19 I-pace HSE Polaris/Fuji white with most options and a lot of accessories
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2023 I-pace among the top 10 most unreliable EVs
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Based on 2018-2020 prior to fixes, yes, but not so much now.
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It's a classic example of mixing facts with interpretive BS. I don't disagree with the facts: There are charging issues (shared with most non-Tesla EVs) and there are reliability issues.
But here's the interpretive BS: "lack of unique selling points" is contradicted a few sentences down by "could leave the standard Tesla Model 3 in the dust, and its opulent interior could satisfy even the most fastidious of customers". Several additional unique selling points are left unmentioned, like its still-gorgeous looks and excellent dirt-handling capabilities. But leaving that aside, it's a consumer reports piece and if you apply the criteria of an appliance, then sure, they're right.
But here's the interpretive BS: "lack of unique selling points" is contradicted a few sentences down by "could leave the standard Tesla Model 3 in the dust, and its opulent interior could satisfy even the most fastidious of customers". Several additional unique selling points are left unmentioned, like its still-gorgeous looks and excellent dirt-handling capabilities. But leaving that aside, it's a consumer reports piece and if you apply the criteria of an appliance, then sure, they're right.
I get a good laugh at these ratings. I once had a Jeep Grand Cherokee, one of the most unreliable cars on the planet (according to Consumer Reports) and I had Zero issues with that vehicle (seriously...ZERO). I also had a Volvo, one of the most reliable cars on the planet (again, according to Consumer Reports) and it was a nightmare (Blown Turbo within 3k miles, wiring shorts, CD failure, etc). My Jag has had a few issues, but it's been very reliable after those issues were resolved.
Agreed to a point, but ARE the facts correct? The headline states "most unreliable", but what about the I-Pace's charging is UNRELIABLE? We all know it is slower than many of the other EV's. Indeed, the benchmarks published by JLR confirm this - thus the car is actually very reliable (it does what it is supposed to do).
More clickbait to sell ads unfortunately.
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May as well list the ones that are reliable based on whatever criteria they used - it would be shorter. That list is the majority of BEVs available in North America over the last 3 years. Newer models would have no data. Missing Kia Niro, i3, leaf, model 3 and y. And the Mercedes EQC that I believe is not available here.
I can say this now without jinxing myself because I return it this weekend, but my I-pace has been one of the most trouble-free cars I have had in years. I had the 12v battery get low, but caught it and had it replaced before it moved past the "brake pedal feel reduced" stage. But that has been it, literally no other unexpected issues, and only two visits for routine maintenance. Spot checking battery capacity shows very little to no noticeable degradation.
By contrast with my previous cars:
By contrast with my previous cars:
- one had to be parked outside for a year due to the risk of spontaneous combustion.
- one spent a couple of weeks out of service because my niece spilled juice in the back seat which fried the airbag controller (a great design that they carried forward to other modules and is now the subject of a class action lawsuit). This was doubly great because it also had a recalled takata airbag that could not be replaced for a long while.
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I'm just commenting on the quality of the typical MSN article.
Consumer Reports does a nice job reviewing most things, but their car reviews, imho, tend to favor reliability and safety about all else. They will highly recommend a Toyota Camry, sort of assuming everyone wants a car that will never break as their only criteria. Of course, there are lots of highly personal independent reasons a person wants to own a particular car, and some tradeoffs are often made. For sure the I Pace is not reliable vs. a Honda Accord or Camry, but I'll take the I Pace even with its problems all day long.
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To support your hypothesis, how many of us looked at consumer reports before buying the i-Pace?
The older infotainment system in my 2020, with its slow response time and "blank screen" moments are highly documented. Additionally, I had a two-year battle to get the RF Antenna replaced (twice) as the vehicle would not respond to the key fob. It was finally repaired. I have multiple public chargers that "reject" my I-Pace and won't work. Not sure if it's the charger or the car. Home charging has been flawless. Other than that, I have 48,000 miles on a vehicle that has 21 months of driving time (27 months of ownership but lost time of 6 months due to travel, body repair from deer collision and Antenna issues). Over 2200 miles per month and I've done nothing but rotate the tires and change the wiper blades. Now that the antenna problem is behind me, I hope to drive another 50k before I think about any problems (fingers crossed).
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