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by OllyExeterID3
Tue Sep 21, 2021 3:22 pm
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: How much does speed affect range?
Replies: 9
Views: 2972

Re: How much does speed affect range?

If you watch some of the videos Tesla Bjorn does you get some good information. He also publishes all his test info so for instance on a test with the ID3 Max 1st Edition it shows that the difference between 90 and 120 km/h is almost 50% more consumption. VW ID3 1st Max 62 kWh Summer Dry 18 Bridges...
by OllyExeterID3
Sat Sep 18, 2021 11:31 am
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: Sudden drop in range :(
Replies: 18
Views: 5687

Re: Sudden drop in range :(

Hi, Just adding in my experience here. Had a previous EV (i3) - never knew about charging problems charging to 100% so only ever charged it to 100%, sometimes then not driving for two weeks. I heavily doubt two full charges would have had any damage on battery. In my experience of both cars, the gue...
by OllyExeterID3
Mon Jul 26, 2021 8:53 am
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: Motorway speed power consumption
Replies: 62
Views: 20123

Re: Motorway speed power consumption

I personally think that people can charge to what they want. I would have no idea if that person is doing another 200miles and needs 100%. Leaving a car in a charging bay without charging is not acceptable, but going to 100% is a personal choice. Its not his fault its the fact there are not enough ...
by OllyExeterID3
Thu Jul 08, 2021 10:48 am
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: Motorway speed power consumption
Replies: 62
Views: 20123

Re: Motorway speed power consumption

I agree with daveion Just enjoy the ride and relax Yep me too! Since we moved over to EVs, it was initially efficiency that I was obsessed with but then I realised that I enjoyed cruising at 65mph on motorways and generally just enjoyed the journey more! When charging infrastructure was worse (the ...
by OllyExeterID3
Wed Jul 07, 2021 11:58 am
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: Motorway speed power consumption
Replies: 62
Views: 20123

Re: Motorway speed power consumption

1. The speed limit is 70 2. I don’t work in kWh/mi but you should get a range reading of 220-240 miles I expect, so I guess that makes it about 4kWh/mi 3. Battery pack is 58kWh usable, 62kWh total Absolutely point number 1. - you're breaking the law going about 70 so shouldn't be going above this. ...
by OllyExeterID3
Mon Jun 21, 2021 10:29 am
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: Summer Range - How is everyone getting on?
Replies: 23
Views: 8463

Re: Summer Range - How is everyone getting on?

Mine indicated 239 last week, but realistically it's 200 miles. First, I like to arrive with 5-10% state of charge, no less. And secondly, I think the ID.3 range indication is slightly optimistic. I was doing 70 miles/hour and range went down a little bit quicker than it should, but no more than 10...
by OllyExeterID3
Thu Jun 17, 2021 9:18 am
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: Summer Range - How is everyone getting on?
Replies: 23
Views: 8463

Re: Summer Range - How is everyone getting on?

Great to see so many positive comments! I think the warmer temperatures are what makes this car have an "average" range of over 200 miles for the year. For us it has been a game changer. Whilst I loved my previous EV, 100 miles range meant every journey out of Devon required a charge stop....
by OllyExeterID3
Wed Jun 16, 2021 2:08 pm
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: Summer Range - How is everyone getting on?
Replies: 23
Views: 8463

Summer Range - How is everyone getting on?

When I first joined this forum, many were worried about the real world range after disappointing figures over Autumn and Winter. I thought it would be interesting to see how people are feeling after having acclimatised to the car and also with warmer days (at least here in Devon!). We did a 170 mile...
by OllyExeterID3
Wed May 05, 2021 12:43 pm
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: New way of driving
Replies: 4
Views: 2044

Re: New way of driving

When I did a test drive with petrol Peugeot 208 (EV was no out jet) to feel the interior and size, I wondered, that petrol car had also (switchable) range meter instead of L in tank. Also started to drive more calmly. If you know, you can accelerate, you understand, you don't have to do it. You don...
by OllyExeterID3
Tue May 04, 2021 2:20 pm
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: New way of driving
Replies: 4
Views: 2044

