LDV eT60: New Zealand FINALLY has an electric ute - but is it any good?

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  • It's the first pure electric ute available in New Zealand, but is it any good in the real world? To find out, Gav put it through a series of tests - and at one point even used it to solve world hunger! Well, not exactly, but this battery powered ute was pushed hard and seemed to do alright.
    This medium-duty, 100% electric pickup truck is powered by a 130 kW, 310 Nm electric motor driving the rear wheels, and as Gav discovered, its 88 kWh battery gives it a real world range of at least 325 kilometres per charge - and much more in the city.
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    Contents:
    0:00 - Introduction
    0:46 - Specs & features
    1:37 - Battery & motor
    2:59 - Utes in NZ
    3:25 - Display & connectivity
    3:59 - Interior comfort
    4:39 - Driving modes
    5:15 - Utes in the city?
    6:09 - Family info & stats
    6:48 - Ground clearance
    7:05 - Can it fit a pallet?
    7:09 - Noise generator
    7:36 - Stereo quality
    8:03 - Cabin noise
    8:16 - Regen braking test
    9:00 - Driving on grass
    9:33 - 0-100 time
    10:07 - Handling
    12:13 - Charging options
    14:54 - Range test
    15:42 - Efficiency
    16:40 - Unsprung weight
    17:10 - Kaipara Kumara
    18:10 - Range update
    19:14 - Pit stop
    20:18 - My Food Bag
    22:00 - Final delivery
    22:40 - Summary
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  • @_hello_sunshine
    @_hello_sunshine ปีที่แล้ว +68

    Someone give this man a TV show.

    • @morri03
      @morri03 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes he’s awesome in camera

    • @seanm4405
      @seanm4405 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Agreed. Export him to Australia, and we’ll give you Russell Crowe back.

    • @johnhornblow4347
      @johnhornblow4347 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@seanm4405 no sale dude, what does Russell know about seated heats and wouldn't know an agre from a jersey Benny

    • @bartdeking
      @bartdeking 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Man? 😂

  • @dingbatt
    @dingbatt ปีที่แล้ว +30

    I tested both the eT60 and T60 in one day to get a comparison and be able to separate the “Ute behaviour “ from the “EV behaviour”. Firstly the diesel burner was truly horrible to drive, with massive turbo lag and inconsistent power delivery. By comparison the eT60’s power delivery was smooth but really anaemic. There was no “punch in the back” acceleration you normally get from an EV. I also noted that the $80K EV still had an ignition key instead of keyless entry and push button start. It really smacked of LDV grabbing some spare truck frames and bolting a massive battery pack underneath and then attaching an electric motor to the diff. All in an attempt to be first to market. The motor whine was really noticeable at anything over 80km/h and the low speed warning sound was akin to a goat having its testicles squeezed, and got on my nerves really quickly. With that towing capacity, it is okay for a Mitre10 courtesy trailer to take your outdoor furniture purchase home, but that is about it.
    This is not a practical ute, it is for virtue signalling, either as a construction boss who doesn’t actually do the work, or for a company that needs to show its green credentials.
    I’m looking forward to a ‘proper’ electric ute arriving in NZ.

    • @wax333
      @wax333 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Hilux on the way in povo spec for $100k

  • @michaeletuale3416
    @michaeletuale3416 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    At least someone starting a NEW ZEALAND car reviews ❤️👌🏽

  • @em_pen
    @em_pen ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Poor Felicity!
    Looks like a nice ute though, thanks for showing us the new stuff - can admire it from afar through you!

  • @shipoffools2183
    @shipoffools2183 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Gotta be the single best real world test I have seen on any vehicle!
    Great work.

  • @examinerian
    @examinerian ปีที่แล้ว +6

    "It's been worked realistically..." - love the comedy there - doesn't everyone rainwash and air-dry their spuds in a ute?! 🤪😎👌

  • @LeeHerbet
    @LeeHerbet ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Your enthusiasm is infectious!

    • @EcotricityNZ
      @EcotricityNZ  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I confess, I used to be a 'petrol head' but once I discovered EVs I just fell in love with them. Power, performance, handling, efficiency - they're just better, so I guess that makes me biased! -Gav

    • @LeeHerbet
      @LeeHerbet ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@EcotricityNZ That's funny. I've come from the other side of things. I am totally not a petrol head, and it's more the teach that's attracted me to EV's. It's why I called my EV channel, not a car guy. 🤣
      My aim is to look at them from some who knows very little about cars, which is definitely me. I really enjoy your channel and your humour. :)

  • @marlonpotakaharu4117
    @marlonpotakaharu4117 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    5:34 "This is not the place for utes right?" *ranger drives past* 😂

  • @Nino500
    @Nino500 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    QOTD: "I got my spuds a little moist..." Not sure how that goes down in NZ but certainly raises a giggle in the UK!

