I wonder if it has something to do with what we experienced, the company that came out to install the charger fixed something with our leccy supply. When i asked what that was, he wasn’t able to properly convene what they did (try explaining colours to a blind guy) – but we settled on “they’ve cut corners that you really shouldn’t cut”. He fixed it free of charge.
As far as installations go, our association has been pretty lenient. From ceiling fan to charger, all just waved through basically.
And yeah, your summary about the Kona is spot on. Thrifty, in every way. Sadly that includes the interior, wasn’t impressed either but truth to be told, rather have a car that i can afford to run but has cheap plastics, than a car that’s amazing on the inside but i can’t afford to drive it.
The last 10% take a while because that’s where the charger balances the cells. Technically, if you want the most longevity out of your pack, you shouldn’t charge to 100% but stop at 80%-85%. That’s where the battery wants to be. After that, you’re putting strain on the pack.
Probably not that important if you only stick three years with it, but over five you might lose a significant amount of range (by significant i mean noticeable).
Prior: SEAT Ateca Xcellence Lux 1.5 TSI DSG MY19, VW Golf GTE PHEV DSG MY23
Current: Hyundai Ioniq 6 Ultimate
Next: we'll see what's available in 2028.