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Post by Martin on Mar 15, 2019 8:13:48 GMT
Isn't the point of the i3 rex that you can too up that little tank to get you where you need to be. So there maybe irritation at frequently refueling but no range anxiety? While you’re not supposed to keep doing it, I’m sure you’re right. It would easily do the 100 mile each way trip. |
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Post by Roadrunner on Mar 15, 2019 8:41:35 GMT
Isn't the point of the i3 rex that you can too up that little tank to get you where you need to be. So there maybe irritation at frequently refueling but no range anxiety? That's what I have been trying to explain, but women don't always do logic, reason and facts... |
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Post by bryan on Mar 15, 2019 8:49:16 GMT
😂😂😂
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Post by Martin on Mar 15, 2019 8:52:17 GMT
Isn't the point of the i3 rex that you can too up that little tank to get you where you need to be. So there maybe irritation at frequently refueling but no range anxiety? That's what I have been trying to explain, but women don't always do logic, reason and facts... You’ll know the buttons to press to get her to change her mind. Does she like the rear door on her current car? If so, that might help as will the ease of getting kids in/out with it being a bit more upright. Got to be worth a test drive. |
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Post by johnc on Mar 15, 2019 9:38:44 GMT
What would the total range be with the motor charging the battery too? Must be a fair bit I would have thought. 200 miles in total. I thought the range extenders were about 250 miles and the electric only ones about half of that. |
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Post by Deleted on Mar 15, 2019 16:47:49 GMT
Apparently the latest have circa 300 mile range allowing them to drop the extender at some stage.
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Post by Roadrunner on Mar 15, 2019 17:26:56 GMT
Well, a deal has been done. We have settled on the Mini in the OP. It is in 'as new' condition, with a very good spec and at a decent price compared to most, so we did the deal there and then this afternoon. We are having some bonnet stripes fitted and are picking it up on Friday. The test drive revealed just how much more refined and grown up this new model is compared to the old one, but still with the really sharp steering and handling we have come to expect from a Mini. The new engine seems more flexible than the old one as well. This was my first ever encounter with head up display and I liked it a lot. The sunroof is great, too. Looking forward to Friday!  |
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Post by Martin on Mar 15, 2019 17:30:16 GMT
That was quick, I like decisive action!
HUD is brilliant.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 15, 2019 17:32:36 GMT
Looking forward to your reports when you get to use it properly.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 15, 2019 22:18:56 GMT
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Post by PG on Mar 16, 2019 22:41:40 GMT
notwithstanding that I'm not a great fan of the dashboard. Steering wheel is weird, too. Looks upside down. Indeed. I've always thought the i3 steering wheel was on upside down. |
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Post by PG on Mar 16, 2019 22:42:36 GMT
Well, a deal has been done. We have settled on the Mini in the OP... Quick and good decision. |
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Post by grampa on Mar 18, 2019 12:55:36 GMT
Well, a deal has been done. We have settled on the Mini in the OP. It is in 'as new' condition, with a very good spec and at a decent price compared to most, so we did the deal there and then this afternoon. We are having some bonnet stripes fitted and are picking it up on Friday. The test drive revealed just how much more refined and grown up this new model is compared to the old one, but still with the really sharp steering and handling we have come to expect from a Mini. The new engine seems more flexible than the old one as well. This was my first ever encounter with head up display and I liked it a lot. The sunroof is great, too. Looking forward to Friday! Great choice - almost a snap! (I posted a photo in the 'Show us your Motor' thread earlier) - Ironically ours came with bonnet stripes and I didn't like them so they're now gone. The HUD is great, especially when using the sat nav. The MINI logo on the floor at night is a nice little touch too. As you say the increase in refinement and just the general feeling of quality over the older model is huge - everything from the quietness of the engine and the trim to the way the doors close - the only thing I don't like is that you can't dial up full power with the sport setting without the stiff suspension which can get a bit wearing on a long run. |
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Post by michael on Mar 18, 2019 15:38:41 GMT
Congratulations, sounds like a good choice - shame about the I3 though.
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Post by Martin on Mar 18, 2019 17:15:11 GMT
I bet Racing loves the head rests!
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Post by Roadrunner on Mar 19, 2019 13:53:33 GMT
Insurance sorted ready for Friday. Old and new cars both covered for the whole of the day to ease handover. Total cost to change from old to new, including change in premium and admin charge = £0.00.
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