    • @EcotricityNZ
      @EcotricityNZ  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ~wink~
      -Gav

    • @alexshepherd
      @alexshepherd 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      I was laughing in the first few seconds of the singlet-wearing physique… but then a few minutes in there was “Let’s unzip the fly of statistics and take a look”… “touchscreen a girthy ten inches” and I really couldn’t stop laughing after that… I must; though, because I’d also like to find out about that unsprung weight and the effect it has. What a great reviewer

  • @standupmoto
    @standupmoto ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thanks mate, very easy to watch & informative review.

  • @lizzle888
    @lizzle888 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Great review Gavin. Loved the pallet in the back and the kumara test. Not quite the Potatoe storage capacity idea I had but bloody good none the less. While this may not suit everyone, it's great there's more options in the market.

  • @peterjackson6228
    @peterjackson6228 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Excellent video!
    Nice demonstration of what it can do and how it can do it.
    Shame that SAIC/LDV took a short cut and adapted their existing model and plonked the electric motor/reduction gearing straight onto the back of the axle. It doesn't quite look like it should be there, but I get the engineering reasons for that.

  • @johnhornblow4347
    @johnhornblow4347 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love your reviews, not overly nurdy that this model is 2cm wider then the previous etc ....

  • @Dave-in-France
    @Dave-in-France ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi there Gavin, just found your channel and watched this excellent video. I really enjoyed the very practical and honest way you reviewed this vehicle to demonstrate that it can easily do a good days work.
    Looks like you have a great charging network in NZ as well.

  • @Dqtube
    @Dqtube ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Another great review.
    The car is not very effective for urban use and not robust enough for rural unpaved roads. Something like this is needed, but in this case they made some weird compromises that make it not so useful for many use cases. At this price, I don't understand why the entire bottom side is exposed. With this design, it's only a matter of time before the engine takes a good hit from a rock. Also regenerative braking is a joke for such a heavy car it's an essential capability, if they did this function the proper way, they could extend the range by at least 5%.

    • @grittsy
      @grittsy ปีที่แล้ว

      My first thought when he showed us underneath the beast. It wouldn't take much to smash the underside. All exposed and darn all height. And how much was he paying to fill up on the road? No waiting cos most folk cannot go near the prices of EV's. Soon range anxiety transitions to recharge rage.

    • @ChurchInAshes
      @ChurchInAshes ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I don't think it's a real off road vehicle. It's kind of a larp

    • @franciscoshi1968
      @franciscoshi1968 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think the weak regen is to make sure you don't lock up the back wheels when it is unloaded and on a wet road.
      So far I have never seen any EV do traction control under regen. Everything pretty much relies on never have enough regen to slip the wheels.

  • @jack6.0_15
    @jack6.0_15 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good and informative, can’t wait to see the Felicities at the Cafe. 😂

  • @kelvynbettridge
    @kelvynbettridge ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Great video Gavin! There is no doubt that these “utes” are sorely needed. We can ignore the price to some extent because that will not last.

    • @Telcontarnz
      @Telcontarnz ปีที่แล้ว

      Some other Utes are expensive too so not so bad relatively and good for businesses. 240v outlet is good as that costs quite a bit to add.
      Be good to have 4wd though.

    • @EcotricityNZ
      @EcotricityNZ  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I thought so, too. This one wasn't applicable for every ute situation, but it definitely has its uses for medium/light duty applications. -Gav

    • @keyboardwarrior9199
      @keyboardwarrior9199 ปีที่แล้ว

      no we should not be buying Chinese made vehicles. Would you buy vehicles from nazi germany? China is actively trying to destroy the west and all the freedoms and human rights with it, and u want to fund their efforts?

  • @Michaeleb82
    @Michaeleb82 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    15:40 - I guess that's why the speed limit is been lowered across the country - to give the EVs more ranage.

    • @jessdarlington1007
      @jessdarlington1007 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Exactly as directed by WEF, notice most cars overtaking him, he was driving as slow as possible.