Re: New way of driving

I must agree with several other people that the iD3 requires a new way of driving. I have been driving for 55 years and I've spent more time in the last six months looking at the guessometer miles left than i ever looked at my fuel gauge in all my previous cars. I also have to avoid the word IDEA w...
by OllyExeterID3
Fri Apr 23, 2021 8:06 am
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: Totally dead
Replies: 100
Views: 49412

Re: Totally dead

I'm a bit bemused as to why you need a lead acid battery. Its adding all that extra weight and taking up space. If vw felt the need for extra electric capacity why did they not put in a slightly higher rated main battery. I'm sure any need for reserve power, segregation of supply and voltage differ...
by OllyExeterID3
Mon Apr 19, 2021 2:57 pm
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: Charging speed units
Replies: 4
Views: 2167

Re: Charging speed units

I took delivery two days ago and all going well so far, apart from one thing I can't seem to find the answer to. I noticed on a lot of online videos when connected to a charger, people are quoting how many kW they are getting. However mine seems to quote it In miles per hour. Not that it's the end ...
by OllyExeterID3
Mon Apr 19, 2021 6:10 am
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: I'm a bit worried about the range
Replies: 77
Views: 32554

Re: I'm a bit worried about the range

Check out the EV database https://ev-database.uk/ for "real world" figures for the car - this gives an indication of expected range in all conditions. WLTP is very misleading, not impossible but implies very best conditions at all times.
by OllyExeterID3
Sun Apr 18, 2021 9:12 am
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: I'm a bit worried about the range
Replies: 77
Views: 32554

Re: I'm a bit worried about the range

Great drive out yesterday, only a 30 mile round trip but 4.9mi/kWh, showing 92 miles at 35% by end of joruney! Very happy with these stats - AC off, Eco mode, B mode on all the time, mixture of motorway, country B-roads and coastal roads. Massively helped by 20/30mph zones near destination I think. ...
by OllyExeterID3
Mon Apr 12, 2021 10:56 am
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: I'm a bit worried about the range
Replies: 77
Views: 32554

Re: I'm a bit worried about the range

I have had to increase my mileage recently and with slightly better temperatures see a regular projected range of 250+. After charging Im seeing better than 200 miles at 80% charge. I have a nervous passenger so on longer runs Im around 65mph or so. When I drive solo Im a bit more rapid but the jou...
by OllyExeterID3
Mon Apr 12, 2021 10:44 am
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: 2 Weeks with my ID3 Life
Replies: 4
Views: 2724

Re: 2 Weeks with my ID3 Life

My experience was different, but might not have been... I bought mine from Marshalls in Taunton. I don't live in Taunton and the town where I do live has a VW dealership (who shall remain nameless). I tried them, they were as useful as a chocolate teapot. I wrote a letter of complaint, and didn't g...
by OllyExeterID3
Mon Apr 12, 2021 6:59 am
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: I'm a bit worried about the range
Replies: 77
Views: 32554

Re: I'm a bit worried about the range

Ours spends a great deal of time commuting on the motorway and 80% gives around 135-145 depending on weather and if driver kept to anywhere near 70! Maximum we have seen is 165, but it’s not driven for economy at all ! Wow! After a (pre lockdown) winter drive from Devon to Cambridge and back, we go...
by OllyExeterID3
Wed Apr 07, 2021 2:31 pm
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: 2 Weeks with my ID3 Life
Replies: 4
Views: 2724

Re: 2 Weeks with my ID3 Life

Lack of information from dealer: They should really explain to you about battery conditioning affecting charging speed. They should explain about charging between 20-80% to prolong battery life. He literally sent me out the showroom with 95% charge and a kick up the backside. He only seemed concern...
by OllyExeterID3
Wed Apr 07, 2021 9:14 am
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: Best practice heating
Replies: 15
Views: 7599

Re: Best practice heating

Ah - I have just understood what you mean - in which case I stand corrected as it does only appear to pre-condition when plugged in!
by OllyExeterID3
Wed Apr 07, 2021 9:12 am
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: Best practice heating
Replies: 15
Views: 7599

Re: Best practice heating

Preheating from battery doesn't make any sense from a battery saving perspective. The car will need to get the temperature whether it's standing stationary or if it's being driven along. It will arguably be more efficient to wait until you are in the car for two reasons. 1. You are in the car provi...