Hi Guys, Looking at the Skoda Enyaq, ID5 and the Nissan Ariya. Trying to work out the best option. I think the Ariya looks like the nicest option (with the Bose pack), as it has the best standard tech vs the rest. ID5 seems OK but has the best range. Any viewpoints from you guys?
Ive ordered the Ariya with the tech pack/22 kWh onboard charger before the price increase, when you take into consideration the free ohme charger it took the price down below 6K. I had a good look at the Skoda and the ID5 when the new list came on just in case they were better for my needs. The ID5 looks really good slightly better looking than the Ariya imho and like you say great range but the standard specs are definitely not up to the Ariya, Skoda Enyaq massive inside, boot space far better than the Ariya but the looks really don’t work for me, I know looks are subjective and to me it’s bloody ugly, again spec really not up to the Ariya unless you spend big money on the option packs. so I’ll stick with the Ariya.[/quote]
I think I agree. The Enyaq’s looks are a personal choice, I like the look of a huge estate car but can easily see why it’s not so hot for others. What is offputting though, is the requirement for a pack to get the sort of standard features the Ariya provides at base level. With AP and the Pack upgrade you’d need upwards of 12 grand – that’s a big no from most people for a car you’ll have for, at most, 5 years – probably 3. The ID5 has reasonabl equipment, although the Tech version would be much more suitable, with heated seats (ideal for an EV and really good for those with back issues) and that auto boot opening. Adding the infotainment pack to the ID5 gives you that augmented heads up display. However, both VAG models have issues with an infotainment system that is notoriously naff at best.
Which drags you back to the Ariya and it’s now £7,999 AP, unless you can still add packs as per last quarter. The range is acceptable (just) although the 80kWh would be much better, but the equipment is just much, much better as it comes.
I think I’ll be having a wonder around the VW garage to see just how clunky the infotainment is and whether the lack of standard features would be an issue (both Enyaq and ID5 have less as standard than my ZS Exclusive which was £20k+ cheaper). I think the lack of heated seats could be an issue, especially for the Mrs as she has real back issues which are aided by the heat.
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