    • @theairstig9164
      @theairstig9164 ปีที่แล้ว

      USA did it. 55MPH for economy reasons. Now not an issue

  • @iagenow
    @iagenow 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    good review mate. keep up

  • @Malachi4DaWin
    @Malachi4DaWin ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I wonder what will he happen to the battery if you cross a small farm stream or take it up the beach fishing if salt spray is getting all around it?

  • @Danger_mouse
    @Danger_mouse ปีที่แล้ว +4

    23:48 Yes, fuel is expensive in a diesel ute, however, my $40k twin turbo Navara regularly did over 800km a day during covid in Australia when we couldn't get flights to the mine where I work.
    800km on the highway is easy to achieve in that car on a single tank and only stopping briefly for comfort stops. Not enough time, or indeed any charging infrastructure for an EV ute.
    That said, the $30,000 price difference is the main killer. It would take the effective life of the vehicle to recoup the cost difference for me, as I'm a motor mechanic who services my own car.

    • @Danger_mouse
      @Danger_mouse 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@user-sp4gy7ko5l
      Yeah righto champion 🤣
      These haven't been out that long yet... most EV owners are rolling along just fine.
      It's the stupid expensive purchase cost that is the biggest issue compared to a normal vehicle.

  • @Ronny.81
    @Ronny.81 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It's definitely a go for the office type people that work for construction companies i.e quantity Surveyors ,engineer's etc. That rarely use the ute for towing or tools 😂😂

  • @colinc5407
    @colinc5407 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    put a cover on your tray next time , it will still be a brick but with rounded edges thanks for your efforts

  • @davidwilkie9551
    @davidwilkie9551 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just a teeny taste of a proper EV Ute future, not bad for an ad.

  • @richardorchard3364
    @richardorchard3364 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video mate,but I can hear the Luddites revving up their diesel motors ready to prove your wrong,cheers.

    • @JakobusVdL
      @JakobusVdL ปีที่แล้ว

      They're all out, driving 1000km a day, towing their boat with a tonne of wood in the back. That's how ute drivers roll ;-)

  • @trevorjensen5672
    @trevorjensen5672 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great show

  • @nzl2004
    @nzl2004 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great review, some good real tests, and good information but it's a ute... Bring it down south and give it to both a tradie and a farmer for a day each. Load her up with building supplies, tow a trailer, take it to the lake with a boat, and take it off the road and around a farm for a day (Grass on the side of the road is only off-road if you are from Auckland!). Farmers and tradies are the ones skeptical of EV options for their needs, not so much city folk.

  • @myhealthobs5290
    @myhealthobs5290 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great review

  • @Brenttheaviator
    @Brenttheaviator ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Great video Gav! It would be cool to see some towing. I see a few disparaging comments about the 1500kg tow rating, but 1500 kg is pretty useful. Just as some examples of what it would cover;
    • a Haines Hunter 545 sport fishing boat, or similar power boat under 6m,
    • some 6 berth caravans such as the Swift Sprite Quattro EW (1430kg) or Avondale Dart 630-6 (1231kg)
    • 8×4 trailer with 60 sheets of 10mm Gib board,
    • 8×4 trailer with 30 × 40kg bags of cement or plaster or whatever (and you could throw 15 more in the tray).
    Seems it should cover most stuff that tradies tow, and let's face it, most work related towing is between the local builder's hardware store and the job site. Not usually more than 100km, so range shouldn't be an issue most days.

    • @ChurchInAshes
      @ChurchInAshes ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Evs are notoriously terrible towing it absolutely reems your battery.

    • @Brenttheaviator
      @Brenttheaviator ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@ChurchInAshes Try telling that to my friend who regularly tows a trailer all over the country with a Nissan Leaf for his work! The fact is, EVs are great for towing short distances (as in typical contractor's work), and even tow long distance fine with a few more charging stops. Unless long distance towing with heavy loads is the bulk of your work, I don't see a problem.

    • @Darndiddlyarn
      @Darndiddlyarn ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I see you conveniently didn't mention farmers.

    • @ChurchInAshes
      @ChurchInAshes ปีที่แล้ว

      @Brenttheaviator absolute lies he does not tow anything with a Nissan leaf he would be sitting at the charger all day virtue signaling

    • @Brenttheaviator
      @Brenttheaviator ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ChurchInAshes Shows what you know! People tow all kinds of things with EVs, including EVs like the Nissan leaf, which weren't even designed for it. I suggest you open your eyes, instead of calling someone a liar when they tell you something true.

