having a look. Volvo C40 (and XC40 electric) have the same underpinnings as the Polestar (or other way round) so also worth considering.

Software-wise they'd be better than VW. They have Android Automotive so have google maps etc built in rather than running off your phone. Navigation with battery percentage on arrival is nice (similar to Tesla).

Maybe check the latest BIK rules, I’m pretty sure 2023 is the last year that EV’s have the BIK discount.

It’s a perfectly valid view not to want to line his pockets further.

I don’t know if the ID.3 size appeals but it has a very spacious cabin. The Cupra Born is the same. You’d want the big battery versions.

The Tour has massage seats and I find it good for the back which was previously suffering in a c class Mercedes.

Or just maybe respect OPs wishes. He does him. You do you

He says he doesn’t like Musk and doesn’t want to line his pockets why then suggest he should try test driving his cars

smh

With your mileage you need access to the Tesla network, I know as I also travel in my job. I had a Tesla, changed to etron and now back to Tesla for this reason.

Isn't the Tesla network in Ireland shite though... its sparce. This isn't the US. There seems to be alot made of the network but it comes from perception or people reading US reviews...

The Tesla network suits me very well as I travel to Limerick, Kerry, Cork, Galway, Belfast. Blackspot is the northwest. It’s also 30% cheaper than Ionity. As I stop at the Tesla superchargers I see three or four waiting for the two ESB chargers while I can charge straight away.

I understand Musk is now opening the network up to other brands.

So to answer your delicately put question, the Tesla Network is not “Shite”. It’s quite the opposite, it’s excellent. BTW Tesla chargers are rarely out of service or broken, more than I can say for the ESB service.

Before the critics weigh in I’m not a Tesla Fanboy, my move to Audi was because I was fed up with the squeaks and rattles of the Model S I had. The made in China Model 3 is a lot better but still not on a par with BMW or Audi.

edit. I had a read over all the responses, I see you don’t like Musk, neither do I but I need a car that gets me from A to B with the least amount of hassle. I don’t want to be stuck in Fermoy on a Slow Charger for 2 hrs at 6.30pm on a Friday on a trip to back Dublin or driving around Belfast looking for a fast charge that works because I’ve 15km of range. Yes I’ve been there.

I also don’t like Gates or Murdoch but use their companies products daily.

Yes you can use all chargers when driving a Tesla. Their chargers are located at a mix of Tesla dealerships, garages and other sites like hotels. Check out their charge map.

My dislike for musk has nothing to do with the fact the Tesla network in Ireland is limited. Buying an Irish car because of the network here is not really accurate.

More accurate would be their range is pretty solid.

That was my point.

I've no idea why you went off on a tangent about mush, gates or whomever.... bizarre.

In terms of cars my big worry would be if going more than 300/400km in a day then you need to public charge before you get back home. Public chargers are often busy, blocked or broken with 1+ hours queues somewhat common. If you know little about EVs and are going EV for bik reasons I suggest you investigate your round trips in km per day. The range advertised of EVs is not accurate for 120km/h in winter. 300km is safe winter range, as in 150km from home is going home each night. Access to Tesla superchargers may reduce risk/time on some main roads, but non Tesla infrastructure is struggling at peak times with queues.

Most non teslas are not as good in terms of range, public charging speeds and overall experience. Think carefully, and delivery times for done new cars can be 12 months+