  • @mahalel
    @mahalel ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey, great video. Where can I find that range calculator you were using?

  • @MrPrimeGlass
    @MrPrimeGlass ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video thanks

  • @astondriver
    @astondriver ปีที่แล้ว +5

    thats a purely Auckland use of a ute. Love to see how much it would tow in real life and how far. How about a trailer of 3 cube of firewood? Or a boat? Or a trailer with 2 trail bikes? How about a kayak on the roof with 2 MTBs on the tray?

    • @crazyprayingmantis5596
      @crazyprayingmantis5596 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Loaded up it might get you to the nearest charging station but only if the wind is behind you.

    • @paulh6395
      @paulh6395 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Dont be harsh he was allowed to put the wheels on grass to test the impressive ute.I am sure no ute owner will have a trailer or a caravan and by no way can they ever ride a motor bike so not being able to carry a couple is not a problem.

    • @JakobusVdL
      @JakobusVdL ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Most utes don't aren't used like that. It's not just Auckland where most double cab ute's are used purely in town and on seal.

  • @waynehobbs5175
    @waynehobbs5175 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    You failed to mention the DC charge per kWh. I tried to pause the video and it looked like about $9 for 10kWh??? If, you couldn't charge at 20c/kWh from home that would make this ute close to diesel cost per km.
    Please correct me if I am wrong.
    That ute costs $90k in Australia which is $38k more than a Triton ute. The latter can tow 3.1t and trust me, utes are bought as tow vehicles here, anyway.
    I enjoyed the review but wish you had included fastcharge pricing as a working man on the road will probably use a lot of it.

    • @EcotricityNZ
      @EcotricityNZ  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Pricing info depends on time & speed & charger type, but 85% to 90% of EV operators in New Zealand charge at home, with DC charging mostly used for road trips. Check out the pricing here: charge.net.nz/resources/pricing-structure/

    • @waynehobbs5175
      @waynehobbs5175 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@EcotricityNZ thanks for your response. I accept that the lion's share of EV owners will charge at home but . . . Utes and the like are often used longer hauling plus towing, holidaying etcetera so no doubt DC charging will be a necessity for many owners of the LDV to get the required work done. The real world range (not tested) with say a family. All the gear in the tray and a 1500kg camper trailer will struggle to get 180km at a generous guess. That would translate if charged once on your way to the national park $60 for 75kW for 180km = 40kWh/100km or 32c per km. Diesel at $3 and economy of 12l/100km only 4c km more and 3 times the range.
      Getting like the UK it seems where electric vehicles are more expensive on fuel to run than diesels over large distances.
      Guess its okay because EVS are about the environment and getting carbon emissions down as their only goal. Any saving, a bonus.

    • @JustAnotherChippy
      @JustAnotherChippy 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@EcotricityNZ😊

  • @Pstaines439
    @Pstaines439 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Nice one Maaaaaate.

  • @crazyprayingmantis5596
    @crazyprayingmantis5596 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    72k after rebate 🤣
    If you're lucky it might even tow your boat to the boat ramp, not sure about getting back home but

  • @paulmiller591
    @paulmiller591 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    "Scoffing at the price of petrol" hilarious!. Great review Gavin critical for many people that commercial EV vehicles are coming available in NZ.

  • @mickzed6393
    @mickzed6393 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    A crazy $93k here in AUS, compared to the more capable $40K ICE version. Poor 110kph highway range and let's not talk towing. As a BEV fan, just doesn't stack up at all, at that pice. Save $53K and buy the ICE version. Whats the mining and carbon footprint on a 90kw battery?

  • @joshuamitchell7779
    @joshuamitchell7779 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video, i think this could change alot of city slickers ideas of a ute. But at 1500kg isn't worth it as a ute for trades in civil as you could be towing 3.5 tonne worth of digger or goods. Also how long does a full charge take you towing 1500kg? Its a great idea but inorder to get more people behind ev utes they would need to tow 3.5 tonne at 500km plus.

  • @steffenjachnow8176
    @steffenjachnow8176 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I don't like utes. But I thoroughly enjoyed your video. Good job!

  • @kanchanbandyopadhyay8477
    @kanchanbandyopadhyay8477 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant video. Love the idea. Would love to see one that can tow 3 tonne+ so onto be able to drag the horse float…

  • @bobelectrician2720
    @bobelectrician2720 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    how much battery life do you loose using the rapid chargers?, How much is the replacement battery??? and when does LDV recommend change??
    Two wheel drive and ground clearance not good, due to the batteries how much weight is it??

  • @mikejf4377
    @mikejf4377 ปีที่แล้ว

    What motor are they using? Nice truck.

  • @rw-xf4cb
    @rw-xf4cb ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Tradies probably carry lot more weight in there UTE (tools, oxy, MIG etc.). The fuel price difference to buying more expensive EV is tax deductible immediately depending on how the car is financed may need to be depreciated over life of the car if purchased out right, if you use vehicle les then fuel costs are less too. If leasing the fuel difference is saved in lease cost (ICE 20K cheaper) and in 3ys time you hand car back and then look at EV they probably will be better (possibly cheaper different batteries too). Buying up EV on lease paying big up front in lease payments and interest rates and profit factor on EV. And ice cars are cheaper on 2nd hand market if budget conscious.

  • @MrCoolTomsk
    @MrCoolTomsk ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So, 10 minutes before Kaiwaka you had 168km of range and after 12 minute stop you had 286km of range. You gained around 120km in 12 minutes or more than 30kw. It is 150+ kw charging speed. It does not add up.

  • @HarmLessSolutionsNZ
    @HarmLessSolutionsNZ ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great review. You're getting pretty good at this lark dude! Can't wait for a few more EV utes to turn up in NZ. Hopefully the Radar R6 isn't too far away. Perhaps also worth mentioning that cargo works both negatively and positively in terms of range. All that extra weight is extra inertia that results in extra regen potential, as does unbraked towed mass.
    I'm curious about the ute having no adjustable regen but it has hill decent mode, so how does this decent mode work then?

  • @pinkelephants1421
    @pinkelephants1421 ปีที่แล้ว

    Had cousins that farmed kumara in Ruawai. Wonder if they still do.

  • @BatchCam
    @BatchCam ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Cool idea but I would kill in in under a year on the coast with the battery placement makes me wonder why they don't put battery under the Bonet or deck away from the danger of road debris and flooded roads

  • @JakobusVdL
    @JakobusVdL ปีที่แล้ว

    Great review thanks Gavin. The first NZ EV Ute, should get some early adopters signed up.
    Its a pity they couldn't find a way to make it visually different from the i.c.e ute's and a bit more aerodynamic.

  • @Raj-yy7xx
    @Raj-yy7xx 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Really looking forward to an offroad 4WD version with longer range! Needs a few more driverless features too. I love this.

  • @deficator750
    @deficator750 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    love the tradie out fit

  • @gryzman
    @gryzman ปีที่แล้ว +1

    how's using fecilities ? (19:00)

  • @briananthony4044
    @briananthony4044 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just a pity it doesn't use the 150 kw motor from the van.

  • @kenmeadows8162
    @kenmeadows8162 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You need to compare the cost of a T60 price to a eT60 price for fuel v electricity difference. The T60 being $35,00 less than the eT60.

  • @youtuberpov
    @youtuberpov ปีที่แล้ว

    Why the battery pack is low 😰

  • @petersymons9170
    @petersymons9170 ปีที่แล้ว

    What's the cost to charge from flat to full from charge STATION ???

    • @JakobusVdL
      @JakobusVdL ปีที่แล้ว

      less than a tank full of diesel????

  • @theunknownunknowns5168
    @theunknownunknowns5168 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Ok Gavin, I assumed this content was all you.. 🧐 But you definitely had help on this one. Studio networks don't produce content this good, you have a team for sure... Well I hope your team let's you know I have busted you. 😆😅🤣

    • @EcotricityNZ
      @EcotricityNZ  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You got me. :-) Our marketing dude gave me the contact for My Food Bag. Everything else was me though. A week of phone calls, planning and emails, filming then editing. Need a break now! -Gav

  • @brett7989
    @brett7989 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I thought most electric car companies put electric motors on each wheel. Is this basically a diesel converted into electric. Im not saying that bad, maybe that’s the way to go to keep costs down. Would be good for conversing old petrol vehicles as a kit set

    • @stuartirwin3779
      @stuartirwin3779 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No one does that. Putting the motors in the wheels would ruin the ride, by increasing the unsprung mass.

    • @brett7989
      @brett7989 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I never said IN the wheel, like a electric bike. I said ON EACH, I think tesla has 2 , 3 and for electric motors. Of course awd , but this Chinese ute is one motor and that’s why there’s little power. All they are doing is using a existing vehicle. Probably way the battery is so low. But after saying all that i like it . But only because i dont need a lot of power or distance and high or 4wd . But i cant see farmers being at all interested. Probably why this video was all about townies driving double cabs and not about farmers

    • @stuartirwin3779
      @stuartirwin3779 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@brett7989 Apart from the quad motor Rivian, I'm not aware of any. Even the EV Hummer has only 3.

    • @brett7989
      @brett7989 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@stuartirwin3779 I think the mosts efficient way to power a electric vehicle would be with 4 smaller motors driven to each wheel, rather than one monster of a motor driven like a ice motor. This ute seems that way

    • @stuartirwin3779
      @stuartirwin3779 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@brett7989 For 4WD, but it would be cheaper to make two larger motors; one for each axle. No live rear axle either! However, 4 motors does have the advantage that you don't need physical differentials.

  • @jaredchristie8882
    @jaredchristie8882 ปีที่แล้ว

    What will the range be after 2 yrs daily use?

  • @garthfairfield
    @garthfairfield ปีที่แล้ว

    Generator on the back?

  • @ianburnett4605
    @ianburnett4605 ปีที่แล้ว

    Felicity must be popular. 24.45
    Price has to come down, time running out till BYD ute surfaces. With LFP blade batteries

  • @brett7989
    @brett7989 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wouldnt help power usage with the well side open

  • @ozloop69
    @ozloop69 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One small addition to your comment about diesel vehicles price of diesel always goes up really comes down and when it goes up it stays up and goes hi

  • @notaurusexcretus4471
    @notaurusexcretus4471 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Gavin could you drive the MG 4 or 5

    • @EcotricityNZ
      @EcotricityNZ  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I will! Coming this year, I believe. -Gav

  • @paulvangaalen714
    @paulvangaalen714 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good presentation for a very expensive vehicle $92,500 base model

  • @cadifan
    @cadifan ปีที่แล้ว +1

    All the Felicity's out there annoyed at their name getting mixed up with "facilities"

    • @holidaymail
      @holidaymail ปีที่แล้ว

      Hahaha glad someone else noticed it 😂

  • @justinchisholm9563
    @justinchisholm9563 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You are forgetting the 70k price tag so you are just paying for your fuel in advance
    Most people don't buy new utes

    • @nordic5490
      @nordic5490 ปีที่แล้ว

      Plenty lease new utes

  • @euromazing1
    @euromazing1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Almost a useless waste of 70k and everything you need a dual cab for.
    Will be 50k once there rotting in the showroom floor…and even then 🥴
    Great review tho. Agree you should have your own show 👍

  • @johnsutcliffe3209
    @johnsutcliffe3209 ปีที่แล้ว

    Haha. My everyday coffee comes from La Nonna. Nice.

  • @27isanum
    @27isanum ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Feels like a half baked, get to market as soon as possible product. Battery sits below frame, heavy motor fixed to axle, no AWD, lack-luster km/kwh consumption. The next gen and competition is going to blow this thing out the water very soon. Heck Kia, tesla, and hyundai all have AWD models with better range.

  • @braydenclark5828
    @braydenclark5828 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Are these only 4x2

    • @EcotricityNZ
      @EcotricityNZ  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yeah, that's correct.

  • @brianholding4357
    @brianholding4357 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Better range than your 1st ev eh? And the wheels on the right side.

  • @sithabelamandlawenkosiwodu6298
    @sithabelamandlawenkosiwodu6298 ปีที่แล้ว

    19:01 felicity? Lol. Great that it has superb aircon. Deal breaker for me is ride quality. I can't stand harsh ride in a car.

  • @pinkelephants1421
    @pinkelephants1421 ปีที่แล้ว

    Only one thing missing from this video - gumboots, muddy gumboots to be exact - to go with that singlet! Wardrobe malfunction perhaps.....? 😜🤪😂

  • @livangooday
    @livangooday ปีที่แล้ว

    Yeah this guy could pull it off on a tv show like idk the office ? Something like that.

  • @onedodger1
    @onedodger1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    now do a trial with a 1.8t trailor.

  • @NineTO
    @NineTO ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You know it’s desperate when you mentioned electric windows and mirrors on a 80 grand car

  • @fire_stick
    @fire_stick ปีที่แล้ว

    Does it do V2L ?

    • @lappy65
      @lappy65 ปีที่แล้ว

      There was a 220V outlet at the back end of the centre console, so yes.

  • @HyRax_Aus
    @HyRax_Aus ปีที่แล้ว

    I really need to make greater use of measuring capacity by potato storage. 😂

  • @stephenodonohue9876
    @stephenodonohue9876 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Gavin, Gavin, Gavin... love the show, but a singlet ? This must be covered by some law (intentional injury to our eyesight or psyche).

  • @NaughtyGoatFarm
    @NaughtyGoatFarm ปีที่แล้ว

    Think I'll hold out for a cyber truck

    • @EcotricityNZ
      @EcotricityNZ  ปีที่แล้ว

      Unfortunately there are no longer any plans to bring the Cybertruck to New Zealand. I'm really hoping that might change in the years ahead. -Gav

    • @NaughtyGoatFarm
      @NaughtyGoatFarm ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@EcotricityNZ I have a cyber truck pre order here in Australia. I am not expecting to see them here in Australia for a few years. Which is good as it will give me an opportunity to save more money to pay for it. It will likely be the last vehicle I buy. The way I see it, by the time they release it in Australia they will have self driving sorted out. I'm 50 this year so as I age, self driving will help me get to where I need to go even as my ability to drive declines as I age.

  • @nickbrennan2927
    @nickbrennan2927 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am sure that tradie has 45 mins every 200km or less with towing. 😂

  • @gregorymcleod
    @gregorymcleod ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Put a trailer on it with tray and trailer loaded see how it does. Look at the caravan's in NZ what is it range towing a Caravan.

    • @theunknownunknowns5168
      @theunknownunknowns5168 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Why are you anti ev?

    • @gregorymcleod
      @gregorymcleod ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@theunknownunknowns5168 I am not anti EV or Hydrogen fuel cells. I am just saying for Tradies or Travelers needing a Tow vehicle then review as comparison of what Deisel 4x4 work vechiles do. If I brought one hooked it up to van to travel around North and South Island what can I expect ?. If Riven were in NZ and I could afford one I would jump at it. I am looking at a MG4 for after work to run errands and shopping. But weekend holidays and work I need a workhorse one I can fit flat bed with trade canopy and pull trailer with extra equipment and spares for work.

    • @cccccccs
      @cccccccs ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@theunknownunknowns5168 wouldn’t it be useful to know the towing utility of a utility vehicle? EVs are known to have decreased range when towing. IIRC he literally tested this with the Polestar. Having people purchase this vehicle and find out the towing ranging is incredibly low would be more anti-EV as it would negatively impact perception of them.

    • @theunknownunknowns5168
      @theunknownunknowns5168 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@gregorymcleod Your examples are niche. You are implying no one should purchase this vehicle because you, not the purchaser, needs to tow a caravan every weekend. This is what I understand from your comment. It is like saying every internal combustion engine car can full every niche use case. Ok, I'll buy a fiat bambina to tow my 9m caravan. Let you in on a secret, people buy vehicles based on what they need and how much of the need that vehicle can fulfil. You are definitely anti ev.

    • @gregorymcleod
      @gregorymcleod ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@theunknownunknowns5168 I don't think been a tradie is niche it is a ute so a review should compare what it can and can't do. There are EV utes that can do all I need it just there cost at this time but ford Lightnig F150 or Riven Pickup. But why by a ute that can't do all you need it to. So why is owning a ICE workhorse weekender a big deal until we can get real equivalents. I am looking at a MG ev for errands and home use. It makes sense.
      I am not implying in anyway that no one should buy it. If it fits your needs go ahead. But how we know if it will fit our needs if the reviewer does not test the vehicle to tradesman needs farmer needs or the weekender pulling boat or Caravan. That is all I am saying. But if you live in town doing deliveries ford transit van's have some good ev's if you just driving to work and home the atto 3 or MG have good ev's. But when you cross into light commercial utes you need to compare apples to apples. Bro.

  • @josephkarl2061
    @josephkarl2061 ปีที่แล้ว

    5:47 Was this question for 10 thousand pounds, 50 thousand or the full million 🤣

    • @EcotricityNZ
      @EcotricityNZ  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Three potatoes and a foot rub is all I can afford. -Gav

    • @josephkarl2061
      @josephkarl2061 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Ecotricity NZ I'm on my feet in workboots 14 hours a day 🤣🤣 You *really don't* want to go there 🤣
      I'll take the spuds tho 😅

  • @shanea9613
    @shanea9613 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Not a bad review. A little biased.... The ranger probably gets about 3 times the range on a full tank, so by the time the account for charging at home it would be equal at about the 7 year mark or so, and resale would be less as the range would have reduced over that time. Not to mention EV range reduction in cold weather and the range reduction with a load on board too. And it's an LDV, not the nicest. And it's not 4x4. I don't think the world can EV it's way out of climate change.

    • @JakobusVdL
      @JakobusVdL ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It certainly can't i.c.e its way out of climate change.
      Maybe we're going to have to change our lifestyles as well as our vehicles ;-)

  • @uncriticalthinkerNZ
    @uncriticalthinkerNZ ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Poor Felicity…

  • @timkiwi
    @timkiwi ปีที่แล้ว

    Where’s the “redbands”

  • @deckdeckk
    @deckdeckk ปีที่แล้ว

    Its very similar to the MG diesel trucks

    • @TedCody
      @TedCody ปีที่แล้ว

      Do you mean the MG Extender? It should be the same vehicle with different branding, no?

  • @sjoukevanbenthem1218
    @sjoukevanbenthem1218 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your secret road is not secret enough....

    • @EcotricityNZ
      @EcotricityNZ  ปีที่แล้ว

      Ssshhh. Please don't tell anyone or they'll all be there on the weekends! -Gav

  • @andrzejd5301
    @andrzejd5301 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    makes sence if you think 1 ton of lithium =15 tons of CO2 Hmmmmmm

  • @NaughtyGoatFarm
    @NaughtyGoatFarm ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Too expensive for the range.

  • @dinosshed
    @dinosshed ปีที่แล้ว

    No good for me, but it's a start.

  • @LWJCarroll
    @LWJCarroll ปีที่แล้ว

    Uses a CATL lithium ion battery. Fyi.

  • @macpakinga1271
    @macpakinga1271 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Electric chair 💥 boom ⚡🌩️. fride. no thanks. I'll keep my toyota celiac manual still going strong 30 years. 🤗🤣😅😂. beat that. priceless. my baby.

  • @jonathanraven5939
    @jonathanraven5939 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh, Whoopi!

  • @yodad4776
    @yodad4776 ปีที่แล้ว

    It does take fuel ..it's electricity ..if the motors on the axle what's that where the ice engine would be under the hood..looks like it's software is rubbish is why u don't have those good modes or good milage

  • @370suzuki
    @370suzuki ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Laughing all the way to the bank , UNTILL , they start to tax the power you put in them which they will.

    • @Michaeleb82
      @Michaeleb82 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Also don't forget, light electric vehicles will start paying (RUCs) Road User Charges from 31 March 2024.

    • @HarmLessSolutionsNZ
      @HarmLessSolutionsNZ ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Michaeleb82 Considering EV owners can home charge to gain per kilometre costs of less than 4c (or half that using solar export tariff loss) an extra 7c is far from a deal breaker. Calculate your ICE's per km fuel cost and see how that compares.
      It's also highly likely that inclusion of EVs in the RUC system will see a total rejig with all vehicles being charged RUCs on a distance travelled basis so that hybrids can be captured equitably. In any case RUC rates for EVs are likely to be at a discounted rate as an incentive so a substantial advantage will still exist.

  • @philsimmonds5383
    @philsimmonds5383 ปีที่แล้ว

    A day boss

  • @Sam-lk6eo
    @Sam-lk6eo ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How would it fare in a flood zone ?

  • @basilwatson1
    @basilwatson1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Scam and you know it , 300km yeah right , whose digging the "minerals" for the battery...how long does the battery last and how much to replace ,,, about as long as this post will

    • @HarmLessSolutionsNZ
      @HarmLessSolutionsNZ ปีที่แล้ว

      EV batteries can be recycled unlike the dinosaur juice that ICEs need in constant supply from a very heavy emissions and energy hungry supply chain.

  • @barrylee8196
    @barrylee8196 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good video, however you have to compare like with like. The comparable LDV Desiel is $32 000 less and has 3000Kg towing capacity that means on your reckoning it would be 4.5 years before you broke even. At the moment there is no road user charges,these are coming, currently petrol and desiel owners are subsidising electric and hybrid owners use of the roads and capital purchase that is unjust and screwing the scrum.